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Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online (3 Posts)

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Name of postCoal India General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online (3 Posts)
OrganisationCoal India
Advertisement no.LR (09)/2026
Job locationAll India
Total vacancies3 posts
Last date to apply11 November 2026
Pay / salaryThe General Manager posts carry an E8 Grade basic pay scale of Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 2,80,000.; Pay fixation will follow applicable DPE guidelines. Candidates appointed from private organizations will have their basic pay fixed at the minimum of the prescribed pay scale without pay protection.; The actual total remuneration may vary depending on applicable benefits and company rules.; Particulars : Details; Grade : E8; Basic Pay Scale : Rs. 1,20,000 - Rs. 2,80,000; Allowances : Dearness Allowance, HRA and other applicable allowances; Additional Benefits : Performance Related Pay, Medical Benefits, Leave, CMPF, CMPS, Gratuity and applicable pension benefits
Selection processEligibility Verification: Coal India will examine applicants' qualifications, professional experience and applicable grade or CTC requirements. → Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted using the prescribed 100-mark assessment criteria. → Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend an interview in physical mode. → Final Selection: Selection will be based solely on marks obtained in the Personal Interview. → The recruitment process involves eligibility screening, shortlisting and a physical Personal Interview. → The normal interview-shortlisting zone is a maximum of 12 candidates per vacancy, subject to availability of eligible applicants and the company's discretion in exceptional cases.
Posted on09 Oct 2026
Last updated09 Oct 2026

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Important Dates

  • Notification Date07 October 2026
  • Online Application Start Date12 October 2026
  • Last date to apply11 November 2026

Age Limit

  • The upper age limit is 55 years as on 7 October 2026, the notification date.
  • Internal candidates: Eligible employees of Coal India Limited who possess the prescribed qualification and relevant specialized experience are not subject to an age bar under this advertisement.
  • The notification date is also the cut-off date for determining minimum qualification and experience.
  • The upper age limit is 55 years as on 07-10-2026, with no age bar for internal candidates.

Total Post

3 Posts

Vacancy Details

Post nameNo. of posts
General Manager - Renewables1
General Manager - Civil (Thermal Power Projects)1
General Manager - Mechanical (Thermal Power Projects)1
Total3

Salary / Pay Scale

  • The General Manager posts carry an E8 Grade basic pay scale of Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 2,80,000.
  • Pay fixation will follow applicable DPE guidelines. Candidates appointed from private organizations will have their basic pay fixed at the minimum of the prescribed pay scale without pay protection.
  • The actual total remuneration may vary depending on applicable benefits and company rules.
  • Particulars : Details
  • Grade : E8
  • Basic Pay Scale : Rs. 1,20,000 - Rs. 2,80,000
  • Allowances : Dearness Allowance, HRA and other applicable allowances
  • Additional Benefits : Performance Related Pay, Medical Benefits, Leave, CMPF, CMPS, Gratuity and applicable pension benefits

Post-Wise Details

  • Coal India has announced three General Manager vacancies in its Renewable Energy and Thermal Power verticals. All three vacancies are in E8 Grade and are notified under the Unreserved (UR) category.

Coal India General Manager Eligibility Criteria 2026

  • Applicants must have the specified engineering qualification, minimum 20 years of relevant post-qualification experience and additional eligibility based on their professional background.

1. General Manager - Renewables

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Educational Qualification: B.Tech, B.E. or B.Sc. (Engineering) in any of the following disciplines:
  • Experience: Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience in State/Central power utilities, including power-sector PSUs under Central/State Government, or private power-sector organizations.
  • Of this experience, at least 3 years of cumulative experience during the last 10 years must be in the Renewable Energy sector in Project Development, Business Development, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial or Engineering functions.
  • Role: Overall leadership of renewable energy projects, project planning, policy interface, project execution and strategic planning.

2. General Manager - Civil (Thermal Power Projects)

  • Educational Qualification: B.Tech, B.E. or B.Sc. (Engineering) in Civil Engineering.
  • Experience: Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience in State/Central/Private power utilities.
  • Applicants must have at least 10 years of experience in planning, construction and execution of greenfield or brownfield power projects, including 2 years at senior managerial level.
  • Role: Leadership and supervision of civil engineering activities in thermal power project execution.

3. General Manager - Mechanical (Thermal Power Projects)

  • Educational Qualification: B.Tech, B.E. or B.Sc. (Engineering) in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience: Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience in State/Central/Private power utilities.
  • Applicants must have at least 10 years of experience in the execution of coal-based thermal power projects involving a 500 MW unit or above, including 2 years at senior managerial level.
  • Role: Leadership and supervision of mechanical execution of thermal power projects.

Can Private-Sector Employees Apply for Coal India E8 Recruitment?

  • The applicant must have worked in a regular capacity in an eligible private-sector company, joint venture or specified cooperative federation.
  • The organization must meet the prescribed annual turnover threshold of Rs. 1,000 crore or more.
  • The average audited annual turnover of the three relevant preceding financial years will be considered.
  • The candidate must meet the minimum annual CTC requirement of Rs. 52 lakh in the last financial year.
  • Preference will be given to applicants from listed companies in the case of private-sector companies.
  • Yes. Eligible private-sector professionals can apply for Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026. However, they must meet additional conditions relating to the employer's turnover, their employment status, CTC and relevant experience.
  • Important: Meeting the Rs. 52 lakh CTC condition alone does not establish eligibility. Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed engineering qualification, total experience and relevant domain-experience requirements.

Is Rs. 52 Lakh CTC Mandatory for Coal India General Manager?

  • For applicants from the private sector, the notification prescribes a minimum CTC of Rs. 52 lakh per annum in the last financial year.
  • This is a private-sector eligibility condition. Government and PSU applicants are assessed under the relevant grade and pay-scale equivalence requirements specified in the notification.

Can PSU E7 Officers Apply for Coal India General Manager E8 Posts?

  • IDA E7 Pay Scale: Rs. 1,00,000 - Rs. 2,60,000 (2017)
  • IDA E7 Pay Scale: Rs. 43,200 - Rs. 66,000 (2007)
  • CDA / Government: Rs. 37,400 - Rs. 67,000 (PB-4), Grade Pay Rs. 8,900 under 6th CPC, or Pay Level 13A under 7th CPC
  • Yes. Government and PSU candidates can apply if they meet the prescribed educational qualification, experience and grade-equivalence requirements.
  • For the notified posts, the additional grade requirement includes a minimum of 2 years in the immediately lower grade under the applicable DPE-notified IDA pay scale, or the corresponding prescribed Government/CDA equivalence.
  • The notification specifies the following reference levels:
  • For Government organizations with non-comparable pay structures, the Selection Committee will determine grade equivalence using hierarchy, responsibility, pay structure, total emoluments and service period, based on supporting documents.

Does Contract or Trainee Experience Count Towards 20 Years?

  • Experience is generally counted from the date of acquiring the required engineering degree.
  • Internships and summer/winter training during studies do not count.
  • Ad-hoc, contractual, officiating and ordinary trainee service do not count.
  • Regular Management Trainee, Executive Trainee or Graduate Engineer Trainee service that subsequently leads to absorption in a regular cadre may be counted.
  • Actual service across multiple organizations may be combined. Employment gaps are not counted as experience.
  • Coal India has prescribed rules for calculating qualifying experience.

Coal India General Manager Salary 2026

ParticularsDetails
GradeE8
Basic Pay ScaleRs. 1,20,000 - Rs. 2,80,000
AllowancesDearness Allowance, HRA and other applicable allowances
Additional BenefitsPerformance Related Pay, Medical Benefits, Leave, CMPF, CMPS, Gratuity and applicable pension benefits
  • The General Manager posts carry an E8 Grade basic pay scale of Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 2,80,000.
  • Pay fixation will follow applicable DPE guidelines. Candidates appointed from private organizations will have their basic pay fixed at the minimum of the prescribed pay scale without pay protection.
  • The actual total remuneration may vary depending on applicable benefits and company rules.

Coal India E8 Shortlisting Criteria - 100 Marks

Assessment ParameterMaximum Marks
Qualification20
Total Post-Qualification Experience40
Specific / Domain Experience40
Total100

How Are Shortlisting Marks Awarded? – Qualification - Maximum 20 Marks

  • Minimum essential qualification: 12 marks
  • Additional recognized relevant postgraduate degree/diploma: 5 marks
  • Additional relevant qualification or certification: 3 marks

Specific / Domain Experience - Maximum 40 Marks

  • Minimum prescribed domain experience: 20 marks
  • Each additional completed year beyond minimum domain experience: 5 marks, subject to the maximum
  • Important distinction: The 100-mark assessment is used for shortlisting candidates for interview. Final selection is based solely on performance in the Personal Interview, not on the combined shortlisting and interview scores.

Documents Required for Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026

  • Date of birth proof
  • Valid photo identity proof
  • B.Tech / B.E. / B.Sc. (Engineering) degree
  • Additional qualification certificates, if applicable
  • Brief description of relevant domain experience, including designation, grade, period and position held
  • Employment experience certificates showing pay scale, designation, position and relevant responsibilities, merged into a PDF
  • Appointment letters and promotion orders establishing applicable grade or level equivalence
  • Proof of specific Renewable Energy or Thermal Power experience relevant to the selected post
  • Documents establishing senior managerial responsibilities for the applicable Thermal Power positions
  • Private-sector employer turnover evidence based on audited financial statements with valid UDIN, where applicable
  • Certificate supporting CTC for the last financial year and latest payslip
  • Employer NOC for serving Government/PSU applicants, specifying current grade and pay scale
  • Applicants must upload relevant documents supporting their qualification, employment and professional experience.
  • Original documents will be verified at the interview. Shortlisted candidates who fail to produce the required originals may be debarred from appearing for the interview.

Coal India General Manager Interview and Travel Allowance

  • Coal India will publish the interview shortlist on its official website and subsequently communicate the interview date, time and venue to shortlisted candidates through email.
  • Eligible outstation applicants called for interview may receive reimbursement of travel expenses by the shortest route, up to Economy Class Air fare or AC 2-tier train fare, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.
  • Original tickets or boarding passes are required for reimbursement. The amount will be credited to the candidate's bank account. Reimbursement will not be provided if the candidate is not interviewed because of ineligibility or failure to produce the necessary documents.

Coal India Recruitment 2026 Job Location and Service Conditions

  • Selected candidates may be required to serve in Coal India Limited or its subsidiaries anywhere according to the organization's requirements.
  • Appointments are subject to medical fitness and other applicable verification conditions. Selected candidates will be placed on probation for one year.

More Details

  • Coal India Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
  • Coal India Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
  • Coal India General Manager Selection Process 2026
  • Total Post-Qualification Experience - Maximum 40 Marks

Mode of Selection

  1. Eligibility Verification: Coal India will examine applicants' qualifications, professional experience and applicable grade or CTC requirements.
  2. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted using the prescribed 100-mark assessment criteria.
  3. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend an interview in physical mode.
  4. Final Selection: Selection will be based solely on marks obtained in the Personal Interview.
  5. The recruitment process involves eligibility screening, shortlisting and a physical Personal Interview.
  6. The normal interview-shortlisting zone is a maximum of 12 candidates per vacancy, subject to availability of eligible applicants and the company's discretion in exceptional cases.

How to Apply Online for Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit www.coalindia.in.
  2. Open the Career with CIL section.
  3. Select Jobs at Coal India.
  4. Locate Advertisement No. LR (09)/2026 for recruitment of experienced professionals in E8 Grade.
  5. Open the online application facility during the prescribed dates.
  6. Fill in the required personal, qualification, experience, professional-grade and contact details.
  7. Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph in JPG/JPEG format, not older than three weeks, and a scanned signature made with a black-ink pen in JPG/JPEG format.
  8. Upload the required self-attested scanned supporting documents in PDF format.
  9. Review all information carefully before final submission.
  10. Submit the application and retain a copy for your records.
  11. Eligible candidates must submit their applications through the official Coal India website during the application window.
  12. Important: The notification states that modifications are not permitted after application submission. Incorrect details or missing documents may lead to rejection.
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Frequently asked questions

When does the application for Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online start?

Online Application Start Date: 12 October 2026.

What is the last date to apply for Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?

The last date to apply is 11 November 2026.

How many vacancies are there in Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?

There are 3 posts in total.

What is the age limit for Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?

The upper age limit is 55 years as on 7 October 2026, the notification date; Internal candidates: Eligible employees of Coal India Limited who possess the prescribed qualification and relevant specialized experience are not subject to an age bar under this advertisement; The notification date is also the cut-off date for determining minimum qualification and experience; The upper age limit is 55 years as on 07-10-2026, with no age bar for internal candidates.

What qualification is needed for Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?

Applicants must have the specified engineering qualification, minimum 20 years of relevant post-qualification experience and additional eligibility based on their professional background. | Minimum essential qualification: 12 marks | Additional recognized relevant postgraduate degree/diploma: 5 marks | Additional relevant qualification or certification: 3 marks | Candidates must possess a B.Tech /…

What is the selection process for Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?

Eligibility Verification: Coal India will examine applicants' qualifications, professional experience and applicable grade or CTC requirements, Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted using the prescribed 100-mark assessment criteria, Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend an interview in physical mode, Final Selection: Selection will be based solely on marks obtained in the Personal Interview, The recruitment process involves eligibility screening, shortlisting and a physical Personal Interview, The normal interview-shortlisting zone is a maximum of 12 candidates per vacancy, subject to availability of eligible applicants and the company's discretion in exceptional cases.

What is the official website for Coal India General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?

The official website is https://www.coalindia.in/.