Retired senior executives from CIL, PSUs, government bodies and professional institutions can apply by May 13, 2026
BILASPUR (Chhattisgarh) South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has invited applications for the engagement of one full-time Advisor (CSR) on a fixed tenure basis. The appointment will be made under Coal India Limited’s policy for availing the services of retired CMDs, Directors and senior-level executives as full-time advisors.
According to the notification issued by SECL’s Executive Establishment Department on April 29, 2026, the selected Advisor (CSR) will support the company in strengthening its Corporate Social Responsibility activities. The role will include guidance on infrastructure development, community engagement and welfare projects under SECL’s CSR programme.
One Vacancy for Advisor (CSR)
The notification states that there is one post for Full-Time Advisor (CSR). The engagement is open to retired executives from Board level and below Board level, including officers from CIL and its subsidiaries, PSUs, autonomous organisations of Central and State Governments, officers of Class-C and above from Central and State Governments, and members of national-level professional institutions.
SECL has clarified that retired executives who opted for Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) will not be considered for the post.
Role and Responsibilities
The selected Advisor will provide job assistance and guidance in areas related to CSR implementation. The work will mainly focus on infrastructure development, community engagement and welfare-related projects. The Advisor may also be assigned other responsibilities from time to time as per the requirement of SECL management.
This indicates SECL’s focus on strengthening the planning and execution of its CSR initiatives through experienced leadership and domain knowledge.
Eligibility and Qualification
Applicants should have a degree in engineering in any discipline, or MSW, MBA, PG Degree in Social Work with specialisation in Community Development or Industrial Relations, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university or institution.
Candidates with qualifications in Community Development, Rural Development, Rural Management, Personnel Management or Human Resource Management will also be eligible.
Required Experience
Applicants must have experience in the field of Community Development or Corporate Social Responsibility. They should be retired executives from CIL, its subsidiaries, PSUs, autonomous organisations, government bodies, or recognised professional institutions.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in civil work. Exposure to Contract Management Cell will be considered an added advantage.
Age Limit
As per the notification, applicants should be more than 60 years old but should not be more than 65 years old during the contract period.
Monthly Honorarium
The selected Advisor will receive a consolidated monthly compensation depending on the grade held before retirement. The honorarium ranges from Rs. 50,000 per month for retired E-2 grade executives to Rs. 2,00,000 per month for retired CMDs of Schedule A companies.
Retired Directors and senior executives will receive compensation as per the scale mentioned in the notification. The Advisor may also be eligible for accommodation, conveyance, reimbursement for mobile phone usage, medical benefits, leave and TA/DA as per applicable rules.
Tenure and Posting
The Advisor will be stationed at SECL Headquarters or any other location as required by the company. The initial engagement will be for one year. It may be extended further depending on requirements and performance, subject to the applicable policy.
The engagement will also be subject to medical fitness certified by the company’s medical officer.
Application Deadline
Interested and eligible candidates must submit their application with self-attested documents by May 13, 2026, by 5:00 PM.
Applications should be sent to the Office of the General Manager (HR/EE), Executive Establishment Department, South Eastern Coalfields Limited, Seepat Road, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh – 495006. Applications may be submitted through registered post, speed post or email at gmhr.ee.secl@coalindia.in.
Documents Required
Applicants are required to submit proof of age, retirement or superannuation notice, qualification certificates, experience certificate, work experience and promotion details, and scale of pay certificate in case of non-CIL retired executives.
SECL has stated that incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on performance in the interview. No TA or DA will be paid for appearing in the interview or selection process. SECL reserves the right to change the number of vacancies, cancel, restrict, modify or alter the engagement process without assigning any reason.
Key Details
Post: Full-Time Advisor (CSR)
Organisation: South Eastern Coalfields Limited
Number of Posts: 1
Notification Date: April 29, 2026
Application Deadline: May 13, 2026, 5:00 PM
Age Limit: Above 60 years and not more than 65 years
Posting: SECL Headquarters or as per company requirement
Mode of Selection: Interview
Email: gmhr.ee.secl@coalindia.in
Website: www.secl-cil.in
