Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) Recruitment
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) is a coal producer (mining and processing) company established in November 1975 after the nationalization of coal mines in India. Headquartered in the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, it is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), a Government of India owned enterprise. It operates the coal mines of Singrauli Coalfield spread over Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh and Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh states of India.
Being a major contributor to the energy requirements of the nation, NCL undertakes massive recruitment for the smooth running of its operations. Consultant, Operator, Trade Apprentice, Technician, Nurse, General Duty Medical Officer etc are some of the famous job profile names for which they are always notified for recruitment by NCL. We are going to discuss these NCL career profiles one by one below.
Top Level Posts
1. Chairman and Managing Director
Persons holding the positions of Chairman and Managing Director are the chief executive of the corporation and are accountable to the board of directors and the government/shareholders. He/She is responsible for the efficient functioning of the corporation to achieve its corporate objectives and performance standards.
Candidates should have the following qualifications for selection for these posts:
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Age Limit: | Minimum age limit 45 years and age of superannuation 60 years |
| Employment Status | On the date of interview, the candidate must be employed in a regular capacity – and not in a contractual/ad-hoc capacity – in one of the followings:- (a) Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) (including a full-time functional Director in the Board of a CPSE); (b) Central Government including the Armed Forces of the Union and All India Services; © State Public Sector Enterprise (SPSE) where the annual turnover is Rs 1000 crore or more; (d) Private Sector in a company where the annual turnover is Rs 1000 crore or more. |
| Educational Qualifications | The applicant should be a graduate with a good academic record from a recognised university or institution. Applicants with Technical or MBA qualifications will have an added advantage |
| Experience | Applicants should possess adequate experience at a senior level of management in an organisation of repute. Applicants with experience in Finance or Marketing or Production will have added advantages. Experience in the Coal or Mining sector is desirable. |
| Pay Scale | (a) Central Public Sector Enterprises- Eligible Scale of Pay (i) Rs. 7250-8250 (IDA) Pre 01/01/1992 (ii) Rs. 9500-11500 (IDA) Post 01/01/1992 (iii) Rs. 20500-26500 (IDA) Post 01/01/1997 (iv) Rs. 51300-73000 (IDA) Post 01/01/2007 (v) Rs. 120000-280000 (IDA) Post 01.01.2017 (vi) Rs. 18400-22400 (CDA) Pre-revised post 01.01.1996 (vii) Rs. 37400-67000 + GP 10000 (CDA) post 01.01.2006 (viii) Rs. 144200-218200 (Level 14) CDA post 01.01.2016 The minimum length of service required in the eligible scale will be one year for internal candidates, and two years for others as on the date of the vacancy. (b) (i) Applicants from Central Government / All India Services should be holding a post of the level of Joint Secretary in the Government of India or carrying an equivalent scale of pay on the date of application. (ii) Applicants from the Armed forces of the Union should be holding a post of the level of Major General in the Army or equivalent rank in Navy/Air Force on the date of application. © Applicants from State Public Sector Enterprises/ Private Sector should be working at Board level position on the date of application. |
Application Process
Applicants should submit their applications online only as per the format.
1. The applicants should submit their applications through the proper channel as follows:
(a) Government Officers, including those of the Armed Forces of the Union and All India Services: through Cadre Controlling authority.
(b) CMDs/MDs/Functional Directors in CPSE: through the concerned Administrative Ministry.
© Below Board level in CPSE: through the concerned CPSE.
(d) CMDs/MDs/Functional Directors in State PSE: through the concerned Administrative Secretary and Cadre Controlling Authority, if any, of the State Government.
(e) Private Sector: directly to the PESB
2. Applicants from Private Sector must submit the following documents along with the application form:
(a) Annual Reports of the Company for the last 3 years preceding the calendar year in which the post was advertised (please provide URL or attach/enclose);
(b) Whether the company is listed or not; if yes, the documentary proof (please provide URL or attach/enclose);
© Evidence of working at the Board level;
(d) Self-attested copies of documents in support of age and qualifications;
(e) The relevant Jobs handled in the past with details.
Selection Process
After scrutiny of applications if the eligibility is the same as per the posts of CMD then applicants are asked to appear for an interview. If a candidate is found suitable for the post then he/she is selected as CMD of NCL. After selection, the pay scale of the candidate will be between Rs 180000 to Rs 320000.
2. Director
Director is a member of the Board of Directors and reports to the Chairman and Managing Director. He/She is overall in charge of their allotted department like Personnel, Technical, Finance, etc., in the organisation.
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Age Limit: | Minimum age limit 40 years and age of superannuation 60 years |
| Employment Status | On the date of the interview, the candidate must be employed in a regular capacity – and not in a contractual/ad-hoc capacity – in one of the followings:- (a) Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) (including a full-time functional director in the Board of a CPSE); (b) Central Government including the Armed Forces of the Union and All India Services; © State Public Sector Enterprise (SPSE) where the annual turnover is Rs 1000 crore or more; (d) Private sector in a company where the annual turnover is Rs 1,000 crore or more. |
| Educational Qualifications | The applicant should be a graduate with a good academic record from a recognised university or institute. Applicants with Technical or MBA qualifications will have an added advantage |
| Experience | The applicant should possess at least five years of cumulative experience during the last ten years in various aspects of their concerned Areas like HR or Personnel Management or Industrial Relations in an organisation of repute. |
| Pay Scale | (a) Central Public Sector Enterprises Eligible Scale of Pay (i) Rs. 6250-7475 (IDA) Pre 01/01/1992 (ii) Rs. 8520-10050 (IDA) Post 01/01/1992 (iii) Rs. 18500-23900 (IDA) Post 01/01/1997(iv) Rs. 43200-66000 (IDA) Post 01/01/2007 (v) Rs. 100000-260000 (IDA) Post 01.01.2017 (vi) Rs. 14300-18300 (CDA) Pre-revised (vii) Rs. 37400-67000 + GP 8700 (CDA) (viii) Rs. 123100-215900 (Level 13) CDA The minimum length of service required in the eligible scale will be one year for internal candidates, and two years for others as on the date of the vacancy. (b) (i) Applicants from Central Government / All India Services should be holding a post of the level of Director in the Government of India or carrying an equivalent scale of pay on the date of application. (ii) Applicants from the Armed forces of the Union should be holding a post of the level of Brigadier in the Army or equivalent rank in Navy/Air Force on the date of application. © Applicants from State Public Sector Enterprises/ Private Sector should be working at a Board level position or at least a post of the level immediately below the Board level on the date of application. |
Application Process
Applicants should submit their applications online only as per the format.
1. The applicants should submit their applications through the proper channel as follows:
(a) Government Officers, including those of the Armed Forces of the Union and All India Services: through Cadre Controlling authority.
(b) CMDs/MDs/Functional Directors in CPSE: through the concerned Administrative Ministry.
© Below Board level in CPSE: through the concerned CPSE.
(d) CMDs/MDs/Functional Directors in State PSE: through the concerned Administrative Secretary and Cadre Controlling Authority, if any, of the State Government.
(e) Private Sector: directly to the PESB
2. Applicants from Private Sector must submit the following documents along with the application form:
(a) Annual Reports of the Company for the last 3 years preceding the calendar year in which the post was advertised (please provide URL or attach/enclose);
(b) Whether the company is listed or not; if yes, the documentary proof (please provide URL or attach/enclose);
© Evidence of working at the Board level;
(d) Self-attested copies of documents in support of age and qualifications;
(e) The relevant Jobs handled in the past with details.
Selection Process
After scrutiny of applications if the eligibility is the same as per the posts of CMD then applicants are asked to appear for an interview. If a candidate is found suitable for the post then he/she is selected as CMD of NCL. After selection, the pay scale of the candidate will be between Rs 160000 to Rs 290000.
03. Advisor
This post can be advertised with a job profile as Senior Advisor, Junior Advisor or Advisor for which Retired/Retiring CMDs or Directors are selected from CIL or its Subsidiaries, Autonomous Organization of Central/State Government, PSUs for a fixed tenure.
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Age Limit: | Not more than 65 years during the Contract period. |
| Employment Status | retired executives of their concerned discipline of E8/E9 grade from CIL & its subsidiaries, PSUs/autonomous organizations of Central/State governments |
| Educational Qualifications | The applicant should be a graduate of any discipline. |
| Experience | The applicant should possess at least 10 years of Work experience in their related discipline at a subsidiary headquarters/Corporate office including the Area/Project of a Coal Mining CPSU/PSU. |
Application Process
Interested candidates fulfilling the above criteria may submit their resume along with the following (self-attested) documents:
a. Proof of Age (Matriculation Certificate).
b. Superannuation Notice.
c. Certificates of Qualification.
d. Details of Experience & Promotion.
e. Certificate of the scale of pay.
These documents along with the Application Format must reach in the NCL office by Registered post/ Speed Post or through email before the date mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process
After scrutiny of applications if the eligibility is the same as per the posts of CMD then applicants are asked to appear for an interview. If a candidate is found suitable for the post then he/she is selected as CMD of NCL. After selection, the pay scale of the candidate will be between Rs 105000 to Rs 120000.
4. Manager
Manager positions, like the post of Advisor, are notified (and exist depending on roles and responsibilities) as General Manager, Chief Manager, Senior Manager, Manager, Deputy Manager and Assistant Manager. As the name suggests, this post is the responsibility of the management of the company.
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Age Limit: | Minimum 18 to maximum 55 based on the grade of the post |
| Educational Qualifications | Essential: Acquired Company Secretary Qualification with Associate/Fellow membership of ICSI along with a Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute. Desirable: Full-time UG/PG Degree in Law OR Chartered Accountant. |
| Post Qualification Experience | a. For candidates from PSEs/Govt/ Sector Grade Min. No. of Years E8 17 years E7 15 years E6 13 years The applications of a candidate from PSEs/Government Sector will be considered for a particular grade only if the candidate has a minimum of two years experience(residency period) in the immediate lower grade. In case of Selection in the parallel grade, the Grade Seniority and the Basic Pay would be protected. b. For candidates from Private Sector Grade Min. No. of Years E8 19 years E7 17 years E6 15 years The applications of candidates from the Private Sector will be considered only if:- The candidates have the required years of relevant post qualification experience in the organization having a net worth of minimum ₹. 500 crores with an average annual turnover of ₹. 1,000 crores or more (to be ascertained based on its audited Balance Sheet along with details of Equity Share Capital and details of other equity and Profit/Loss account for immediate past 3 years of last 3 FYs) c. Candidates applying for E7/E8 grades should have at least 03 years of experience in a listed company out of his/her last 07 years. |
| Nature of Experience | Relevant post qualification experience means relevant work experience in a Company Secretarial set-up with good understanding & knowledge of Companies Act, Rules and Regulations, SCRA, SEBI, Competition Act, FEMA Act, Listing requirements, maintenance of statutory books/ registers/ records/ etc., Memorandum and Articles of Association. It also includes having good knowledge of the process, procedures and formalities of Public issue/ Right issue/ Bonus issue/ Split/ allotment of shares & certificates thereon/ listing of shares/ dividend payment/monitoring activities of share transfer agents regarding share transfer/ Demat/ etc. |
Application Process
- Eligible applicants have to submit their Application (Hard Copy) in the Format which may be downloaded from the WebSite of Coal India Limited and send through speed post to the General Manager (Personnel/Recruitment) before the date mentioned in the notification.
- Applicants must invariably super scribe the Post and Grade applied.
- Application is to be submitted along with 2 self-attested recent passport photographs (with the full name written on the backside for identification) and also self-attested copies of documents/certificates in support of claim regarding age, qualification, experience etc.,
- Non- attachment of required documents as per application format will be treated as an incomplete application and will be rejected forthright.
- It is mandatory to fill all the relevant information such as qualification details, experience details, percentage of marks, email address, contact mobile number, address for correspondence, Aadhar card number/Pan Number/ Bank Account Details (Name of the Bank, Account Number, IFSC Code, MICR Code.) etc.
- The applicant should affix her/his one passport photograph in 4.4 cm x 5.8 cm dimensions on the application in the space provided. The Second one should be attached with it and not pasted.
- In case of variation of Name/ surname/name, spelling mentioned in the Application cum Bio-data with that of educational/ professional qualification certificates/caste certificates the applicant should submit certificates from SDM or equivalent competent Authority, failing which the application will be liable to be cancelled.
- Applicant is requested to enter her/his active email address and mobile phone number which should be valid at least till the interviews are held as all-important communications will be sent to this email id and Mobile number.
- Candidates who are working in the Public/Govt Sector should forward their Applications through a proper channel clearly indicating their present grade and present scale of pay separately or NOC should be submitted at the time of interview failing which their candidature will be rejected.
- Management will not take any responsibility for any delay in receipt or loss in postal transit for any application or communication.
Selection Process
Selection will be on the basis of Qualification, Relevant Post qualification experience and Personal Interview. After selection, the pay scale of the candidate will be between Rs 105000 to Rs 120000.
For the posts of Chairman and Managing Director and Directors (of Different Disciplines), Public Enterprises Selection Board of the Department of Personnel Training, Government of India recruits while for the posts of Advisors and Managers (Company Secretaries) the parent organisation of NCL i.e., Coal India Limited (CIL) recruits the candidates.
Now we are going to the post for which NCL itself recruits.
Mid Level Posts
5. Accountant and Cost Accountant, Overseer, Amin and Junior Chemist
The minimum qualifications required for regular appointment to the positions of Accountant/Cost Accountant Tech Grade-A, Overseer Grade-C, Amin Grade D and Junior Chemist T & S Grade-D
Are mentioned below:
Eligibility Criteria
(i) Age
Candidate(s) must have attained the minimum age of 18 years on the Crucial date and the age limit not exceed 30 years on the crucial date 3. However, relaxation in the upper age limit of 30 years for claiming Age relaxation is as follows, if any — As per Govt norms.
(ii) EducationalQualification
| S N | Posts | Details |
|---|
| 1 | Accountant / Cost Accountant | a) Matriculate or equivalent examination passed from any recognized Board of examination. b) Intermediate Examination of ICWA or CA. |
| 2 | Overseer | a) Should have passed the Matriculation or equivalent examination. b) Should possess a recognized Diploma in Civil Engineering (03 years course). |
| 3 | Amin | a) Matriculate or equivalent examination passed from any recognized Board of examination. b) Amanat examination certificate or Surveyorship Certificate from I.T.I/ equivalent recognized certificate in Surveyorship. c) 2 years experience as Amin under State Govt. or any local authority |
| 4 | Junior Chemist | a) Matriculate or equivalent examination passed from any recognized Board of examination. b) Graduate in Science with Chemistry. |
Application Process
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online only through the official website of Northern Coalfields Limited. Upon successful payment of the prescribed fee and submission of the online application form, the system generated Registration/ Acknowledgement Slip will appear on the computer screen. Candidates must print out it for future correspondence.
Selection Process
Selection for the Accountant and Cost Accountant, Overseer, Amin and Junior Chemist Posts will be based on a candidate’s relative score in the Written Test. The Written test will comprise objective type questions with 04 choices of answers and there will be no negative marking for any wrong answer. A question booklet (in Hindi/English) will be provided along with a separate OMR sheet, at the start of the written examination. Instructions (Bilingual) for candidates will be given on the question booklet as well as on the OMR sheet.
The test will be of 100 Marks for 90 minutes duration, comprising two parts; Part A for 70 marks of Technical Sections pertaining to the relevant post and Part B for 30 marks of General Section. The technical section will consist of questions related to the technical qualifications in respect of each position. General Section will comprise questions related to General Intelligence, Mental ability, Aptitude etc.
6. Assistant Foreman and Technician
Like the posts of Accountant and Overseer, the age limit for the posts of Assistant Foreman and Technicians is 18 to 30 years also. The various disciplines for the post of Assistant Foreman are Trainee, Mechanical and Others. Candidates having Diploma in relevant disciplines or higher qualification (minimum 3 years course) are eligible to apply for this post. While the disciplines for the post of Technician are Welder (Gas and Electric), Fitter, Electrician, Turner, Motor Mechanic for which an ITI passed candidate is recruited.
Eligibility Criteria
(i) Age
Minimum 18 to Maximum 30 Years. Age relaxation is applicable to SC/ ST/ OBC/ ESM/ Departmental Candidates as per rules
(ii) Educational Qualification
| Sl No | Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|
| Supervisory Positions | | |
| 1 | Assistant Foreman (E&T) (Trainee) Grade C | Matriculation, Diploma or relevant (Electronics Engg) or higher qualification |
| 2 | Assistant Foreman (Mechanical) (Trainee) Grade C | Matriculation, Diploma or relevant (Mechanical Engg) or higher qualification |
| Technician Positions | | |
| 3 | Technician Fitter (Trainee) Cat. III | Matriculation & ITI (Fitter) |
| 4 | Technician Electrician (Trainee) Cat. III | Matriculation & ITI (Electrician) |
| 5 | Technician Turner (Trainee) Cat. III | Matriculation & ITI (Turner) |
| 6 | Technician Machinist (Trainee) Cat. III | Matriculation & ITI (Machinist) |
| 7 | Technician Welder (Trainee) Cat. II | Matriculation & ITI (Welder) |
Application Process
Candidates are advised to login into the official website of NCL and follow the following steps for applying for the Assistant Foreman and Technician Posts.
Step1: Registration
Step2: Fee payment
Step3: Apply
Step4: Submission
Selection process
Selection for the Assistant Foreman and Technician Posts will be based on a candidate’s relative score in the Written Test. The Written test will comprise of objective type questions with 04 choices of answers and there will be no negative marking for any wrong answer. A question booklet (in Hindi/English) will be provided along with a separate OMR sheet, at the start of the written examination. Instructions (Bilingual) for candidates will be given on the question booklet as well as on the OMR sheet.
The test will be of 100 Marks for 90 minutes duration, comprising two parts; Part A for 70 marks of Technical Sections pertaining to the relevant post and Part B for 30 marks of General Section. The technical section will consist of questions related to the technical qualifications in respect of each position. General Section will comprise questions related to General Intelligence, Mental ability, Aptitude etc.
7. Operator
This post deals with various disciplines like Dragline, Dozer, Grader, Surface Miner, Dumper, Shovel, Pay Loader and Crane Operating. The criteria for recruitment to these posts are as follows:
| S N | Position/Discipline | Minimum Essential Qualification |
|---|
| 1 | Dragline Operator | (i) Matriculate /SSC/ High School or equivalent passed from any recognized Board of Secondary / Higher Secondary Education of Indian State(s). (ii) ITI in Diesel Mechanic/ Motor Mechanic/ Fitter Trade(s) with Valid NCVT/ SCVT Trade certificate(s). (iii) Valid HMV License issued from any RTA/ RTO of Indian State(s). |
| 2 | Dozer Operator | (i) Matriculate /SSC/ High School or equivalent passed from any recognized Board of Secondary / Higher Secondary Education of Indian State(s). (ii) Valid HMV License issued from any RTA/ RTO of Indian State(s). |
| 3 | Grader Operator | Same as Dozer Operator |
| 4 | Surface Miner Operator | Same as Dozer Operator |
| 5 | Dumper Operator | Same as Dozer Operator |
| 6 | Shovel Operator | Same as Dozer Operator |
| 7 | Pay Loader Operator | Same as Dozer Operator |
| 8 | Crane Operator | Same as Dozer Operator |
Application Process
The interested applicants shall fill out the prescribed application form by entering all the relevant details specified in the application form and submit
i) by hand to the Office of the Staff Officer (Personnel) of the concerned Area/Unit from where the applicant had superannuated.
ii) by registered post/speed post to the Office of the Staff Officer (Personnel) of the concerned Area/Unit.
iii) by mail.
Selection Criteria
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum eligibility criteria as specified under this notification will be assessed based on the specified parameters such as Physical Attendance, Annual Confidential Report (ACR) and Incentive earned in the preceding three years of superannuation, excluding the year of superannuation except in case of employees who have superannuated on March 31st.
| (i) | Physical Attendance | 15 Marks for 3 years (5 Marks per year) |
|---|
| a) | a) For above 90% of physical attendance in a year | 5 Marks |
| b) | b) For 80% to 90% of physical attendance in a year | 3 Marks |
| c) | c) For 70% to below 80% of physical attendance in a year | 2 Marks |
| d) | d) For less than 70% of physical attendance in a year | 0 (Zero) Marks |
| (ii) | Annual Confidential Report (ACR) | 15 Marks for 3 years (5 Marks per year) |
|---|
| a) | For ‘Outstanding’/’Excellent’ grade in a year | 5 Marks |
| b) | For ‘Very Good’ grade in a year | 3 Marks |
| c) | c) For 70% to below 80% of physical attendance in a year | 2 Marks |
| d) | d) For less than 70% of physical attendance in a year | 0 (Zero) Marks |
| (iii) | Incentive earned | 30 Marks for 3 years (10 Marks per year) |
|---|
| a) | For Rs. 1,80,000.00 and above in a year | 10 Marks |
| b) | For Rs. 1,20,000.00 and above but less than 1,80,000.00 in a year | 7 Marks |
| c) | For Rs. 60,000.00 and above but less than 1,20,000.00 in a year | 5 Marks |
| d) | For Less than Rs 60,000.00 in a year | 0 Marks |
Other selection/eligibility criteria shall be as provided in the guidelines of CIL for availing the services of superannuated non-executive employees referred to in the notification.
- In cases where more than one applicant secures equal marks for the post, the tie will be resolved by applying the following methods one after another:
(i) Incentive earned (Higher would be given preference)
(ii) Marks scored in the ACR (Higher grade will be given preference)
(iii) Date of Birth (Younger will be given preference)
(iv) Date of Appointment (Junior would be given preference)
- Provisional merit panels of shortlisted applicants for different Posts, who are fulfilling the eligibility criteria, will be derived in the order of marks scored, after resolving the tie as prescribed and by giving reservations as applicable.
8. Mining Sirdar and Surveyor
There are different criteria for the recruitment of the candidate for these posts of NCL which are as follows:
Eligibility Criteria
| Particulars | Details | |
|---|
| 1 | Age | Candidate(s) must have attained the minimum age of 18 years as on the Crucial Date and the age should not exceed 30 years on the Crucial Date |
| 2. | Educational Qualification | |
| Mining Sirdar Grade C | I. Matriculate or equivalent Examination from any recognized Board of Examination II. Valid Mining Sirdar Certificate of competency issued by DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 or any other certificate in Mining which entitle to work as Mining Sirdar as per Coal Mines Regulation 2017. III. Valid Gas Testing Certificate IV. Valid First Aid Certificate Or, I. Matriculate or equivalent Examination from any recognized Board of Examination. II. Diploma in Mining Engineering of 3 years duration from any recognized Institute. III. Valid Overman’s certificate of competency issued by DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 or any other certificate in Mining which entitle the applicant to work as Mining Sirdar as per Coal Mines Regulation 2017. IV. Valid Gas Testing Certificate V. Valid First Aid Certificate |
| Surveyor Grade B | I. Matriculate or equivalent Examination from any recognized Board of Examination II. Surveyors’ Certificate of Competency (SCC) granted under CMR’2017 Or, I. Diploma in Mining/ Mine Surveying Engineering of 3 years duration from any recognized Institute II. Surveyors’ Certificate of Competency (SCC) granted under CMR’2017 |
Application Process
Candidates are advised to login into the official website of NCL and follow the following steps for applying for the Assistant Foreman and Technician Posts.
Step1: Registration
Step2: Fee payment
Step3: Apply
Step4: Submission
Selection process
Selection for the Mining Sirdar and Surveyor Posts will be based on a candidate’s relative score in the Written Test. The Written test will comprise of objective type questions with 04 choices of answers and there will be no negative marking for any wrong answer. A question booklet (in Hindi/English) will be provided along with a separate OMR sheet, at the start of the written examination. Instructions (Bilingual) for candidates will be given on the question booklet as well as on the OMR sheet.
The test will be of 100 Marks for 90 minutes duration, comprising two parts; Part A for 70 marks of Technical Sections pertaining to the relevant post and Part B for 30 marks of General Section. The technical section will consist of questions related to the technical qualifications in respect of each position. General Section will comprise questions related to General Intelligence, Mental ability, Aptitude etc.
