Indian Bureau of Mines Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Regional & Assistant Controller of Mines (Deputation)

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Name of Post: Indian Bureau of Mines Controller of Mines Recruitment 2026 (Deputation)

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Brief Information: The Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has published a draft notification (F.N. 22/3/2026-M.III) inviting applications for the posts of Regional Controller of Mines, Senior Assistant Controller of Mines, and Assistant Controller of Mines on a deputation (including short-term contract) basis. If you are a serving government officer with a background in Mining Engineering looking for central government jobs, check out our latest jobs section for more updates. Eligible candidates can submit their applications via email or postal mail on or before 04 November 2026.

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Indian Bureau of Mines (Ministry of Mines)

Controller of Mines Deputation Recruitment 2026

Advt No: F.N. 22/3/2026-M.III

Important Dates

  • Notification Publication Date: 05 October 2026
  • Last Date for Receipt of Applications (Email/Post): 04 November 2026
Application Fee

  • All Candidates: Nil (No Application Fee)
Age Limit & Deputation Rules

  • Maximum Age Limit: Usually Not exceeding 56 Years as on the closing date (as per standard DoPT guidelines for deputation).
  • Nature of Appointment: Deputation (including short-term contract) basis.
  • Eligible Departments: Officers serving under Central/State Governments, UTs, Autonomous/Statutory organizations, PSUs, Universities, or Recognized Research Institutions.
Post-Wise Education Qualification & Experience Criteria
Post NameEligibility, Qualification & Experience
Regional Controller of Mines
  • Holding an analogous post on a regular basis OR with 5 years of regular service in Level-12 (Rs. 78,800-2,09,200).
  • Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mining Engineering.
  • Experience: 12 years (with Bachelor’s) or 10 years (with Master’s) of experience in Metalliferous (non-coal) mines in a management position or in a Government Department dealing with mines/minerals as a Gazetted Officer.
Senior Assistant Controller of Mines
  • Holding an analogous post on a regular basis OR with 2 years of regular service in Level-9 (Rs. 53,100-1,67,800) or Level-8 (Rs. 47,600-1,51,000).
  • Possessing the educational qualifications and experience prescribed for direct recruitment for the post.
Assistant Controller of Mines
  • Serving Assistant Mining Engineers in the pay matrix Level-7 (Rs. 44,900-1,42,400) with 5 years of regular service after appointment and successful completion of training.
Pay Scale / Salary Structure (7th CPC)

  • Regional Controller of Mines: Level-13 (Rs. 1,23,100 – 2,15,900/-)
  • Senior Assistant Controller of Mines: Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700/-)
  • Assistant Controller of Mines: Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500/-)
Important Links
Download Official Notification PDFClick Here to Download
Official IBM WebsiteClick Here to Visit

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Selection Process for IBM Controller of Mines Recruitment 2026

As this is a deputation (including short-term contract) recruitment, there will be no direct written examination. The selection process involves:

  • Application Scrutiny: The Ministry of Mines will evaluate the submitted applications against the required eligibility, service years, and educational qualifications.
  • Service Record Evaluation: Assessment of the officer’s APARs (Annual Performance Appraisal Reports) for the preceding years.
  • Vigilance Clearance: Ensuring the candidate’s integrity is clear and no disciplinary proceedings are pending or contemplated.
  • UPSC Consultation: The final appointment on a deputation basis will be made through consultation with the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

How to Apply for Indian Bureau of Mines Deputation Vacancies 2026

Eligible and willing officers must submit their applications through the proper channel from their parent departments. Candidates have the option to apply via email or post:

  • Download the official notification using the link provided in the table above to access the prescribed application format/proforma.
  • Fill in the bio-data form carefully with accurate service, educational, and experience details.
  • Submit the application to your current Employer / Head of Office.
  • The Forwarding Authority must verify the details, sign the employer certificate, and attach requisite documents (attested copies of APARs, Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate, etc.).
  • Email Submission: The application, preferably typed in MS-Office Word, can be emailed to k.thaneshwar@nic.in with a copy marked to ho-office@ibm.gov.in.
  • Postal Submission: Dispatch the hard copy of the routed application to the following address:
    Shri Thaneshwar Kumar, Under Secretary, Ministry of Mines, Room No 4406, GPOA-3, Netaji Nagar, Bhikaji Cama Place, New Delhi – 110023.
  • Ensure that the application reaches the Ministry on or before 04 November 2026.

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Indian Bureau of Mines Recruitment 2026 FAQs

Q: What is the last date to submit the application for the IBM Controller of Mines posts?
Ans: The last date to submit applications via email or post is 04 November 2026.

Q: Can fresh engineering graduates apply for these posts?
Ans: No, this recruitment is exclusively on a deputation (including short-term contract) basis for serving officers in Central/State Governments, PSUs, or autonomous bodies holding analogous posts or specified service years.

Q: What is the educational requirement for the Regional Controller of Mines?
Ans: The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mining Engineering along with 12 or 10 years of specific experience in metalliferous (non-coal) mines, respectively.

Q: What is the pay scale for the Senior Assistant Controller of Mines?
Ans: The Senior Assistant Controller of Mines post carries a salary at Level-11 of the 7th CPC (Rs. 67,700 – Rs. 2,08,700/-).

Q: How can I submit my application?
Ans: Applications can be sent via email (in MS Word format) to k.thaneshwar@nic.in and ho-office@ibm.gov.in, or by post to the Under Secretary, Ministry of Mines, New Delhi, through the proper channel.

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