Overview
The National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) Limited, a Navaratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Steel, invites applications for 22 contractual positions at Tokisud North Coal Mine in Hazaribagh District, Jharkhand. This is an excellent opportunity for mining professionals to work with India’s leading mineral producer.
Organization: NMDC Limited
Total Vacancies: 22
Post Type: Contractual (Initially up to 3 years, extendable)
Job Type: Full-time
Application Mode: Online only
Advertisement Number: 01/2026
Official Website: www.nmdc.co.in
Location: Tokisud North Coal Mine, Hazaribagh, Jharkhand
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 31 January 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 03 February 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Walk-in Drive (Document Verification & Interview) | 1st Week of March 2026 |
| Walk-in Location | Ranchi, Jharkhand |
Helpline Email: [email protected] (Available 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM on working days)
📍 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Grade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Shift Manager | CE-07 | 02 |
| Welfare Officer | CE-06 | 01 |
| Assistant Shift In-charge | CE-06 | 03 |
| Assistant Colliery Engineer (Mine – Electrical) | CE-06 | 01 |
| Assistant Colliery Engineer (Mine – Mechanical) | CE-06 | 01 |
| Assistant Safety Officer (Mine) | CE-06 | 01 |
| Overman Coal (Safety) | CE-04 | 02 |
| Overman Coal (Production) | CE-04 | 01 |
| Overman Coal (Blasting) | CE-04 | 03 |
| Overman Coal (Shift) | CE-04 | 07 |
| Total | 22 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Shift Manager (CE-07) – 2 Posts
Essential:
- Degree in Mining Engineering from Government approved institute
- 1st Class Mines Manager Certificate (Coal)
- Minimum 7 years post-qualification experience in Coal Mining
- 3 years experience after obtaining 1st Class Mines Manager Certificate
Welfare Officer (CE-06) – 1 Post
Essential:
- University degree with MBA (specialization in HR) OR
- Master’s degree/PG Diploma in Social Science/Labour Welfare/Personnel Management
- Qualification recognized by Labour Ministry for Welfare Officer in Mines
- Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in Mining sector
Assistant Shift In-charge (CE-06) – 3 Posts
Essential:
- Degree in Mining Engineering from Government approved institute
- 2nd Class Mines Manager Certificate (Coal)
- Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in opencast coal mines
Assistant Colliery Engineer – Electrical (CE-06) – 1 Post
Essential:
- Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Electrical & Electronics)
- Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in repair/maintenance/commissioning of electrical equipment in large opencast mines
Desirable: Experience in electrical substation
Assistant Colliery Engineer – Mechanical (CE-06) – 1 Post
Essential:
- Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Mining Machinery)
- Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in repair and maintenance of Heavy Earth Moving Machinery
Desirable: Experience in large opencast mines
Assistant Safety Officer (CE-06) – 1 Post
Essential:
- Degree in Mining Engineering from Government approved institute
- 2nd Class Mines Manager Certificate (Coal)
- Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in opencast coal mines
Desirable: Experience as Safety Officer in statutory capacity in opencast coal mines
Overman Coal – All Categories (CE-04) – 13 Posts
Essential:
- Diploma in Mining Engineering/Mining and Mine Surveying (3 years)
- 2nd Class Manager Certificate/Overman Certificate of Competency under CMR issued by DGMS for Coal
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in opencast coal mine in statutory capacity
Desirable:
- Experience as Workmen’s Inspector (for Safety Overman)
- Experience in greenfield coal mining projects in India (for Production, Blasting, and Shift positions)
Important Notes:
- All qualifications must be from UGC/AICTE/DGMS/Government of India recognized institutions
- Experience certificates to be produced in DGMS approved format (wherever applicable)
- Possession of higher qualification does not entitle eligibility
💰 Salary Details (per month)
| Grade | Post | Monthly Salary (Consolidated) |
|---|---|---|
| CE-07 | Shift Manager | ₹1,00,000/- |
| CE-06 | Welfare Officer, Assistant Shift In-charge, Assistant Colliery Engineer, Assistant Safety Officer | ₹80,000/- |
| CE-04 | Overman Coal (All Categories) | ₹60,000/- |
Additional Benefits:
- Annual increment up to 5% based on performance
- Outpatient medical expenses: ₹35,000/- per annum
- HRA (House Rent Allowance) as applicable
- TA/DA for official tours as per rules
- Accidental Group Insurance coverage
- 12 days Casual Leave + 20 days Medical Leave per calendar year
- Weekly rest day and public holidays as per company rules
Note: Salary based on actual attendance; prorated deductions for absences. Statutory deductions as applicable.
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted through a Walk-in Drive in the 1st week of March 2026 at Ranchi, Jharkhand.
Selection Stages:
Stage 1: Document Verification
- Verification of original documents and certificates
- Checking eligibility criteria
- Only candidates with proper documents will proceed to interview
Stage 2: Personal Interview
- Conducted by duly constituted committee
- Assessment of technical knowledge and suitability
- Evaluation of work experience
Important Points:
- Admit card will be sent via email and available on NMDC website
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for walk-in drive
- Original documents mandatory for verification
- TA reimbursement: 2-tier AC rail/bus fare for outstation candidates (with tickets)
- No TA/DA if documents found incomplete
⏳ Age Limit
As on 17 February 2026:
| Grade | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| CE-06 & CE-04 | 50 years |
| CE-07 | 60 years |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD/Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India guidelines
Note: Date of birth as per Matriculation/10th certificate will be considered. No other proof accepted.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Departmental Candidates | Exempted (proof required) |
Payment Mode: UPI/Credit Card/Net Banking through SBI Collect
Note:
- Transaction charges to be borne by candidate
- Failed transactions will be refunded within 10 working days
- Fee once paid is non-refundable
📑 How to Apply
Step 1: Visit NMDC Website
- Go to www.nmdc.co.in
- Click on “Careers” section
- Find the recruitment notification link
Step 2: Online Registration (03-17 February 2026)
- Fill all mandatory details carefully
- Upload required documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Matriculation/10th certificate (for DOB proof)
- Qualification certificates (Degree/Diploma)
- Experience certificates
- Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman)
- DGMS certificates (Mines Manager/Overman/First Aid)
- Scanned signature
Step 3: Pay Application Fee
- Complete payment through SBI Collect
- Save transaction details
Step 4: Submit Application
- Review all details
- Submit the application
- Download and print acknowledgment with application number
- Keep printout for future reference
Important:
- Apply only once (latest application will be considered if multiple)
- Provide valid email ID and mobile number
- All communications via email only
- Check email regularly for admit card and updates
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Mandatory Documents (Original + Self-attested Copies):
- Identity & Age Proof:
- Matriculation/10th Standard Certificate (for name and DOB)
- Valid government-issued photo ID
- Educational Certificates:
- Degree/Diploma certificates
- All semester/year mark sheets
- Provisional certificate (if degree pending)
- Professional Certificates:
- 1st/2nd Class Mines Manager Certificate (for applicable posts)
- Overman Certificate of Competency under CMR
- First Aid Certificate (valid)
- Experience Certificates:
- Service certificates from previous employers
- Experience certificates in DGMS approved format (where applicable)
- Relieving letters
- Category Certificates (if applicable):
- SC/ST Certificate (Central Government format)
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate (not older than 6 months)
- EWS Certificate (valid for 2025-26)
- PwBD Certificate
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate with equivalence certificate
- Other Documents:
- Recent passport-size photographs (extra copies)
- Valid email ID and mobile number
📘 Important Links
| Document/Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official NMDC Website | www.nmdc.co.in |
Helpline Email: [email protected] (10 AM – 6 PM, working days)
📋 Important Instructions
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply
- Online Application Only – No other mode accepted
- Document Verification: Original documents mandatory at walk-in drive
- Medical Fitness: Selected candidates must pass medical examination
- Contract Terms:
- Initial period: Up to 3 years
- Extendable based on performance
- Maximum up to age 60 years
- Termination: 1 month notice on either side
- Leave Policy:
- 12 days Casual Leave per year
- 20 days Medical Leave per year
- Leaves non-encashable and non-carry forward
- Category Certificates:
- OBC-NCL certificate must be recent (within 6 months)
- EWS certificate valid for FY 2025-26
- Caste must be in Central List
- Court Jurisdiction: Hyderabad
- Canvassing: Strictly prohibited; leads to disqualification
- NMDC Rights:
- Institute reserves right to alter criteria
- Can cancel recruitment without assigning reasons
- Number of vacancies may vary
- No interim correspondence entertained
- False Information: Candidature cancelled if any information found incorrect at any stage
- Posting: Selected candidates may be posted at any NMDC unit/mine as per requirement
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the contract period for these positions?
A: Initially up to 3 years, extendable based on performance and requirements, or until age 60, whichever is earlier.
Q2: Is experience in opencast coal mines mandatory?
A: Yes, for most positions, specific experience in opencast coal mining is essential as mentioned in the eligibility criteria.
Q3: Can I apply for multiple positions?
A: You should apply for the position you are best qualified for. Multiple applications from same candidate will result in only the latest being considered.
Q4: Will accommodation be provided?
A: HRA will be paid as per rules. Accommodation arrangements to be made by the candidate.
Q5: What is the validity of First Aid Certificate?
A: First Aid Certificate must be valid and current as per DGMS regulations.
Q6: Is there any bond or service agreement?
A: Yes, the engagement is contractual. Termination requires 1 month notice from either side.
Q7: Will I be eligible for permanent employment after the contract?
A: These are contractual positions. Regularization depends on company policy and may not be automatic.
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to visit the official NMDC website regularly for updates, corrigendum, or any changes to the recruitment process. This information is compiled from the official notification for reference purposes only.
Last Updated: 02 February 2026
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