Maharatna PSU Invites Experienced Professionals for Senior General Manager Positions; Applications Open Until November 11
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Coal India Limited (CIL), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, has invited applications from experienced professionals for three General Manager positions in E-8 Grade under its Renewable Energy and Thermal Power verticals.
The recruitment has been notified under Advertisement No. LR (09)/2026. The online application process commenced on 12 October 2026 and will remain open until 11 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The official Coal India recruitment portal currently lists this notification as active.
3 Senior-Level Positions
Coal India is recruiting for three specialised General Manager positions:
| Position | Grade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| General Manager – Renewables | E-8 | 1 |
| General Manager – Civil – Thermal Power Projects | E-8 | 1 |
| General Manager – Mechanical – Thermal Power Projects | E-8 | 1 |
| Total | E-8 | 3 |
All three positions are Unreserved (UR) vacancies according to the recruitment details.
Salary: ₹1.20 Lakh to ₹2.80 Lakh
The E-8 General Manager positions carry a basic pay scale of ₹1,20,000–₹2,80,000 per month, along with applicable allowances and benefits under Coal India rules.
The package may include Dearness Allowance, HRA, performance-related pay and other applicable benefits.
Who Can Apply?
This is a senior lateral recruitment opportunity, primarily targeted at professionals with substantial experience in the power and energy sector.
Candidates generally need:
- B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engineering) in the prescribed discipline.
- Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience.
- Relevant specialised experience according to the position.
- Upper age limit of 55 years as on 7 October 2026.
- Government/PSU and eligible private-sector professionals can apply subject to the specific conditions in the notification.
1. General Manager – Renewables
1 vacancy
Eligible engineering disciplines include:
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
Candidates require at least 20 years of relevant post-qualification experience in the power sector. In addition, the notification requires prescribed renewable-energy experience during the preceding 10 years in areas such as project development, business development, regulatory affairs, commercial or engineering functions.
2. General Manager – Civil – Thermal Power Projects
1 vacancy
The position requires a Civil Engineering qualification and relevant experience in power utilities.
The prescribed experience includes substantial involvement in planning, construction and execution of greenfield or brownfield power projects, along with senior managerial experience.
3. General Manager – Mechanical – Thermal Power Projects
1 vacancy
Candidates must possess the prescribed Mechanical Engineering qualification.
The position requires significant experience in the execution of coal-based thermal power projects involving units of 500 MW or above, including prescribed senior managerial experience.
Private-Sector Professionals Can Also Apply
One notable feature of this recruitment is that eligible professionals from the private power sector may also apply.
For private-sector applicants, the recruitment conditions include requirements relating to the employer’s size/turnover and the candidate’s remuneration. The reported notification criteria include an annual employer turnover threshold of ₹1,000 crore or more and a minimum ₹52 lakh CTC in the last financial year, subject to the detailed conditions of the official notification.
Selection Process
Coal India will first scrutinise candidates against the prescribed qualification and experience criteria.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for a physical Personal Interview.
The shortlisting assessment considers:
| Parameter | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Qualification | 20 |
| Total Post-Qualification Experience | 40 |
| Specific / Domain Experience | 40 |
| Total | 100 |
Importantly, the shortlisting score is used to identify candidates for interview. Final selection is based on performance in the Personal Interview, according to the recruitment details.
Important Dates
| Particular | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 7 October 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 12 October 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Advertisement | LR (09)/2026 |
The official Coal India recruitment portal confirms the application closing time as 11 November 2026 at 23:59.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should apply online through Coal India’s official recruitment portal.
Candidates should:
- Visit the Coal India recruitment portal.
- Select Advertisement LR (09)/2026.
- Check the detailed eligibility requirements for the relevant General Manager position.
- Complete the online application.
- Upload the required qualification and experience documents.
- Submit the application before 11 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application and supporting documents.
Official Links
Official Coal India Recruitment Portal / Apply Online:
Coal India – Official Recruitment Application Portal
Official Coal India Website:
Coal India Limited – Official Website
Official recruitment listing: The Coal India portal currently lists LR (09)/2026 – Recruitment of Experienced Professionals in E-8 Grade in Renewable Energy & Thermal Power Verticals, with the application window ending on 11 November 2026.
Important: Candidates should download and read the complete official notification before applying. Eligibility, experience, grade equivalence, private-sector conditions and document requirements are position-specific.
Worldonomics Career Angle
Coal India’s latest E-8 recruitment reflects a broader shift in the company’s business profile beyond conventional coal mining. By recruiting senior professionals specifically for renewable energy and thermal power, CIL is seeking specialised leadership capabilities for its expanding energy portfolio.
For experienced professionals in the power, renewable energy, engineering and project-execution sectors, this represents a rare opportunity to enter a Maharatna CPSE at the General Manager level.
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