South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has released the recruitment notification for the posts of Mining Sirdar (T&S Grade-C) and Junior Overman (T&S Grade-C) in 2025. A total of 595 vacancies have been announced. Eligible candidates will be able to apply online via the official SECL portal.
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL)SECL Mining Sirdar & Overman Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern & SyllabusAdv No. SECL/BSP /HR/NEE/2025/अधिसूचना /1198 | Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
Selection Process
The selection process for SECL Mining Sirdar & Junior Overman 2025 includes the following stages:
- Written Examination (Objective Type – OMR Based)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
📘 Exam Pattern : SECL Mining Sirdar & Junior Overman Recruitment 2025
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Technical / Subject Knowledge | 60 | 60 |
| General Awareness (CIL, SECL & Current Affairs) | 20 | 20 |
| Mental Ability / Quantitative & Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-Based)
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Duration: 2 Hours
Negative Marking: No negative marking
Qualifying Marks: 35% (General), 30% (SC/ST)
📖 Detailed Syllabus
1. Technical / Subject Knowledge
(For Mining Sirdar & Junior Overman posts)
- Mining Methods: Bord & Pillar, Longwall, Opencast Mining
- Mine Gases, Ventilation & Gas Testing
- Mine Accidents: Causes, Prevention & Rescue Operations
- Safety Provisions under Coal Mines Regulations, 2017
- Use of Explosives and Blasting Techniques
- Mine Surveying, Machinery, and Pit Top Arrangements
- Duties & Responsibilities of Sirdar and Overman
- First Aid and Emergency Procedures
2. General Awareness
- Indian History, Geography, Polity & Economy
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Coal Industry Overview: CIL, SECL, Mines in India
- Science & Technology
- Environmental Awareness & Safety Practices
- Awards, Books & Authors, Important Days
3. Mental Ability / Quantitative & Logical Reasoning
- Simplification, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage
- Average, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Time & Distance
- Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Analogy
- Blood Relation, Direction Test, Data Interpretation
- Logical Puzzles & Statement-Based Questions
⚙️ Document Verification & Medical Test
- Original Certificates of Educational Qualification
- Valid Mining Sirdar / Overman Certificate
- Gas Testing Certificate
- Caste / Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Medical Fitness as per SECL standards
Important Links:
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Join GovFormhub Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
📅 7-Day Preparation Plan
📅 Day 1: Focus on Mining Acts, Gases & Safety Measures
📅 Day 2: Practice Technical MCQs from previous papers
📅 Day 3: Revise General Awareness & Current Affairs
📅 Day 4: Practice Quantitative Aptitude & Logical Reasoning
📅 Day 5: Revise Coal Mines Regulation & Rescue Procedures
📅 Day 6: Take a Full Mock Test (100 Qs, 2 hrs)
📅 Day 7: Analyze mistakes + revise weak areas
💬 FAQs : SECL Mining Sirdar & Junior Overman Recruitment 2025
Q1. How many questions are asked in the written exam?
👉 100 questions carrying 100 marks.
Q2. Is there any negative marking?
👉 No, there is no negative marking.
Q3. What is the exam duration?
👉 2 hours (120 minutes)..
Q4. What is the qualifying mark?
👉 35% for General and 30% for SC/ST.
Q5. What is the nature of the written exam?
👉 Objective Type (OMR-based).
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