The NCL has released the notification for recruitment of Trainee, Paramedical staff, and Overseer positions on April 6, 2026. Candidates who are interested in participating in the recruitment drive note that the window to apply online is all set to be available from 9 April 2026 and last until 1 May 2026.
NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026
The recruitment of Trainees, Paramedical, and Overseer under the NCL is a great opportunity for aspirants who are seeking jobs under the government sector. If you are eligible and interested, you are highly recommended to apply at an early stage so you don’t have to face the last minute rush.
Important Dates
The important dates for the NCL Trainee, Paramedical Staff & Overseer Recruitment 2026 are announced with notification release, go through the table below for a timeline.
| Activity | Date |
| Notification Release | 06 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 09 April 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 01 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified on website |
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) | To be notified |
| Answer Key / Objection Window | After CBT (for 4 days) |
| Result Declaration | To be notified |
| Document Verification | After result (as per merit list) |
| Final Merit List / Appointment | After document verification |
Number of Vacancies
The NCL has released the notification for recruitment of Trainees, Overseer and Paramedical staff staff positions for a total number of 472, 75 and 30 vacancies, respectively. Go through the table below for reservation details.
HEMM Operator (Trainee)
| Post Name | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total | ESM |
| Dumper Operator | 123 | 30 | 60 | 17 | 78 | 308 | 60 |
| Grader Operator | 16 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 34 | 6 |
| Dozer Operator | 22 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 13 | 52 | 10 |
| Crane Operator | 9 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 3 |
| Pay Loader Operator | 10 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 18 | 3 |
| Surface Miner Operator | 19 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 43 | 8 |
| Total | 199 | 44 | 90 | 22 | 117 | 472 | 90 |
Paramedical Staff
| Post Name | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total | PwBD | ESM |
| Staff Nurse | 21 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 11 | 47 | 1 | 4 |
| Pharmacist | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Technician (Pathological) | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| Technician (Dental) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Physiotherapist | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Technician (Optometry) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Technician (Radiographer) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Jr. Technician (ECG) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 41 | 5 | 11 | 2 | 16 | 75 | 1 | 5 |
Overseer (Civil)
| Post Name | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total | PwBD | ESM |
| Overseer (Civil) | 14 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 30 | 1 | 2 |
Eligibility Criteria
In order to apply for NCL Trainee, Paramedical Staff & Overseer Recruitment 2026, it is mandatory that you meet the education qualification and age limit. Refer to the table below to check the details.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Additional Requirement |
| Dumper / Grader / Dozer / Crane / Pay Loader / Surface Miner Operator | 10th Pass (Matriculation) | 18–30 years | Valid HMV/Transport License + Minimum marks (UR; 55%, OBC : 50% & SC/ST 45%) |
| Staff Nurse | 10+2 + B.Sc Nursing / GNM | 18–30 years | Valid Nursing Council Registration |
| Pharmacist | 10+2 (Science) + Diploma in Pharmacy | 18–30 years | Pharmacy Council Registration |
| Technician (Pathology) | Diploma in Pathology | 18–30 years | – |
| Technician (Dental) | 10+2 + Diploma in Dental Technology | 18–30 years | – |
| Physiotherapist | Diploma in Physiotherapy (3 years) | 18–30 years | – |
| Technician (Optometry) | 10+2 + Diploma in Optometry | 18–30 years | – |
| Technician (Radiographer) | Diploma in Radiography | 18–30 years | – |
| Jr. Technician (ECG) | 10+2 | 18–30 years | 2 years ECG experience required |
| Overseer (Civil) | 10th Pass + Diploma in Civil Engineering | 18–30 years | – |
The age relaxation is applicable for 3 years for OBC-NCL, and 5 years for SC and ST. There is additional age relaxation for 10 years for PwBD.
Application Fee
In order to apply for recruitment of Trainee, Paramedical Staff & Overseer under the NCL, it is mandatory that you pay the application fee. Refer to the table below to check details.
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹1000 + ₹180 GST = ₹1180 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Nil |
| Departmental Candidates | Nil |
Ensure that you pay the application fee for the NCL Recruitment 2026 using the debit card, credit card, NET banking by the due date set by the concerned authorities.
How To Apply?
To apply for recruitment of Trainee, Paramedical Staff and Overseer under the NCL, go through the step-by-step instructions available below.
- Go to the official website of the NCL by visiting at https://nclcil.in/.
- Click on Recruitment of Trainee, Paramedical Staff & Overseer 2026.
- Tap on Apply Online, and register yourself with asked details.
- Login yourself by providing all the asked details and then login with your registration number and password.
- Enter all the asked details, and then upload documents with photograph and signature in required size and format.
- Pay the application fee using one of the payment gateway, and submit your application form.