GMDC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Dy. General Manager, Assistant Manager and More Posts

Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited (GMDC), a Government of Gujarat enterprise, has invited online applications for four positions on a Fixed Term Employment Basis: Boiler Expert, Dy. General Manager/Sr. Manager (Survey), Dy. General Manager/Sr. Manager (Coal-I), and Assistant Manager/Management Trainee (Chemistry). The last date to apply online is 10/08/2026. This article covers complete details for each post, including job profile, eligibility criteria, remuneration, contract terms, selection procedure, and how to apply online.

GMDC Recruitment 2026 - Quick Overview

GMDC is a premier Public Sector Undertaking of the Government of Gujarat, engaged in the exploration, mining, and development of mineral resources as well as power generation across the State.

GMDC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

GMDC Vacancy 2026 - Post-wise Details

The exact number of vacancies against each post is not specified in the postings.

GMDC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility requirements differ for each post. The table below summarizes the essential educational qualification, experience, and mandatory certification for each role.

GMDC Job Profile: Key Responsibilities (Post-wise)

Boiler Expert - Job Profile

The Boiler Expert will act as a technical advisor to industrial clients, visiting plant sites to audit boiler performance and recommend efficiency improvements. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting on-site technical audits of operating boiler systems and identifying efficiency bottlenecks.
• Assessing compatibility of client boilers with lignite fuel blends and guiding operational adjustments.
• Suggesting design and engineering modifications to improve heat transfer and fuel mixing.
• Engaging with plant stakeholders and explaining the return on investment of recommended changes.
• Training sales managers and boiler operators on boiler fundamentals.

This role requires being based in Gujarat or willing to relocate, with extensive travel (more than 15 days a month) to industrial zones such as Ahmedabad, Surat, Morbi, and Dahej.

DGM / Sr. Manager (Survey) - Job Profile

This role heads survey operations for GMDC's Coal and Lignite mining projects, ensuring statutory compliance. Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising mine survey operations and ensuring compliance with the Mines Act, DGMS requirements, and Coal Mines Regulations.
• Preparing, maintaining, and certifying statutory mine plans, sections, and survey records.
• Providing survey data for mine planning, resource and reserve estimation, and volumetric calculations.
• Implementing modern survey technologies such as Total Station, DGPS/GPS, Drone/UAV survey, LiDAR, GIS-based survey management, and digital terrain modeling.
• Leading and mentoring survey teams, and coordinating with DGMS, IBM, and state authorities.

DGM / Sr. Manager (Coal-I) - Job Profile

This role leads mining operations of large mechanized opencast coal mines. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing day-to-day coal mining operations as per approved mining plans and statutory provisions.
• Functioning as a statutory official under CMR 2017 and liaising with DGMS, Ministry of Coal, state mining authorities, and pollution control boards.
• Achieving targeted coal production, overburden removal, and dispatch plans.
• Implementing safety management systems, conducting risk assessments, and driving a strong safety culture.
• Supervising mining contractors, validating contractor bills, and optimizing manpower and equipment deployment.
• Overseeing environmental compliance, reclamation, afforestation, and sustainable mining practices.

Assistant Manager / Management Trainee (Chemistry) - Job Profile

This role manages laboratory operations, quality control, and chemical analysis functions across GMDC's mining, lignite, and power operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting chemical analysis and testing of minerals, lignite, coal, ores, water, and effluents as per approved standards.
• Operating, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory instruments, and supporting QA/QC systems.
• Monitoring process parameters and providing analytical support for mining and beneficiation operations.
• Ensuring laboratory safety, proper chemical handling, and compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Supporting environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance, including Environmental Clearance and Consent to Operate requirements.
• Preparing laboratory and quality reports, and coordinating with production, mining, and project teams.

GMDC Recruitment 2026 Salary and Remuneration

Exact salary figures or pay scales are not disclosed in the postings; remuneration is stated as negotiable based on the candidate's current or previous compensation.

GMDC Recruitment 2026 Terms of Contract

• Boiler Expert: Contractual engagement for an initial period of one (1) year, extendable by one year based on performance and business requirement.
• DGM/Sr. Manager (Survey) and DGM/Sr. Manager (Coal-I): Contractual engagement for an initial period of two (2) years, extendable by one year based on performance and business requirement.
• Assistant Manager/Management Trainee (Chemistry): Contractual engagement for an initial period of two (2) years, extendable by one year based on performance and business requirement.

Across all posts, the engagement does not confer any right to regular appointment in the organization. The contract can be terminated by either side at any time by giving one month's prior notice or pay in lieu of the notice period.

GMDC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process is broadly similar across all four posts:

1. A Selection Committee will scrutinize applications and shortlist candidates based on merit, qualification, experience, and suitability for the position.
2. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Personal Interview. Travelling Allowance (TA) will be reimbursed as applicable to GMDC employees.
3. The decision of the Competent Authority on selection will be final and binding, and no correspondence on the matter will be entertained.
4. GMDC reserves the right to cancel the advertisement or recruitment process at any stage and may accept or reject any or all applications without assigning any reason.

How to Apply Online for GMDC Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the official GMDC website: www.gmdcltd.com.
2. Go to the "Current Career Opportunities" section and access GMDC's Online Recruitment Portal.
3. Select the relevant post you wish to apply for and read the job assignment and eligibility criteria carefully.
4. Fill in all details in the online application form and upload all requisite documents, including educational qualification certificates, experience certificates, and statutory competency certificates where applicable.
5. Submit the application online on or before 10/08/2026.

Applications are accepted only through GMDC's Online Recruitment Portal. Applications submitted through e-mail, post, courier, hand delivery, or any other mode will not be accepted.

GMDC Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions for Applicants

• Candidates must apply ONLY through GMDC's Online Recruitment Portal; no other mode of application is accepted.
• All details in the online application form must be filled carefully, with all requisite supporting documents uploaded.
• Applications with incomplete, incorrect, misleading, or inappropriate information, or without requisite documents, will be summarily rejected without further correspondence.
• Applications with missing documents, unclear or unreadable scanned copies, or discrepancies between the application and supporting documents will not be entertained.
• The responsibility for furnishing correct information and documents rests solely with the applicant. GMDC can reject an application at any stage if information is found false, incorrect, incomplete, or inconsistent with supporting documents.
• Any corrigendum related to this recruitment will be posted only on the official GMDC website.

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