WCL Statutory Supervisory Staff Recruitment 2026: 444 Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman Posts
Brief Information: Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a Subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has released a comprehensive recruitment advertisement (Employment Notification No. 2026/69) for regular appointment to statutory positions. Applications are invited via online mode from eligible Indian nationals for the posts of Mining Sirdar (T&S Grade-C) and Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor (T&S Grade-C) for its highly mechanized underground and opencast mines. Candidates can review the thorough eligibility, post-wise vacancy matrix, syllabus, and step-by-step application process layout below.
| Recruiting Company | Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) |
| Parent Organization | Coal India Limited (CIL) under Ministry of Coal |
| Total Notified Vacancies | 444 Posts |
Important Dates & Official Schedule
| Employment Notification Release Date | 16/07/2026 |
| Opening Date for Online Form Submission | 20/07/2026 (From 10:00 AM) |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Forms | 10/08/2026 (Till 11:55 PM) |
| Target Cut-off Date (Age & Qualifications) | 10/08/2026 |
| Tentative Computer Based Test (CBT) Date | Will be informed through official website |
Application Registration Fee Breakdown
- Unreserved (UR) / OBC (NCL) / EWS Candidates: Rs. 1,180/- (Consists of Rs. 1000/- Base Fee + Rs. 180/- applicable GST).
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen (ESM) / Departmental Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Exempted)
- Payment Mode: Strictly via online modes integrated into the recruitment module. Fees are completely non-refundable.
Age Limit Criteria (As on 10/08/2026 Cut-off)
- Minimum Required Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age for UR / EWS Candidates: 30 Years.
Upper Age Relaxation Limits:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 Years Relaxation (Up to 33 Years).
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years Relaxation (Up to 35 Years).
- PwBD Candidates: UR-10 Years, OBC-13 Years, SC/ST-15 Years.
- Departmental Candidates (Employees of CIL & its Subsidiaries): No Upper Age Limit.
Post-Wise Vacancy & Reservation Distribution
| Name of the Notified Post & Grade | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | Total |
| Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C | 101 | 22 | 24 | 38 | 35 | 220 |
| Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical) / Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C | 91 | 22 | 26 | 29 | 56 | 224 |
| Consolidated Grand Total | 192 | 44 | 50 | 67 | 91 | 444 Posts |
Horizontal Reservation Bounds: Ex-Servicemen (ESM) receive 22 horizontal seats in each post category. PwBD (Divyangjan) candidates are allotted 9 horizontal seats exclusively for Assistant Foreman positions. As per standard guidelines, Mining Sirdar posts do not fall under the identified list for PwBD reservation.
Minimum Eligibility Criteria & Post Salaries
- Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C: Valid Mining Sirdar Certificate of Competency issued by DGMS + Valid Gas Testing Certificate + Valid First-Aid Certificate + 3 years experience in Underground (UG) Mines. OR a Diploma in Mining Engineering from a recognized institute + Valid Overman competency certificate issued by DGMS + Valid Gas Testing & First Aid Certificates.
- Assistant Foreman (Electrical), T&S Grade-C: Diploma (Minimum 3 years course) in Electrical Engineering from a Government recognized institute along with a valid Electrical Supervisory Certificate for Mines issued by the Appropriate Government.
- Important Restrictions: Higher qualifications or certificates approved by the Central Government are acceptable. Distance learning or part-time qualification degrees/diplomas are **strictly invalid**. Candidates possessing restricted competency certificates are not eligible.
- Initial Basic Pay Scale: Both positions offer an initial basic pay of Rs. 47,330.25 per month as per the National Coal Wage Agreement (NCWA) XI, along with other allowances like Dearness Allowance, attendance bonus, and HRA.
Computer Based Test (CBT) Selection Scheme
- The evaluation test consists of a single paper containing 100 multiple-choice questions with a total duration of 90 minutes.
- Question Breakup Matrix: Part-1 (General Aptitude, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude) – 20 Questions; Part-2 (Technical Core Stream Syllabus) – 80 Questions.
- Each correct choice values 1 mark. There is **no negative marking** for wrong or unattempted answers.
- Baseline Passing Marks: UR and EWS – 50 Marks; OBC (NCL) – 45 Marks; SC / ST candidates – 40 Marks.
Post-Wise Technical Stream Syllabus Core Elements
- Mining Sirdar (Part 2): Explosives and blasting practices in UG and OC mines; board and pillar development/depillaring mass production technology; Strata Control and Monitoring Plan (SCAMP); opencast machinery bench and dump slope monitoring; danger of inundation; mine ventilation and mine gases; CMR 2017 and Mines Act 1952 provisions.
- Assistant Foreman Electrical (Part 2): Basics of Electrical Engineering (Ohm’s/Kirchhoff’s laws, power factor improvement); Power Generation Economics; operation and maintenance of electrical machineries (transformers, AC/DC motors, generators); switchgears and protective circuit breakers; earthing systems (IS – 3043); CEA Regulations 2023.
How to Apply for WCL Supervisory Staff Online Form
- Visit the official website link of Western Coalfields Limited listed below, navigate to Career -> Recruitment, and click “Apply Online” under the Statutory Supervisory Staff notification.
- Candidates can apply for **only one** of the two positions. Multiple applications will result in immediate cancellation of candidature.
- Fill out all mandatory text fields including OTR identity credentials, verified active phone parameters, communication records, and accurate statutory validation data.
- Upload scanned files of your recent passport photograph (not older than 3 weeks), signature in black ink, Matriculation certificate for DOB verification, and legible copies of trade diplomas or statutory competency cards.
- Complete the online application fee clearance of Rs. 1,180/- if applying under UR/OBC/EWS pools. Lock your preferred test cities from the list and preview your draft.
- Submit the form online before the closing timeline parameters of 11:55 PM on 10 August 2026 and take a clean A4 size printout of the confirmation page for document verification stages.
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IMPORTANT LINKS BOX
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Download Official Recruitment Notification Brochure PDF | Click Here |
| Official Portal Website of Western Coalfields Limited | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the target closing timeline to complete online registration fields for WCL recruitment?
The online registration module closes permanently for active form submissions at 11:55 PM on 10 August 2026.
Q2. Is there a negative marking penalty applied to wrong attempts inside the online CBT evaluation?
No, there is absolutely no negative marking clause active for incorrect selections or unattempted entries during the 100 marks written exam.
Q3. Can a candidate holding a restricted competency card apply for these statutory slots?
No, as these advertised vacancies are strictly open for deployment across both underground (UG) and opencast (OC) mining areas, candidates holding restricted competency certificates are not eligible.
Q4. What is the target cut-off calendar reference date established for verifying suitability parameters?
All parameters governing eligibility, age determination bounds, and statutory card validity are calculated using the cut-off reference date of 10 August 2026.
Q5. Is a hard copy form submission required after completing the online registration?
No, candidate parameters strictly dictate that applications are to be processed through the online mode only. No physical sheets need to be dispatched immediately after submission.