NCL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 577 HEMM, Paramedical & Overseer Posts
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has released a big recruitment notification for 577 posts of HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical Staff, and Overseer (Civil). If you have been waiting for a stable central government PSU job in the coal sector, this is one of the biggest openings of 2026. The monthly pay goes up to ₹47,330 plus DA and allowances, and the postings are in the Singrauli and Sonbhadra coalfields. You can check more such PSU government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Online applications open on 09 April 2026 and close on 01 May 2026. Candidates who have passed 10th with a valid HMV license, or hold a Diploma in Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Civil Engineering or similar, can apply. In this article, we at GovtJobsAlert.in have explained the full vacancy break-up, eligibility, salary, fees, selection process, and step-by-step apply guide in very simple language — so you don’t miss anything important.
Key Highlights — NCL Recruitment 2026
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) is a Miniratna Category-I PSU and one of the largest coal-producing subsidiaries of Coal India Limited. Its mines are spread across the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh and the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh. NCL is known for stable jobs, good salary, and strong employee benefits — a dream posting for many students preparing for 10th pass government jobs.
- Recruiting Body: Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited
- Post Names: HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical Staff, Overseer (Civil)
- Total Vacancies: 577 Posts
- Advt. Number: NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125
- Salary / Pay Level: ₹1,502.66 per day (HEMM) to ₹47,330.25 per month (T&S Grade C)
- Job Location: Singrauli (MP) and Sonbhadra (UP)
- Application Mode: Online only
- Last Date to Apply: 01 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
NCL Vacancy Breakdown 2026 — Post-wise Distribution
The total of 577 vacancies has been divided into three main categories. The HEMM Operator group has the biggest share with 472 posts. Here is the simple post-wise break-up.
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Dumper Operator (Trainee) | HEMM | 308 |
| Surface Minor Operator (Trainee) | HEMM | 43 |
| Dozer Operator (Trainee) | HEMM | 52 |
| Pay Loader Operator (Trainee) | HEMM | 18 |
| Grader Operator (Trainee) | HEMM | 34 |
| Crane Operator (Trainee) | HEMM | 17 |
| Staff Nurse (Trainee) | Paramedical | 47 |
| Pharmacist (Trainee) | Paramedical | 4 |
| Technician (Pathological) | Paramedical | 12 |
| Technician (Radiographer) | Paramedical | 3 |
| Physiotherapist (Trainee) | Paramedical | 4 |
| Technician (Dental) | Paramedical | 2 |
| Technician (Optometry) | Paramedical | 1 |
| Jr. Technician (ECG) | Paramedical | 2 |
| Overseer (Civil) | Engineering | 30 |
| Total | — | 577 |
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen will be given as per Government of India rules.
What is the Eligibility Criteria for NCL Recruitment 2026?
Eligibility is different for each post group. Please read carefully and apply only for the post where you fully meet the conditions, because only one application per candidate is allowed.
Educational Qualification
- HEMM Operator (Trainee): Passed Matriculation / 10th / SSC with a minimum of 55% marks (General/EWS), 50% (OBC-NCL), or 45% (SC/ST). Candidate must also hold a valid HMV / Transport License as on 01 May 2026. Learning license is not valid.
- Staff Nurse (Trainee): 10+2 plus B.Sc. Nursing or Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with a valid State Nursing Council registration.
- Pharmacist (Trainee): 10+2 with Science and Diploma in Pharmacy with valid Pharmacy Council registration.
- Technician (Pathological) / Radiographer / Physiotherapist: Diploma in the respective discipline from a government-recognised institute. For Physiotherapy, a minimum 3-year course is required. Candidates with a medical diploma can also check more medical and healthcare jobs on our site.
- Technician (Dental / Optometry): 10+2 plus a recognised Diploma in Dentistry / Dental Technology or Refraction / Optometry.
- Jr. Technician (ECG): 10+2 plus 2 years of experience as an ECG Technician under a cardiologist or physician.
- Overseer (Civil): Matriculation plus a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised institute. This is a good opening for diploma holder government jobs seekers.
Age Limit (as on 01 May 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years, OBC (NCL) — 3 years, PwBD (UR) — 10 years, PwBD (SC/ST) — 15 years, Ex-Servicemen as per government rules.
What is the Salary Range for NCL Recruitment 2026? HEMM Operator & Staff Nurse Pay
NCL is famous for one of the best PSU salary packages in the Coal India group. The entry pay is attractive and grows fast with DA, bonus, and allowances as per the National Coal Wage Agreement (NCWA-XI).
- HEMM Operator (Trainee): ₹1,502.66 per day (Category-I daily rated) — around ₹45,000 per month in hand with DA, attendance bonus and other allowances
- Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Technician (Pathological/Radiographer), Physiotherapist, Overseer (Civil) — T&S Grade C: ₹47,330.25 per month basic pay
- Technician (Dental), Jr. Technician (ECG), Technician (Optometry) — T&S Grade D: ₹43,775.55 per month basic pay
In-hand salary range: ₹45,000 – ₹85,000 per month (approx.) including DA, attendance bonus, transport subsidy, medical facility, and other NCWA-XI allowances.
After successful training, HEMM Operators are placed in Excavation Category D, and most T&S Grade D staff are moved up to T&S Grade C. You also get free medical facility for self and family, LTC, and CIL retirement benefits.
What is the Selection Process for NCL Recruitment 2026? CBT Exam Pattern & Qualifying Marks
The selection will be done through a Computer Based Test (CBT) only. No interview is there. The basic CBT structure is the same for all posts, but the subject pattern changes for HEMM Operator and Paramedical/Overseer posts.
- Online Application Submission.
- Downloading of Admit Card from NCL website.
- Computer Based Test (CBT) in bilingual (English + Hindi) format.
- Document Verification for qualified candidates.
- Medical Examination (as per CIL rules).
- Character and Antecedent verification.
- Final Appointment Letter.
Exam Pattern (CBT)
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Total Questions: 100 MCQs
- Maximum Marks: 100 (1 mark per question)
- Negative Marking: No
- HEMM Operator: Common paper covering Road Signs, Traffic Rules, Motor Vehicle Act, Machine Knowledge, General Awareness and Basic Mathematics.
- Paramedical / Overseer (Civil): Section A — 70 marks Technical (discipline-based), Section B — 30 marks General Knowledge, Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude.
Qualifying Marks
- UR / EWS: 50 marks out of 100
- SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD / ESM: 40 marks out of 100
How to Apply Online for NCL Recruitment 2026? Step-by-Step Application Guide
The application is fully online on the NCL website. Please keep your documents, photo, signature, and email ID ready before you start. Hard copy submission is not required.
- Visit the official website www.nclcil.in and go to the Career → Recruitment section.
- Click on the link “Direct Recruitment of HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical Staff and Overseer (Civil) — Apply Online”.
- Read the full employment notice (available in English and Hindi) to confirm your eligibility.
- Register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number (must stay active for at least 1 year).
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully — no correction is allowed after final submission.
- Upload photo, signature, Matriculation certificate, HMV / Diploma certificate, and category certificate in the required format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Download the final application copy and keep a printout for future reference.
What Are the Important Dates for NCL Recruitment 2026? Application Deadlines & Key Events
Mark these dates in your calendar and do not wait for the last day, because the website may slow down near the deadline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 06 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 09 April 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 01 May 2026 |
| Cut-Off Date for Eligibility | 01 May 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
What is the Application Fee for NCL Recruitment 2026? Category-wise Fee Structure
The application fee has to be paid online only through the NCL career portal. There is no offline mode.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹1,180 (₹1,000 + GST ₹180) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
| Departmental Candidates | Nil |
Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted under any circumstance. Applications without the correct fee will be rejected.
Essential Links — NCL Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for NCL Recruitment 2026
- Visit NCL Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
This is a wonderful chance for candidates from tier-2 and tier-3 cities to join a central PSU with strong pay and job security. Don’t wait till the last date — apply early, keep all your documents ready, and start your CBT preparation from today itself. For more Madhya Pradesh government jobs and central PSU notifications, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.