Korba: Coal India Limited and its subsidiaries have credited the annual Performance Linked Reward (PLR) bonus of Rs 1,10,250 to the bank accounts of all eligible non-executive employees, bringing festive cheer to the coalfields ahead of Diwali.
The bonus amount was credited on Thursday, October 15, 2026, benefiting employees working in various subsidiaries, including South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) and Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL).
According to the information available, around 2.01 lakh non-executive employees across Coal India and its subsidiaries are covered under the bonus payment. The total expenditure on the payout is estimated at around Rs 2,216 crore.
The bonus amount has increased by Rs 7,250 compared to last year. Employees received Rs 1,03,000 in 2025, while the amount has been raised to Rs 1,10,250 for 2026. The increase is expected to provide additional financial support to employees during the festive season.
In Chhattisgarh, employees working in SECL’s major coalfields, including Gevra, Dipka, Kusmunda and Korba, are among the beneficiaries. The crediting of the bonus has brought relief to employees and their families, who can now make preparations for Diwali, including shopping and meeting household expenses.
The annual PLR bonus is an important financial benefit for Coal India’s non-executive workforce. The timely payment ahead of Diwali is expected to boost festive spending and bring added cheer to coalfield communities across the country.
