Overview
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) has released the official Answer Key for the Technician Trainee Recruitment Examination 2025. The exam was conducted on 30 June 2025, and the answer key was released on 04 July 2025. Candidates can log in using their Registration Number and Date of Birth to check their answer key via the official portal.
Important Dates
Application Start
17 April 2025
Last Date to Apply
10 May 2025
Fee Payment Last Date
10 May 2025
Exam Date
30 June 2025
Answer Key
04 July 2025
Application Fee
General / EWS / EBC
₹ 1180/-
SC / ST / PH
₹ 0/-
Payment Methods:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Age Limit (as on 10 May 2025)
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
30 Years
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per NCL recruitment rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Technician Fitter Trainee Cat III | 95 |
| Technician Electrician Trainee Cat III | 95 |
| Technician Welder Trainee Cat III | 10 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed Class 10th from a recognized board, completed a 2-year ITI in the relevant trade, and possess a 1-year Apprentice Training Certificate.
Note: For detailed eligibility, refer to the official notification.
Exam Pattern
| Exam Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper-Based) |
| Question Type | Objective Type (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Subjects | GK, Current Affairs, Science, Reasoning, Math |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Marking Scheme | +1 mark for correct answer; No negative marking |
| Exam Language | Hindi & English |
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
How to Download NCL CIL Technician Answer Key 2025
- Visit the official website of Northern Coalfields Limited: https://nclcil.in
- Navigate to the “Answer Key” or “CBT 2025 Answer Key” section
- Click on the “Technician CBT 2025 Answer Key” link
- Login using your Registration Number and Date of Birth
- Download the answer key PDF and compare your responses