RITES Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has released a recruitment notification for Engineering Professionals to be engaged on a contract basis through interview. The hiring is for project sites in Kerala and covers three Civil Engineering positions: Resident Engineer, Quality Engineer, and Field Engineer. Online applications open on 10 July 2026 and close on 30 July 2026. Candidates can find complete details on eligibility, vacancy break-up, age limit, remuneration, and the application process below.
RITES Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. The direct notification PDF download link was not specified in the source document provided; candidates should check the Career section of the official RITES website at www.rites.com for the notification PDF and online application link.
RITES Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | RITES Limited (A Govt. of India Enterprise) |
| Parent Ministry | Ministry of Railways |
| Category | Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise |
| Post Names | Resident Engineer (Civil), Quality Engineer (Civil), Field Engineer (Civil) |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Nature of Engagement | Contract basis (initially one year, extendable) |
| Place of Posting | Project sites in Kerala |
| Selection Mode | Interview |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Official Website | www.rites.com |
RITES Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| S. No. | Particular | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commencement of submission of online application | 10.07.2026 |
| 2 | Last date of submission of online application (VC No. CL/04/26 to CL/06/26) | 30.07.2026 |
| 3 | Interview date | Not yet released |
Age, experience, and all other eligibility criteria will be reckoned as on the cut-off date, i.e. 30 July 2026, the last date for submission of the online application.
RITES Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| Post | Institution / VC No. | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Engineer (Civil) | CL/04/26 | 3 |
| Quality Engineer (Civil) | CL/05/26 | 2 |
| Field Engineer (Civil) | CL/06/26 | 11 |
Category-wise break-up for Field Engineer (Civil), CL/06/26: UR – 7, EWS – 1, OBC (NCL) – 2, SC – 1, ST – Not specified. Resident Engineer (CL/04/26) and Quality Engineer (CL/05/26) vacancies are entirely under the UR category, with no vacancies indicated for EWS, OBC (NCL), SC, or ST for these two posts.
RITES Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Nationality requirements were not specified in the official notification provided. Candidates are advised to verify this detail on the official RITES website before applying.
Educational Qualification and Experience
| VC No. | Post | Minimum Qualification | Minimum Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| CL/04/26 | Resident Engineer (Civil) | Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering | Minimum 8 years in Road/Bridges/Buildings |
| CL/05/26 | Quality Engineer (Civil) | Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering | Minimum 5 years in Road/Bridges/Buildings |
| CL/06/26 | Field Engineer (Civil) | Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering | Minimum 2 years in Road/Bridges/Buildings |
The degree must be recognised by AICTE and awarded by a University established under a Central or State Act, an institution established by an Act of Parliament, or a Deemed University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. Sections A & B examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India), with enrolment on or before 31.05.2013, are treated as equivalent to a degree and accepted. Periods of training (other than on-the-job training), internship, teaching, academic work, fellowship, or PhD research are not counted as work experience.
RITES Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
- Resident Engineer (Civil) – CL/04/26: 55 years
- Quality Engineer (Civil) – CL/05/26: 55 years
- Field Engineer (Civil) – CL/06/26: 55 years
Age is reckoned as on the cut-off date of 30 July 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Number of years of service rendered + 3 years |
| J&K Domicile | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 10 years, in addition to relaxation admissible for SC/ST/OBC-NCL where the post is identified suitable for PwBD |
PwBD candidates with not less than 40% of the relevant disability are eligible for the 10-year age relaxation, applicable irrespective of whether the post is reserved, provided the post is identified as suitable for PwBD.
RITES Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category of candidates applying for VC No. CL/04/26 to CL/06/26.
RITES Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
- Selection is entirely through Interview, carrying 100% weightage — Technical & Professional proficiency: 65%, Personality, Communication & Competency: 35%.
- Minimum qualifying marks in the interview: 60% for UR/EWS candidates and 50% for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PWD candidates against reserved posts. There is no minimum qualifying mark required in the aggregate.
- Eligible candidates who successfully submit the online application are provisionally allowed for Document Scrutiny/Verification; only shortlisted/eligible candidates then appear for the Interview.
- RITES prepares a category-wise merit list of empanelled candidates and shares CVs with the client in order of merit. The final offer of engagement depends on approval of the CV by the client.
- Selected candidates must be found medically fit as per RITES Rules and Standards of Medical Fitness for the relevant post.
- Candidates may appear for the interview in either Hindi or English.
- Engagement is purely on contract basis, initially for one year, extendable until completion of the assignment subject to mutual consent and satisfactory performance. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India as per company requirement, though this recruitment is specifically for deployment at a client site in Kerala.
How to Apply for RITES Recruitment 2026
- Ensure you satisfy the eligibility conditions for the post before applying.
- Apply online through the registration format available in the Career Section of the official RITES website, www.rites.com.
- Note down the system-generated Registration Number displayed on the online form and use it for all further communication with RITES.
- Fill in Identity Proof details carefully; the same identity document must be produced in original at later stages of selection.
- Submit the application after completing the "Fill/Modify Application Form" section.
- Keep a printed copy of the submitted application form and carry it at the time of selection.
- Print and sign the application form containing the registration number; submit it at the time of Document Scrutiny/Interview along with self-attested photocopies of required documents in the prescribed order: photograph, updated CV/Resume, High School certificate (proof of DOB), all academic/professional certificates and mark sheets, EWS/SC/ST/OBC certificate (if applicable), identity and address proof, PAN Card, experience proof (if applicable), PWD certificate (if applicable), and any other supporting document.
- No documents are to be submitted at the time of online application; candidates can apply for any number of vacancies but only one application per vacancy, and an application cannot be altered once submitted.
Hard copies of documents should not be sent by post or courier. Original testimonials along with one self-attested copy must be produced at the time of selection. SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates must furnish caste certificates in the prescribed annexure format valid as on the cut-off date, and OBC-NCL candidates must additionally submit a non-creamy-layer declaration. EWS candidates must possess an Income and Asset Certificate valid for FY 2026-27, as per the Government of India format.
RITES Recruitment 2026: Remuneration
- Field Engineer (Civil), minimum 2 years' experience: Basic Pay ₹23,340/month; Gross Pay ₹42,478/month; Yearly CTC ₹5,09,741
- Quality Engineer (Civil), minimum 5 years' experience: Basic Pay ₹25,504/month; Gross Pay ₹46,417/month; Yearly CTC ₹5,57,008
- Resident Engineer (Civil), minimum 8 years' experience: Basic Pay ₹27,869/month; Gross Pay ₹50,721/month; Yearly CTC ₹6,08,658
The remuneration figures are indicative. Actual pay will depend on the place of posting and other terms and conditions of appointment.
RITES Recruitment 2026: Important Instructions
- Management reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify, or alter the selection/recruitment process at any stage without prior notice.
- The number of vacancies may vary from what is advertised.
- Candidates from Government Departments/PSUs, including RITES departmental candidates, can join only after being properly relieved from their parent organisation.
- Furnishing false or incorrect information, or suppression of material facts, will lead to cancellation of candidature, even after appointment if detected later.
- Any corrigendum or addendum will be published only on www.rites.com; candidates should check the website regularly for updates.
- An offer letter is not proof of experience; candidates must submit a joining and relieving order/experience certificate to claim experience.
- Legal jurisdiction for any dispute will be Delhi.
- No train/bus fare, TA, or DA is payable for appearing in the selection process.
- Queries should be sent only to [email protected] with VC No., Registration/Roll No., candidate's full name in block letters, and a valid email address; communications missing these details will not be attended to.
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