NMDC Limited, a Navaratna PSU under the Ministry of Steel, Government of India, has released a recruitment notification (Advt. No. 03/2025) for various trainee positions across its units in Bailadila Iron Ore Mines – Kirandul and Bacheli (Chhattisgarh) and Donimalai Iron Ore Mine (Karnataka). A total of 700+ vacancies have been announced across technical and non-technical posts.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 22 May 2025 |
| Online Application | 25 May 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 June 2025 (11:59 PM) |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Qualification |
| Field Attendant (Trainee) | 151 | Middle Pass / ITI |
| Maintenance Assistant (Electrical) | 141 | ITI in Electrical Trade |
| Maintenance Assistant (Mechanical) | 305 | ITI in Fitter/Welder/Mechanic trades |
| Blaster Grade-II | 6 | Matric/ITI + Blaster Certificate + 3 yrs Exp |
| Electrician Grade-III | 41 | Diploma in Electrical + Certification |
| Electronics Technician Gr.-III | 6 | Diploma in Electronics |
| HEM Mechanic Grade-III | 77 | Diploma in Mechanical + HVD License |
| HEM Operator Grade-III | 228 | Diploma in Mechanical/Auto + HVD License |
| MCO Grade-III | 36 | Diploma in Mechanical + HVD License |
| QCA Grade-III | 5 | B.Sc (Chemistry/Geology) + 1 yr Exp |
⚠️ Note: Higher qualification holders than required are not eligible to apply.
Posting Locations
- BIOM Kirandul Complex – Chhattisgarh
- BIOM Bacheli Complex – Chhattisgarh
- DIOM Donimalai Complex – Karnataka
Each complex has its own reservation structure. Candidates must apply for only one post in one complex.
Pay Scale & Stipend
| Post Level | Stipend (1st 12 months) | Stipend (Next 6 months) | Regular Pay Scale |
| RS-01 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,100-3%-₹31,850 |
| RS-02 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,700-3%-₹32,940 |
| RS-04 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,900-3%-₹35,040 |
Age Criteria (As of 14.06.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (relaxations: SC/ST – 5 yrs, OBC – 3 yrs, PwBD/ExSM – as per Govt. rules)
Selection Process
- First Level Test (OMR/CBT):
- Field Attendant: GK (70 marks), Numerical/Reasoning (30 marks)
- Technical Posts: Trade Knowledge (30), GK (50), Numerical/Reasoning (20)
- Second Level Test:
- Field Attendant: Physical Ability Test (Qualifying)
- All Others: Trade Test (Qualifying)
- Minimum Qualifying Marks in 1st Test:
- UR/EWS – 50, OBC – 45, SC/ST/PwBD – 40 marks
- Qualifying Marks in Trade Test (2nd Level):
- UR/EWS – 40%, OBC – 37%, SC/ST/PwBD – 30%
How to Apply
- Apply online at: www.nmdc.co.in (Careers section)
- Application window: 25 May – 14 June 2025
- Application Fee: ₹150 (UR/OBC/EWS); Free for SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM
- official Notification:
General Conditions
- Only Indian citizens can apply.
- Higher qualifications than mentioned are not allowed.
- Admit card will be sent via email/post.
- TA reimbursement for SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM attending tests.
- Final selection based on CBT + qualifying in 2nd level test.
FAQs
Q1. Can I apply for more than one post or complex?
No. Only one post and one complex per candidate is allowed.
Q2. Is there a physical test?
Yes. Only for Field Attendant (Trainee).
Q3. What is the qualification for HEM Operator?
Diploma in Mech./Auto + Valid Heavy Vehicle License.
Q4. Is the trade test included in final merit?
No. It is qualifying in nature.
Q5. Are higher qualification holders eligible?
No. Overqualified candidates will be rejected.