Coal India Limited (CIL) has officially released the provisional answer key for the Management Trainee (MT) Computer-Based Test (CBT), which was conducted on August 24, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination (Advt. No. 03/2026) can now access their response sheets via the official portal to verify their performance.
CIL MT Answer Key 2026 Overview
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | CIL Examination (Computer-Based Test- 2026) |
| Vacancies | 660 |
| Advt. No. | 03/2026 |
| Answer Key Date | 30th August 2026 |
| Objection Window | 30th August to 3rd September 2026 |
How to Download CIL Management Trainee Answer Key 2026
Follow these steps to access your response sheet and the official answer key:
- Visit the official website at www.coalindia.in.
- Navigate to 'Career >> Jobs Coal India >> MT Recruitment CBT 2026 (Advt. No. 03/2026)'.
- Click the Answer Key option.
- Log in using your User ID and Password.
- Enter the captcha code provided to access your dashboard.
- View or download the answer key displayed on your screen.
- Compare your marked responses with the official key to estimate your performance.
- Save a printout for your records.
Important Checklist: What to Verify
- Your Response Sheet: Ensure you have the full list of options you selected during the exam.
- Official Answers: Verify the correctness of your responses against the keys provided by CIL.
- Your Score: Use the provided marking scheme to calculate your tentative score.
Calculating Your CIL MT Probable Score
The examination consisted of 200 multiple-choice questions totaling 200 marks. The marking policy is straightforward: 1 mark per correct answer, with zero negative marking for incorrect or unattempted questions.
Procedure:
- Sum up the total number of correct responses.
- Multiply by 1 to get your raw score.
- Confirm there are no deductions for incorrect answers.
Expected Cut Off Marks
| Discipline | UR | EWS / OBC-NCL | SC / ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 160 โ 165 | 155 โ 160 | 142 โ 148 |
| Electrical Engineering | 158 โ 164 | 152 โ 158 | 140 โ 146 |
| Civil Engineering | 162 โ 168 | 156 โ 161 | 145 โ 150 |
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