Abstract: Mining method is very important for mining，and the selection of mining method is a com⁃ plex and systematic work. In order to consider the influence of uncertainty and quantifiable factors on min⁃ ing method selection，a fuzzy analytic hierarchy process（FAHP）method suitable for mining method deci⁃ sion of underground metal deposits is proposed. Taking Jianshan Mine as an example，four alternative min⁃ ing methods are analyzed by fuzzy analytic hierarchy process，and the comprehensive optimization degrees of the four methods are 81.09%，78.19%，93.67% and 92.30% respectively，so as to determine the opti⁃ mal stage of sublevel drilling and subsequent filling method. The application of FAHP in the selection of mining methods effectively improves the decision-making efficiency and provides a reliable method for the comparison and selection of mining methods for underground metal deposits.

Key words: mining method comparison, fuzzy analytic hierarchy process, comprehensive evaluation, comprehensive optimization