East Central Railway has released advertisement number Per./Inspection/S&T/Notification/11/2026 notifying 11 vacancies for the post of Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T on a deputation basis. Candidates meeting the prescribed qualification of Sr. Section Engineer (Cadre Post) Pay Level-7 working in concerned department (S&T) of Zonal Railway/Production Unit can apply. The completed application must reach through proper channel on or before 5 November 2026 by e-mail or post. The notified pay for the post is Pay Level-7, and the selection process involves screening of eligible candidates by a screening committee followed by evaluation based on APAR and educational and professional qualifications.
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Overview
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
There are a total of 11 vacancies available for the post of Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T.
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
East Central Railway Recruitment Qualification
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Salary
The notification does not mention any additional allowances or benefits.
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be based on the screening of eligible candidates by a Screening Committee, which will be conducted based on prescribed marks for two items: APAR of last 03 years and Educational/Professional Qualifications.
Marks of APAR - Maximum Marks: 15
- Outstanding - 05 Marks
- Very good - 04 Marks
- Good - 03 Marks
- Average - 02 Marks
- Below average - 01 Marks
Marks of Educational Qualification - Maximum Marks: 05
- Degree (B. Tech or Equivalent) - 05 Marks
- Diploma/B. Sc. or Equivalent - 03 Marks
How to Apply for East Central Railway Recruitment 2026
- Download the application proforma attached with the notification.
- Fill in all required details in block letters including mobile number, email, and HRMS ID.
- Ensure the application is verified and signed by the concerned Personnel Officer and competent authority.
- Attach attested photocopies of Service Book and APARs for the last three years (2022-23, 2023-24 and 2024-25).
- Ensure the controlling officer certifies that no D&AR and SPE/Vig. case is pending or contemplated against the applicant.
- Send the completed application through proper channel by post or via e-mail to [email protected].
- Ensure the application reaches the official office on or before 5 November 2026.
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Advance copies of applications will not be accepted.
- Selected candidate will be posted in the concerned department for 04 years on tenure basis which can be extended/curtailed as per administrative requirements.
- Vacancy position may be changed at the discretion of the office.
- The selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India as per administrative requirements.
- The post is ex-cadre and the incumbent will be eligible for further promotion in their parent cadre only.
- In future, inspection work may be carried out by other agencies.
- Candidates applying against the post of SSE/Inspection posts are intimated that their selection/posting will be subject to the availability of Inspection posts.
- Experience in ex-cadre posts and pay level granted due to MACP will not be considered.
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