Overview of SECL Telecom Mechanic Recruitment 2026
South eastern Coalfields Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has published a notification regarding SECL Telecom Mechanic Recruitment 2026. Posted under the reference number SECL/BSP/HR/NEE/2026/adhisuchna/550, the notification underlines the availability of 65 vacancies for Telecom Radio Mechanic jobs. The pay grade/category is T&S Grd-D. Applications open on 11 June 2026 at 10:00 AM and close on 01 July 2026 at 11:59 PM. Interested candidates with a matriculation or equivalent certificate, or a certificate equivalent to an ITI Certificate in Electronics/equivalent, can apply. Read more about the SECL jobs here. Note that the application process is online and candidates are advised not to wait till the last moment to submit their applications.
Vacancy Breakdown for Telecom Radio Mechanic Jobs
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC (including backlog) | 15 |
| ST (including backlog) | 7 |
| Unreserved (UR) | 43 |
| Total | 65 |
Minimum Qualification Requirement
| Category/Grade | Minimum Qualification / Education / Technical | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Telecom / Radio Mechanic T&S Grd-D | Standard X of 10+2 scheme / Matriculate or equivalent. | Any permanent employee of the company with one year of service in Cat. IV/Tech & Sup. Gr. E and above with aptitude for telecom discipline. |
| Telecom / Radio Mechanic T&S Grd-D | Standard X of 10+2 scheme / Matriculate or equivalent with ITI Certificate in Electronics/equivalent. | Any permanent employee of the company. |
| Telecom / Radio Mechanic T&S Grd-D | - | DR, Category - (I, II, III, IV, V, VI); DR, Excavation, Grade (E); MR, T&S, Grade (D, E, F, G & H); Clerk Grade (II, III) |
South Eastern Coalfields Recruitment Examination Details
- The written MCQ test will be conducted on an OMR sheet.
- It will have a total of 100 questions.
- Candidates will be rewarded 1 mark for every correct answer. There is no negative marking for wrong answers.
- The question will have 3 sections. Marks in each section are subject to increase or decrease.
- Three tie-breakers will be applicable sequentially in case two or more candidates score the same marks in the Written Test.
SECL Job Exam Pattern
| Section | Examination Pattern | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Subject Knowledge | 60 |
| 2 | Mental Ability / Quantitative Ability Logical & Reasoning Skill | 20 |
| 3 | General Awareness & Knowledge regarding CIL / SECL, State (CG & MP) | 20 |
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General Category | 40% of the total marks in Written Test. |
| SC / ST Category | 30% of the total marks in Written Test. |
Written Test Tie-Breaker
- Date of Appointment: The first tie-breaker will be the date of appointment (date of initial appointment). Applicant who was appointed first will be placed above other candidates.
- Date of Birth: The second tie-breaker will be the date of birth. Applicant who is older will be ranked above younger candidates.
- Alphabetical Order: The third tie-breaker will be the alphabetical order. Applicants will be ranked based on the first (and so on) alphabet of their names. The order will be fetched automatically from SAP. Candidates are recommended to check their names before submitting the application.
Important Dates for SECL Telecom Mechanic Recruitment 2026
| Activity | Important Dates | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Date for Filling Online Application for Applicants | 11 June 2026 | 10:00 AM |
| Last Date for Filling Online Application for Applicants | 01 July 2026 | 11:59 PM |
| Opening Date for Unit (HR) Officer for Forwarding Applications | 11 June 2026 | 10:00 AM |
| Last Date for Unit (HR) Officer for Forwarding Applications | 07 July 2026 | 11:59 PM |
| Opening Date for Applicants to Submit Representation (after rejection by Unit HR Officer) | 08 July 2026 | 10:00 AM |
| Last Date for Submitting Representation | 13 July 2026 | 11:59 PM |
| Closing Date for Unit (HR) Officer / SO(HR) for Finalization of Applicants List | 19 July 2026 | 11:59 PM |
| Closing Date for AGM for Forwarding the Application | 22 July 2026 | 11:59 PM |
Application Process for SECL Job
- 1Visit the online portal https://portals.secl-cil.in/internal/index.php.
- 2Fill & review all the details, upload required documents, and then submit the application form. Keep an image of passport-size photograph and signature ready.
- 3Check the portal regularly for updates. All updates will be shared only through the official online portal.
- 4If selected, then appear for the MCQ OMR-based Written Test.
- 5Candidates can check their selection status on the merit list (as & when published).
Selection Process for SECL Job
- 1Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of the details filled in the application form.
- 2Qualified candidates will be shortlisted for the written test.
- 3Examination will be conducted centrally, and details will be mentioned on the Admit Card, which can be downloaded from the official portal. Candidates are advised to check the portal for information regarding the examination venue and date.
- 4Candidates will be recruited based on the merit list. All tie-breakers apply in the said sequence, if required.
- 5It is important to note that applying for the post and/or appearing for the recruitment process does not confirm appointment for the notified post.
Disqualification Criteria
- Selected candidates not joining the post will be debarred for 2 years from the date of the cancellation order.
- Acceptance of request to not join the post will get candidates debarred for 2 years from the date of the cancellation order.
- Submitting forged or fabricated information in the application form will lead to disqualification of the candidate.
Documents Required According to SECL Telecom Mechanic Recruitment 2026
| Documents | Details |
|---|---|
| Standard X of 10+2 scheme / Matriculate or equivalent certificate | For permanent employees with one year of service in Cat. IV/Tech. & Sup. Gr. E and above with aptitude for telecom discipline. |
| Standard X of 10+2 scheme / Matriculate or equivalent with ITI certificate in Electronics/equivalent | For any permanent employee of the Company. |
| Copy of the relevant office order permitted by competent authority | If the educational qualification was obtained after date of appointment |
| Permanent Caste Certificate (if applicable) | It should be issued by an officer of Tehsildar rank or above. Candidates must get a new Permanent Caste Certificate if they have the certificate in the older format. |
| Passport Size Photo and Signature | For online upload. |

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