Overview
Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) is recruiting 400 Assistant Managers across 9 engineering disciplines. This is an excellent opportunity for B.Tech/B.E graduates with 2+ years of experience to join India’s premier railway consultancy. With diverse specializations and great salary, this is a highly coveted recruitment!
📋 Organization Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | RITES Limited (Rail India Technical and Economic Service) |
| Post Type | Assistant Manager (Civil, Electrical, S&T, Mechanical, Metallurgy, Chemical, IT, Food Technology, Pharma) |
| Total Vacancies | 400 Posts |
| Job Type | Contractual (1 Year, Extendable Based on Performance) |
| Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | www.rites.com |
📍 Vacancy Details by Discipline
| Engineering Discipline | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil | 120 |
| Mechanical | 150 |
| Electrical | 55 |
| Metallurgy | 26 |
| Chemical | 11 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 14 |
| Food Technology | 12 |
| Signal & Telecommunication (S&T) | 10 |
| Pharma | 2 |
| TOTAL | 400 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Essential Qualification:
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree (B.Tech/B.E) in relevant Engineering/Technology discipline from a recognized university
Post-Qualification Experience:
- Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant engineering field
- Experience can be in any organization (Government/Private/Public Sector)
- Experience in your specific discipline is preferred
Important Notes:
- Only full-time degrees are considered (distance/online may not be eligible)
- Experience should be relevant to your engineering discipline
- Verify your field’s inclusion in the notified disciplines before applying
💰 Salary & Pay Details (Per Month)
Monthly Salary Structure:
- Basic Pay: Rs. 23,340 per month
- Gross CTC: Approximately Rs. 42,478 per month
Estimated Total Monthly Package (Approximate):
- Includes salary + allowances + benefits
- Total approximately: Rs. 42,000-45,000 per month
Additional Benefits:
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Medical and health insurance
- Conveyance allowance
- Special allowances as applicable
- Provident fund contributions
- Leave benefits
Note: Exact salary structure may vary based on location and applicable policies.
⏳ Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 40 years |
| SC/ST Candidates | Higher with relaxation (check notification) |
| OBC Candidates | Higher with relaxation (check notification) |
| PwD Candidates | Higher with relaxation (check notification) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Higher with relaxation (check notification) |
Age Calculation Date: 25 December 2025
Age relaxation is provided to reserved categories as per government norms. Check the official notification for exact age relaxation details.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 26 November 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 26 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 December 2025 |
| Written Exam Date | 11 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
Important: You have exactly one month to complete your application. Plan ahead and apply early to avoid last-minute rush!
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be done through a transparent two-stage process:
- Written Examination (60% Weightage)
- Online test covering technical knowledge
- General awareness and aptitude
- Discipline-specific questions
- Duration and mode details in admit card
- Interview (40% Weightage)
- Personal interview with senior officials
- Assessment of technical expertise
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Document Verification
- Original certificates verification
- Experience certificate verification
- Educational qualification verification
Selection Criteria:
- Merit-based selection
- Written exam (60%) + Interview (40%) = Final score
- Separate merit list for each discipline
- Category-wise reservation maintained
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Final selection depends on both exam and interview performance.
📑 How to Apply
Applying is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
- Visit Official Website – Go to www.rites.com
- Find Recruitment Section – Look for “Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025” or careers page
- Read Complete Notification – Carefully go through the official notification PDF
- Click Apply Online – Open the application portal at recruit.rites.com
- Create Account – Register with:
- Valid email ID
- Active mobile number
- Strong password
- Fill Application Form – Enter:
- Personal details (name, DOB, gender)
- Educational information
- Engineering discipline
- Post-qualification experience details
- Category (General/SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Upload Documents – Scanned copies of:
- Passport-size photograph (4×6 cm, colored, JPG format)
- Digital signature (JPG format)
- Relevant certificates
- Select Exam Center – Choose from available test centers:
- Delhi/Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata
- Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad, Bhilai, Chennai
- Patna, Lucknow
- Pay Application Fee – Online payment:
- General/OBC: Rs. 600 + taxes
- SC/ST/PwD/Women: Rs. 300 + taxes
- Accept via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI
- Submit & Print – Submit form and print confirmation receipt
⚙️ Key Documents Required
For Online Application (Scanned Copies):
- Passport-size colored photograph (4×6 cm, JPG format, recent, clear)
- Digital signature (JPG format, 3×1 cm approximately)
For Document Verification (Original + Self-Attested Copies):
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate (B.Tech/B.E)
- Bachelor’s Degree Mark Sheet (all semesters)
- Post-Qualification Experience Certificate (from previous employers)
- Service/Relieving Certificate from last employer
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable – Central Government format
- Disability Certificate if claiming PwD benefits
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate if applicable
- Aadhaar Card or any Government-issued ID
- Date of Birth proof (10th mark sheet or birth certificate)
- Address proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Utility Bill, Passport)
Important:
- All documents must be self-attested and in duplicate
- Bring original certificates for verification
- Any false information leads to permanent disqualification
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Portal | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | www.rites.com |
| Recruitment Page | RITES Careers |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is this a permanent job? A: No, this is a contractual position for 1 year, extendable based on performance and organizational needs.
Q2: What if I have experience in a different field than my engineering degree? A: Your B.Tech/B.E degree discipline must match the discipline you’re applying for. Experience should be relevant to the discipline.
Q3: Can I apply for multiple disciplines? A: Yes, you can apply for up to 2-3 disciplines, but only one application fee per discipline.
Q4: When is the exam date? A: The written exam is scheduled for 11 January 2026. Admit cards will be released before the exam date.
Q5: How many questions will be in the exam? A: Complete exam pattern and question details will be mentioned in the admit card. Check the official notification for details.
Q6: What is the cut-off mark for the written exam? A: Cut-off marks will be determined after the exam based on the candidate pool and difficulty level.
Q7: Is interview compulsory? A: Yes, only candidates who score above the cut-off in the written exam will be called for interview.
Q8: What is the posting location after selection? A: Posting can be at RITES offices across India. Preference may be considered but not guaranteed.
Q9: Can I get my application fee back if I don’t appear for exam? A: No, the application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Q10: How will I be notified about interview dates? A: You’ll receive notifications through email and SMS. Check your email regularly after the exam.
⚡ Pro Tips for Success
- Apply early (don’t wait till last date)
- Verify your engineering discipline is in the list before applying
- Keep all certificates and documents ready before starting application
- Use a personal email ID you check regularly
- Keep your mobile number active throughout the recruitment
- Save your application confirmation number
- Prepare for technical questions in your discipline
- Study general awareness and current affairs
- Practice aptitude and reasoning questions
- Keep checking official website for exam pattern updates
- Be ready with all original documents for verification
- Dress professionally for the interview
- Highlight your 2+ years of relevant experience clearly in the form
Last Updated: 16 December 2025 | Application Deadline: 25 December 2025 | Exam Date: 11 January 2026



