RITES Ltd., a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, released this recruitment notification on 10 July 2026 on its official website. As per the advertisement covering VC No. CL/04/26 to CL/06/26, online applications open on 10 July 2026 and close on 30 July 2026. This is for civil engineers who want contract-based work with a Government of India consultancy firm, on a project site in Kerala.
RITES is hiring 16 posts in total across three positions: Resident Engineer (Civil), Quality Engineer (Civil), and Field Engineer (Civil). A full post-wise and category-wise breakdown follows below. The posting is for a client project site in Kerala. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official RITES Ltd. notification for VC No. CL/04/26 to CL/06/26 dated 10 July 2026.
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Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | RITES Limited (Govt. of India Enterprise, Ministry of Railways) |
| Post | Resident Engineer, Quality Engineer, Field Engineer (Civil) |
| Total Vacancy | 16 |
| Salary | Basic pay ₹23,340 to ₹27,869 per month, based on experience slab |
| Application Mode | Online, through RITES Career Section |
| Eligibility | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering + 2 to 8 years’ experience (post-wise) |
| Selection Process | Document Scrutiny/Verification, then Interview |
| Place of Posting | Client project site, Kerala |
| Last Date | 30 July 2026 |
| Who Can Apply | Civil engineering graduates with relevant road, bridge, or building experience |
This is a summary only. It does not replace the full vacancy table below.
About RITES Limited
RITES Ltd. is a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. It works as a multi-disciplinary consultancy in transport, infrastructure, and related technologies, both in India and abroad. RITES handles project supervision, design, and quality assurance for railways, roads, bridges, and buildings on behalf of government and private clients. A contract role here gives a candidate exposure to large infrastructure projects and a public-sector work environment, without the long-term commitment of a permanent government post.
Working in Kerala
This vacancy is for a client project site in Kerala. One of the two interview venues is in Thiruvananthapuram, at RITES’ office opposite Hilton Hotel near Statue junction, a central and well-connected part of the city. The other interview venue is at RITES’ head office in Gurugram, near IFFCO Chowk Metro Station, so candidates from North India do not need to travel south just for the interview stage.
Compared to other current contract-engineer openings in public sector consultancies, RITES’ pay slabs and one-year contract structure are fairly standard for the industry. The advantage here is the option to appear at either venue, and the fact that RITES projects often lead to further engagements once a contract ends, since selection is based on an empanelled merit list shared with client organisations.
Important Dates
| Particular | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of online application | 10 July 2026 |
| Last date for online application (VC No. CL/04/26 to CL/06/26) | 30 July 2026 |
| Interview dates | To be announced |
Candidates called for the interview stage must report directly at the chosen venue between 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM; no separate call letter timing is mentioned beyond this window. Age, experience, and all other eligibility criteria are counted as on 30 July 2026, the cut-off date.
Vacancy Details and Salary
| VC No. | Post | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL/04/26 | Resident Engineer (Civil) | 3 | – | – | – | – | 3 | 55 years |
| CL/05/26 | Quality Engineer (Civil) | 2 | – | – | – | – | 2 | 55 years |
| CL/06/26 | Field Engineer (Civil) | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 | – | 11 | 55 years |
| Total | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
The notification states that the number of vacancies may vary.
Remuneration (by experience slab, for VC No. CL/04/26 to CL/06/26)
| Minimum Work Experience | Monthly Basic Pay (₹) | Gross Monthly Pay (₹) | Yearly CTC (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years | 23,340 | 42,478 | 5,09,741 |
| 5 years | 25,504 | 46,417 | 5,57,008 |
| 8 years | 27,869 | 50,721 | 6,08,658 |
The notification states this remuneration is indicative only. Actual pay depends on the place of posting and other terms of appointment.
Eligibility (Post-Wise)
| Post | Minimum Qualification | Minimum Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Engineer (Civil) — CL/04/26 | Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering | Minimum 8 years experience in Road/Bridges/Buildings |
| Quality Engineer (Civil) — CL/05/26 | Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering | Minimum 5 years experience in Road/Bridges/Buildings |
| Field Engineer (Civil) — CL/06/26 | Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering | Minimum 2 years experience in Road/Bridges/Buildings |
The age limit is 55 years for all three posts, as on the cut-off date of 30 July 2026.
Training, internship, teaching, academic, fellowship, or PhD research periods do not count as experience. The degree must be recognised by AICTE, from a university set up by an Act of Parliament or State legislature, or an institution deemed a university under the UGC Act, 1956. Sections A and B examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India), with enrolment on or before 31 May 2013, are treated as equivalent and accepted.
Age relaxation:
- SC/ST category: 5 years
- OBC-NCL category: 3 years
- Ex-servicemen: number of years served, plus 3 years
- J&K Domicile: 5 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 10 years, in addition to any SC/ST/OBC-NCL relaxation, where the post is identified suitable for PwBD
The notification identifies posts as suitable for candidates with Locomotor Disability and Hearing Impairment categories, subject to the functional classification and physical requirement codes listed in the official notification. PwBD candidates with at least 40% of the relevant disability qualify for the 10-year age relaxation and may apply even against posts with no vacancy specifically reserved for them.
Selection Process
Selection has two stages after the online application. Candidates who submit a valid application are provisionally allowed into Document Scrutiny/Verification, where eligibility is checked against the post applied for. Only shortlisted, eligible candidates then appear for Interview.
- Online Application
- Document Scrutiny / Verification
- Interview (100% weightage): Technical and Professional proficiency — 65%; Personality, Communication and Competency — 35%
A minimum of 60% marks in the interview is required for UR/EWS candidates, and 50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD candidates against reserved posts, to be considered for the selection panel. There is no separate minimum qualifying mark in the aggregate. Candidates can choose to appear for the interview in either Hindi or English.
Selection results in an empanelled merit list, prepared category-wise, which RITES shares with the client. Offer letters go out only after the client approves a candidate’s CV. The appointment is purely on contract basis, initially for one year, extendable by mutual consent and satisfactory performance. Selected candidates are liable for posting anywhere in India as per company requirement, though this particular recruitment is for a client site in Kerala.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for this recruitment.
How to Apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility conditions for the post before applying.
- Apply online through the registration format in the Career Section of the RITES website.
- Note the Registration Number generated on the online form; it is needed for all future communication with RITES.
- Fill in Identity Proof details carefully, and keep the same document ready for later stages.
- Submit the completed application form.
- Keep a printed, signed copy of the submitted application, along with the Registration Number, to carry to the Document Scrutiny/Interview stage.
Documents to Keep Ready
- One recent passport-size colour photograph
- Updated CV/Resume
- High School certificate (proof of date of birth)
- Certificates and mark sheets for all academic qualifications (10th, 12th, Diploma/Graduation/Post-Graduation, as applicable)
- EWS/SC/ST/OBC certificate in the prescribed Government of India format, if applicable
- Proof of identity and address (Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Aadhaar Card)
- PAN Card
- Proof of claimed work experience, if applicable
- PWD certificate in the latest format, if applicable
- Two filled copies of Annexure A (documents checklist)
No documents are submitted at the online application stage; they are needed only at Document Scrutiny/Interview.
Important Links
- Official RITES Recruitment Notification (VC No. CL/04/26 to CL/06/26)
- Apply Online — RITES Career Section
- More government job openings from indiajobalerts.com
Should You Apply?
This recruitment suits civil engineers with real site experience in roads, bridges, or buildings, who want a contract role with a large public-sector consultancy rather than a permanent government post. Candidates with exactly the required experience slab, 2, 5, or 8 years, stand a fair chance, since RITES lists specific experience floors rather than open competition across a wide range of backgrounds.
It does not suit candidates looking for permanent, pensionable employment; this is a one-year contract, extendable, not a lifetime appointment. Competition is likely to be moderate rather than extreme, since RITES contract roles get fewer applicants than permanent PSU or government posts, but the experience requirement itself filters out fresh graduates.
The clearest trade-off is contract versus permanent status: pay slabs here are reasonable for a contract role, and empanelment can lead to further RITES assignments, but there is no guarantee of continued work once a project ends. Posting is currently for a Kerala site, though selected candidates can be assigned anywhere in India as per company need.
FAQs
Is there an application fee for this RITES recruitment?
No. The notification does not list any application fee for VC No. CL/04/26 to CL/06/26.
Is this a permanent government job?
No. The appointment is purely on contract basis, initially for one year, extendable based on mutual consent and satisfactory performance, and depends on client approval of the candidate’s CV.
Can candidates apply for more than one post?
Yes. Candidates can apply for any number of vacancies, but only one application per vacancy, and an application cannot be altered once submitted.
What is the typical pay progression in similar RITES contract roles?
This is added context based on similar past RITES recruitments, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office. Contract engineering pay in RITES generally rises with declared experience slabs, as shown in the remuneration table, rather than through in-service increments during the one-year term.
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