Coal India Share Price in Focus; Moves 375 MT Coal by Rail till December FY26

Coal India Ltd (CIL) said it despatched around 375 million tonnes (MT) of coal through rail routes up to December in FY26, as per PTI report.  

The state-owned miner disclosed the figure in a regulatory filing, stating that the consignments were sampled by independent agencies at loading points across its subsidiaries. 

Sampling Under Government Framework 

The rail despatches were tested under the third-party sampling system mandated by the government. The mechanism is used to provide independent coal quality checks, reduce disputes between suppliers and power producers, and limit pilferage during transport. Sampling and testing are carried out in line with fuel supply agreements. 

Silo-Based Loading and Mechanisation 

CIL said about half of the rail despatches were carried out through silos fitted with auto mechanical samplers. These systems are used to standardise sampling and monitor quality during loading.  

The company is targeting around 80% silo-based despatches in the current fiscal, supported by new first-mile connectivity projects and expanded mechanised loading facilities. 

Empanelled Agencies and Buyer Choice 

A total of 11 third-party sampling agencies empanelled by Power Finance Corporation Ltd are authorised to conduct sampling and analysis at CIL’s subsidiary loading points. Coal buyers can select an agency from the panel to verify coal quality for their supplies. 

Real-Time Quality Analysis 

CIL has introduced online coal quality analysis at 2 subsidiaries to generate real-time test results. The company said the system is intended to improve transparency in sampling and increase the use of digital tools in quality monitoring. 

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CIL Share Price Performance  

As of January 23, 2026, 9:51 am, Coal India share price was trading at ₹422.80, a 0.095% decrease from the previous closing price. 

Conclusion 

The rail despatch data and related measures show continued use of mechanised loading, third-party sampling, and digital testing systems, as coal remains a major input for India’s electricity generation. 

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