Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) has announced WCL Recruitment 2026 for 444 vacancies of Mining Sirdar and Assistant Foreman/Electrical Supervisor across various disciplines. The online application process is currently underway, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 10 August 2026. Interested applicants can check this article for complete details, including the vacancy breakdown, eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, salary, important dates, and the step-by-step application process.
WCL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars |
Details |
| Organisation |
Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) |
| Post Name |
Mining Sirdar and Assistant Foreman/Electrical Supervisor |
| Total Vacancy |
444 |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Application Start Date |
20 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date |
10 August 2026 |
| Educational Qualification |
Degree/Diploma |
| Upper Age Limit |
30 years |
| Official Website |
westerncoal.in |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Short Notification Release |
30 June 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release |
16 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts |
20 July 2026, 10:00 AM (Monday) |
| Last Date to Apply |
10 August 2026, 11:55 PM (Monday) |
| CBT Exam Date |
To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
| UR/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS |
₹1,180 (₹1,000 + GST ₹180) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Departmental Candidates |
₹0 |
Application fee must be paid online during the application process.
Vacancy Details & Qualification
A total of 444 vacancies are available — 220 for Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C and 224 for Assistant Foreman (Trainee)(Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C.
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
| Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C |
220 |
| Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C |
224 |
| Total |
444 |
Mining Sirdar — Category-wise Vacancy
| Category |
No. of Vacancy |
| UR |
101 |
| EWS |
22 |
| SC |
24 |
| ST |
38 |
| OBC (NCL) |
35 |
| Total |
220 |
Assistant Foreman — Category-wise Vacancy
| Category |
No. of Vacancy |
| UR |
91 |
| EWS |
22 |
| SC |
26 |
| ST |
29 |
| OBC (NCL) |
56 |
| Total |
224 |
Educational Qualification
| Post |
Qualification |
| Mining Sirdar |
Valid Mining Sirdar Certificate of Competency (DGMS), valid Gas Testing Certificate, valid First-Aid Certificate, and 3 years’ experience in Underground Mines; OR a Diploma in Mining Engineering (Govt.-recognized) with valid Overman Competency Certificate (DGMS), Gas Testing Certificate, and First-Aid Certificate |
| Assistant Foreman/Electrical Supervisor |
Diploma (minimum 3-year course) in Electrical Engineering from a Government-recognized institute, and a valid Electrical Supervisory Certificate for Mines issued by the Appropriate Government |
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 30 years (as on 10 August 2026)
| Category |
Age Relaxation |
Maximum Age |
| UR/EWS |
No relaxation |
30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) |
3 years |
33 years |
| SC/ST |
5 years |
35 years |
| PwBD (UR) |
10 years |
40 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) |
13 years |
43 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) |
15 years |
45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) |
Length of Defence Service + 3 years (UR/EWS), 6 years (OBC/NCL), 8 years (SC/ST) |
Maximum 50 years |
| Departmental Candidates (CIL & Subsidiary Employees) |
No upper age limit |
No upper age limit |
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) covering General Aptitude (20 questions, 20 marks) and Technical (80 questions, 80 marks) — total 100 marks.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50 for UR & EWS, 45 for OBC (NCL), and 40 for SC/ST (applicable to both Mining Sirdar and Assistant Foreman/Electrical Supervisor posts).
- Document Verification of shortlisted candidates.
- Medical Examination as the final stage before selection.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website, westerncoal.in.
- Click on the Recruitment option in the Career section.
- Click on the link titled “Recruitment of Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C, and Assistant Foreman (Trainee) posts”.
- Complete the registration and fill the online application form.
- Upload all required documents and submit the application before the closing date.
- Save the application form for future reference.
Salary
| Post Name |
Salary Structure |
| Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C |
₹47,330.25 per month |
| Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C |
₹47,330.25 per month |
Training/Probation Period
| Post |
Training/Probation Period |
| Mining Sirdar |
6 months’ probation from date of joining |
| Assistant Foreman/Electrical Supervisor |
2 years’ training from date of joining |
Important Links
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