South Eastern Coalfields Limited has released a large technical recruitment for Grade C posts across its mines and establishments. The notification covers Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor and Assistant Foreman (Electrical) posts, with a total of 1055 vacancies. The official recruitment notice was issued on 8 April 2026, and the online application process started on 15 April 2026.

This is a specialized recruitment. The minimum academic base starts from matriculation, but eligibility does not stop there. Each post also carries technical or statutory requirements such as Mining Sirdarship Certificate, Surveyor's Certificate of Competency, Gas Testing Certificate, First Aid Certificate, or a recognized diploma in Electrical Engineering depending on the post.

For most candidates, the practical questions are straightforward: which post fits their qualification, what the vacancy breakup looks like, what age limit applies, how much fee has to be paid, what salary is offered, and whether the recruitment will be through CBT or another process. The sections below are organized around those questions so you can quickly decide whether you are actually eligible before filling the form.

What this SECL recruitment covers

SECL has opened recruitment for three technical and supervisory posts in Grade C: Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor and Assistant Foreman (Electrical). These are operational posts linked to mining and electrical work in SECL mines and establishments, so the eligibility standards are tied to statutory mining certificates and technical qualifications rather than general academic degrees.

The recruitment is being run through SECL's official portal. Candidates should treat the official PDF as the primary source because the eligibility conditions are certificate-specific and can affect rejection at the verification stage.

Important dates

EventDate
Notification release date8 April 2026
Online application start date15 April 2026
Last date to apply online14 May 2026
Last date for fee payment14 May 2026
CBT dateNot yet announced
Admit cardTo be notified later

If you are planning to apply, do not wait for the exam date announcement first. The application window closes on 14 May 2026, and missing the form deadline will end your chance to participate.

Post-wise vacancy breakup

Post NameVacancies
Mining Sirdar T&S Grade C577
Deputy Surveyor T&S Grade C (Mining)43
Assistant Foreman (Electrical) T&S Grade C435
Total1055

The largest share of vacancies is for Mining Sirdar, followed by Assistant Foreman (Electrical). Candidates should apply only for the post that matches their exact qualification and statutory certificate profile.

Post-wise eligibility and qualification

The minimum academic base for all three posts starts with matriculation or equivalent, but the actual eligibility differs substantially post by post.

PostMinimum qualification and technical requirement
Mining SirdarMatriculate or equivalent, along with either diploma or degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent approved qualification, plus valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate of Competency, valid Gas Testing Certificate, and valid First Aid Certificate
Deputy SurveyorMatriculate or equivalent, or degree or diploma in Mining or Mine Surveying Engineering, along with Surveyor's Certificate of Competency granted under Coal Mines Regulations or equivalent certificate permitting work as surveyor in mines
Assistant Foreman (Electrical)Matriculate or equivalent and diploma or higher qualification in Electrical Engineering with minimum 3-year course from a recognized institute

If you do not have the required certificate of competency or the exact technical qualification for the post, filing the form is risky because those requirements are core eligibility conditions, not optional preferences.

Age limit and relaxation

The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 30 years as on 8 April 2026. Candidates from reserved categories can claim relaxation only as per the rules mentioned in the official notice.

Because this is a statutory and technical recruitment, candidates should be especially careful about the cutoff date. Even a small age mismatch on the crucial date can lead to rejection later during document verification.

  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Maximum age: 30 years
  • Age calculation date: 8 April 2026
  • Reserved category relaxation: as per applicable rules in the official notification

Application fee and pay scale

ItemDetails
Application fee for UR, OBC and EWSRs. 1180
Fee for SC, ST, PwBD and other exempt categories mentioned in the noticeNil
Basic payRs. 47,330.25 per month
GradeTechnical and Supervisory Grade C

The fee is to be paid online. Before submitting the form, candidates should confirm whether they fall under an exempt category exactly as described in the official notice. Do not assume exemption based on informal summaries alone.

The recruitment summaries available publicly indicate a common starting basic pay for all three notified posts in Grade C. Other admissible elements, if any, will follow company rules and the applicable wage framework.

Selection process and what is confirmed so far

The recruitment is being treated as a Computer Based Test based process. Public recruitment summaries and SECL's recruitment procedure references also indicate that document verification and medical fitness formalities may follow for candidates who qualify the recruitment stages.

At the time of preparing this article, detailed exam schedule information such as exact CBT date and admit card release date is not yet announced in the sources reviewed. Candidates should therefore keep checking the official SECL recruitment pages after submitting the form.

  • Primary selection stage: Computer Based Test
  • Further stages: document verification and other appointment formalities as applicable
  • Admit card: not yet announced
  • Exam date: not yet announced

How to apply online

  1. Visit the official SECL website and open the jobs or recruitment section.
  2. Find the notification for Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor and Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Grade C posts.
  3. Read the official notice fully before starting the form.
  4. Register with valid contact details if a fresh registration step is required.
  5. Fill in personal, educational and post-specific technical details carefully.
  6. Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
  7. Pay the fee online if applicable.
  8. Submit the application and keep a copy of the final form and payment receipt.

The most common reason for trouble in technical recruitments is not typing mistakes but uploading the wrong certificate, incomplete qualification details, or applying for a post without the exact competency certificate. Check those details twice before final submission.

Documents and certificates you should keep ready

Before starting the form, keep all major identity, education and competency documents scanned and ready. This recruitment depends heavily on documentary proof of statutory eligibility.

  • Matriculation or equivalent certificate
  • Diploma or degree certificate in the relevant discipline, where applicable
  • Valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate of Competency for Mining Sirdar applicants
  • Valid Gas Testing Certificate and First Aid Certificate for Mining Sirdar applicants
  • Surveyor's Certificate of Competency for Deputy Surveyor applicants
  • Electrical Engineering diploma or higher qualification certificate for Assistant Foreman applicants
  • Caste, EWS, PwBD or other reservation certificate, if applicable
  • Photograph and signature in the required format
  • Identity proof and date of birth proof

If any statutory certificate is expired, unclear, or not in the required category, resolve that issue before assuming you are eligible.

What candidates should keep in mind before applying

This is not a broad clerical or general non-technical vacancy. The recruitment is tightly tied to mining and electrical operational posts. That means the right certificate matters as much as the basic qualification.

You should also keep three practical points in mind:

  • Apply only for the post that exactly matches your qualification and statutory certificate set.
  • Do not rely on unofficial exam pattern claims unless SECL publishes them on its own website.
  • Monitor the official portal after form submission for CBT, admit card, correction, and result updates.

If your main doubt is whether diploma or certificate requirements are interchangeable, treat the official notification wording as final. In this recruitment, equivalent qualification claims are likely to be checked closely.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for SECL Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply online is 14 May 2026.

How many vacancies are there in SECL Recruitment 2026?

There are 1055 vacancies in total.

What are the post-wise vacancies in SECL Recruitment 2026?

The vacancy breakup is 577 for Mining Sirdar, 43 for Deputy Surveyor and 435 for Assistant Foreman (Electrical).

What is the age limit for SECL Grade C posts in 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on 8 April 2026, with relaxation for eligible reserved categories as per the official rules.

What is the application fee for SECL Recruitment 2026?

UR, OBC and EWS candidates have to pay Rs. 1180. Eligible exempt categories mentioned in the notice do not have to pay the fee.

What is the salary for Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor and Assistant Foreman posts in SECL?

The basic pay reported for these Grade C posts is Rs. 47,330.25 per month.

Is there a written exam in SECL Recruitment 2026?

Yes. The recruitment is being treated as a Computer Based Test based process. Further verification and appointment formalities are expected after the test.

Can a general 10th pass candidate apply for all SECL posts in this recruitment?

No. A 10th pass certificate alone is not enough. Each post also requires specific technical or statutory qualifications such as diploma, Mining Sirdarship Certificate, Surveyor's Certificate of Competency, Gas Testing Certificate, or other post-specific eligibility.


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