The CIL MT Exam Date 2026 has been officially confirmed for 660 Management Trainee positions. All registered candidates are advised to check their email inbox for specific exam date details and the complete schedule for the upcoming Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Official CIL MT Exam Date 2026 Notification
Coal India Limited (CIL) has notified the Management Trainee (MT) exam date via official email communications. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is scheduled for 24 August 2026, taking place from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM across designated test centers nationwide. Candidates will be able to access and download their CIL MT Admit Card 2026 starting from 21 August 2026.
Quick Overview: CIL Management Trainee Exam 2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Coal India Limited (CIL) |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (MT) |
| Advertisement Numbers | 03/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Disciplines | Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, System, E&T, Geology, Industrial Engineering, Rajbhasha, & Company Secretary |
| Total Vacancy | 660 |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech / M.Sc / M.Tech / MCA / MA in relevant discipline with minimum 60% marks |
| Selection Process |
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| Application Date | 12 May 2026 (10:00 AM) – 21 June 2026 (6:00 PM) (extended) |
| Exam Date (Electrical) | 24 August 2026 |
| Age Limit | Maximum 30 Years (as on 30 April 2026) |
| Pay Scale | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 per month (E-1 Grade) |
| Official Notification | PDF Link |
| Official Website | www.coalindia.in |
| Helpdesk Email | [email protected] |
Key Dates for CIL Recruitment 2026
| Events | Important Dates |
| Notification Release Date | 05 May 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 12 May 2026 (10 AM) |
| Apply Online End | 21 June 2026 (06 PM) (extended) |
| Age Calculated As On | 30 April 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip | 11 August 2026 |
| CIL Exam Date 2026 | 24 August 2026 |
| CIL MT Admit Card | 21 August 2026 |
| CIL MT Answer Key 2026 | 40 August 2026 |
Complete CIL Examination Schedule 2026
| Particular | Objective |
| Date of Examination | 24 August 2026 |
| Shift Timing | 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Reporting Time | 07:30 AM |
Coal India MT Vacancy Distribution 2026
| Category | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Posts | 278 | 61 | 94 | 45 | 169 | 660 |
Discipline-wise CIL MT Vacancies
| Discipline | Post Code | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | Total Vacancies | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 11 | 72 | 17 | 26 | 13 | 46 | 178 | 15 |
| Electrical Engineering | 12 | 91 | 22 | 33 | 16 | 59 | 221 | 16 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 13 | 61 | 14 | 21 | 10 | 39 | 145 | 7 |
| Systems (IT/CS) | 14 | 19 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 43 | 19 |
| Electronics & Telecom | 15 | 18 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 38 | 5 |
| Geology | 16 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 0 |
| Industrial Engineering | 17 | 4 | — | — | — | — | 11 | 0 |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | 18 | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Company Secretary | 19 | 3 | — | 1 | — | — | 4 | 1 |
| Total |
278 | 61 | 94 | 45 | 169 | 660 | 64 | |
Educational Requirements for CIL Management Trainees
| Post Code | Discipline | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Civil | Degree in a relevant Engineering branch with a minimum 60% marks |
| 12 | Electrical | Degree in a relevant Engineering branch with a minimum 60% marks |
| 13 | Mechanical | Degree in a relevant Engineering branch with a minimum 60% marks |
| 14 | Systems | Recognized 1st Class Degree in BE/ B.Tech/ B.Sc (Engg.) in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / I.T or any 1st Class Degree with MCA |
| 15 | Electronics & Telecommunication | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg) in a relevant branch of Engineering with a minimum 60% marks. |
| 16 | Geology | M.Sc. / M.Tech. in Geology or Applied Geology or Geophysics or Applied Geophysics with a minimum 60% marks |
| 17 | Industrial Engineering | Degree in a relevant Engineering branch with a minimum 60% marks |
| 18 | Rajbhasha (Hindi) | MA in Hindi with a minimum of 60% marks, and a graduation with Hindi and English as main subjects with 50% marks. |
| 19 | Company Secretary | Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/ Institute with having acquired Company Secretary qualification with Associate/ Fellow membership of ICSI. Preference would be given to those candidates who have worked in a listed Company. |
Eligibility Guidelines:
- Qualification Validity: Distance learning and online degrees are accepted strictly for non-technical disciplines only.
- Minimum Marks: General, OBC (NCL), and EWS applicants require 60%; SC, ST, and PwBD candidates require 55% aggregate in their qualifying degree.
- Final Year Candidates: Students in their final year (2025-26) are eligible provided results are declared by 31 August 2026.
Coal India Management Trainee Age Restrictions
| Name of Category | Age Relaxation | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR)/EWS | Nil | 30 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years | 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 years | 35 Years |
| J&K Domicile Candidates | 5 years | 35 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | As per extant Govt. of India guidelines | 56 Years |
| Departmental or Subsidiary Candidates of CIL | No upper age limit applicable | |
CIL MT 2026 Selection Procedure
The selection process for the CIL Management Trainee position follows a structured multi-stage format. Candidates must successfully navigate all required examination phases to qualify for final placement.
- Computer-Based Test
- Document Verification
Note: There will be no interview phase for the CIL Management Trainee selection 2026.
Coal India MT Examination Pattern 2026
| Parameter | Paper I | Paper II | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | General Awareness, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, & English | Professional / Discipline Knowledge | — |
| Questions | 100 MCQs | 100 MCQs | 200 MCQs |
| Max Marks | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Duration | — | — | 3 Hours |
| Negative Marking | No | No | None |
| Language | Bilingual (English & Hindi) | Bilingual | English version final |
Exam Structure Rules:
- Candidates must independently pass Paper I and Paper II.
- The test is conducted in a single 3-hour session with zero negative marking.
CIL MT Minimum Qualifying Standards
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 marks in each paper |
| OBC-NCL | 35 marks in each paper |
| SC / ST / PwD | 30 marks in each paper |
Access Detailed CIL MT Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 Here
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CIL Management Trainee Compensation Package
| Particulers | Salary Amount |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 60,000/- to Rs. 1,80,000/- |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 60,000/- |
| Grade | E1 |
| During the Training Period Basic | Rs. 60,000/- |
| Service Bond | 3 Lakhs |