NMDC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 22 Overman, Assistant Colliery Engineer and More Posts

Age Limits

• CE-06 and CE-04: maximum 50 years as on 17-02-2026.
• CE-07: maximum 60 years (contract duration).
• Age relaxations as per GOI rules for SC/ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and EWS.

Essential Qualifications and Desirable Criteria

Shift Manager (CE-07)

• Degree in Mining Engineering from a government-approved institute with 1st class Mines Manager Certificate (Coal).

Welfare Officer (CE-06)

• University degree with MBA (HR) or Master’s degree/PG Diploma in Social Science/Labour Welfare/Personnel Management or any qualification recognized by Labour Ministry for welfare officer in Mines.

Assistant Shift In charge (CE-06)

• Degree in Mining Engineering from a government-approved institute with 2nd class Mines Manager Certificate (Coal).

Assistant Colliery Engineer (Electrical) (CE-06)

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics from a government-approved institute.

Assistant Colliery Engineer (Mechanical) (CE-06)

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mining Machinery from a government-approved institute.

Assistant Safety Officer (Mine) (CE-06)

• Degree in Mining Engineering from a government-approved institute with 2nd class Mines Manager Certificate (Coal).

Overman Coal (All Categories) (CE-04)

• Diploma in Mining Engineering/Mining and Mine Surveying from a recognized institute, with 2nd class Manager Certificate/Overman certificate of Competency under CMR issued by DGMS for Coal; valid First Aid certificate.

Experience

• Shift Manager: minimum 7 years post-qualification experience in Coal Mining; 3 years after obtaining 1st class Mines Manager Certificate (Coal).
• Welfare Officer: minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in mining.
• Assistant Shift In charge: minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in open cast coal mines.
• Assistant Colliery Engineer (Electrical): minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in electrical equipment repair/maintenance/commissioning in large open cast mines; Substation experience desirable.
• Assistant Colliery Engineer (Mechanical): minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in repair/maintenance of HEMM; experience in large opencast mines desirable.
• Assistant Safety Officer: minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in open cast coal mines; statutory Safety Officer experience desirable.
• Overman Coal (Safety/Production/Blasting/Shift): minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in open cast coal mines; DGMS-approved format experience certificates may be required.

Desirable

• Relevant substation experience for Electrical post;
• Experience in greenfield coal mining projects; experience as Workmen’s Inspector is an added advantage.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 31/01/2026
• Online Application Start Date: 03/02/2026 (10:00 AM)
• Online Application Last Date: 17/02/2026 (11:59 PM)
• Walk-in Drive (Document Verification & Interview): 1st week of March 2026
• Walk-in Drive Location: Ranchi, Jharkhand
• Helpline Email Support: Available 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM on all working days

How to Apply

• Apply online through NMDC website: www.nmdc.co.in
• Site available from 10:00 AM on 03/02/2026 to 11:59 PM on 17/02/2026.
• Upload documents as required during online registration.
• After submission, download and print the submitted application form for records.

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 500 (non-refundable).
• SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Departmental candidates: exempted from fee with appropriate proof.
• Payment methods: SBI Collect via UPI/credit card/online net banking.
• Transaction charges, if any, borne by the candidate. Fee once paid is non-refundable.

General Information

• NMDC Limited is a Navaratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Steel, Government of India.
• Posts are contractual for Tokisud North Coal Mine, Hazaribagh District, Jharkhand.
• Contract may be up to three years initially or until age 60, whichever is earlier, with potential extension based on performance.
• Reservation as per Government of India directives. Vacancies are tentative and may vary.
• Medical fitness tests will be conducted at NMDC-authorized facilities. Travel allowances and insurance coverage are provided as per policy.
• Outstation candidates will be reimbursed limited travel on submission of receipts. Canvassing may lead to disqualification.
• Only Indian nationals are eligible. Court of jurisdiction is Hyderabad for disputes.
• Check NMDC website regularly for updates and corrigenda.