South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has released the official notification inviting applications from interested and eligible candidates for Mining Sirdar, Dy. Surveyor and Assistant Foreman (Electrical) posts. A total of 1055 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive.
This recruitment provides a good opportunity for candidates with mining and electrical engineering qualifications to secure employment in a reputed PSU under Coal India. The online application process will start from 15 April 2026 and will remain open until 14 May 2026. Candidates should review all eligibility conditions, application fee details and selection procedures before applying.
Overview of Coal India SECL Recruitment 2026
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, application fee, age limit, qualifications and selection details.
| Organisation | South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) |
| Post Name | Mining Sirdar, Dy. Surveyor, Assistant Foreman (Electrical) |
| Total Vacancies | 1055 |
| Category | PSU Job |
| Job Location | Across SECL Units |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT) and Document Verification |
Important Dates
The registration process for SECL Recruitment 2026 will begin from 15 April 2026. Refer to the table below for the application submission deadline.
| Application Start Date | 15 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1180 (Including GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / ESM | ₹0 |
Vacancy Details of Coal India SECL Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Mining Sirdar | 577 |
| Dy. Surveyor | 43 |
| Assistant Foreman (Electrical) | 435 |
| Total | 1055 |
Eligibility Criteria of SECL Recruitment 2026 Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Mining Sirdar | 10th / Diploma / Degree in Mining with valid certificates | 18 to 30 Years |
| Dy. Surveyor | Diploma / Degree in Mining or Surveying with competency certificate | 18 to 30 Years |
| Assistant Foreman (Electrical) | 10th pass with Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 18 to 30 Years |
Candidates must also possess required statutory certificates as per the respective post. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a basic pay of approximately ₹47,330 per month. Additional benefits such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), other allowances and bonus will be provided as per company rules.
Selection Process
Selection will be carried out through the following stages:
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Document Verification
Final merit will be prepared based on marks obtained in the CBT examination.
Exam Pattern
| Total Questions | 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Section A | Technical – 80 Questions |
| Section B | General Awareness and Aptitude – 20 Questions |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
How to Apply for Coal India SECL Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
Visit the official SECL website
Go to Careers and Recruitment section
Register with required details
Fill out the online application form
Upload necessary documents
Pay the application fee if applicable
Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference
SECL Official Notification & Apply Details
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Official Website: https://secl-cil.in
Apply Online: Through SECL recruitment portal