Coal India Limited (CIL), the Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking and the world’s largest coal-producing company, has officially released the Coal India Industrial Trainee (CA/CMA) Recruitment 2025 notification. This recruitment drive is a dream opportunity for CA and CMA Intermediate qualified candidates who are looking to gain prestigious PSU training exposure with an attractive monthly stipend.
Under this recruitment, 125 Industrial Trainee (CA/CMA) posts will be filled across Coal India headquarters and its major subsidiary companies located throughout India. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 26 December 2025 (10:00 AM) to 15 January 2026 (5:00 PM) through the official website coalindia.in.
If you are a CA or CMA Intermediate student aiming to build a strong professional profile with PSU experience, this article will guide you through eligibility, vacancy details, stipend, age limit, selection process, and step-by-step application procedure.
🏢 About Coal India Limited (CIL)
Coal India Limited is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Coal. With its headquarters in Kolkata, CIL plays a crucial role in India’s energy security. Training with Coal India not only adds immense value to a candidate’s resume but also provides hands-on exposure to large-scale financial, cost, audit, and management systems followed by top PSUs.
📌 CIL Industrial Trainee (CA/CMA) Recruitment 2025 – Overview
Organization Name: Coal India Limited (CIL)
Post Name: Industrial Trainee (CA/CMA)
Total Vacancies: 125
Training Period: 15 Months
Stipend: ₹22,000 per month
Application Mode: Online
Start Date: 26 December 2025 (10:00 AM)
Last Date: 15 January 2026 (5:00 PM)
Official Website: coalindia.in
🪑 CIL Industrial Trainee Vacancy Details 2025 (Company-wise)
Coal India has distributed training slots across its headquarters and subsidiaries as follows:
Coal India Ltd. (HQ), Kolkata – 7
Bharat Coking Coal Ltd. (BCCL), Dhanbad – 12
Central Coalfields Ltd. (CCL), Ranchi – 15
CMPDIL, Ranchi – 7
Eastern Coalfields Ltd. (ECL), Sanctoria – 12
Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd. (MCL), Sambalpur – 20
Northern Coalfields Ltd. (NCL), Singrauli – 20
South Eastern Coalfields Ltd. (SECL), Bilaspur – 20
Western Coalfields Ltd. (WCL), Nagpur – 12
Total Vacancies: 125
Candidates must give nine preferences among these companies while applying.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria for CIL Industrial Trainee 2025
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
Passed Intermediate Examination of Chartered Accountant (CA) conducted by ICAI
ORPassed Intermediate Examination of Cost and Management Accountant (CMA) conducted by ICMAI
Additional conditions:
Candidates must be registered with ICAI or ICMAI.
Candidates who have already undergone one year or more of training under a similar scheme in any PSU are not eligible.
🎂 Age Limit (as on Crucial Date)
UR / EWS: 28 years
OBC (NCL): 31 years
SC / ST: 33 years
Age Relaxation
PwD (UR): 10 years
PwD (OBC-NCL): 13 years
PwD (SC/ST): 15 years
🔔 Note: Age relaxation for reserved categories is not applicable against unreserved posts.
💰 Salary / Stipend Details
Monthly Stipend: ₹22,000
Training Duration: 15 months
This engagement is purely for training purposes.
Completion of training does not guarantee employment in Coal India or its subsidiaries.
🧪 Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be purely merit-based and transparent:
Merit List Preparation
Based on percentage of marks obtained in CA/CMA Intermediate Examination (both groups combined).
Reservation Policy
As per Government of India norms.
Preference given to Land Owners and wards of employees.
Posting Allocation
Based on:
Merit ranking
Preferences filled by candidates (9 choices)
Tie-Breaking Rules
Older candidate gets preference.
If DOB is same, higher Class 10 marks will be considered.
Waiting List
A waiting list of 125 additional candidates will be prepared.
Vacancies due to non-joining will be filled from the waiting list.
🧾 Application Fee
✅ No application fee mentioned in the official advertisement.
🖥️ How to Apply for Coal India Industrial Trainee Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps carefully:
Visit coalindia.in and go to the Career section.
Click on Industrial Trainee (CA/CMA) Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online.
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill all required details carefully.
Provide nine preferences of CIL/subsidiaries.
Upload scanned documents:
Passport size photo
Signature
Date of Birth proof
Aadhar Card
CA/CMA Intermediate certificates & mark sheets
Caste/EWS/PwD certificates (if applicable)
Land owner / ward of employee proof (if applicable)
Submit the application and take a printout of the Registration-Cum-Application Form.
📌 No offline or manual applications will be accepted.
📞 Helpdesk Support
For any queries related to the application:
Helpline Number: 033 7110 4262
Timing: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Working Days)
🔗 Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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✨ Final Words
The Coal India Industrial Trainee (CA/CMA) Recruitment 2025 is a rare and prestigious opportunity for CA and CMA Intermediate candidates to gain PSU-level training, industry exposure, and professional credibility. With 125 vacancies, zero application fee, and a solid stipend of ₹22,000 per month, this recruitment is highly competitive.
