Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has launched a significant recruitment drive for Technician posts in 2025. With 200 vacancies announced, this initiative targets candidates with technical qualifications in Fitter, Electrician, and Welder trades.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive offers 200 technician posts, distributed across different trades and categories. The breakdown is as follows:
| Post Name | Category | Excavation | Electrical & Mechanical | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Fitter (Trainee) | Cat. III | 66 | 29 | 95 |
| Technician Electrician (Trainee) | Cat. III | 14 | 81 | 95 |
| Technician Welder (Trainee) | Cat. II | 10 | – | 10 |
| Total | 90 | 110 | 200 |
This distribution includes 6 backlog vacancies, ensuring inclusivity in the recruitment process.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for NCL CIL Technician Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Age Limit (as on 10/05/2025):
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 30 years
- Relaxations:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC-NCL: 3 years
- PwBD UR: 10 years
- PwBD OBC-NCL: 13 years
- PwBD SC/ST: 15 years
- ESM (Ex-Servicemen): Actual service period + 3 years
- Departmental Candidates: No upper age limit
- Educational Qualification:
- 10th pass from a recognized board.
- Completion of a 2-year ITI course in the relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, or Welder) with a Trade certificate.
- Possession of a 1-year Apprenticeship Training Certificate (NCVT/SCVT).
These requirements ensure candidates have the necessary technical foundation for the roles.
Application Process
The application process is entirely online, and candidates must apply within the specified timeline:
- Application Start Date: April 17, 2025
- Application Last Date: May 10, 2025 (11:59 pm)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: May 10, 2025
To apply, visit the official NCL website NCL or use the direct application link: Apply Online. The steps include registration, filling out the form, uploading documents, paying the fee (if applicable), and submitting the application. A printout of the submitted form is recommended for future reference.
Application Fee
The application fee structure is as follows:
- General/OBC-NCL/EWS: Rs. 1180/- (comprising Rs. 1000 + GST Rs. 180)
- SC/ST/ESM/PwBD/Departmental Candidates: Nil
This fee waiver for certain categories ensures accessibility for disadvantaged groups.
Selection Process
The selection process comprises two stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT):
- Structure:
- Section I: Technical (70 questions, 70 marks)
- Section II: General Knowledge, Awareness, Reasoning, Verbal & Mental Ability, Quantitative Aptitude (30 questions, 30 marks)
- Total: 100 questions, 100 marks, duration of 90 minutes
- Marking: No negative marking, making it candidate-friendly.
- Structure:
- Document Verification:
- Candidates who qualify in the CBT will undergo document verification to confirm eligibility and credentials.
This process ensures a fair and merit-based selection.
Training and Salary
Successful candidates will undergo a 1-year training period, during which they will receive a daily wage of Rs. 1536.50 to Rs. 1583.32. Post-training, they will be upgraded to the following grades:
- Technician Fitter: Excavation D
- Technician Electrician: Cat. IV
This structure provides a clear career progression path, incentivizing candidates to perform well during training.
Important Dates
To ensure timely application, candidates should note the following dates:
- Application Start Date: April 17, 2025
- Application Last Date: May 10, 2025 (11:59 pm)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: May 10, 2025
- Exam Date: To be Announced
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates on the exam date and other notifications.
Official Notification
For detailed information, candidates can refer to the official notification PDF available at NCL Technician Recruitment 2025 Notification. This document contains all the fine print, including additional guidelines and instructions.
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