Overview
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has announced 100 Fresher Apprentice vacancies across four trades for the year 2026‑27. Candidates aged 18 and above with 10th/11th pass are eligible to apply online via the Apprenticeship Portal between 17 and 31 March 2026. The stipend is ₹8,200/month and selection is merit‑based on marks with elder preference in ties.
Key Details
- Organization
- South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), Subsidiary of Coal India Ltd.
- Qualification
- Candidates must have passed 10th / 11th grade as per the requirement of the relevant trade for Fresher Apprentices. Candidates should not be pursuing or have completed Apprenticeship Training in any other establishment in the same trade. Qualifications must be from Government‑recognised institutions only.
- Vacancies
- 100
- Posted
- 17 March 2026
- Last date to apply
- 31 March 2026
Important Dates
| advertisement_release_date | 17 March 2026 |
| application_start_date | 17 March 2026 |
| last_date_to_submit_application | 31 March 2026 |
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Vacancy Details
Office Assistant: 25; General Duty Assistant: 20; Assistant Mine Surveyor: 25; Security Guard: 30
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on % of marks obtained in qualifying examination (10th/11th) as per Government Reservation Policy and merit basis uploaded on Apprenticeship Portal. Tie‑breaker: If % of marks are equal, the elder candidate gets preference. Provisional selection list uploaded on SECL website. Document Verification + Medical Fitness Examination as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992 / Mines Rules 1955 (for Assistant Mine Surveyor).
How to Apply
Visit the official Apprenticeship website at www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in., Click the "Login/Register" tab, select "Candidate" and register as a candidate., Enter mobile number, email ID and click Register., Activate your account using the activation link sent to your email., Login and complete your profile, entering relevant information and uploading required documents., After registration, click "Establishment Search" and enter "South Eastern Coalfields Limited"., Enter the required data and click "Submit" to make your online application., Print out the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 100 Office Assistant, Security Guard and More Posts?
advertisement release date: 17 March 2026; application start date: 17 March 2026; last date to submit application: 31 March 2026
What is the age limit?
Minimum Age 18 years (as on last date of application 31.03.2026). Upper Age Limit: No upper age limit prescribed. Age Relaxation: Not Applicable.
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on % of marks obtained in qualifying examination (10th/11th) as per Government Reservation Policy and merit basis uploaded on Apprenticeship Portal. Tie‑breaker: If % of marks are equal, the elder candidate gets preference. Provisional selection list uploaded on SECL website. Document Verification + Medical Fitness Examination as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992 / Mines Rules 1955 (for Assistant Mine Surveyor).