Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) Assistant Foreman (Electrical) & Technician (Electrician) Recruitment 2026 – 500 Posts

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for engineering diploma holders and ITI-qualified electricians looking to build a career in the public sector. MCL, headquartered in Burla, Sambalpur (Odisha), is a subsidiary of Coal India Limited — one of India's largest government-owned coal mining corporations. This official recruitment drive invites applications for two key posts: Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee under T&S Grade-C (E&M) and Technician (Electrician) Trainee under Category-III (E&M).This MCL Recruitment 2026 advertisement covers a total of 500 vacancies spread across both posts. The Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee post has 150 vacancies, while the Technician (Electrician) Trainee post has 350 vacancies. Both positions are trainee roles leading to regularization and permanent employment within the company's Electrical & Mechanical (E&M) cadre.The selection process is completely merit-based through a Computer Based Test (CBT) — there is no personal interview. This makes it a transparent and fair recruitment for all eligible candidates across India. The CBT will have 100 objective-type questions — 20 on General Awareness/Aptitude and 80 on Technical Knowledge — with no negative marking, which is a significant relief for candidates. Candidates must secure at least 45% for General/EWS, 40% for OBC-NCL, and 35% for SC/ST to qualify.For the Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee post, candidates must hold a Diploma in Electrical Engineering (minimum 3 years) or a Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, both approved by AICTE. This is a great fit for diploma and degree holders who want a stable PSU career without waiting for large-scale GATE-based recruitment drives.For the Technician (Electrician) Trainee post, candidates need to have passed matriculation (Class 10), completed a 2-year ITI course in Electrician Trade with an NCVT/SCVT trade certificate, have at least 1 year of training or practical job experience, and hold a valid LT Permit under IE Rules for Mines or a 440–550V mining parts permit from a competent authority.The age limit as on 28 May 2026 is between 18 and 30 years for General/EWS candidates, with relaxations available for OBC-NCL (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, and departmental candidates of CIL and subsidiaries. Departmental candidates of Coal India Limited and its subsidiaries face no upper age bar.Candidates from SC/ST/PwBD/Female/ESM categories and employees of CIL and its subsidiaries are completely exempted from paying any application fee. All other candidates need to pay ₹1,180/- (₹1,000 + GST) as a non-refundable fee via online modes only.Candidates who clear the CBT will be shortlisted in a 1:3 ratio for Document Verification. After successful document verification and medical examination, final appointment offers will be issued in order of merit, following Government of India reservation norms for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD/ESM.Career growth is well-defined. Assistant Foreman (Electrical) trainees can progress to T&S Grade-B and beyond upon acquiring an Electrical Supervisorship Certificate of Competency for Mines. Technician (Electrician) trainees will be regularized as Electrician Cat-IV after completing one year of training and obtaining a valid statutory electrician permit.All applications must be submitted online at the official MCL website (https://mahanadicoal.in). Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the last date of 28 May 2026 to avoid last-minute technical issues. This is a genuine and highly competitive government job opportunity in Odisha and a must-apply for qualified electrical candidates in 2026.