NLC India Recruitment 2026: NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a prestigious Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Government of India, has announced a major recruitment drive for 2026. Applications are invited for Mining Statutory positions at its Barsingsar Mines project in Rajasthan.
The recruitment notification (Advt. No. 09/2025) offers excellent career opportunities for qualified mining professionals seeking stable government employment with attractive pay and benefits.
Here’s everything you need to know about eligibility, vacancies, salary, selection process, and how to apply.
Posts Available & Vacancies for NLC India Recruitment 2026
NLC India Limited is hiring for the following Group C statutory posts:
1️⃣ Junior Overman (Trainee) – S1 Grade
- Total Posts: 03
- Pay Scale: ₹31,000 – ₹1,00,000
- Approx. Annual CTC: ₹8.64 Lakhs
2️⃣ Mining Sirdar (Selection Grade-I) – SG1 Grade
- Total Posts: 05
- Pay Scale: ₹26,000 – ₹1,10,000
- Approx. Annual CTC: ₹7.25 Lakhs
Both positions are based at the Barsingsar Project, Rajasthan. However, selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad under NLCIL operations.
Educational Qualification
For Junior Overman (Trainee):
- Diploma in Mining / Mining Engineering (recognized by AICTE/DGMS)
- Valid Overman’s Certificate of Competency from DGMS
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Minimum 60% marks (UR/OBC-NCL), 50% (SC/ST)
For Mining Sirdar:
- Diploma/Degree (non-mining discipline) + Mining Sirdar Certificate
OR - Diploma in Mining + Overman Competency Certificate
- Valid First Aid Certificate
⚠ Proficiency in Hindi (local language) is mandatory.
Age Limit (As on 01 February 2026)
| Grade | UR | OBC | SC | ST |
| S1 | 30 yrs | 33 yrs | 35 yrs | 30 yrs |
| SG1 | 30 yrs | 33 yrs | 35 yrs | 35 yrs |
Maximum age with relaxation cannot exceed 58 years.
Salary & Benefits
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will receive:
- Unified Incentive Scheme (Annual)
- Free medical treatment for self and dependents
- Group Insurance
- Residential accommodation (subject to availability)
- Other PSU benefits as per company rules
Selection Process for NLC India Recruitment
Selection will be based on a Written Test (100 marks).
Exam Pattern:
- 30 Questions – General Aptitude (Quantitative, Reasoning, Awareness)
- 70 Questions – Subject Knowledge
- Total Duration: 120 minutes
- No Negative Marking
- English language only
Minimum qualifying marks:
- 50% for UR
- 40% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL (against reserved vacancies)
Special Bonus:
Project Affected Persons (PAPs) may receive 20 bonus marks (as per eligibility conditions mentioned in the notification).
Important Dates for NLC India Recruitment 2026
Online Application Starts: 16 February 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 18 March 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 18 March 2026 (11:45 PM)
- Final Submission Deadline: 19 March 2026 (5:00 PM)
Application Fee
Junior Overman:
- UR/OBC: ₹595 (including processing fee)
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen: ₹295 (processing fee only)
Mining Sirdar:
- UR/OBC: ₹486
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen: ₹236
Fee payment must be done online via SBI Collect.
Documents Required
Applicants must upload scanned copies of:
- Recent passport-size photo
- Signature
- Date of Birth proof
- Aadhaar & PAN
- Diploma/Degree certificates
- Mark sheets
- Competency certificates
- First Aid certificate
- Community certificate (if applicable)
- PAP documents (if claiming bonus marks)
All documents must be legible and uploaded in prescribed format and size.
How to Apply for NLC India Recruitment
Candidates must apply online through the official website:
No offline applications will be accepted.
Applicants are advised to keep their mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process, as all communications will be sent digitally.
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