Official source: RITES Limited, Shikhar, Plot No. 1, Sector-29, Gurgaon – 122001, “Recruitment of Engineering Professionals on Regular Basis” – Cluster-I (VC Nos. RG/35/26 to RG/45/26, Manager & Assistant Manager posts) and Cluster-II (VC Nos. RG/31/26 to RG/34/26, DGM posts). Applicants must apply online through rites.com; hard copies are not to be sent by post/courier.
RITES Limited Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| Particulars | Cluster-I (Manager & Assistant Manager) | Cluster-II (DGM) |
|---|---|---|
| VC Nos. | RG/35/26 to RG/45/26 | RG/31/26 to RG/34/26 |
| Total Posts | 29 | 4 |
| Designations | Manager (6 disciplines) & Assistant Manager (5 disciplines) | Deputy General Manager (DGM) (4 disciplines) |
| Nature of Engagement | Regular basis; initial probation of 1 year from date of joining | |
| Application Mode | Online only, via the Career section of rites.com (common to both clusters) | |
Grand total across both clusters: 33 posts (29 + 4).
RITES Limited Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
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| Event | Date (both clusters) |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Application & Fee Payment | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 8 October 2026 |
| Date of Written Test | 25 October 2026 – applicable to Cluster-I (Manager & Assistant Manager) posts only; Cluster-II (DGM) posts have no written test |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 8 October 2026 (last date of application) |
Note: The written test for all Cluster-I Assistant Manager posts will be conducted at the same date & time. Age, experience and all other eligibility criteria are reckoned as on 8 October 2026 for both clusters.
RITES Limited Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
15 VC Codes
2 PwBD-Reserved Posts
33 Total Posts
Cluster-II – DGM Posts
| VC No. | Designation / Post | UR | Total | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RG/31/26 | DGM (Design Engineer / Long-span Bridges) | 01 | 01 | 41 years |
| RG/32/26 | DGM (Railway Alignment Designer) | 01 | 01 | 41 years |
| RG/33/26 | DGM (Geophysicist) | 01 | 01 | 41 years |
| RG/34/26 | DGM (Tunnel Engineer) | 01 | 01 | 41 years |
| Cluster-II Sub-total | 04 | — | ||
Cluster-I – Manager & Assistant Manager Posts
| VC No. | Designation / Post | UR | EWS | OBC(NCL) | SC | ST | Total | PwBD# | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RG/35/26 | Manager (Design Engineer / Long-span Bridges) | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 35 |
| RG/36/26 | Manager (Design Engineer / Bridges) | 03 | – | 01 | 01 | 01 | 06 | 01 | 35 |
| RG/37/26 | Manager (Design Engineer / Metro Stations) | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 35 |
| RG/38/26 | Manager (ESP Expert) | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 35 |
| RG/39/26 | Manager (Steel Structure Engineer) | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 35 |
| RG/40/26 | Manager (Bridge cum Instrumentation Engineer) | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 35 |
| RG/41/26 | Assistant Manager (Design Engineer / Bridges) | 05 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 10 | 01 | 32 |
| RG/42/26 | Assistant Manager (Cost Estimator) | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 32 |
| RG/43/26 | Assistant Manager (Survey) | 01 | 01 | – | – | – | 02 | – | 32 |
| RG/44/26 | Assistant Manager (Bridge Rehabilitation & NDT Engineer) | 02 | – | 01 | 01 | – | 04 | – | 32 |
| RG/45/26 | Assistant Manager (Tunnel Engineer) | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 | – | 32 |
| Cluster-I Sub-total | 29 | — | |||||||
PwBD Category-wise Break-up (Cluster-I)
| VC No. | Cat-a | Cat-b | Cat-c | Cat-d & e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RG/36/26 | – | – | 1 | – | 1 |
| RG/41/26 | – | 1 | – | – | 1 |
Note: 02 posts are reserved for the PwBD category on a horizontal basis (both within Cluster-I). The number of vacancies may vary as per RITES’ discretion. Cluster-II vacancy figures show only Unreserved (UR) categories in the source document, with no EWS/OBC/SC/ST or PwBD reservation indicated for any of the 4 DGM posts.
RITES Limited Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Cluster-II – DGM Posts (Minimum 11 Years’ Post-Qualification Experience)
| VC No. / Post | Essential Qualification | Relevant Work Experience |
|---|---|---|
| RG/31/26 DGM (Design Engineer / Long-span Bridges) |
Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering AND Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering | Min. 11 years post-qualification, of which min. 8 years in detailed design of long-span bridges (Cable-Stayed/Suspension/Extradosed); proficiency in MIDAS Civil/SOFiSTiK/LUSAS/CSI Bridge or equivalent |
| RG/32/26 DGM (Railway Alignment Designer) |
Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering | Min. 11 years post-qualification, of which min. 8 years designing alignment for new railway line/multitracking projects; Civil 3D/Bentley OpenRail Designer experience desirable |
| RG/33/26 DGM (Geophysicist) |
Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Geophysics AND Master’s Degree in Geophysics | Min. 11 years post-qualification, of which min. 8 years in geophysical testing (SRT, ERT, MASW etc.) for tunnels, bridges and related infrastructure |
| RG/34/26 DGM (Tunnel Engineer) |
Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering | Min. 11 years post-qualification, of which min. 8 years in the field of Tunnel Engineering |
Experience equivalence (Cluster-II): Govt./PSU/Autonomous Organization candidates need 11 years’ total experience with at least 2 years in the IDA pay scale of Rs. 60,000–1,80,000 or CDA Level 11 of the 7th CPC pay matrix (or equivalent for non-IDA/CDA organizations). Private-sector candidates need 11 years’ total experience with an annual CTC of at least Rs. 24.10 LPA as on the last date of application.
Cluster-I – Manager Posts (Minimum 5 Years’ Post-Qualification Experience)
| VC No. / Post | Essential Qualification | Relevant Work Experience |
|---|---|---|
| RG/35/26 Manager (Design Engineer / Long-span Bridges) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering AND Master’s in Structural Engineering | Min. 5 years post-qualification, of which min. 3 years in detailed design of long-span bridges; MIDAS Civil/SOFiSTiK/LUSAS/CSI Bridge or equivalent |
| RG/36/26 Manager (Design Engineer / Bridges) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering AND Master’s in Structural Engineering | Min. 5 years post-qualification, of which min. 3 years designing Railway Bridges/ROBs/RUBs; STAAD Pro/MIDAS Civil or equivalent |
| RG/37/26 Manager (Design Engineer / Metro Stations) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering | Min. 5 years post-qualification, of which min. 3 years designing Metro/RRTS Stations; STAAD Pro/ETABS or equivalent |
| RG/38/26 Manager (ESP Expert) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering | Min. 5 years post-qualification, of which min. 3 years in railway yard plan/ESP design for new line or multitracking projects |
| RG/39/26 Manager (Steel Structure Engineer) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering | Min. 5 years post-qualification, of which min. 3 years designing steel superstructure for railway/highway bridges, preferably including retrofitting/rehabilitation |
| RG/40/26 Manager (Bridge cum Instrumentation Engineer) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering | Min. 5 years post-qualification, of which min. 3 years in instrumentation of infrastructure/bridge works, condition assessment, FEM modelling and fatigue-life assessment |
Cluster-I – Assistant Manager Posts (Minimum 2 Years’ Post-Qualification Experience)
| VC No. / Post | Essential Qualification | Relevant Work Experience |
|---|---|---|
| RG/41/26 Assistant Manager (Design Engineer / Bridges) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering AND Master’s in Structural Engineering | Min. 2 years post-qualification, of which min. 1 year designing Railway Bridges/ROBs/RUBs/LHS; STAAD Pro/MIDAS Civil or equivalent |
| RG/42/26 Assistant Manager (Cost Estimator) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering | Min. 2 years post-qualification, of which min. 1 year preparing cost estimates and BOQs for railway bridges/projects; knowledge of USSOR and other SORs |
| RG/43/26 Assistant Manager (Survey) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering | Min. 2 years post-qualification experience in topography and land survey using Total Station, DGPS, LiDAR, Auto Level for railway/road projects |
| RG/44/26 Assistant Manager (Bridge Rehabilitation & NDT Engineer) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering | Min. 2 years post-qualification, of which min. 1 year in bridge design, inspection, condition assessment, NDT techniques and rehabilitation works |
| RG/45/26 Assistant Manager (Tunnel Engineer) |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering | Min. 2 years post-qualification experience in the field of Tunnel Engineering |
Experience equivalence (Cluster-I, Manager posts only – not stated for Assistant Manager posts in the source): Govt./PSU/Autonomous Organization candidates need 5 years’ total experience with at least 2 years in the IDA pay scale of Rs. 40,000–1,40,000 or CDA Level 7 of the 7th CPC pay matrix (or equivalent). Private-sector candidates need 5 years’ total experience with an annual CTC of at least Rs. 16.27 LPA as on the last date of application.
Common Eligibility Notes (Both Clusters)
- UR/EWS candidates (and SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD candidates applying against unreserved posts) need a First Class degree/minimum 60% marks; reserved-category candidates need at least 50% marks for consideration against reserved posts.
- The degree must be recognized by AICTE/UGC (as applicable), from a University/Institution established or incorporated as prescribed by law; Sections A & B of the Institution of Engineers (India) examination is also accepted as equivalent.
- If the certificate/marksheet does not show First Class/percentage, the applicant must submit the university’s CGPA-to-percentage conversion formula; absent a formula, an institutional undertaking is required, and 6/10 on a 10-point scale will be treated as 60%.
- Training (except on-the-job), internship, teaching, academic, fellowship or PhD research experience does NOT count as experience; Apprenticeship Act, 1961 training in the relevant discipline does count, subject to other eligibility conditions.
- Date of acquiring qualification is the earliest of: last day of the month of the final qualifying exam, date of declaration of result, date of issuance of marksheet, or date of issuance of degree – no relaxation is given on this account.
RITES Limited Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| DGM (all Cluster-II posts, RG/31/26–RG/34/26) | 41 years |
| Manager (Cluster-I, RG/35/26–RG/40/26) | 35 years |
| Assistant Manager (Cluster-I, RG/41/26–RG/45/26) | 32 years |
Age relaxation (common to both clusters): RITES regular/contract employees meeting the qualification and experience criteria get 5 years’ relaxation over the upper age limit. Additional relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years; OBC-NCL – 3 years; J&K Domicile – 5 years; Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) – 10 years (in addition to SC/ST/OBC-NCL relaxation where applicable), subject to the post being identified suitable for PwBD and production of required certificates. PwBD relaxation applies irrespective of whether the post is reserved, provided it is identified suitable for PwBD as per the notified table (Civil discipline: Locomotor disability and Hearing Impairment categories are identified suitable, per the respective cluster’s table).
RITES Limited Recruitment 2026 Pay Scale
| VC No. / Post | Pay Scale (INR) |
|---|---|
| RG/31/26 to RG/34/26 (DGM, Cluster-II) | 70,000 – 2,00,000 |
| RG/35/26 to RG/40/26 (Manager, Cluster-I) | 50,000 – 1,60,000 |
| RG/41/26 to RG/45/26 (Assistant Manager, Cluster-I) | 40,000 – 1,40,000 |
Pay will be fixed at the minimum of the scale. In addition to Basic Pay, selected candidates get DA, fixed/variable allowances, Performance Related Pay, medical facilities, HRA/lease accommodation, PF, Gratuity, Post-Retirement Medical Scheme, leave as per rules, Maternity/Paternity Leave, Group Insurance and Leave Encashment. Employees appointed on regular basis from other PSUs/Govt. organizations who applied through proper channel or submitted an NOC at interview are eligible for pay protection (Basic+DA) as per Company policy.
RITES Limited Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Cluster-I – Manager & Assistant Manager (Written Test + Interview)
- Written Test: 125 objective-type questions, 1 mark each, duration 2.5 hours. No negative marking. PwBD candidates get 50 minutes’ compensatory time. Qualifying marks: minimum 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD against reserved posts.
- Document Scrutiny: Based on written-test results and vacancies, RITES scrutinizes submitted documents; shortlisted candidates are called for interview preceded by original document verification.
- Interview: Candidates are called in the ratio of 1:6 to the number of vacancies. Weightage: Written Test – 60%; Interview – 40% (Technical & Professional proficiency 30, Personality/Communication/Competency 10). Minimum interview marks: 60% for UR/EWS, 50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD against reserved posts. No minimum qualifying marks are required in the aggregate.
- Test centers (tentative, subject to number of candidates and RITES’ discretion, except Delhi/Gurgaon): Delhi/Gurgaon, Kolkata, Bangalore, Mumbai, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati. Candidates give two center preferences; RITES reserves the right to allot any center.
Cluster-II – DGM (Interview Only, No Written Test)
- Document Scrutiny: Submitted documents are scrutinized; eligible candidates are called for original document verification and the selection process.
- Interview: Weightage – Interview 100% (Technical & Professional proficiency 65%, Personality/Communication/Competency 35%). Minimum interview marks: 60% for UR/EWS, 50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD against reserved posts. No minimum qualifying marks are required in the aggregate.
Common to Both Clusters
- Candidates may appear for the selection process in Hindi or English.
- Based on requirement and RITES’ discretion, the written test and/or interview may be conducted from Regional Offices, intimated via call letters.
- Appointment is subject to being found medically fit as per RITES Rules and Standards of Medical Fitness for the relevant post.
- Selected candidates will be on probation for 1 year and must clear a screening test for confirmation; failure may extend probation.
- Selected candidates are liable for posting anywhere in India or abroad as per Company requirements. An employee’s application will not be forwarded for outside jobs until 2 years of RITES service is completed.
How to Apply for RITES Limited Recruitment 2026
- Ensure you satisfy the eligibility conditions for the VC No. you intend to apply for (Cluster-I or Cluster-II).
- Apply online in the registration format in the Career Section of rites.com; note the ‘Registration No.’ generated for future reference.
- Carefully and correctly fill in all details under “Fill/Modify Application Form”.
- Upload all supporting documents under the “Upload Document” section, substantiating your eligibility claims (list in the Documents section below).
- Make the online payment under the “Make Payment” section; download the final application form after successful payment.
- Applications without successful fee payment are treated as incomplete and summarily rejected.
- Submit only one application per vacancy; the application cannot be altered once submitted.
Important: Hard copies of documents are not to be sent by post/courier. Candidates working in Government/PSU/Autonomous body organizations on a regular basis must apply through proper channel, or bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview (if called) to be eligible for pay protection and other benefits; NOC submitted after the interview date will not be considered.
Documents Required
To Upload During Online Application (Both Clusters)
- High School certificate for proof of Date of Birth
- Certificates and mark sheets of all academic/professional qualifications (10th, 12th, Diploma/Graduation/Post-Graduation, as claimed)
- Percentage Conversion Document from the University/Institute (wherever applicable)
- EWS/SC/ST/OBC Certificate in the prescribed Govt. of India format (wherever applicable)
- Proof of Identity & Address (Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Aadhaar Card, etc.)
- PAN Card
- Proof of each period of experience claimed, in a single PDF in chronological order (offer letter, joining order, relieving letter, service certificate, relevant pay slips, etc.)
- PwBD Certificate as per latest format (if applicable)
- Any other document supporting your candidature and claims
To Carry for Document Verification/Interview (if called)
- Printed, signed copy of the online Application Form with Registration Number
- 1 recent passport-size colour photograph
- Self-attested photocopies of all documents listed above, strictly in order, plus originals for verification
- Duly filled two copies of Annexure-A (Documents Submission Checklist) with supporting documents in chronological order
- For CTC/salary proof: last Form No. 16/Earning Card/salary slip/Appraisal letter or similar document (also reproducible on the day of interview)
- Caste Certificate as per Annexure I (SC/ST) or Annexure II (OBC-NCL), valid as on the cut-off date, plus the OBC-NCL Annexure III non-creamy-layer declaration where applicable
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate (Govt. of India format, valid FY 2026-27), where applicable
Important Conditions
- Management reserves the right to cancel/restrict/enlarge/modify/alter the selection process at any stage without notice; the number of vacancies may vary.
- Candidates from Government organizations/PSUs joining RITES must first be properly relieved from their parent organization.
- If a candidate is found not to fulfil eligibility norms, or has furnished incorrect/false information or suppressed material facts, their candidature is liable for cancellation – even after appointment, in which case services are liable to be terminated.
- Any corrigendum/addendum will be displayed only on www.rites.com; applicants should keep checking for updates.
- An offer letter is not proof of experience; joining/relieving order or experience certificate is required to claim experience.
- Legal jurisdiction for any dispute is Delhi. No fares/TA/DA is payable for the selection process.
- Where a specialization is required in the qualifying degree, a certificate from the University/Institution specifically confirming the specialization must be submitted.
- OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must not be older than one year on the cut-off date (last date of application); non-compliance means the candidate will be considered under General (UR) vacancies only, if otherwise eligible.
- Candidates found guilty of misconduct at any stage of recruitment (or later) are liable to legal/criminal prosecution and disqualification.
