WCL (Western Coalfields Limited) Recruitment 2026 for Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Electrical/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C - 444 Posts (Detailed Notification Out, Apply Opens 20 July)
Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a Miniratna Cat-1 subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, has released the DETAILED recruitment notification (Employment Notification No. 2026/69, dated 16.07.2026) for 444 Technical & Supervisory Grade-C posts: 220 Mining Sirdar and 224 Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Electrical/Electrical Supervisor, across WCL's Underground and Opencast mines in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. This supersedes the earlier Short Notice (30 June 2026) - all key details are now confirmed. Online applications open on 20 July 2026, 10:00 AM and close on 10 August 2026, 11:55 PM (also the cut-off date for age/eligibility). Minimum age is 18 years; maximum age is 30 years for UR/EWS, with relaxation of 3 years (OBC-NCL), 5 years (SC/ST), and further relaxation for PwBD and Ex-Servicemen. Application fee is Rs 1,180 (Rs 1,000 + GST) for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates; SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Departmental candidates are exempt. Educational qualification is now fully specified: Mining Sirdar requires EITHER a valid DGMS Mining Sirdar Certificate of Competency + Gas Testing + First-Aid certificates + 3 years' underground mining experience, OR a Diploma in Mining Engineering + valid DGMS Overman certificate + Gas Testing + First-Aid certificates. Assistant Foreman (Electrical) requires a minimum 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering + a valid Electrical Supervisory Certificate for Mines. Distance-learning/part-time qualifications and restricted competency certificates are NOT accepted, since these vacancies cover both UG and OC mines. Selection is via Computer Based Test (100 questions - 20 General Aptitude + 80 Technical - 90 minutes, no negative marking, bilingual English/Hindi), followed by Document Verification (zone of consideration: 3x vacancies per category) and a Medical Examination. Minimum qualifying marks in CBT: 50 (UR/EWS), 45 (OBC-NCL), 40 (SC/ST) out of 100, for both posts. Initial basic pay is Rs 47,330.25/month (NCWA XI) for both posts, plus DA, HRA, attendance bonus, transport subsidy and medical facility; Mining Sirdar has a 6-month probation, Assistant Foreman a 2-year training period. A candidate may apply for only ONE of the two posts - applying for both leads to cancellation.
444
Total Posts
Rs 47,330.25/month basic pay (confirmed, same for both posts) plus Coal India Limited-standard allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical facilities, leave benefits, and Provident Fund
Salary
18–30
Age (yrs)
WCL Mining Areas across Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh
Location
Timeline
30 Jun 2026
This was an abridged SHORT NOTICE (superseded by the Detailed Notification below). It confirmed total vacancies (444), basic pay, and selection process outline, but not detailed eligibility, dates, or fee.
16 Jul 2026
✅ CONFIRMED: Employment Notification No. 2026/69, dated 16.07.2026, published at westerncoal.in. Contains full eligibility, application dates, fee, exam pattern, and syllabus (Annexure I & II).
20 Jul 2026
✅ CONFIRMED: 20.07.2026, 10:00 AM (Monday) — this is TOMORROW as of today (19 July). Applications are not yet open at the time of this update.
10 Aug 2026
✅ CONFIRMED: 10.08.2026, 11:55 PM. This is also the cut-off date for age and eligibility determination. Earlier unverified guesses of 25/31 July circulating on some secondary sites were incorrect.
10 Aug 2026
Age, qualification, and category eligibility are all determined as on this date (same as the application closing date)
This is the latest stage announced so far — check the Updates tab for what's next.
WCL Releases Detailed Notification for 444 Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman Posts
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About This Notification
Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a Miniratna Category-1 Public Sector Undertaking under Coal India Limited and the Ministry of Coal, released a Short Notice on 30 June 2026 (also published in Employment News) announcing an upcoming recruitment drive for 444 posts under the Technical & Supervisory (T&S) Grade-C cadre:
| Post | Vacancies | Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C | 220 | Rs 47,330.25/month |
| Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C | 224 | Rs 47,330.25/month |
| Total | 444 |
These are statutory mining/electrical supervisory roles for WCL's operational Areas spread across Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, offering permanent Central PSU employment.
What IS confirmed by the official short notice:
- Total vacancies: 444 (220 Mining Sirdar + 224 Assistant Foreman Electrical)
- Basic pay: Rs 47,330.25/month for both posts, plus DA, HRA, medical facilities, leave benefits, provident fund, and other allowances per Coal India Limited rules
- Selection process: Computer Based Test (CBT) → Document Verification → Medical Examination
- Once the online application portal opens, candidates get a 21-day window to apply - no fixed calendar dates have been set yet
- Reported (via one detailed secondary source, not independently cross-verified) horizontal reservation split: Mining Sirdar shows 0 PwBD vacancies and 22 Ex-Servicemen (ESM) vacancies; Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Electrical shows 9 PwBD vacancies and 22 ESM vacancies. Mining Sirdar reportedly has a larger Unreserved share, while Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Electrical reportedly has a notably higher OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) allocation. WCL has stated these figures are provisional and may change at management's discretion.
- Age relaxation will be provided as per existing Government of India guidelines (exact relaxation years not yet specified)
What is NOT yet confirmed (still pending the detailed notification):
- Educational qualification - the official short notice explicitly does NOT specify this yet. Some secondary sources report an expected requirement of a Diploma in Mining (with DGMS certification) for Mining Sirdar and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering for Assistant Foreman - this is plausible given the statutory nature of these posts (DGMS certification is a standard requirement for Mining Sirdar roles in India generally) but should be treated as an informed expectation, not an official requirement, until WCL confirms it.
- Exact age limit - some secondary sources cite 18-30 years, but WCL's own short notice has not fixed this; treat as unconfirmed.
- Application open/close dates - a few secondary sources have published specific dates (e.g. 25 July or 31 July 2026 as a closing date), but the majority of more careful sources explicitly state no dates have been fixed yet, only that a 21-day window applies once the portal opens. The specific dates circulating should NOT be relied upon.
- Application fee - not yet specified in the short notice.
Candidates should treat this as an early-stage notification and prepare in advance (documents, CBT practice), but should wait for the detailed notification PDF on westerncoal.in before assuming any specific date or eligibility detail as final.
Key Details
Organization
Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a Miniratna Category-1 PSU under Coal India Limited, Ministry of Coal, Government of India
Department
Technical & Supervisory (T&S) Cadre, WCL Mining Areas - Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh
Total Posts
444
Job Location
WCL Mining Areas across Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh
Selection Process
Step 1: Online Application (dates to be announced - 21-day window once the portal opens) -> Step 2: Computer Based Test (CBT) -> Step 3: Document Verification -> Step 4: Medical Examination -> Step 5: Final Selection/Appointment
Official Website
https://www.westerncoal.in/
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Indian National (confirmed - WCL invites applications from suitable Indian Nationals)
Age Limit
✅ CONFIRMED: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 30 years for UR/EWS, as on cut-off date 10.08.2026. Relaxation: OBC-NCL +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD(UR) +10 years, PwBD(OBC-NCL) +13 years, PwBD(SC/ST) +15 years, Ex-Servicemen = actual defence service + 3/6/8 years (UR/OBC/SC-ST) up to max age 50. Departmental (CIL & subsidiary) candidates: no upper age limit.
Educational Qualification — Mining Sirdar
✅ CONFIRMED — EITHER (a) valid DGMS Mining Sirdar Certificate of Competency + valid Gas Testing Certificate + valid First-Aid Certificate + 3 years' experience in Underground Mines; OR (b) Diploma in Mining Engineering from a Government-recognized institute + valid DGMS Overman competency certificate + valid Gas Testing Certificate + valid First-Aid Certificate. Higher DGMS statutory competency certificates also accepted.
Educational Qualification — Assistant Foreman (Electrical)
✅ CONFIRMED: Diploma (minimum 3-year course) in Electrical Engineering from a Government-recognized institute + valid Electrical Supervisory Certificate for Mines issued by the Appropriate Government
Qualification Restrictions
Degree/Diploma acquired through distance-learning/part-time mode is NOT considered. Candidates holding only RESTRICTED competency certificates are NOT eligible, since these vacancies cover both Underground (UG) and Opencast (OC) mines. All qualifications must be recognized by AICTE/UGC/appropriate Indian Statutory Authorities.
One Post Per Candidate
A candidate may apply for only ONE of the two posts (Mining Sirdar OR Assistant Foreman). Applying for both leads to cancellation of candidature.
Documents to Keep Ready
Scanned recent passport-size photo (within 3 weeks, JPG/JPEG), scanned signature in black ink, Matriculation certificate/marksheet (for DOB and as mandatory proof), Intermediate certificate (optional), post-specific statutory certificates (see qualification rows above with marksheets), category certificate (OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwBD) if applicable, EWS Income & Asset Certificate if applicable, Aadhaar card
Educational Qualification
NOT YET SPECIFIED in the official short notice. WCL has stated that minimum qualification and eligibility criteria for both posts will be detailed in the forthcoming comprehensive notification. Some secondary sources report an expected requirement of a Diploma in Mining (with DGMS statutory certification) for Mining Sirdar, and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering for Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Electrical/Electrical Supervisor - this is a reasonable expectation given the statutory nature of these roles under Indian mining regulations, but candidates should wait for official confirmation before assuming this is final.
Age Limit
General Category: 18–30 years
WCL's short notice confirms that age relaxation will be provided as per existing Government of India guidelines, but does not specify the exact upper age limit or category-wise relaxation years. Some secondary sources report an indicative age band of 18-30 years, but this is NOT confirmed by the official short notice - treat as unconfirmed until the detailed notification is released.
Important Dates
Short Notice Released
30 Jun 2026
This was an abridged SHORT NOTICE (superseded by the Detailed Notification below). It confirmed total vacancies (444), basic pay, and selection process outline, but not detailed eligibility, dates, or fee.
Detailed Notification Released
16 Jul 2026
✅ CONFIRMED: Employment Notification No. 2026/69, dated 16.07.2026, published at westerncoal.in. Contains full eligibility, application dates, fee, exam pattern, and syllabus (Annexure I & II).
Online Application Start Date
20 Jul 2026
✅ CONFIRMED: 20.07.2026, 10:00 AM (Monday) — this is TOMORROW as of today (19 July). Applications are not yet open at the time of this update.
Last Date to Apply Online
10 Aug 2026
✅ CONFIRMED: 10.08.2026, 11:55 PM. This is also the cut-off date for age and eligibility determination. Earlier unverified guesses of 25/31 July circulating on some secondary sites were incorrect.
Cut-off Date for Age/Eligibility
10 Aug 2026
Age, qualification, and category eligibility are all determined as on this date (same as the application closing date)
E-Admit Card Download
—
Date not yet fixed — will be intimated through the official website/recruitment portal only. No admit card will be sent by post.
Computer Based Test (CBT)
—
Date not yet fixed — will be intimated through the official website after the application window closes
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Short Notice Released | 30 Jun 2026 | This was an abridged SHORT NOTICE (superseded by the Detailed Notification below). It confirmed total vacancies (444), basic pay, and selection process outline, but not detailed eligibility, dates, or fee. |
| ✓Detailed Notification Released | 16 Jul 2026 | ✅ CONFIRMED: Employment Notification No. 2026/69, dated 16.07.2026, published at westerncoal.in. Contains full eligibility, application dates, fee, exam pattern, and syllabus (Annexure I & II). |
| ✓Online Application Start Date | 20 Jul 2026 | ✅ CONFIRMED: 20.07.2026, 10:00 AM (Monday) — this is TOMORROW as of today (19 July). Applications are not yet open at the time of this update. |
| ✓Last Date to Apply Online | 10 Aug 2026 | ✅ CONFIRMED: 10.08.2026, 11:55 PM. This is also the cut-off date for age and eligibility determination. Earlier unverified guesses of 25/31 July circulating on some secondary sites were incorrect. |
| ✓Cut-off Date for Age/Eligibility | 10 Aug 2026 | Age, qualification, and category eligibility are all determined as on this date (same as the application closing date) |
| E-Admit Card Download | — | Date not yet fixed — will be intimated through the official website/recruitment portal only. No admit card will be sent by post. |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | — | Date not yet fixed — will be intimated through the official website after the application window closes |
Vacancy Breakup — Total: 444
Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C
220Pay Scale: Rs 47,330.25/month (Initial Basic Pay, NCWA XI) plus DA, HRA, attendance bonus, transport subsidy, medical facility; 6-month probation
Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C
224Pay Scale: Rs 47,330.25/month (Initial Basic Pay, NCWA XI) plus DA, HRA, attendance bonus, transport subsidy, medical facility; 2-year training period
Total (Both Posts)
444Pay Scale: Rs 47,330.25/month (Basic Pay) for both posts
| Post Name | Total | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PH | Female | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C | 220 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rs 47,330.25/month (Initial Basic Pay, NCWA XI) plus DA, HRA, attendance bonus, transport subsidy, medical facility; 6-month probation |
| Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C | 224 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rs 47,330.25/month (Initial Basic Pay, NCWA XI) plus DA, HRA, attendance bonus, transport subsidy, medical facility; 2-year training period |
| Total (Both Posts) | 444 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rs 47,330.25/month (Basic Pay) for both posts |
| Total | 888 |
Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online only (Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card) — WCL is not responsible if fee is paid by any other mode
✅ CONFIRMED: Rs 1,000 + GST Rs 180 = Rs 1,180 total. Non-refundable under any circumstances. Any bank/transaction charges beyond this are borne by the candidate. Applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
Computer Based Test (CBT) — Part 1: General Aptitude — Exam Pattern
English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, Current Affairs
Questions
20
Marks
20
Duration
90 min
Negative
None
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, Current Affairs | 20 | 20 | 90 min | None | online |
Combined with Part 2 in a single 90-minute CBT session, 100 questions total. Bilingual (English/Hindi) — English version is final in case of discrepancy. No marks for unattempted questions.
Computer Based Test (CBT) — Part 2: Technical — Exam Pattern
Post-specific technical/statutory syllabus (Mining or Electrical, per Annexure I/II of notification)
Questions
80
Marks
80
Duration
90 min
Negative
None
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post-specific technical/statutory syllabus (Mining or Electrical, per Annexure I/II of notification) | 80 | 80 | 90 min | None | online |
Qualifying marks (out of 100 total): UR/EWS 50, OBC(NCL) 45, SC/ST 40 — same for both posts. Zone of consideration for Document Verification: 3x vacancies per category, based on CBT rank.
Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility Now
Read the detailed notification PDF carefully and confirm you meet the exact qualification for your chosen post (Mining Sirdar OR Assistant Foreman - not both) plus the age criteria (18-30 for UR/EWS, with relaxation for reserved categories).
Step 2: Gather Your Documents in Advance
Keep your Matriculation certificate, post-specific statutory certificates (DGMS Mining Sirdar/Overman certificate + Gas Testing + First-Aid, OR Electrical Supervisory Certificate + Diploma), category certificate (if applicable), scanned photo and signature, and Aadhaar ready before the window opens.
Step 3: Apply Online From 20 July, 10:00 AM
Visit www.westerncoal.in > Career > Recruitment > Apply Online. Register, fill in all details accurately, upload documents, select your test city carefully (it cannot be changed later), and pay the application fee (Rs 1,180 for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS; free for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Departmental).
Step 4: Review and Submit Before 10 August
Carefully review all details before final submission - no changes are permitted afterward. Submit before 10 August 2026, 11:55 PM, and download/print your confirmation page.
Step 5: Prepare for the CBT
The CBT has 100 questions (20 General Aptitude + 80 Technical) in 90 minutes, no negative marking. Study the confirmed syllabus in Annexure I (Mining) or Annexure II (Electrical) of the official notification, plus general aptitude topics (English, reasoning, quantitative aptitude, data interpretation, current affairs).
Important Links
WCL Career / Recruitment Section
https://www.westerncoal.in/en/career/recruitment
Official Website - Western Coalfields Limited
https://www.westerncoal.in/
Detailed Employment Notification PDF (No. 2026/69)
https://docs.westerncoal.in/strapi/uploads/Recruitment_Not_English_58616ee33e.pdf
Abridged/Short Notification PDF (superseded)
https://docs.westerncoal.in/strapi/uploads/Abridged_NOTIFICATION_English_075ba1bfe7.pdf
Latest Updates
16 Jul
2026
🔔 WCL Releases Detailed Notification for 444 Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman Posts
Western Coalfields Limited released the full detailed notification (Employment Notification No. 2026/69, dated 16.07.2026) at westerncoal.in, confirming application dates (20 July-10 August 2026), fee (Rs 1,180 for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS, nil for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM), full eligibility for both posts, age limit (18-30 for UR/EWS with category relaxations), and CBT exam pattern (100 questions, 90 minutes, no negative marking). This supersedes the 30 June short notice.
Read Detailed Notification PDF30 Jun
2026
0WCL Releases Short Notice for 444 Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman Posts
Western Coalfields Limited released a short notice on 30 June 2026 announcing 444 upcoming vacancies (220 Mining Sirdar + 224 Assistant Foreman Electrical/Electrical Supervisor) under T&S Grade-C, basic pay Rs 47,330.25/month. [This has since been superseded by the detailed notification of 16 July 2026 - see above.]
Check WCL Career PageDetailed Notification Now Released — What Changed from the Short Notice
WCL has now released the full Detailed Notification (Employment Notification No. 2026/69, dated 16.07.2026), superseding the earlier Short Notice. Everything that was previously 'awaited' is now confirmed: exact application dates (20 July - 10 August 2026), application fee (Rs 1,180 for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS, nil for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Departmental), full educational qualification for both posts, the complete age limit and relaxation table, and the CBT exam pattern with syllabus. Note: as of today (19 July), the application window has not yet opened — it opens tomorrow, 20 July at 10:00 AM.
How to Apply (Confirmed Process)
Once the window opens on 20 July 2026, 10:00 AM:
- Visit www.westerncoal.in → Career → Recruitment → Employment Notification → Apply Online
- Read the full Employment Notification carefully to confirm your eligibility for your chosen post
- Register and fill in personal, educational, and category details
- Upload all required documents (photo, signature, certificates as listed)
- Pay the application fee online if applicable to your category (Rs 1,180 for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS)
- Choose your preferred test city — this cannot be changed later, and WCL reserves the right to reallocate
- Review carefully — no changes are allowed after final submission — then submit and print the confirmation page
Important: Apply for only ONE post. If you submit multiple applications, only the one with the higher Application Sequence Number is considered, and fees cannot be transferred between applications.
MP and Maharashtra Relevance
WCL's operational mining Areas span both Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, covering Underground (UG) and Opencast (OC) mines. Selected candidates can be posted at any UG or OC mine of any WCL area and remain liable to transfer during service — so candidates should be prepared for postings anywhere within WCL's jurisdiction, not just their home district.
Selection Process & Tie-Break Rules
Selection is purely CBT-marks based, followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination — there is no interview. Key confirmed rules:
- Zone of consideration for Document Verification is 3 times the vacancies in each category, based on CBT rank
- Ties in CBT marks are resolved first by Date of Birth (elder candidate ranked higher), then by alphabetical order of first name per the Matriculation certificate
- A Merit Panel is published on the WCL website after Document Verification, followed by a provisional offer based on merit-cum-reservation norms
- Candidature can be cancelled at ANY stage — scrutiny, probation, or even during employment — if found ineligible
- No TA/DA is paid for CBT, Document Verification, or joining
CBT Syllabus Highlights
Mining Sirdar (Part 2 - Technical): Explosives & Blasting, Board and Pillar methods, Strata control, Stowing, Opencast working, Drifting, Geology, Mine Surveying, Inundation danger, Mine Fires/Rescue, Ventilation & gases, Duties of Sirdar, Man-riding systems, Winding/shaft safety, Coal dust regulations, Accident classification, and provisions of the Mines Act 1952, Coal Mines Regulations 2017, and DGMS circulars.
Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Part 2 - Technical): Basics of Electrical Engineering (Ohm's/Kirchhoff's Law, power factor, safety devices), Electrical Machineries, Electric Drives & Control (VFD/PLC/SCADA/DCS), Switchgear, Earthing (IS-3043), Sub-station design, Overhead lines/underground cables, general electrical safety, and CEA Regulations 2023, Electricity Act 2003, NBC 2016.
Full syllabus is in Annexure I (Mining Sirdar) and Annexure II (Assistant Foreman) of the official notification PDF.
