NLCIL Recruitment 2025: NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Junior Overman (Trainee) and Mining Sirdar (Selection Grade-I) posts. The NLCIL Recruitment 2025 Notification, Advt. No. 22/2024, was announced, and online applications will be accepted from 15 April 2025 to 14 May 2025.
Eligible candidates can apply for the NLCIL Recruitment 2025 through the official website www.nlcindia.in.
NLCIL Recruitment 2025 Post Details
NLCIL is offering a total of 171 vacancies for two key mining statutory positions in its lignite mines located in Neyveli, Tamil Nadu. Below are the details of the posts, vacancies, and pay scales:
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Overman (Trainee) | 69 | ₹31,000 – ₹1,00,000 (S1 Grade) |
| Mining Sirdar (Selection Grade-I) | 102 | ₹26,000 – ₹1,10,000 (SG1 Grade) |
NLC India limited Recruitment 2025 Eligibility
Candidates interested in applying must meet specific educational qualifications and age criteria for each post. Here’s a breakdown of the eligibility requirements:
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Overman (Trainee) | Diploma in Mining/Mining Engineering + Valid Overman’s Certificate of Competency from DGMS + First Aid Certificate | As per Govt. guidelines, max 58 years |
| Mining Sirdar (Selection Grade-I) | Diploma/Degree (non-Mining) + Mining Sirdar Certificate from DGMS + First Aid Certificate OR Diploma in Mining with Overman Competency Certificate + First Aid Certificate | As per Govt. guidelines, max 58 years |
NLCIL Recruitment 2025 Application Fees
The application fee varies based on the candidate’s category and the post applied for. Check the details below:
| Post | Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Overman (Trainee) | UR/EWS/OBC (NCL) | ₹300 | ₹295 | ₹595 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen | Exempted | ₹295 | ₹295 | |
| Mining Sirdar (Selection Grade-I) | UR/EWS/OBC (NCL) | ₹250 | ₹236 | ₹486 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen | Exempted | ₹236 | ₹236 |
NLC India limited Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection for both posts will be based on a Written Test worth 100 marks. The test includes:
- Part-I: 30 questions on General Aptitude (Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness) at Diploma level.
- Part-II: 70 questions on subject knowledge.
- Details: Objective-type questions, no negative marking, 120-minute duration, English language only.
- Qualifying Marks: 50% for UR/EWS, 40% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL (against reserved vacancies).
- Bonus Marks: Project Affected Persons (PAPs) of NLCIL Neyveli Projects receive 20 bonus marks.
- Final merit will be based on total scores, with tie-breakers resolved by age (seniority) and alphabetical order of names.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the NLCIL website www.nlcindia.in. Follow these steps:
- Visit the website and navigate to the “Careers” section.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form and upload required documents (e.g., educational certificates, competency certificates, First Aid certificate, etc.).
- Pay the application/processing fee via SBI Collect.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the registration form for future reference.
NLC India limited Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
Here are the key dates for the NLCIL Recruitment 2025 process:
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opens | 15 April 2025, 10:00 hrs |
| Online Registration Closes | 14 May 2025, 17:00 hrs |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 14 May 2025, 23:45 hrs |
| Last Date for Submission (Post-Fee Payment) | 15 May 2025, 17:00 hrs |
FAQs for NLCIL Recruitment 2025
Q1: Who can apply for the NLCIL Recruitment 2025?
A: Indian nationals with the required educational qualifications and valid competency certificates from DGMS can apply.
Q2: What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates are exempted from the application fee but must pay a processing fee (₹295 for Junior Overman, ₹236 for Mining Sirdar).
Q3: Where will the selected candidates be posted?
A: Initially, candidates will be posted at Neyveli Mines, Tamil Nadu, but they may be transferred to other NLCIL units in India or abroad.
Q4: How will candidates be selected?
A: Selection is based on a Written Test (100 marks), with bonus marks for PAPs, followed by merit-based ranking.
Q5: When does the application process start?
A: The online application process begins on 15 April 2025 at 10:00 hrs.