Everything you need to know about DGMS certification - Eligibility, Fees, Documents, and Application Process for CMR 2017 & MMR 1961
Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS) certificates are mandatory certifications for professionals working in Indian mines. These certificates validate technical competence and safety knowledge required for various supervisory and operational roles in both coal and metalliferous mines.
For Coal Mines under Coal Mines Regulations, 2017
For Metal Mines under Metalliferous Mines Regulations, 1961
| Certificate | Fees (₹) |
|---|---|
| First Class Manager | ₹1200 |
| Second Class Manager | ₹900 |
| Surveyor | ₹600 |
| Overman | ₹600 |
| Sirdar | ₹400 |
| Winding Engine Driver | ₹300 |
| Gas Testing (Mines Act) | ₹300 |
| Certificate | Fees (₹) |
|---|---|
| Second Class Manager (Metal) | ₹75 |
| Foreman (Metal) | ₹50 |
| Surveyor (Metal) | ₹50 |
| Gas Testing (Mines Act) | ₹300 |
Prepare these 11 essential documents before applying for any DGMS certificate:
10th/Matriculation certificate with Date of Birth or 12th Certificate
Recent passport-size photos (3.5×3.5 cm) with Light Blue Background
Signature on White Background paper (scanned/photo)
Degree/Diploma certificates and mark sheets (self-attested copies)
Valid First Aid Certificate (must be valid on exam date)
Original medical fitness certificate (not older than 1 year)
Original character certificate (not older than 1 year)
Where applicable - mine work experience certificate
For metal mines - Heavy Earth Moving Machinery permission
Truth declaration affidavit for document authenticity
BHARATKOSH payment receipt (self-attested copy)
The Secretary (BME), Examination Section,
DGMS (HQ), Hirapur, Dhanbad,
Jharkhand - 826001
Only through BHARATKOSH portal
Website: www.bharatkosh.gov.in
Application must reach DGMS within
21 days of fee payment
Late applications will be rejected
| Feature | CMR 2017 | MMR 1961 |
|---|---|---|
| Applicable Mines | Coal Mines | Metal Mines |
| Main Certificates | Manager, Overman, Surveyor, Sirdar | Manager, Foreman, Surveyor |
| Fee Range | ₹300 - ₹1200 | ₹50 - ₹300 |
| Exam Type | Unrestricted & Restricted | Metal-specific |
| Special Requirement | Sirdar Certificate needed | HEMM Permission (for metal) |
Download official application forms and get latest updates from DGMS website
Official Website: https://www.dgms.gov.in/ | Payment Portal: https://bharatkosh.gov.in/
