Overview
Coal India Limited (CIL) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Management Trainee (MT) (Advertisement No. 03/2026) for a total of 660 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 24 August 2026. Job location: All India.
Particulars Details Conducting Body Coal India Limited (CIL) Number 03/2026 Post Management Trainee (MT) Total Vacancies 660 Exam Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT) CIL MT CBT Exam Date 24th August 2026 Shift Timing 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon City Intimation Slip Release 11th August 2026 Admit Card Release Date 21st August 2026 Candidates Registered 1,29,870 Official Website coalindia.in Note: One source table listed the exam "Stream" as Electrical, while the same report's registration figures cover Civil, Mechanical, and System disciplines only. This appears to be an inconsistency in the source reporting rather than a confirmed additional discipline, so it should not be treated as confirmed. Candidates should verify their own applied discipline and exam date via their individual city intimation slip/admit card.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Coal India Limited (CIL) |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (MT) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 660 |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Start Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT) | CIL MT CBT Exam Date |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://coalindia.in/ |
| Source Name | coalindia.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 2026-08-16 |
Vacancy Details
660 posts
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
This appears to be an inconsistency in the source reporting rather than a confirmed additional discipline, so it should not be treated as confirmed.
Selection Process
Computer-Based Test (CBT) | CIL MT CBT Exam Date
The CIL MT 2026 exam will be conducted as a Computer-Based Test with two papers of 100 questions each (200 questions in total). Each correct answer carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. Paper Subjects Covered Number of Questions Maximum Marks Paper I General Knowledge/Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and General English 100 100 Paper II Professional Knowledge (specific to the discipline applied for) 100 100 Total - 200 200 Selection details beyond the CBT, such as document verification or medical examination stages, should be confirmed from the official Advt. No. 03/2026 notification, as this article focuses specifically on the exam date and schedule.
Important Dates
Admit Card Release Date: 21 August 2026 | CIL MT CBT Exam Date: 24 August 2026 | Online Application Start Date: 12 May 2026
A total of 1,29,870 candidates registered for the CIL MT Recruitment 2026 across the disciplines reported so far: Discipline Candidates Registered Civil 48,414 Mechanical 38,778 System 42,678 Total 1,29,870 The discipline-wise vacancy break-up out of the total 660 posts is Not Available Officially in the exam-date notice. As per cross-verified reporting, the System discipline alone carries 43 vacancies; the vacancy split for Civil and Mechanical disciplines is Not Yet Announced separately. Candidates should refer to the original Advt. No. 03/2026 notification on coalindia.in for the confirmed discipline-wise and category-wise vacancy break-up.
- Online Application Start Date: 12 May 2026
- Application Last Date: 24 August 2026
- Examination Date: 24 August 2026
How to Apply
Apply online through https://coalindia.in/
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official Website | https://coalindia.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_notification_link and official_website_link) |
| coalindia.in | https://www.coalindia.in/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Check Here | https://cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/1258/97495/Index.html | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | exam_date |
| official_website_link | https://coalindia.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 2026-08-16 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 2026-08-16
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Management Trainee (MT)?
The last date for submitting applications for Management Trainee (MT) is 24 August 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How many vacancies are announced for Management Trainee (MT)?
A total of 660 vacancies have been notified for Management Trainee (MT) by Coal India Limited (CIL). Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
What is the educational qualification required for Management Trainee (MT)?
The required educational qualification is: This appears to be an inconsistency in the source reporting rather than a confirmed additional discipline, so it should not be treated as confirmed.. Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the selection process for Management Trainee (MT)?
The selection procedure involves: Computer-Based Test (CBT) | CIL MT CBT Exam Date. Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
How can candidates apply for Management Trainee (MT)?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://coalindia.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.