SECL Recruitment 2026 –South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), Mini Ratna subsidiary of Coal India Ltd, released Employment Notification SECL/HRMP/Recruitment/2026/166 dated 08.04.2026 for 1055 tentative vacancies: Mining Sirdar (577), Dy. Surveyor (43), Assistant Foreman Electrical (435) across Chhattisgarh mines.
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Latest Top Updates – South Eastern Coalfields Limited 2026
| Name of Latest Top Update | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | SECL Various Posts Recruitment 2026 |
| Application Status | Online Active |
| Application Start Date | 15/04/2026 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14/05/2026 11:59 PM |
| Total Vacancies | 1055 Posts |
| Eligibility Snapshot | Matric/Diploma Mining/Electrical + Competency Certs |
| Application Fee | UR/OBC/EWS: Rs.1180; SC/ST/ESM/PwBD: Nil |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) Only |
| Training Commencement | Post Medical Fitness & Verification |
Table of Contents
SECL Recruitment 2026 – Notification SECL/HRMP/Recruitment/2026/166
SECL Recruitment 2026: Important Dates & Application Fee
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Application Start –15 / 04 / 202610:00 AM | UR/OBC-NCL/EWS: Rs.1180 (incl GST) |
| Last Date to Apply – 14 / 05 / 2026 11:59 PM | SC/ST/ESM/PwBD: Nil |
| Admit Card: To be notified | Mode: Online (Debit/Credit/Net Banking) |
| CBT Date: To be notified | Refund: No |
SECL Recruitment 2026: Age Limit & Eligibility Details
| Age Limit | Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Min Age: 18 years | Mining Sirdar: Matric + Mining Dip/Deg + DGMS Cert + Gas Test + First Aid |
| Max Age: 30 years | Dy Surveyor: Matric/Dip Surveying + SCC |
| Cut-off: 08.04.2026 | Asst Foreman Elect: Matric + 3-yr Elect Dip |
| Relaxations: SC/ST:5yr; OBC:3yr; PwBD/ESM as per rules | Notes: No distance/PT mode; valid certs mandatory |
SECL Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| Post Name | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | EWS | UR | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar TS Gr-C | 110 | 86 | 98 | 58 | 225 | 577 |
| Dy Surveyor TS Gr-C | 8 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 18 | 43 |
| Asst Foreman Elect Gr-C (17 PwBD horizontal) | 83 | 61 | 74 | 43 | 174 | 435 |
| Total Vacancies | 1055 |
SECL Recruitment 2026: How to Apply Online & Required Documents
| How to Apply | Required Documents |
|---|---|
| 1. Login https://secl-cil.in > Career > Apply 2. Select notification language 3. Register details > Submit 4. Login with ID/Pass 5. Fill form sections 6. Upload photo/sig 7. Education/qual certs 8. Reservation certs 9. Competency/Gas/FA 10. Preview & edit 11. Pay fee 12. Final submit 13. Print form 14. Track updates 15. No hardcopy send | Photo: Recent passport jpg Sig: Black ink jpg Matric/Diploma: jpg/PDF Caste/EWS/PwBD/ESM: PDF valid Competency (Sirdar/Surveyor): PDF Gas Test/First Aid (Sirdar): PDF ID Proof: Later for DV |
SECL Recruitment 2026: Selection Process & Pay Scale
| Selection Process | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| CBT: 100 MCQs (80 Tech + 20 GA/Apt/CIL) Qualifying: UR/EWS 45, OBC 40, SC/ST 35 Merit: CBT score order Verification: Docs original Medical: Mines fitness | Basic Pay: Rs.47,330.25 Allowances: DA, HRA, Bonus Gross Est: Rs.60k+ Benefits: Promotion, Pension |
SECL Recruitment 2026: Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Exam Pattern | Detailed Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Total: 100 MCQs/100 Marks, No Negative | Mining Sirdar (80 Tech Qs): Mining Methods (OC/UG), Ventilation/Gas Detection, Roof Support/Strata Control, Blasting/Explosives (CMR 2017), Machinery (LHD, SDL), Safety Rules, First Aid Procedures, Survey Basics, Rescue Ops |
| Sec A – Technical: 80 Qs (Post-specific weightage) | Dy Surveyor (80 Tech Qs): Leveling/Theodolite/Total Station, Traverse Adjustment/Errors, Underground Survey (Chain/Tape), Dumpers/Coal Sampling, Correlation Methods, Mine Plans/Sections, GPS/DGPS in Mines, Ventilation Survey |
| Sec B – GA/Apt/CIL: 20 Qs | Asst Foreman Electrical (80 Tech Qs): Electrical Circuits/Theorems, Motors/Generators/Transformers, Mine Lighting/Power Distribution, HT/LT Switchgear, Earthing/Overload Protection, Safety (CEA Rules 2010), Cables/Wiring, Testing Instruments |
| Duration/Medium: ~90-120 min; Eng/Hindi | Common GA/Apt (20 Qs): Arithmetic (Profit/Loss, SI/CI, Time/Work, Speed/Distance, Ratio), Reasoning (Series, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles), Current Affairs (6 months national/mining), CIL/SECL History (5 decades, Mini Ratna), Coal Grades/Production, Chhattisgarh/MP GK (mines/coalfields) |
| Cut-off/Tie: UR 45 etc.; Age > Cert Date > Name | Prep Tips: 70% tech from DGMS/CMR; Practice 5-10 mocks; Focus cert-related (Gas Testing for Sirdar); GA via monthly PDFs |
| Changes: No interview (CIL circular); Provisional merit | Weightage: Tech 80% (high on safety/laws); GA 20% (basic PSU level) |
Important Useful Links for Apply Online, Download Notification
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| IMPORTANT LINKS | CLICK HERE FOR DIRECT LINKS |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply Online Link | CLICK HERE |
| 2. Download Notification PDF | CLICK HERE |
| 3. Official Website Link | CLICK HERE |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date for SECL Mining Sirdar 2026 application?
A: Last date is 14/05/2026 11:59 PM; starts 15/04/2026. Check official site for extensions.
Q2: Is Gas Testing certificate required for all SECL 2026 posts?
A: Only for Mining Sirdar (OC/UG valid); Dy Surveyor needs SCC, Foreman needs Electrical Diploma.
Q3: What is SECL 2026 CBT qualifying marks?
A: UR/EWS: 45, OBC/ESM: 40, SC/ST: 35 out of 100. No negative marking.
Q4: Can Diploma holders apply for multiple SECL posts 2026?
A: Yes, if eligible separately; apply once per post via one form. Higher quals allowed.
Q5: SECL age relaxation for OBC in 2026 recruitment?
A: 3 years for OBC-NCL (Centre list, non-creamy); cert valid as on 08.04.2026.
Note: Applicants are strongly advised to carefully verify all details such as important dates, eligibility criteria, application fee, age limit, number of vacancies, experience requirements, and selection process from the official notification and official website before applying. Candidates must submit their applications only through the official website using the direct login link provided by the recruiting authority.
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