WCL Recruitment 2026: 444 Vacancies, Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

Notification Overview

Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a Mini Ratna Category-1 company and a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, has invited online applications for regular appointment to two posts of Statutory Supervisory Staff required for its Underground (UG) and Opencast (OC) mines. WCL’s operations span 10 areas across Maharashtra (Nagpur, Chandrapur & Yavatmal districts) and Madhya Pradesh (Betul and Chhindwara districts).

Vacancy Details 2026 (Post-wise Reservation Breakup)

A total of 444 vacancies have been notified across the two posts, with vertical reservation for EWS/SC/ST/OBC(NCL) and horizontal reservation for PwBD/ESM as per Government of India guidelines.

*PwBD reservation note: As per Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment and CIL HQ guidelines (O.M. No. CIL/C5A/MP&IR/RPwD/75 dated 27.09.2024), the post of Mining Sirdar is not identified as suitable for PwBD candidates, so PwBD reservation does not apply to it. PwBD reservation applies only to the Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor post, for candidates with Hard of Hearing (HH), One Arm/One Leg/Both Legs affected, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Specific Learning Disability (SLD), or Multiple Disabilities involving these categories.

Key notes on vacancies (unverified/variable figures flagged as per the notification):

• Vacancy numbers are provisional and may increase or decrease at WCL management’s discretion.
• The cut-off date for all eligibility, suitability, and age determination purposes is 10.08.2026 (the last date of online application).
• Reservation for ESM and PwBD is horizontal – a General category ESM/PwBD candidate is adjusted against UR; an OBC(NCL) ESM/PwBD candidate against OBC(NCL) vacancies; and an SC/ST ESM/PwBD candidate against SC/ST vacancies.

Minimum Qualification & Eligibility Criteria

A. Post 1 – Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C

Candidates must satisfy either of the following two routes:

Route 1:

• Valid Mining Sirdar Certificate of Competency issued by DGMS
• Valid Gas Testing Certificate
• Valid First-Aid Certificate
• 3 years of experience working in Underground Mines

OR Route 2:

• Diploma in Mining Engineering from a Government-recognised institute
• Valid Overman Competency Certificate issued by DGMS
• Valid Gas Testing Certificate
• Valid First-Aid Certificate

B. Post 2 – Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C

• Diploma (minimum 3-year course) in Electrical Engineering from a Government-recognised institute
• Valid Electrical Supervisory Certificate for Mines, issued by the Appropriate Government

Important Qualification Notes

• Candidates with equivalent or higher qualifications approved by the Central Government in the respective discipline are also eligible.
• For Mining Sirdar, candidates holding higher statutory competency certificates issued by DGMS are also eligible.
• Degree/PG/Diploma qualifications obtained via distance learning or part-time mode will NOT be considered.
• Since vacancies cover both UG and OC mines, candidates holding restricted competency certificates are not eligible.
• No relaxation in minimum qualification/eligibility criteria is admissible for any category of candidate.

Age Limit

Age Relaxation

• Date of Birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School/equivalent certificate issued by a Central/State Board will be the only accepted proof – no subsequent change requests will be entertained.

Selection Process – Computer Based Test (CBT)

• Eligible candidates will appear for a single-stage CBT; date, time, and venue will be communicated via admit card on the official website.
• Structure: 100 questions total – Part 1: General Aptitude (20 questions); Part 2: Technical (80 questions). Each question carries 1 mark.
• Duration: 90 minutes.
• Question type: Multiple-choice, 4 options, one correct answer.
• No negative marking for wrong answers; no marks for unattempted questions.
• Medium: Bilingual (English and Hindi); in case of ambiguity, the English version prevails.

Maximum & Minimum Qualifying Marks

Post-CBT Process

• Candidates are shortlisted purely on CBT marks; scrutiny/verification of applications happens after CBT results are declared.
• Zone of consideration for document scrutiny is 3 times the number of vacancies in each category.
• Shortlisted candidates must appear for document verification with a printed application copy, original certificates, and one set of self-attested photocopies.
• Mismatches between application details and original documents (age, caste, qualification, competency, etc.) will result in rejection of candidature.
• Merit Panel is published category-wise on the WCL website after document verification.
• Tie-breaker: Resolved first by Date of Birth (elder candidate ranked higher), then by alphabetical order of first name as per Matriculation certificate.
• Provisional appointment offers are issued strictly as per merit position and reservation norms.

Syllabus

Part 1 (Common to Both Posts) – General Aptitude

• General English, Comprehension, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
• Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
• Quantitative Aptitude, Basic Numeracy (Class X level)
• Data Interpretation — charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency (Class X level)
• General Awareness on current issues of national importance and the Coal Industry

Part 2 – Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C (Technical)

Key topics include: Explosive & Blasting Practice (Opencast and UG); Board & Pillar development/depillaring and mechanized methods; Strata control (SCAMP), roof bolting, support systems; Stowing; Opencast working methods (deep hole drilling, shovel-dumper, dragline, surface miner, bench/dump slope monitoring); Drifting; Geology; Mine Surveying; Danger of Inundation; Mine Fires & firefighting; Mine Rescue; Mine Ventilation & Gases; Duties of Sirdar; Man-riding systems; Winding & shaft safety; Shaft sinking; Coal dust regulations; Accident classification; Face machineries (SDL, LHD, Continuous Miner, Belt Conveyor); basic electrical safety in UG mines; and provisions of the Mines Act 1952, Coal Mines Regulations 2017, and related DGMS circulars. (Full detailed syllabus provided as Annexure-I of the official notification.)

Part 2 – Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C (Technical)

Key topics include: Basics of Electrical Engineering (Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Law, power factor, energy conservation, PPE); Power generation economics (load factor, diversity factor); Electrical Machineries (motors, generators, transformers, CT/PT); Electric Drives & Control (VFDs, PLC, SCADA, DCS); Switchgear & Protective Devices; Earthing Systems (IS-3043); Neutral system of power supply; Sub-station design and safety; Overhead lines and underground cables; General electrical safety, permit-to-work procedures, firefighting, first aid; relevant legislation including the Central Electricity Authority Regulations 2023, Electricity Act 2003, and NBC 2016; and on-site emergency management planning. (Full detailed syllabus provided as Annexure-II of the official notification.)

Pay Scale, Training/Probation & Benefits

• In addition to basic pay, candidates are eligible for Dearness Allowance, attendance bonus, special allowance, HRA, transport subsidy, medical facility, and other benefits as per NCWA XI provisions.
• Career growth after probation/training will follow the prevailing cadre schemes and rules.

Reservation – Key Guidelines

• Reservation for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PwBD/ESM follows applicable Government of India Acts, rules, and guidelines, and is subject to revision at the time of result finalisation.
• SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates selected purely on their own merit (without relaxed standards) will be counted against UR vacancies, not reserved vacancies.
• OBC candidates must belong to the Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) as on the cut-off date and must upload a valid NCL certificate along with a self-declaration.
• SC/ST candidates from Maharashtra must additionally submit a caste validity certificate from the Scrutiny Committee, along with the caste certificate.
• EWS candidates must submit a valid Income & Asset Certificate (as per DoPT O.M. dated 31.01.2019) based on gross annual income for FY 2025-26.
• PwBD candidates must have a benchmark disability of not less than 40% to avail relaxation/reservation, and must submit the original disability certificate as per Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 at document verification.
• Ex-servicemen who have already secured Group C/D government employment on a regular basis after availing ESM reservation benefits are not eligible for ESM reservation/fee concession again, except under specific self-declaration conditions.
• If a candidate does not upload a valid caste/category certificate with the application, they will be treated as a UR candidate; no request for category change will be entertained later.

Application Fee

• Fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
• Payment is accepted only through online mode; WCL will not be responsible if fees are deposited through any other channel.
• Any additional tax or bank charges beyond the prescribed fee are to be borne by the candidate.

How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit the official WCL website: www.westerncoal.in → Career → Recruitment → Employment Notification for Statutory Supervisory Staff (Mining Sirdar / Assistant Foreman).
2. Read the complete Employment Notification carefully (available in both English and Hindi) to assess eligibility.
3. Click “Apply Online” and follow the step-by-step instructions provided on the portal.
4. Upload the following scanned documents:
   • Recent passport-size colour photograph (not older than 3 weeks, JPG/JPEG)
   • Signature in black ink (JPG/JPEG)
   • Matriculation/Secondary School certificate & marksheet
   • Intermediate/Higher Secondary certificate & marksheet (optional)
   • Post-specific competency/qualification documents (see Section 11 below)
   • Caste/category certificate (OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwBD), if applicable
   • EWS Income & Asset Certificate, if applicable
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the online payment gateway only.
6. Review and submit – no corrections are allowed after final submission.
7. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

Note on multiple applications: If a candidate submits more than one application, only the one with the higher “Application Sequence Number” will be considered, and fees paid against the earlier application will not be adjusted or refunded.

Documents Required (Post-wise)

Additional documents (as applicable): Higher DGMS statutory competency certificates for Mining Sirdar applicants; OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/PwBD certificates in the prescribed format; EWS Income & Asset Certificate.

Important Dates

(Tentative dates for admit card, CBT, and results have not yet been announced by WCL as per the official notification; candidates should regularly check www.westerncoal.in for updates.)

General Instructions & Conduct Rules

• A candidate may apply for only one of the two notified posts; applying for both cancels the candidature.
• All qualifications must be recognised by AICTE/UGC/appropriate Indian Statutory Authorities.
• Test Cities are selected by the candidate at the time of application and cannot be changed later; WCL reserves the right to allocate, add, or remove test cities.
• Only applications submitted through the official online recruitment portal will be considered.
• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the CBT, document verification, or joining.
• Selected candidates may be posted at any UG or OC mine, in any Area of WCL, and are liable for transfer during service.
• Appointment is subject to candidates being found medically fit as per WCL’s laid-down standards.
• Government/PSU/Autonomous Body employees must produce a No Objection Certificate at document verification and a relieving order at the time of joining.
• Mere issuance of an admit card does not imply cleared candidature.
• The Court of Jurisdiction for any dispute is the Honourable High Court of Bombay – Nagpur Bench.
• In case of ambiguity between English and Hindi versions of the notification, the English version is final.
• WCL reserves the right to modify, restrict, enlarge, or cancel the recruitment process and revise vacancy numbers at its discretion, without assigning reasons.

Action Against Misconduct

• Use of unfair means, impersonation, or misbehaviour during the CBT will lead to disqualification, criminal prosecution, and possible debarment from future WCL selection processes.
• Furnishing false information regarding qualification, category, or experience will result in termination of service — even after confirmation, if detected later.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.

Contact Details

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the last date to apply for WCL Recruitment 2026?
The online application window closes on 10.08.2026 at 11:55 PM.

Q2. How many total vacancies are there in this WCL notification?
A total of 444 vacancies – 220 for Mining Sirdar and 224 for Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor.

Q3. Can a candidate apply for both posts notified in this advertisement?
No. A candidate can apply for only one of the two posts. Applying for both will result in cancellation of candidature.

Q4. Is there negative marking in the WCL CBT?
No. There is no negative marking for wrong answers in the WCL Computer Based Test.

Q5. What is the application fee for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates?
OBC(NCL) candidates must pay Rs. 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000/- + GST). SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Departmental candidates are exempted.

Q6. Is PwBD reservation applicable for the Mining Sirdar post?
No. As per Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment and CIL guidelines, the Mining Sirdar post is not identified as suitable for PwBD candidates, so PwBD reservation applies only to the Assistant Foreman (Electrical) post.

Q7. What is the minimum qualifying mark in the CBT for SC/ST candidates?
SC/ST candidates need a minimum of 40 marks out of 100 in the CBT for both posts.

Q8. Will candidates with distance-learning diplomas be considered eligible?
No. Degree/PG/Diploma qualifications obtained through distance learning or part-time mode are explicitly not considered for either post.

WCL Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for 444 Statutory Supervisory Staff vacancies in Western Coalfields Limited. Candidates should carefully verify the eligibility requirements, post-wise qualifications and application instructions before submitting their applications. As the application deadline is August 10, 2026, applicants should complete the registration process well before the closing date.

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