WCL Recruitment 2023 for Engineers: Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) is a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. It is the largest coal-producing company in India, with an annual production of over 100 million tonnes.
WCL is now inviting applications for 316 contractual Graduate/Technician Apprentice posts. The vacancies are available in various disciplines, including Mining Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Metallurgical Engineering.
WCL Recruitment 2023 for Engineers Notification
Notification Details
- The notification for the recruitment was issued on August 29, 2023.
- The online application process will commence on September 1, 2023 and will close on September 16, 2023.
- The eligible candidates can apply online through the WCL website at www.westerncoal.in.
WCL Vacancy Details
The following are the details of the vacancies:
- Graduate Apprentice: 101 posts
- Technician Apprentice: 215 posts
WCL Eligibility Criteria
The following are the eligibility criteria for the Graduate Apprentice posts:
- The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Metallurgical Engineering from a recognized university.
- The candidate must have a minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying examination.
- The candidate must have a valid GATE score.
The following are the eligibility criteria for the Technician Apprentice posts:
- The candidate must have a Diploma in Mining Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Metallurgical Engineering from a recognized polytechnic institute.
- The candidate must have a minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying examination.
WCL Age Details
The maximum age limit for the Graduate Apprentice posts is 28 years. The maximum age limit for the Technician Apprentice posts is 25 years.
WCL Qualification Details
The following are the required qualifications for the Graduate Apprentice posts:
- GATE score in the relevant discipline.
- Valid 10+2 (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Valid 3-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline.
The following are the required qualifications for the Technician Apprentice posts:
- Valid 10+2 (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Valid 3-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline.
WCL Application Fee Details
The application fee for the Graduate Apprentice posts is INR 1000. The application fee for the Technician Apprentice posts is INR 500.
WCL Salary Details
The monthly salary for the Graduate Apprentice posts is INR 8000. The monthly salary for the Technician Apprentice posts is INR 7000.
WCL All Important Dates
- Opening date of online application: September 1, 2023
- Closing date of online application: September 16, 2023
- Release of admit card: To be announced
- Date of examination: To be announced
- Declaration of result: To be announced
WCL Admit Card
The admit card for the examination will be released on the WCL website. The candidates will be able to download their admit cards using their registration ID and password.
WCL Examination Details
The examination will be held in offline mode. The question paper will be of objective type. The examination will be conducted in two parts:
- Part A: General Aptitude (30 questions)
- Part B: Technical (70 questions)
The duration of the examination will be 2 hours.
WCL Syllabus Details
The syllabus for the examination will be as follows:
- Part A: General Aptitude
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Logical Reasoning
- Data Interpretation
- Part B: Technical
- Mining Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
WCL Selection Process
The selection of the candidates will be based on the following:
- GATE score (for Graduate Apprentice posts only)
- Written examination
- Interview
How to Apply for WCL Recruitment 2023
The candidates can apply online through the WCL website. The following are the steps involved in the application process:
- Go to the WCL website.
- Click on the “Recruitment” tab.
- Click on the “Graduate/Technician Apprentice”
WCL Recruitment 2023 Officela and Apply Link
FAQ
Q. What is the last date of WCL recruitment?
Ans: 16 September 2023
Q. How do I become a WCL officer?
Ans: Through a written test or CBT Exam
Q. What is the salary of Western Coalfields Limited WCL?
Ans:  ₹ 0.3 Lakhs to ₹ 15.0 Lakhs
Q. Is WCL a government company?
Ans: WCL is a subsidiary of “Maharatna” Public Sector Undertaking- Coal India Limited.