WCL Vacancy 2026: Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has issued a recruitment notification for the posts of Mining Sirdar and Assistant Foreman (Trainee)/Electrical Supervisor. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 444 vacancies across WCL's underground and opencast mines located in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.
Interested candidates can apply online from July 20, 2026, to August 10, 2026. Selection will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Further details regarding the recruitment can be found in the official notification.
Who is eligible to apply?
For the post of Mining Sirdar, candidates must possess the necessary mining-related certificates. Candidates holding a diploma in Mining Engineering along with the relevant certificates are also eligible to apply. Prior experience in mine operations is mandatory for certain posts.
For the post of Assistant Foreman (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, candidates must hold a diploma in Electrical Engineering. Additionally, a valid government-issued certificate for supervising electrical work in mines is required.
Salary Details
Post | Starting Salary | Training/Probation Period | Subsequent Grade
Mining Sirdar | ₹47,330.25 per month | 6-month probation period | T&S Grade-C
Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical) / Electrical Supervisor | ₹47,330.25 per month | 2-year training period | T&S Grade-C
Application Fee
For the WCL Recruitment 2026, candidates belonging to the General, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and EWS categories are required to pay an application fee of ₹1,180. This amount comprises an application fee of ₹1,000 and GST of ₹180. However, candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Ex-Servicemen (ESM), and departmental candidates are exempt from paying any application fee; they can apply free of cost.
How will the selection take place?
Candidates for the WCL Recruitment 2026 will be selected through a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in the exam will undergo document scrutiny and verification. Subsequently, candidates will also have to undergo a medical examination. Final appointment will be granted to candidates who successfully clear all stages.
How to apply?
First, visit the official WCL website.
Go to the 'Recruitment' section and click on the 'Mining Sirdar / Assistant Foreman Recruitment 2026' link.
Register and fill in the required details.
Enter the personal, educational, and experience-related information requested in the application form.
Upload a passport-sized photograph, signature, and other necessary documents.
Pay the application fee online according to your category.
Thoroughly review all the information entered in the form.
Submit the application form and keep a printout for future reference.
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