Overview
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has announced recruitment for 200 Technician posts for 2025. The positions are open to candidates with 10th pass and ITI qualifications. The application process is online, and the selection will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification. For detailed information, refer to the official notification on nclcil.in.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Category | Vacancies | Pay Scale (Daily Rated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Fitter (Trainee) | Cat. III | 92 | ₹1034.04 |
| Technician Electrician (Trainee) | Cat. III | 66 | ₹1034.04 |
| Technician Welder (Trainee) | Cat. II | 22 | ₹1002.08 |
| Technician Turner (Trainee) | Cat. III | 10 | ₹1034.04 |
| Technician Machinist (Trainee) | Cat. III | 10 | ₹1034.04 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed 10th class and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Turner, or Machinist) from an institute recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years as of the crucial date. Age relaxation applies: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
- Preference: Priority given to candidates with ITI certificates from institutes in Sonbhadra (Uttar Pradesh) or Singrauli (Madhya Pradesh).
Application Process
- Visit the official NCL website: nclcil.in.
- Navigate to Career > Recruitment > Employment Notification for Direct Recruitment of Technician Posts.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link and register yourself.
- Fill in personal details and educational qualifications.
- Pay the application fee: ₹1180 (including GST) for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS; SC/ST/ESM/PwBD candidates are exempt.
- Submit the form and print a copy for future reference.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): 100 marks (70 marks for technical knowledge, 30 marks for general knowledge, reasoning, and aptitude). Duration: 90 minutes. No negative marking.
- Document Verification: Candidates who qualify the CBT will undergo document scrutiny.
- Merit List: Final selection based on CBT scores, with tiebreakers resolved by technical section scores, date of birth, and alphabetical order.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: April 16, 2025
- Online Application Start: April 17, 2025
- Online Application Close: May 10, 2025
- CBT Date: To be announced on nclcil.in