Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Coal India Limited (CIL) subsidiary, is seeking motivated and safety-focused candidates for Technician Trainee (Category III) roles across Fitter, Electrician, and Welder trades. This position is ideal for ITI-qualified professionals with apprenticeship training who are ready to build a long-term technical career in a large-scale industrial/mining environment.
About the Company
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) is a leading coal-producing company under Coal India Limited (CIL). NCL supports India’s energy needs through responsible mining operations, robust safety practices, and continuous improvement in operational excellence. Working with NCL offers exposure to structured processes, modern industrial systems, and a strong culture of compliance and safety.
Role Overview
As a Technician Trainee (Cat III), you will support maintenance, operation, inspection, and troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical/welding-related systems and equipment. You will work under established SOPs, safety standards, and supervision while developing hands-on proficiency in your respective trade.
Open Positions (Vacancy Details)
- Technician Fitter Trainee (Cat III): 95 posts
- Technician Electrician Trainee (Cat III): 95 posts
- Technician Welder Trainee (Cat III): 10 posts
Total: 200 posts
Responsibilities
- Perform trade-specific maintenance and repair tasks as per assigned area and shift requirements.
- Assist in installation, inspection, and servicing of equipment and systems (mechanical/electrical/fabrication as applicable).
- Identify faults, support troubleshooting, and help restore equipment to operational condition with minimal downtime.
- Follow preventive maintenance schedules and maintain checklists, logs, and job cards.
- Adhere to all safety rules, PPE requirements, permit systems, and statutory compliance guidelines.
- Support housekeeping and 5S practices in the work area to maintain a safe and efficient environment.
- Coordinate with supervisors and cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Participate in training, toolbox talks, and safety drills as required.
Requirements
- Education: Class 10th pass from a recognized board.
- Technical Qualification: 2-year ITI in the relevant trade (Fitter/Electrician/Welder or applicable equivalent as per notification).
- Training: 1-year Apprentice Training Certificate.
- Age: 18 to 30 years (age relaxation as per NCL/CIL norms).
- Ability to work in an industrial/mining environment and comply with strict safety and operational procedures.
- Basic documentation skills for recording maintenance activities and supporting audits/inspections.
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
Assessment / Exam Highlights (CBT)
- Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper-Based)
- Questions: 100 objective (MCQ)
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 hours
- Marking: +1 for correct answer, no negative marking
- Language: Hindi & English
- Subjects: General Knowledge, Current Affairs, General Science, Logical Reasoning, Mathematics
Benefits
- Opportunity to build a stable technical career within a large public-sector industrial organization.
- Structured training and exposure to large-scale maintenance and operational systems.
- Safety-first workplace culture with defined processes and compliance standards.
- Growth pathways based on performance, policy, and organizational requirements.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted through the official NCL portal as per the recruitment notification. Ensure you keep your registration details and documents ready for verification.
Important Notes
- Eligibility, age relaxation, and trade equivalence are subject to NCL/CIL recruitment rules and the official notification.
- Applicants must provide accurate information and valid documents during verification.