How many people work at Coal India, what are the salaries, and how to apply for a job?

News Topical, Digital Desk : The IPO of Bharat Coking Coal India, a subsidiary of Coal India, is in the news. In this context, we're telling you about Coal India Limited, considered the backbone of the country's energy needs, leading in coal production and employment. This company remains one of India's largest public sector companies (PSUs). We'll tell you how many employees work at Coal India. How to get a job there and how can you apply?

Coal India produced a total of 781.06 million tonnes (MT) of coal in FY 2024-25, while offtake was 762.98 MT. This is about 74 percent of India's total coal production, which shows the important role of Coal India in the country's energy security. Apart from this, the company also produced 2.42 MT of washed coking coal. Washed coal is a process by which the quality of coal is improved by removing impurities like ash, sulphur and other unwanted substances.

How many mines does Coal India have?

The company's operations span eight states across the country. Coal India currently has 310 active mines, including 168 opencast mines, 129 underground mines, and 13 mixed mines. These mines are located in Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Assam.

How many employees are there in Coal India?

According to Coal India's latest annual report, it has 220,272 employees. The company has long been considered one of the world's largest employers. Training has also been a major focus, with 733,941 training man-days recorded.

640 new recruitments through GATE

Opening new employment opportunities for youth, Coal India has recruited 640 Management Trainees (MTs) through GATE 2024. The recruitment was conducted across various disciplines, including Engineering, IT, Finance, HR, Geology, Environment, and Marketing.

How much salary is given in Coal India?

Selected candidates are placed in the E1 grade during their training period, offering a salary of ₹16,400 to ₹40,500. Upon completion of training, they are offered regular appointments in the E2 grade, with salaries ranging from ₹20,600 to ₹46,500. They also receive benefits such as DA, HRA, medical benefits, pension, gratuity, and many other benefits.

How to apply for a job in Coal India?

Applications must be made only through Coal India's online application system. To apply, visit the 'Careers at CIL' section of our website www.coalindia.in.

What is the share of the Government of India in Coal India?

The Government of India holds a 63.13 percent stake in Coal India. The remaining shares are held by institutional and retail investors. The company has Maharatna PSU status, the highest category in the public sector.

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