NCL Assistant Foreman Online Form 2026
11 February 2026 – 05 March 2026
Last updated: 10 February 2026 | Issuing Authority: Northern Coalfield Limited (NCL)
Who should use this page: Final‑year graduates, diploma holders, and experienced technicians looking for a stable government post in the coal sector.
Why it matters this year: The vacancy count (270 posts) is higher than the previous cycle, and the online application window is shorter, making timely submission critical.
Observation: Candidates often miss the exact payment deadline because the fee portal opens simultaneously with the application window; ensure payment is completed on the same day you submit the form.
Important Dates
| Application Begins | 11 February 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 March 2026 |
| Deadline for Fee Payment | 05 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | As per schedule (to be announced) |
| Admit Card Release | Before the exam |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 05 March 2026)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 30 years
- Age relaxation applicable as per NCL recruitment rules
Educational Qualification
Post‑Specific Requirements
| Cadre | Post Name | Total Posts | Key Qualification |
| E&T | Assistant Foreman (E&T) (Trainee) – Grade‑C | 14 |
• Matriculation or equivalent • 3‑year Diploma in Electronics Engineering (recognized) |
| Excavation | Assistant Foreman (Mechanical) (Trainee) – Grade‑C | 87 |
• Matriculation or equivalent • 3‑year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (recognized) |
| Electrical & Mechanical (E&M) | Assistant Foreman (Mechanical) (Trainee) – Grade‑C | 21 |
• Matriculation or equivalent • 3‑year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (recognized) |
| Excavation | Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) – Grade‑C | 74 |
• Matriculation or equivalent • 3‑year Diploma in Electrical Engineering (recognized) |
Selection Process
- Written Competitive Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
- Final Merit List
Vacancy Details
| Cadre | Posts |
| E&T | 14 |
| Excavation (Mechanical) | 87 |
| Excavation (Electrical) | 74 |
| E&M | 74 |
| Total | 270 |
Who Should Apply and Who Should Not
Apply if: You hold a recognized diploma in the relevant engineering stream, meet the age ceiling, and are comfortable with a trainee‑grade posting that may involve on‑site training.
Do NOT apply if: You are seeking a senior supervisory role, or you have unresolved back‑log issues in your current academic records.
Common Mistakes Candidates Make
- Submitting the online form without completing the fee payment in the same session.
- Missing the document verification window; uploads must be clear and legible.
- Assuming the exam date is fixed; it is only announced after the application deadline.
What Usually Happens After This Stage
After the written exam, shortlisted candidates proceed to document verification and a medical fitness test.
Final appointment letters are typically issued 2–3 months after the medical clearance, with posting to the respective mine location.
How This Recruitment Differs from Similar NCL Posts
Unlike the NCL Mining Foreman posts that require a graduate degree, the Assistant Foreman role accepts diploma holders and places selected candidates on a trainee pathway with a defined promotion timeline.
How to Fill the Online Application (Step‑by‑Step)
- Visit the official NCL recruitment portal between 11 Feb and 05 Mar 2026.
- Read the entire notification and download the PDF for reference.
- Gather scanned copies of your educational certificates, photo, signature, and ID proof.
- Pay the application fee (Rs 1,180 for General/EWS/OBC; exempt for SC/ST/PH) via net banking, debit, credit, or UPI.
- Fill in all columns carefully; double‑check spelling of names and dates.
- Before final submission, review the preview and correct any errors.
- After successful submission, download the acknowledgment receipt and take a printed copy for your records.
⚠️ Beware: The fee payment portal closes simultaneously with the application deadline; if the system shows “payment pending,” your application will be incomplete.
Official Links
Expiry / Update Note
After the deadline, the portal will be deactivated; no late submissions will be accepted.
Future updates (e.g., exam date, admit card) will be posted on the official recruitment page.
Information archived here will be reviewed annually; outdated entries will be either updated or removed.
Conclusion
If you meet the diploma and age criteria, complete the online form well before the 05 Mar deadline, and keep proof of fee payment ready.
Next step: Bookmark the official recruitment page, monitor announcements, and prepare your documents now.
