NCL Mining Sirdar/Surveyor Recruitment 2026 — 259 Vacancies

Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Miniratna subsidiary of Coal India Limited, is hiring 259 candidates for the statutory posts of Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C and Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B. If you have passed Matriculation along with a valid DGMS statutory certificate, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 5 August 2026. Salary starts from Rs. 47,330 per month for Mining Sirdar and goes up to Rs. 51,103 per month for Surveyor. This recruitment is one of the largest statutory-post drives from a Coal India subsidiary this year, giving Matriculate candidates with mining certification a clear path into a permanent public sector job.

Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) Mining Sirdar & Surveyor Recruitment 2026 - 259 Posts

NCL has released Employment Notification No. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/246 dated 10 July 2026 for direct recruitment to statutory mining posts. These posts are meant for regular deployment across NCL's mines and establishments in Singrauli district (Madhya Pradesh) and Sonebhadra district (Uttar Pradesh). 254 posts are for Mining Sirdar and 5 posts are for Surveyor — both are safety-critical statutory roles under the Mines Act that require DGMS-recognised certification. NCL is headquartered in Singrauli and is one of the largest coal-producing subsidiaries of Coal India Limited, so a job here means stable, long-term employment in the central public sector with a defined pay structure and retirement benefits. Candidates who already hold a valid DGMS certificate for either post should not miss this opportunity, since statutory mining vacancies of this scale do not come up often.

Vacancy Details

Most of the 259 vacancies are for Mining Sirdar, reflecting NCL's ongoing need for certified safety supervisors at its opencast and underground mines, while the small number of Surveyor vacancies covers specialised survey and mapping work across the same mining areas.

Who Can Apply?

Both posts are statutory positions recognised under the Mines Act and Coal Mines Regulations, so you must already hold the relevant certificate issued by the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS) before you apply — NCL will not accept applications from candidates who are still pursuing these certificates. There is no separate syllabus to prepare from scratch — your existing DGMS certification and Matriculation mark sheet are what qualify you, so make sure both are valid and free of errors before you apply.

For Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C:

• You need to have passed Matriculation.
• You must hold a valid DGMS Mining Sirdar Certificate (or Overman Certificate) issued by the Directorate General of Mines Safety.
• You also need valid Gas Testing and First Aid Certificates.

For Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B:

• You need to have passed Matriculation.
• You must hold a valid DGMS Surveyor Certificate of Competency.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 30 years old to apply for these posts.
• Age relaxation is applicable to reserved category candidates as per Government of India and Coal India Limited norms.

Salary

• Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C: Rs. 47,330 per month (approx. entry pay).
• Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B: Rs. 51,103 per month (approx. entry pay).
• You will also get DA, HRA and other allowances as per NCL/Coal India rules, along with standard PSU benefits such as provident fund and gratuity.

Application Fee

• General / OBC(NCL) / EWS: Rs. 1,180 (Rs. 1,000 + GST), non-refundable.
• SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Departmental candidates: No fee.
• Payment mode: Online.

Selection Process

NCL will select candidates in the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): 100 marks total — 70 marks Technical (based on your DGMS-certified trade) and 30 marks General Ability. You will take the CBT at a computer-based test centre notified by NCL.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates, including their DGMS certification, Matriculation certificate and category certificate (if applicable) — your admission is strictly based on your original documents matching your application details.
3. Initial Medical Examination (IME): You must be found medically fit for mining duty before final selection, since both posts involve working inside or around active mining operations.

Only candidates who qualify each stage move to the next, and the final merit list is prepared based on your CBT score once document verification and medical fitness are confirmed.

How to Apply

The complete application process is online — you do not need to visit any NCL office or send documents by post at the application stage.

1. Go to the NCL website at www.nclcil.in.
2. Navigate to Career > Recruitment > Employment Notification for Direct Recruitment of various Statutory posts.
3. Click on Apply Online for Mining Sirdar/Surveyor 2026.
4. Register, fill in your details and upload documents and photo.
5. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
6. Submit the form and take a printout for your records.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 10 July 2026
• Online Application Start: 14 July 2026 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 5 August 2026 (11:59 PM)
• CBT Exam Date: To be announced

Note: NCL will publish the CBT exam date and admit card download link on its official website closer to the exam. Keep checking www.nclcil.in for updates after the application window closes.

Since Mining Sirdar and Surveyor are frontline safety posts, NCL is expected to process this large batch of vacancies steadily, so it is best to complete your online application well before the last date rather than waiting until the final day.

• Supervise underground and opencast mining operations for safety compliance (Mining Sirdar)
• Conduct daily inspections of mine roof, sides and ventilation
• Test for hazardous gases and enforce statutory safety protocols
• Administer first aid during mining emergencies
• Carry out survey and mapping of mine workings (Surveyor)
• Prepare and maintain accurate mine plans and survey records
• Coordinate with mine officials on daily production and safety reports
• Ensure compliance with DGMS regulations and statutory requirements