Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), has announced WCL Recruitment 2026 for 444 vacancies in Technical & Supervisory (T&S) Grade-C posts. The recruitment is for Mining Sirdar and Assistant Foreman (Trainee) – Electrical Supervisor posts across mines located in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. The short notification has been released on 30 June 2026 vide Advertisement No. EN 14/36.
The detailed notification containing complete eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, exam pattern and syllabus will be published shortly on the official website westerncoal.in. Online applications will be accepted within 21 days from the commencement of the application process.
WCL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) |
| Parent Organisation | Coal India Limited |
| Ministry | Ministry of Coal, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | EN 14/36 |
| Post Names | Mining Sirdar (T&S Grade-C), Assistant Foreman (Trainee) – Electrical Supervisor |
| Total Vacancies | 444 Posts |
| Job Type | Regular Employment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Monthly Basic Pay | ₹47,330.25 (for both posts) |
| Official Website | westerncoal.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release | To Be Released on westerncoal.in |
| Online Application Start Date | To Be Announced |
| Last Date to Apply Online | Within 21 days from Application Opening |
| CBT Exam Date | To Be Announced |
WCL Vacancy 2026 Post-wise Breakup
| Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar (T&S Grade-C) | 220 |
| Assistant Foreman (Trainee) – Electrical Supervisor | 224 |
| Total | 444 |
WCL Vacancy 2026 Category-wise Breakup
Mining Sirdar – 220 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 101 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 22 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 24 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 38 |
| OBC-NCL (Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer) | 35 |
| Total | 220 |
| PwBD | NIL |
| Ex-Servicemen | 22 |
Assistant Foreman (Trainee) – Electrical Supervisor – 224 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 91 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 22 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 26 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 29 |
| OBC-NCL (Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer) | 56 |
| Total | 224 |
| PwBD | 09 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 22 |
WCL Eligibility Criteria 2026
The complete eligibility conditions will be available in the detailed notification. Based on the short notification, the basic requirements are as follows:
| Eligibility | Mining Sirdar | Assistant Foreman (Electrical Supervisor) |
|---|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen | Indian Citizen |
| Educational Qualification | As per detailed notification | As per detailed notification |
| Technical Qualification | Mining qualification with statutory certificates | Diploma / Degree in Electrical Engineering with statutory qualification |
| Age Limit | To be notified in detailed notification | To be notified in detailed notification |
| Experience | As prescribed in detailed notification | As prescribed in detailed notification |
| Medical Fitness | Mandatory | Mandatory |
⚠️ Candidates should apply only after the detailed notification is released and they have confirmed they meet all eligibility requirements mentioned therein.
WCL Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive an attractive pay package along with all allowances admissible under Coal India Limited rules.
| Post | Monthly Basic Pay |
|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar (T&S Grade-C) | ₹47,330.25 |
| Assistant Foreman (Trainee) – Electrical Supervisor | ₹47,330.25 |
In addition to the basic salary, employees are entitled to DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), Medical Facilities, Leave Benefits, Provident Fund and other allowances as applicable under Coal India Limited rules.
WCL Selection Process 2026
Selection will be conducted through a multi-stage process as follows:
| Stage | Process |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Online Application |
| Stage 2 | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification |
| Stage 4 | Medical Examination |
| Stage 5 | Final Appointment |
Only candidates qualifying each stage will be considered for the next stage and final selection.
How to Apply for WCL Recruitment 2026?
Once the online application window opens on westerncoal.in, candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official WCL website westerncoal.in.
- Navigate to the Recruitment section.
- Click on the link for WCL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online.
- Complete the registration process with a valid Email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form carefully with personal, educational and technical qualification details.
- Upload all required documents as per the prescribed specifications.
- Verify all entered details before submitting.
- Submit the application and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
⚠️ The application window will be open for 21 days only from the commencement date. Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Documents Required While Applying
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before filling out the online application:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational qualification certificates
- Technical qualification certificates (with statutory certificates)
- Valid photo identity proof
- Category certificate — SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS (if applicable) in prescribed Govt. format
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificate (if required)
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Short Notification PDF (EN 14/36) | Click Here (westerncoal.in) |
| Apply Online (when active) | Click Here (westerncoal.in) |
| Official Website | westerncoal.in |
FAQs – WCL Recruitment 2026
A total of 444 vacancies have been announced – Mining Sirdar (220 posts) and Assistant Foreman (Trainee) – Electrical Supervisor (224 posts) in T&S Grade-C.
The last date to apply will be within 21 days from the commencement of the online application process. The exact dates will be announced in the detailed notification on westerncoal.in.
