Coal India Limited (CIL), a Government of India Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking and the largest coal-producing company in the world, has released Advertisement No. 01/2025/HRD for the engagement of Industrial Trainees (CA/CMA). This opportunity is aimed at CA and CMA intermediate-qualified candidates seeking practical exposure in a leading PSU.
The engagement is purely on a training basis for a fixed period and does not guarantee employment after completion.
About Coal India Limited (CIL)
Coal India Limited is a Schedule ‘A’ Maharatna company with 14 fully owned subsidiaries and an annual turnover exceeding ₹1,40,000 crore. CIL plays a crucial role in meeting India’s energy needs and is undergoing massive capacity expansion. To support its growing operations, CIL offers structured industrial training to finance and accounting professionals.
Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification -Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 26 December 2025 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 15 January 2026 (5:00 PM)
Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification: Total Training Slots & Posting Locations
A total of 125 Industrial Trainee slots are available across CIL Headquarters and its subsidiaries:
| Company | Headquarters | Training Slots |
|---|---|---|
| Coal India Ltd. (HQ) | Kolkata, West Bengal | 7 |
| Bharat Coking Coal Ltd. (BCCL) | Dhanbad, Jharkhand | 12 |
| Central Coalfields Ltd. (CCL) | Ranchi, Jharkhand | 15 |
| CMPDIL | Ranchi, Jharkhand | 7 |
| Eastern Coalfields Ltd. (ECL) | Sanctoria, West Bengal | 12 |
| Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd. (MCL) | Sambalpur, Odisha | 20 |
| Northern Coalfields Ltd. (NCL) | Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh | 20 |
| South Eastern Coalfields Ltd. (SECL) | Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh | 20 |
| Western Coalfields Ltd. (WCL) | Nagpur, Maharashtra | 12 |
| Total | 125 |
Note: Although HQ locations are mentioned, trainees can be posted at any office under the company’s jurisdiction.
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Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification – Age Limit (as on Crucial Date)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 28 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 31 years |
| SC / ST | 33 years |
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PwD Relaxation:
- UR: +10 years
- OBC (NCL): +13 years
- SC/ST: +15 years
- Age relaxation for reserved categories is not applicable for unreserved posts.
Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification – Reservation Policy
The engagement follows the Government of India reservation norms:
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 51 |
| OBC | 34 |
| SC | 19 |
| ST | 9 |
| EWS | 12 |
| Total | 125 |
- 5 seats reserved for PwD candidates
- Reservation for women will be applicable as per government guidelines
- Unfilled reserved seats may be converted to unreserved
- No backlog vacancies will be maintained since this is not regular employment
Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed CA Intermediate (ICAI), OR
- Passed CMA Intermediate (ICMAI)
Exclusion: Candidates who have already undergone one year or more of similar training in any PSU are not eligible.
Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification – Training Period & Stipend
- Duration: 15 months (fixed, non-extendable)
- Monthly Stipend: ₹22,000/-
- Nature: Purely training-based; no employment claim after completion
Training Bond & Conduct
- Selected candidates must execute a Training Deed
- No claim for employment during or after training
- Confidentiality and integrity must be strictly maintained
- Internship cannot be extended under any circumstances
Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification – Selection Process
- Merit-based selection on percentage of marks in CA/CMA Intermediate (both groups combined)
- Candidates must choose 9 preferred companies while applying
- Posting is based on merit rank + preference order
Tie-breaking criteria:
- Older candidate (by date of birth)
- Higher marks in Class 10
A waiting list of 125 candidates will also be prepared to fill vacancies arising from non-joining.
Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification – Application Process
Mode of Application
- Online only through the CIL career portal (coalindia.in)
- No manual or paper applications accepted
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph & signature
- Proof of DOB
- Aadhaar Card
- CA/CMA Intermediate certificates & mark sheets
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Proof for Land Owner / Ward of Employee (if applicable)
- All educational documents must be uploaded in a single PDF file in chronological order.
Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification – Leave & Working Conditions
- Leave Entitlement: 1 day for every 20 days of training
- Excess leave requires extension of training period
- Trainees may be required to work beyond normal hours (no extra stipend)
- Unauthorized absence of 10 consecutive days leads to termination
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Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification Important Link |
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| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Application Link | Click Here |
Coal India Trainee 2025 Notification – Facilities & Benefits
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TA/DA: Not payable
Accommodation:
- Self-arranged
- Company accommodation may be provided if available (not mandatory)
Medical Facilities:
- Free OPD treatment at CIL hospitals/dispensaries
- No inpatient or referral treatment
Logistics:
- Trainees must bring their own laptops
- Workspace and basic support provided
Key Points to Remember
- Only Indian nationals are eligible
- Selection does not guarantee employment
- Medical fitness certificate is mandatory
- Any false information can lead to cancellation at any stage
- Legal jurisdiction for disputes lies exclusively in Kolkata
Coal India Limited Industrial Trainee (CA/CMA) Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q. Who is eligible to apply for Coal India Industrial Trainee(CA/CMA) 2025?
Ans: aspirants who have passed the Intermediate examination of CA(ICAI) or CMA(ICMAI) are eligible to apply for the Coal India Industrial Trainee 2025 program. aspirants must also meet the prescribed age limit criteria & should not have completed one year or further of similar training in any other PSU.
Q. What is the paycheck & duration of the Coal India CA/CMA Industrial Training?
Ans: The Coal India Industrial Trainee(CA/CMA) engagement is for a fixed period of 15 months. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹22,000 & the training does not provide any assurance of permanent employment after completion.
Q. How are aspirants named for Coal India Industrial Trainee 2025?
Ans: Selection is purely merit- based, calculated on the percentage of marks attained in CA/CMA Intermediate ( both groups combined). Posting is allotted based on merit rank & preferred company choices, with additional preference given to land possessors and wards of Coal India workers as per government guidelines.