RITES Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5 Individual Consultant and Site Engineer Posts
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RITES Limited has released the RITES Recruitment 2026 notification for 41 posts. The last date to apply is 29 November 2026. The application fee is ₹ 85,000/- for NIL for all categories Job Location Ahmedabad. Apply only through the official website (rites.com).
Last checked: 05 Nov 2026, 8:51 pm
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Important details
| Name of post | RITES Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5 Individual Consultant and Site Engineer Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | RITES Limited |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 41 posts |
| Last date to apply | 29 November 2026 |
| Pay / salary | The payment for services is Rs. 85,000/- for Site Engineer, Rs. 1,20,000/- for each Section Engineer post and Rs. 2,00,000/- for Rolling Stock Expert, per month. |
| Selection process | Document Scrutiny/verification: all candidates who submit the online application are provisionally allowed to appear; eligibility for the post applied is verified. Candidates must be present in person or online. → Personal Interview: only eligible/shortlisted candidates appear. They are evaluated on technical skills, subject knowledge, experience, communication and interpersonal skills. RITES reserves the right to shortlist the number of candidates. → Client approval: CVs of candidates found suitable are shared with the client; only those whose CVs are approved receive an Engagement Letter. Actual deployment depends on award of work/project/company requirement. → The mode of selection is interview only, preceded by document scrutiny. → Document scrutiny and interview will be held at RITES Corporate Office, Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001, or through video conferencing/online, with the link sent to the registered email ID/official chat group. Originals with one set of photocopies must be brought for in-person scrutiny. No TA/DA is payable for attending the interview. Results will be uploaded on the RITES website, showing candidates as Suitable or Not found suitable. → Selection is by document scrutiny followed by a personal interview, tentatively on 1–2 and 3–4 December 2026; engagement also depends on the client approving the CV. |
| Posted on | 05 Nov 2026 |
| Last updated | 05 Nov 2026 |
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Important Dates
- Commencement of online application05 November 2026
- Last date to apply29 November 2026
- Document Scrutiny (tentative)1st & 2nd December 2026
- Interview of shortlisted candidates (tentative)3rd & 4th December 2026
Application Fee
- NIL for all categories Job Location Ahmedabad₹ 85,000/-
- YP/94/26 Individual Consultant: Section Engin₹ 1,20,000/-
- YP/95/26 Individual Consultant: Rolling Stock₹ 2,00,000/-
No. The application fee for all categories of posts is NIL.
Age Limit
- The age limit for all four posts is "Not exceeding 64 years". Age, experience and all other eligibility criteria are reckoned as on the last date of submission of application, 29 November 2026. The notice lists no age relaxation.
- The age must not exceed 64 years for all posts, reckoned as on 29 November 2026.
Total Post
41 Posts
About this notice
RITES Limited has published the RITES Recruitment 2026 recruitment notice for 41 posts. The largest are Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System (15), Section Engineer – Signalling (10) and Section Engineer - Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation (10).
Candidates need Site Engineer - Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning: Graduate in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering, Section Engineer – Signalling: Graduate in Electronics/ Telecommunication/ IT/ Electronics and communication Engineering and Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System: Graduate in Electrical Engineering. Age: The age limit for all four posts is "Not exceeding 64 years". Age, experience and all other eligibility criteria are reckoned as on the last date of submission of application, 29 November 2026. The notice lists no age relaxation; The age must not exceed 64 years for all posts, reckoned as on 29 November 2026. Check the official notification for category-wise relaxation and the exact cut-off date.
The application fee is ₹ 85,000/- for NIL for all categories Job Location Ahmedabad, ₹ 1,20,000/- for YP/94/26 Individual Consultant: Section Engin and ₹ 2,00,000/- for YP/95/26 Individual Consultant: Rolling Stock. Pay: The payment for services is Rs. 85,000/- for Site Engineer, Rs. 1,20,000/- for each Section Engineer post and Rs. 2,00,000/- for Rolling Stock Expert, per month.
The last date to apply is 29 November 2026.
Selection is made through document scrutiny/verification: all candidates who submit the online application are provisionally allowed to appear; eligibility for the post applied is verified. candidates must be present in person or online, personal interview: only eligible/shortlisted candidates appear. they are evaluated on technical skills, subject knowledge, experience, communication and interpersonal skills. rites reserves the right to shortlist the number of candidates, client approval: cvs of candidates found suitable are shared with the client; only those whose cvs are approved receive an engagement letter. actual deployment depends on award of work/project/company requirement, the mode of selection is interview only, preceded by document scrutiny and document scrutiny and interview will be held at rites corporate office, shikhar, plot no.01, sector-29, gurugram-122001, or through video conferencing/online, with the link sent to the registered email id/official chat group. originals with one set of photocopies must be brought for in-person scrutiny. no ta/da is payable for attending the interview. results will be uploaded on the rites website, showing candidates as suitable or not found suitable.
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RITES Limited ने RITES Recruitment 2026 41 पदों के लिए अधिसूचना जारी की है। आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 29 November 2026 है। आवेदन शुल्क: NIL for all categories Job Location Ahmedabad के लिए ₹ 85,000/-। आवेदन केवल आधिकारिक वेबसाइट से करें।
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Site Engineer - Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning | 6 | Graduate in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering |
| Section Engineer – Signalling | 10 | Graduate in Electronics/ Telecommunication/ IT/ Electronics and communication Engineering |
| Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System | 15 | Graduate in Electrical Engineering |
| Section Engineer - Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation | 10 | Graduate in Electrical/ Electrical and Electronics Engineering |
| Total | 41 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Site Engineer - Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning: Graduate in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering
- Section Engineer – Signalling: Graduate in Electronics/ Telecommunication/ IT/ Electronics and communication Engineering
- Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System: Graduate in Electrical Engineering
- Section Engineer - Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation: Graduate in Electrical/ Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Each post needs graduation in a specified engineering branch, such as Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering for Site Engineer, with 6 to 15 years of total experience and 2 to 5 years of relevant Metro/Railway experience.
Salary / Pay Scale
- The payment for services is Rs. 85,000/- for Site Engineer, Rs. 1,20,000/- for each Section Engineer post and Rs. 2,00,000/- for Rolling Stock Expert, per month.
RITES Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | RITES Limited |
| VC Nos. | YP/93/26, YP/94/26, YP/95/26, YP/96/26 |
| Post Name(s) | Individual Consultant: Site Engineer - Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning; Section Engineer – Signalling; Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System; Section Engineer - Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation |
| Vacancies | 5 |
| Tenure | Initial tenure 12 months (extendable) |
| Pay | Rs. 85,000/- to Rs. 2,00,000/- per month (varies by post) |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 64 years (all posts) |
| Application Fee | NIL for all categories |
| Job Location | Ahmedabad |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 29.11.2026 (till 23:00) |
About RITES
- RITES Ltd. describes itself in the notice as a multi-disciplinary Engineering and Consultancy organization providing services in all facets of transport infrastructure, building and other related technologies. Its manpower is provided on CV-based assignments, and this engagement is for deployment of personnel at one of its clients' sites. The notice gives the RITES Corporate Office address as Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001.
Vacancy Details
| VC No. | Post Name | Positions | Pay (Rs. P.M.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| YP/93/26 | Individual Consultant: Site Engineer - Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning (NK-55-P1) | 02 | Rs. 85,000/- |
| YP/94/26 | Individual Consultant: Section Engineer – Signalling (NK-40-P2) | 01 | Rs. 1,20,000/- |
| YP/95/26 | Individual Consultant: Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System (NK-51) | 01 | Rs. 2,00,000/- |
| YP/96/26 | Individual Consultant: Section Engineer - Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation (NK-38-P1) | 01 | Rs. 1,20,000/- |
| Total | 05 |
- RITES Limited has advertised 5 positions across four posts, all located at Ahmedabad. The notice states that the number of vacancies may vary.
- The notice does not give a category-wise break-up of the positions.
Relevant Experience for Each Post
- Site Engineer - Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning: minimum 02 years relevant experience (i.e. rolling stock testing, commissioning, inspection etc.) in Metro/Railways.
- Section Engineer – Signalling: minimum 04 years relevant experience (i.e. signalling systems supervision installation, testing, commissioning etc.) in Metro/Railways.
- Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System: minimum 05 years relevant experience (i.e. electrical systems of rolling stock, including design review, inspection, testing and commissioning etc.) in Metro/Railways.
- Section Engineer - Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation: minimum 04 years relevant experience (i.e. third rail systems, traction power supply and substation installation, testing and commissioning etc.) in Metro/Railways.
- The period of training (except on-the-job training), internship, teaching, academic, fellowship or PhD research experience is not counted as experience. Where a specialisation is required in the qualifying degree, the candidate must submit a certificate from the University/Institution clearly specifying it. The date of acquiring the qualification is the earliest of: the last day of the month of the final examination (or the exact examination date where stated), the date of declaration of result, the date of issue of the marksheet or the date of issue of the degree.
Retired Government Servants
- As per Rule 177 of GFR 2017, consulting services do not include direct engagement of retired Government servants, but a retired Government servant can be hired as consultant through a competitive process, only for specific tasks and a specific duration, and not against regular vacant posts.
- Candidates should check the official notification for the exact discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
Pay and Tenure
- Tentative project/work duration is 12 months for each post; the initial tenure of engagement is 12 months, extendable based on the performance of the individual and/or requirement of the project.
- The engagement may be extended by one year at a time, on the same project only, subject to a satisfactory Annual Performance Review based on Key Performance Indicators. No extension is given beyond the age of 65 years.
- Where the contract is for more than one year, remuneration may be reviewed annually, based on the escalation received in the client's fee for the previous year.
- Payment is released within one week after completion of the month, based on attendance registered. There are no statutory benefits such as PF/ESI/Gratuity.
- Income Tax is deducted at source with TDS certificates issued; Goods and Service Tax, as applicable, is admissible to the consultant.
- Leave is 1.5 days per completed month, with no accumulation beyond a calendar year; absence up to one month may be considered without remuneration. Women consultants may be eligible for maternity leave under the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017.
- No TA/DA is admissible for joining the assignment or on its completion.
- The payment for services is a fixed monthly amount per post (shown in the vacancy table). The notice also states:
- The Individual Consultant has the legal status of an Independent Consultant and is not a staff member or official of RITES Limited; the appointment is of a temporary nature. RITES may terminate the contract at any time without notice or reason, but in the normal course gives one month's notice; the consultant must also give one month's notice to resign.
Documents Required
- 1 Passport size Photograph
- High School certificate for proof of Date of Birth
- Certificates of Academic & Professional qualifications and statements of marks for all semesters/years (Xth, XIIth, Diploma/ Graduation/ Post-Graduation as applicable)
- Experience certificates from previous employers for the claims made in the application, and proof of different periods of experience (if applicable)
- Proof of Identity & Address (Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, Aadhaar Card etc) and PAN Card
- Any other document in support of candidature
- Self-attested photocopies with originals, in this order from top to bottom:
- For current employment, the experience certificate/joining letter with last 3 months' salary slips or last financial year/latest Form 16 must be produced. For proof of CTC/salary, a copy of Form No. 16, Earning Card, salary slip, appraisal letter or other suitable document is required. The Annexure-A checklist additionally lists the 12th marksheet, post-graduation and PhD documents if any, last company relieving letter/experience certificate, NOC (for Govt./PSU employees), Aadhaar Card and 02 recent passport size colour photographs, along with blood group, marital status and category.
Important Instructions
- Consultants on full-time basis may not take up any other assignment during the consultancy.
- Candidates working in any organisation, including Government Departments/PSU and departmental candidates of RITES, can join only after being properly relieved.
- Police verification is done as per MHA instructions; a negative report ends the contract immediately.
- RITES may require a Statement of Good Health from a recognized physician before work starts.
- Incorrect claims, suppression of facts or insufficient proof lead to rejection or termination, even after engagement.
- Any corrigendum/addendum will appear only on www.rites.com. Queries go to [email protected] with VC No., Registration/Roll No., full name in block letters and the registered email.
More Details
- Who Can Apply
- Selection and Interview
Mode of Selection
- Document Scrutiny/verification: all candidates who submit the online application are provisionally allowed to appear; eligibility for the post applied is verified. Candidates must be present in person or online.
- Personal Interview: only eligible/shortlisted candidates appear. They are evaluated on technical skills, subject knowledge, experience, communication and interpersonal skills. RITES reserves the right to shortlist the number of candidates.
- Client approval: CVs of candidates found suitable are shared with the client; only those whose CVs are approved receive an Engagement Letter. Actual deployment depends on award of work/project/company requirement.
- The mode of selection is interview only, preceded by document scrutiny.
- Document scrutiny and interview will be held at RITES Corporate Office, Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001, or through video conferencing/online, with the link sent to the registered email ID/official chat group. Originals with one set of photocopies must be brought for in-person scrutiny. No TA/DA is payable for attending the interview. Results will be uploaded on the RITES website, showing candidates as Suitable or Not found suitable.
- Selection is by document scrutiny followed by a personal interview, tentatively on 1–2 and 3–4 December 2026; engagement also depends on the client approving the CV.
How to Apply for RITES Recruitment 2026
- Open the Career Section of the RITES website, http://www.rites.com, and apply online in the registration format (a valid e-mail ID is essential).
- Note down the "Registration No." generated on top of the online form and quote it in all further communication with RITES.
- Fill the "Identity Proof" details carefully; the same Identity Proof must be produced in original at later stages.
- Upload clear scanned copies of all the documents listed below on the RITES website.
- Fill the details under "Fill/ Modify Application Form" and submit the application before 29.11.2026 (till 23:00). Applications once submitted cannot be altered.
- Print and sign the online application form containing the registration number, and bring it with the documents and a filled Annexure A at document verification/interview.
- Candidates can apply for any number of vacancies. Hard copies of documents are not to be sent by post or courier.
How to prepare
- Selection for this notice: Document Scrutiny/verification: all candidates who submit the online application are provisionally allowed to appear; eligibility for the post applied is verified. Candidates must be present in person or online → Personal Interview: only eligible/shortlisted candidates appear. They are evaluated on technical skills, subject knowledge, experience, communication and interpersonal skills. RITES reserves the right to shortlist the number of candidates → Client approval: CVs of candidates found suitable are shared with the client; only those whose CVs are approved receive an Engagement Letter. Actual deployment depends on award of work/project/company requirement → The mode of selection is interview only, preceded by document scrutiny → Document scrutiny and interview will be held at RITES Corporate Office, Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001, or through video conferencing/online, with the link sent to the registered email ID/official chat group. Originals with one set of photocopies must be brought for in-person scrutiny. No TA/DA is payable for attending the interview. Results will be uploaded on the RITES website, showing candidates as Suitable or Not found suitable.
- A typing or skill test is part of selection: practise every day at the speed the notification asks for.
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Important Links
| Apply Online for RITES Individual Consultant | Click Here rites.com |
|---|---|
| RITES Individual Consultant Notification PDF | Download rites.com |
| RITES Official Website | Click Here rites.com |
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online for RITES Individual Consultant | Open from 05.11.2026 to 29.11.2026 |
| RITES Individual Consultant Notification PDF | Official notice with Annexure-A |
| RITES Official Website | Career Section, results and updates |
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for RITES Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 29 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in RITES Recruitment 2026?
There are 41 posts in total.
What is the age limit for RITES Recruitment 2026?
The age limit for all four posts is "Not exceeding 64 years". Age, experience and all other eligibility criteria are reckoned as on the last date of submission of application, 29 November 2026. The notice lists no age relaxation; The age must not exceed 64 years for all posts, reckoned as on 29 November 2026.
What is the application fee for RITES Recruitment 2026?
NIL for all categories Job Location Ahmedabad: ₹ 85,000/-; YP/94/26 Individual Consultant: Section Engin: ₹ 1,20,000/-; YP/95/26 Individual Consultant: Rolling Stock: ₹ 2,00,000/-.
What qualification is needed for RITES Recruitment 2026?
Site Engineer - Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning: Graduate in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering | Section Engineer – Signalling: Graduate in Electronics/ Telecommunication/ IT/ Electronics and communication Engineering | Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System: Graduate in Electrical Engineering | Section Engineer - Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation: Graduate in Electrical/ Electrical …
What is the selection process for RITES Recruitment 2026?
Document Scrutiny/verification: all candidates who submit the online application are provisionally allowed to appear; eligibility for the post applied is verified. Candidates must be present in person or online, Personal Interview: only eligible/shortlisted candidates appear. They are evaluated on technical skills, subject knowledge, experience, communication and interpersonal skills. RITES reserves the right to shortlist the number of candidates, Client approval: CVs of candidates found suitable are shared with the client; only those whose CVs are approved receive an Engagement Letter. Actual deployment depends on award of work/project/company requirement, The mode of selection is interview only, preceded by document scrutiny, Document scrutiny and interview will be held at RITES Corporate Office, Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001, or through video conferencing/online, with the link sent to the registered email ID/official chat group. Originals with one set of photocopies must be brought for in-person scrutiny. No TA/DA is payable for attending the interview. Results will be uploaded on the RITES website, showing candidates as Suitable or Not found suitable, Selection is by document scrutiny followed by a personal interview, tentatively on 1–2 and 3–4 December 2026; engagement also depends on the client approving the CV.
What is the official website for RITES Recruitment 2026?
The official website is http://www.rites.com.
Where do I apply for RITES Recruitment 2026?
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