Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL), a joint venture of the Government of India and the Government of Tamil Nadu, has released CMRL Recruitment 2026 through Employment Notification No. CMRL-HR-CON-DEP-06-2026 dated 14-10-2026. The notification invites online applications for 6 posts, from Assistant Manager (Public Relations) to General Manager (Signal & Telecom), on contract or deputation basis. However, only experienced officers can apply, because every post carries a grade-based experience requirement. Eligible candidates can therefore apply on the CMRL careers portal until 3 November 2026.
CMRL Recruitment 2026 at a glance: 6 posts | Consolidated pay Rs 62,000 to Rs 2,25,000 per month | Last date to apply online: 03-11-2026
Always cross-check the details against the official notification before applying.
Table of Contents
- Quick Summary of CMRL Recruitment 2026
- Important Dates
- Vacancy Details and Salary
- Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit and Relaxation
- Selection Process
- Application Fee
- How to Apply
- Important Links
- FAQs
Quick Summary of CMRL Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) |
| Notification No. | CMRL-HR-CON-DEP-06-2026 dated 14-10-2026 |
| Posts | GM (Signal & Telecom), AGM (Safety – O&M), Manager (Telecom), Manager (Electrical Traction), Manager (Electrical & Mechanical), Assistant Manager (Public Relations) |
| Total Vacancies | 6 (one post each) |
| Type of Employment | Contract / Deputation |
| Salary | Rs 62,000 to Rs 2,25,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Job Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Official Website | chennaimetrorail.org |
About Chennai Metro Rail Limited
CMRL is a special purpose vehicle responsible for implementing and running the Metro Rail Project in Chennai. It is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified, with its office at Anna Salai, Nandanam, Chennai – 600 035. This is the second CMRL hiring drive we are tracking this year, so you can compare it with our earlier post on CMRL Recruitment 2026 for 11 posts.
CMRL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 14 October 2026 (from notification) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 November 2026 |
| Age, Qualification and Experience Cut-off | 14 October 2026 |
CMRL Vacancy Details and Salary
| Post | Vacancy | Consolidated Pay (per month) | Min. Experience | Max. Age | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Manager (Signal & Telecom) | 1 | Rs 2,25,000 | 20 years | 55 | B.E / B.Tech (ECE / EEE or a combination) |
| Additional General Manager (Safety – Operations & Maintenance) | 1 | Rs 1,60,000 | 17 years | 47 | B.E / B.Tech, with working experience in safety organisation of Indian Railways / Metro |
| Manager (Telecom) | 1 | Rs 85,000 | 7 years | 38 | B.E / B.Tech (ECE / EEE or a combination) |
| Manager (Electrical Traction) | 1 | Rs 85,000 | 7 years | 38 | B.E / B.Tech (Electrical) |
| Manager (Electrical & Mechanical) | 1 | Rs 85,000 | 7 years | 38 | B.E / B.Tech (ECE / EEE / Mech) |
| Assistant Manager (Public Relations) | 1 | Rs 62,000 | 2 years | 30 | Graduation with PG degree in Public Relations or Communication |
Salary, Allowances and Tenure
Deputationists can either draw their parent-organisation pay plus a 10% deputation allowance and 10% project allowance on basic pay, or opt for the equivalent IDA pay scale in CMRL with IDA, HRA and Cafeteria Allowance (31.5% of basic pay). In addition, selected candidates also get medical and personal accident insurance, life insurance and mobile reimbursement as per CMRL HR policy.
Contract appointments are initially for 2 years and can be extended. Deputation is for 3 years, extendable up to 5 years. Moreover, contract staff may be considered for the IDA pay scale after satisfactorily completing 2 years.
Eligibility Criteria for CMRL Recruitment 2026
All degrees must be from a Government-recognised University or Institute approved by AICTE / UGC. Eligibility depends on where you currently work, so read the section that matches your employer.
General Manager (Signal & Telecom)
- Govt organisation: Officer in SAG / NF-SAG in Railways or equivalent in GoI, or Chief Engineer in a State Govt organisation.
- Metro / PSU: 20 years of post-qualification executive experience, including at least 3 years as AGM in the IDA scale Rs 1,00,000 – 2,60,000 or equivalent.
- Private sector: 20 years of experience with at least 3 years in top management reporting to a Director or Board, in a company with project size of Rs 500 crore or annual turnover of Rs 100 crore in the last 3 years.
- Experience: Installation, testing, commissioning and operation of Signal & Telecom systems such as electronic interlocking, automatic signalling, CBTC, backbone OFC, PA and surveillance systems, plus tendering and contract management.
AGM (Safety – Operations & Maintenance)
- Govt organisation: Officer in Selection Grade in Railways or equivalent in GoI, or Superintending Engineer with 17 years of experience in a State Govt organisation.
- Metro / PSU: 17 years of experience, including at least 3 years as JGM in the IDA scale Rs 90,000 – 2,40,000 or equivalent.
- Private sector: 17 years of experience with at least 3 years in senior management, with the same Rs 500 crore project or Rs 100 crore turnover condition.
- Experience: Railway or Metro safety organisation work covering the O&M Act 2002, Metro Railways General Rules, safety audits, incident investigation, coordination with CMRS, mock drills and safety training.
Manager (Telecom), Manager (Electrical Traction) and Manager (Electrical & Mechanical)
- Govt organisation: Officer in Senior Time Scale (STS) in Railways or equivalent in GoI, or Assistant Executive Engineer in a State Govt organisation, with 7 years of experience.
- Metro / PSU: 7 years of experience, including at least 4 years as Deputy Manager in the IDA scale Rs 60,000 – 1,80,000 or equivalent.
- Private sector: 7 years of experience with at least 4 years in middle management, in a company with project size of Rs 200 crore or annual turnover of Rs 50 crore.
- Telecom experience: OFC backbone, digital/IP exchanges, wireless, LAN/WAN, PA and surveillance systems.
- Electrical Traction experience: 25 kV OHE or 750 VDC third rail traction, traction substations, traction SCADA and EIG approvals.
- Electrical & Mechanical experience: MEP / E&M works, LT/HT distribution, HVAC, fire systems, BMS/SCADA, BIM and statutory clearances.
Assistant Manager (Public Relations)
- Qualification: Graduate with a PG degree in Public Relations or Communication.
- Govt organisation: Assistant Engineer cadre, or 5 years as Senior Section Engineer in Railways or equivalent; or Assistant Public Relations (Publicity) cadre in a State Govt organisation.
- Metro / PSU: 2 years of post-qualification executive experience, or 10 years in the IDA scale Rs 33,000 – 1,00,000 and above.
- Private sector: 2 years in junior management, in a company with Rs 200 crore project size or Rs 50 crore turnover.
- Experience: Press and media management, press releases, DIPR advertisements, newsletters, social media and website updates, and event coordination.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Age is counted as on 14-10-2026. The maximum ages are 55 (GM), 47 (AGM), 38 (Managers) and 30 (Assistant Manager).
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / SC (Arunthathiyar) / ST | 5 years |
| MBC / DNC, BC (other than Muslim), BC (Muslim) | 2 years |
| Differently Abled | Up to 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service in armed forces plus 3 years |
For example, even with cumulative relaxation, the upper age limit cannot exceed 58 years as on the notification date.
Selection Process
Selection is a two-stage process: a personal interview followed by a medical examination. However, only shortlisted candidates are called for interview, because CMRL may shortlist at its discretion. The first medical exam is paid by CMRL. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview. Finally, selection also depends on a satisfactory character and antecedents check.
Application Fee
The fee applies only to contract-type applicants and is non-refundable.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved and other categories | Rs 300 |
| SC / ST | Rs 50 |
| Differently Abled | No fee |
After that, pay by NEFT/UPI to M/S Chennai Metro Rail Limited and upload the payment receipt in the online form.
How to Apply for CMRL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the CMRL careers portal at careers.chennaimetrorail.org.
- Register with a valid email ID, which will be used for all further communication.
- Click the verification link sent to your email, then log in.
- Fill in every section, especially the Professional Experience (Area of work) section.
- Upload self-attested documents and pay the fee, if applicable.
- Submit before 03-11-2026. Hard copies are not accepted.
Besides the online form, Government and PSU employees must also apply through proper channel by emailing hr@cmrl.in and produce an NOC at the interview.
Documents to Keep Ready
Passport-size photo (JPEG/PNG, max 2 MB), age proof, community certificate, educational certificates, experience certificates, NOC (Govt/PSU), fee receipt, detailed CV, ex-servicemen or disability proof if applicable, and other documents in PDF. In addition, deputation candidates also need the last 5 years of ACRs, vigilance clearance and the prescribed certificate from their HR. Private-sector candidates must upload an organisational chart and project size or turnover proof.
Important Links for CMRL Recruitment 2026
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | careers.chennaimetrorail.org |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | chennaimetrorail.org |
| Helpline | 044-24378000 (10 AM – 6 PM, working days) |
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Should You Apply for CMRL Recruitment 2026?
Because there is only one vacancy per post and the eligibility is stiff grade-based eligibility, this drive suits experienced railway, metro and PSU officers. Check your current grade against the tables above first, because eligibility is tied to pay scale and years in grade rather than qualification alone. Therefore, apply early, since the fee receipt and uploads must be complete for the form to be considered.
FAQs on CMRL Recruitment 2026
What is the last date for CMRL Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 3 November 2026.
How many posts are in CMRL Recruitment 2026?
There are 6 posts, one each for GM (Signal & Telecom), AGM (Safety), Manager (Telecom), Manager (Electrical Traction), Manager (Electrical & Mechanical) and Assistant Manager (Public Relations).
What is the salary offered by CMRL?
Consolidated pay ranges from Rs 62,000 for Assistant Manager to Rs 2,25,000 per month for General Manager.
Is there any application fee?
Contract applicants pay Rs 300 (Rs 50 for SC/ST). Differently abled candidates and deputation applicants are exempt.
How are candidates selected?
Through an interview of shortlisted candidates followed by a medical examination.
Can freshers apply?
No. Every post requires prior executive experience, from 2 years for Assistant Manager up to 20 years for General Manager.
Written and verified by
Sandeep Khati
Founder and Editor, India Job Alerts
B.Tech in Computer Science from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College (2010). Former Systems Engineer at TCS and in digital publishing since 2011. He started India Job Alerts in April 2025 to publish verified government and PSU job notifications for West Bengal, Sikkim and the rest of India. Every post is checked against the official notification before it goes live. Also writes about the Darjeeling hills at SearchDarjeeling.