Northern Coalfield Limited (NCL) aims to fill a total of 577 vacancies for HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical Staff, and Overseer (Civil) posts. As per the official notice, the NCL Trainee Exam Date 2026 for Advt. No. – NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125 has been announced for 6th July 2026 (Monday). Scroll down the article for exam schedule, exam pattern and other details.
NCL Recruitment 2026
The selection of candidates will be based on a 4-stage selection process that will include a CBT Written Exam, a Skill Test (as per post requirement), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026- Overview |
| Important Details
Organization: Northern Coalfield Limited (NCL) |
| Vacancy
No. of Posts: 577 |
| Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 6th April 2026 |
| Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Post-wise |
| Selection Process
CBT Written Exam |
NCL Trainee Exam Date 2026 Out
Northern Coalfield Limited (NCL) has released the official notice regarding the announcement of NCL Trainee Exam Date 2026 for HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical Staff and Overseer (Civil) posts (Advt. No. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125). The exam will be conducted on 6th July 2026 (Monday) in computer-based mode. Further details regarding the exam will be released along with its admit card.
NCL Trainee Vacancy 2026
A total of 577 vacancies have been announced by the Northern Coalfield Limited for the HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical Staff, and Overseer (Civil) posts.
| Post Name | Total Vacancy |
| Dumper Operator (Trainee) | 308 |
| Grader Operator (Trainee) | 34 |
| Dozer Operator (Trainee) | 52 |
| Crane Operator (Trainee) | 17 |
| Pay Loader Operator (Trainee) | 18 |
| Surface Miner Operator (Trainee) | 43 |
| Staff Nurse (Trainee) | 47 |
| Pharmacist (Trainee) | 4 |
| Technician (Pathological) | 12 |
| Technician (Dental) | 2 |
| Physiotherapist (Trainee) | 4 |
| Technician (Optometry) | 1 |
| Technician (Radiographer) | 3 |
| Jr. Technician (ECG) | 2 |
| Overseer (Civil) | 30 |
| Total | 577 |
NCL Trainee Notification 2026
The NCL Trainee Notification 2026 has been released by the Northern Coalfield Limited at their official website www.nclcil.in. Candidates who are willing to apply for the recruitment must go through the detailed notification PDF to check all the important details like eligibility criteria, selection process, and more.
NCL Trainee Eligibility Criteria 2026
The candidates who are willing to apply for the 577 vacancies must make sure they fulfill the required eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit as discussed below.
Educational Qualification
Check the post-wise educational qualification required from the table below.
| Post Name | Qualification |
| Dumper Operator (Trainee) | 10th Pass + Valid HMV/ Transport License |
| Grader Operator (Trainee) | 10th Pass + Valid HMV/ Transport License |
| Dozer Operator (Trainee) | 10th Pass + Valid HMV/ Transport License |
| Crane Operator (Trainee) | 10th Pass + Valid HMV/ Transport License |
| Pay Loader Operator (Trainee) | 10th Pass + Valid HMV/ Transport License |
| Surface Miner Operator (Trainee) | 10th Pass + Valid HMV/ Transport License |
| Staff Nurse (Trainee) | 10+2 + B.Sc Nursing / GNM + Nursing Registration |
| Pharmacist (Trainee) | 10+2 (Science) + Diploma in Pharmacy + Registration |
| Technician (Pathological) | Diploma in Pathology |
| Technician (Dental) | 10+2 + Diploma in Dental Technology |
| Physiotherapist (Trainee) | Diploma in Physiotherapy (Min 3 Years) |
| Technician (Optometry) | 10+2 + Diploma in Optometry |
| Technician (Radiographer) | Diploma in Radiography |
| Jr. Technician (ECG) | 10+2 + 2 Years ECG Experience |
| Overseer (Civil) | 10th Pass + Diploma in Civil Engineering |
Age Limit (As on 01/05/2026)
The age limit to be eligible to apply for the NCL Recruitment 2026 is 18-30 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.05.2026. The age relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC(NCL) Centre List | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer – Centre List) | 13 Years |
| PwBD SC/ST | 15 Years |
| Ex Servicemen (ESM) | Actual period of service rendered in defence services +3 years (cumulative age-relaxation under both categories, subject to the condition that his/her actual age should not exceed 50 years) |
NCL Trainee Application Fee 2026
The candidates who will be applying for the NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026 must pay the application fee before submitting their application forms, as no application will be accepted without an application fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR/OBC/EWS | Rs. 1180 (Rs. 1000 + GST) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/ESM | Exempted |
Steps to Apply for NCL Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow the steps provided below to apply online for NCL Recruitment 2026.
- Visit https://www.nclcil.in → Career → Recruitment → Employment Notice/Advertisement for Direct Recruitment → Apply Online.
- Register and fill the online application form carefully with all mandatory details.
- Upload scanned copies of: Recent passport size photograph, signature, Matriculation certificate, HMV/Transport License (for HEMM posts), relevant
- Diploma/Degree/Registration certificates, Caste/EWS/PwBD/ESM certificates (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
NCL Trainee Selection Process 2026
The eligible candidates who will be applying for the NCL Recruitment 2026 have to go through a multi-stage selection process that will include the following stages.
- CBT Written Exam
- Skill Test (as per post requirement)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
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