NCL Assistant Foreman Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 270 Vacancies

Advertisement No.: NCL/HQ/HR/Recruitment/DR/2025-26/59

Notification Date: 09/02/2026

Organization: Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), A Miniratna Company (Subsidiary of Coal India Limited)

Post Name: Assistant Foreman (E&T, Mechanical, Electrical) Trainee Grade-C

Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) has released the latest employment notification for the recruitment of Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Grade-C across its mines and establishments in Singrauli (M.P.) and Sonbhadra (U.P.). Eligible and interested Indian nationals can apply online through the official website.

Below is the complete, detailed breakdown of the NCL Assistant Foreman Recruitment 2026, including important dates, eligibility, vacancy details, syllabus, and how to apply.

2. Important Dates

3. Application Fee and Mode of Payment

Candidates must pay the application fee purely through Online Mode (Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, etc.). Any tax or bank charges will be borne by the candidate.

Note: Fee once paid shall neither be refunded nor adjusted under any circumstances.

4. Age Limit (As on 05/03/2026)

To be eligible for the Assistant Foreman position, candidates must meet the following age criteria as of the crucial date (05 March 2026):

• Minimum Age: 18 Years

• Maximum Age: 30 Years

(For category-wise age relaxation details, please refer to Section 11 below).

5. Vacancy Details (Category-wise)

NCL has announced a total of 270 vacancies across different engineering disciplines. Below is the detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution.

(Note: The above vacancies include backlog vacancies. PwBD and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) vacancies are reserved horizontally as per Govt rules).

6. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications from a Government-recognized board/institute:

• Assistant Foreman (E&T): Matriculate (10th) OR equivalent AND Diploma (Minimum 3 years) or a Higher Degree in Electronics Engineering.

• Assistant Foreman (Mechanical): Matriculate (10th) OR equivalent AND Diploma (Minimum 3 years) or a Higher Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• Assistant Foreman (Electrical): Matriculate (10th) OR equivalent AND Diploma (Minimum 3 years) or a Higher Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Important Note: Distance learning/part-time degrees or diplomas are NOT eligible. Specific branch restrictions apply (e.g., Instrumentation, Production, Power System engineering branches are generally not eligible unless combined properly as specified in the official notification).

7. Physical Standard Test (PST) Details

As per the official NCL notification for the Supervisory Assistant Foreman posts, there is NO Physical Standard Test (PST) required. The selection is purely based on the Computer Based Test (CBT) and Document Verification. Medical fitness is checked during joining.

8. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Details

Similarly, NO Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (such as running, long jump, etc.) is conducted for these technical desk/supervisory roles.

9. Mode of Selection

The selection process for NCL Assistant Foreman Recruitment 2026 involves the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): * Eligible candidates will be called for a 90-minute CBT comprising 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for 100 marks.

   • The test is bilingual (English and Hindi).

   • No Negative Marking for wrong answers.

   • Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS - 50 Marks; SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ESM - 40 Marks.

2. Document Scrutiny/Verification: * Candidates qualifying the CBT will be called for document verification based on their merit score.

3. Tie-Breaking Criteria: If multiple candidates score equal marks, the tie is resolved by:

   • Higher score in Section-A (Technical Section).

   • Older age (Date of Birth).

   • Alphabetical order of the candidate's first name.

4. Initial Medical Examination: Final appointment is strictly subject to clearing the Company’s Medical Examination as per CIL Medical Attendance Rules.

10. Reservation Criteria

• Reservations for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/PwBD/ESM categories apply as per the Government of India rules and guidelines.

• OBC (NCL): Must belong to the Central List and possess a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate.

• EWS: Must produce a valid Income & Asset certificate based on the gross annual income of FY 2024-2025.

• Horizontal Reservation: Ex-Servicemen and PwBD reservations are horizontal and adjusted within their respective vertical social categories (UR/SC/ST/OBC).

11. Age Relaxation

Age relaxation is permissible beyond the upper age limit (30 years) for the following reserved categories as on the Crucial Date (05/03/2026):

12. Syllabus

The Computer Based Test (CBT) will consist of two sections (Total 100 Marks, 90 Minutes):

Section A: Technical/Discipline Specific (70 Marks / 70 Questions)

• Assistant Foreman (E&T): Network Theory, Digital Electronics, Microprocessor (8085), Signals & Systems, Electronic Devices, Analog Electronics, Control Systems, Communications, Electromagnetics, Antennas, Computer Networking.

• Assistant Foreman (Mechanical): Theory of Machines & Machine Design, Engineering Mechanics & Strength of Materials, Thermal Engineering, Fluid Mechanics & Machinery, Foundry, Casting, Forging, Metal Cutting.

• Assistant Foreman (Electrical): Electricity Theory, Electromagnetism, Generation of Electricity, AC/DC Generators & Motors, AC Circuits, Transformers, Transmission & Distribution, Industrial & Domestic Installation, Overhead Lines, Cables, Sub-Stations, Safety Rules.

Section B: General Non-Technical (30 Marks / 30 Questions)

• General Knowledge: India and its international relations, General Science, etc.

• General Awareness: Sports, Defense, Books, Prizes, Indian Democracy.

• Reasoning, Verbal & Mental Ability: Synonyms & Antonyms (Hindi/English), Grammar, Relationships.

• Quantitative Aptitude: Work relationship, Profit & Loss, Speed, Time & Distance, etc.

13. Detailed Vacancy Breakdown (Male & Female / Category-wise)

Note on Gender Segregation: NCL does not explicitly reserve separate vacancies for Male and Female candidates for these technical Supervisory roles. Both male and female candidates compete equally against the total category-wise vacancies.

The overall category breakdown (combining all genders) is as follows:

(Included within these totals are horizontal reservations for PwBD: 7 Vacancies, and Ex-Servicemen: 25 Vacancies).

14. How to Apply (Detailed Step-by-Step Guide)

Eligible candidates must apply online. Follow these steps to submit your application successfully before 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM):

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Go to the official website of Northern Coalfields Limited: www.nclcil.in

Step 2: Navigate to the Recruitment Portal

Click on Career > Recruitment > Employment Notification for Direct Recruitment of various posts of Supervisory Staff i.e. Assistant Foreman (Mechanical/E&T/Electrical) > Apply Online.

Step 3: Registration

• Register yourself using a valid, active Email ID and Mobile Number.

• Keep these active for at least the next one year to receive Admit Card alerts and results.

Step 4: Fill the Application Form

• Log in using your new credentials.

• Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, category details, and preferred Test City carefully.

• Note: Category (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) once submitted cannot be changed later.

Step 5: Upload Documents

Upload scanned copies of the following documents in the prescribed format (jpg/jpeg/pdf):

1. Recent passport-size color photograph (not older than 3 weeks).

2. Signature in Black ink pen.

3. Matriculation (10th) certificate/marksheet (for age proof).

4. Relevant Engineering Diploma / Degree Certificate.

5. Valid Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD) or EWS Certificate, if applicable.

Step 6: Pay the Application Fee

Pay the requisite application fee of Rs. 1180/- (if applicable) through the online payment gateway integrated into the application portal.

Step 7: Final Submission & Printout

• Review all details carefully before final submission.

• Once submitted, take a printout of the finalized online application form and payment receipt for future reference and document verification. (Do NOT send the hard copy to NCL via post).