| RITES Recruitment 2026 :- RITES presents a promising career opportunity for engineering professionals to join RITES Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. RITES is a premier multi-disciplinary consultancy organization in the fields of transport, infrastructure and related technologies. The company is urgently seeking dynamic and hard-working professionals for the position of Resident Engineer on a contract basis, to be posted at various project sites across India, particularly in the north-eastern region. Interested candidates who meet the stringent eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, post-qualification experience, and age limits, are encouraged to apply online. The selection process will be based on a written examination, and the appointment is purely on a contract basis initially for one year, extendable based on project requirements and performance. |
RITES Recruitment 2026 Details
| VC No. | Post Name | Number of Vacancies (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST) | Total Vacancies | Minimum Educational Qualification | Minimum Post Qualification Experience (Relevant Field) | Age Limit (as on 27.04.2026) | Nature of Engagement | Place of Posting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL/08-R2/25 | Resident Engineer | UR: 04, OBC(NCL): 01 | 05 | Full time Diploma in Mechanical / Civil / Instrumentation / Electrical Branch of Engineering OR Full time Degree in same disciplines | 05 Years post qualification work experience in Construction / Fabrication project or equivalent | 40 Years | Contract basis (initially 1 year, extendable) | North-Eastern region of India or anywhere in India as per company requirements |
RITES Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹ 300/- plus applicable taxes |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Full fee payable at the time of application. Refundable upon participation in the selection process (written exam), after deducting GST/bank charges, subject to submission and scrutiny of category certificate. |
| EWS / Ex-Servicemen / J&K Domicile | Not specified; refer to extant Govt. orders. |
| Payment Mode | Online only (as specified on the portal). Fees submitted through any other mode will not be accepted. |
RITES Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Category | Upper Age Limit (as on 27.04.2026) | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 Years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 40 Years | 3 Years (against reserved posts) |
| SC / ST | 40 Years | 5 Years (against reserved posts) |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 40 Years | 10 Years (irrespective of whether the post is reserved or not, provided the post is identified suitable for PwBD). Additional relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per rules. |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per extant Govt. orders | Deduction of military service as per rules |
| J&K Domicile (01.01.1980 – 31.12.1989) | As per extant Govt. orders | 5 Years |
| Crucial Date for Age Calculation | 27.04.2026 |
RITES Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Online Application & Document Upload | Candidates must submit online application and upload all required documents (educational certificates, experience proofs, category certificates, etc.). Failure to upload necessary documents will lead to candidature cancellation. |
| Stage 2: Written Test | 125 objective type questions (1 mark each). Duration: 2.5 Hours. No negative marking. Minimum qualifying marks: 50% for UR/EWS (45% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD against reserved posts). Weightage: 100% for selection. PwBD candidates get 50 minutes compensatory time. |
| Stage 3: Document Scrutiny | Based on written test results and number of vacancies, uploaded documents will be scrutinized by RITES. Only information furnished in the online application form will be considered. |
| Stage 4: Offer Issuance | Offer(s) will be issued based on project/company requirements, client approval (where applicable), and fulfillment of deployment criteria. Empanelment does not guarantee selection. |
RITES Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Application Submission | April 2, 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Form Submission & Online Fee Payment | April 27, 2026 |
| Written Test Date | To be notified |
| Cut-off Date for Age, Experience & Eligibility | April 27, 2026 |
RITES Recruitment 2026 Syllabus (Written Test)
| Subject / Discipline | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | Mechanics of Materials, Theory of Machines, Vibrations, Machine Design, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Engineering Materials, Casting & Forming & Joining Processes, Machining & Machine Tool Operations, Metrology & Inspection, Inventory Control, Manufacturing Processes, Testing of Materials, Material Science, Corrosion & Surface Engineering, Powder Metallurgy, Industrial Metallurgy & Quality Control, Physical Metallurgy, Extractive Metallurgy. |
| Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering | Electrical Circuit Theory & Basic Electronics, Electrical Machines, Digital Electronics & Microcontrollers, Instrumentation & Control Systems, Power Electronics & Renewable Energy, Power Systems, Electrical Transients & Relays. |
| Civil Engineering | Engineering Mathematics & Applied Mechanics, Building Materials & Construction, Engineering Drawing & CAD, Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulics, Transportation Engineering, Environmental & Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Project Management. |
RITES Recruitment 2026 Remuneration (Contract Basis)
| Post | Monthly Basic Pay (Rs.) | Monthly Gross Pay (Rs.) | Yearly CTC (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident Engineer | ₹ 17,853 | ₹ 32,492 | ₹ 3,89,906 |
| Note | Remuneration is indicative only. Actual remuneration depends on place of posting and other terms & conditions of appointment. |
How to Apply ?
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official RITES website: http://www.rites.com |
| 2 | Navigate to the Career Section and click on the online registration link for Advt. No. CL/08-R2/25. |
| 3 | Register by providing basic personal details and generate a Registration Number. Note this number for all future correspondence. |
| 4 | Fill the online application form completely with accurate educational, experience, and personal details. Carefully fill the Identity Proof details as the same document will be required for verification. |
| 5 | Upload all required documents (High School certificate for DOB, all educational mark sheets & certificates, percentage conversion document, category certificates, identity proof, PAN card, experience certificates in chronological order, etc.) under the “Upload Document” section. |
| 6 | Pay the application fee online under the “Make Payment” section. |
| 7 | After successful payment, download the final application form and keep a copy for future reference. Do not send hard copies to RITES by post/courier. |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for RITES Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the application fee for RITES Recruitment 2026 is April 27, 2026. The cut-off date for calculating age, experience, and all other eligibility criteria is also April 27, 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted.
Q2: How can I apply for the Resident Engineer post under RITES Recruitment 2026?
For RITES Recruitment 2026, candidates must apply ONLINE only through the official RITES website (http://www.rites.com). Navigate to the Career Section, complete the online registration, fill the application form, upload all required documents (educational certificates, experience proofs, category certificates, etc.), pay the application fee online, and download the final application form. Hard copies of documents are not to be sent by post/courier.
Q3: What is the selection process for RITES Recruitment 2026?
The selection process for RITES Recruitment 2026 consists of a Written Test (125 objective type questions, 1 mark each, 2.5 hours duration, no negative marking). The written test carries 100% weightage for selection. Candidates must score minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD against reserved posts) to be considered. Based on written test results and vacancies, uploaded documents will be scrutinized, and offers will be issued based on project requirements.
Q4: What is the age limit and relaxation policy for RITES Recruitment 2026?
For RITES Recruitment 2026, the upper age limit for the Resident Engineer post is 40 years as on April 27, 2026. Age relaxation is available as per Government of India norms: 5 years for SC/ST (against reserved posts), 3 years for OBC(NCL) (against reserved posts), and 10 years for PwBD candidates (irrespective of whether the post is reserved or not, provided the post is identified suitable for PwBD). Ex-servicemen and J&K domiciled candidates (1980-1989) are also eligible for relaxation.
Q5: What are the educational qualifications required for RITES Recruitment 2026?
For RITES Recruitment 2026, candidates must have a Full time Diploma in Mechanical/Civil/Instrumentation/Electrical Engineering with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD against reserved posts). Alternatively, candidates with a Full time Degree in the same disciplines are also eligible. Degree holders must have first class / minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD against reserved posts). Candidates must have minimum 5 years post qualification work experience in Construction/Fabrication projects or equivalent.