KRCL Recruitment 2026: 03 Dy. Chief Electrical Engineer – Apply Offline @ konkanrailway.com

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Selected officers will draw pay and allowances admissible on the parent Railways as per DOPT instructions from time to time, plus deputation (duty) allowance as applicable.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Deputy Chief Electrical Engineer – Qualification & Experience

• Officer must belong to the Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE) cadre
• Must have completed a minimum of 5 years of Railway service
• Must be presently working at Joint Secretary / Senior Secretary (JAG/SS) grade, i.e., 7th CPC Pay Level 11 or 12
• Required Experience Domains:
• Design, planning, construction, and execution of Railway Electrification (RE) projects
• Operation & Maintenance of power supply installations, OHE (Overhead Equipment), and RC equipment
• Maintenance and operation of electric locomotives and Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) stocks outside electric loco shed
• Train operations, crew management, and maintenance/operation of electric locomotives based in shed
• Electrical General Services in Indian Railways / PSUs / Metro
• Candidate must possess knowledge of Railway Board and RDSO specifications and other relevant codes
• Age Limit: Below 50 years as on the notification date (07/10/2026)

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection for the post of Dy. Chief Electrical Engineer on deputation will be carried out as per the selection criteria prescribed in Ministry of Railways, Railway Board letter No. 2017/E(O)II/41/5 dated 25.05.2017 and No. 2018/E(O)II/41/1 dated 07.03.2018.

• Eligibility Screening: KRCL will shortlist eligible and suitable officers based on prescribed qualifications, experience, and the mandatory criteria stated in the Vacancy Notice.
• Eligible Suitable Applicants: Applications will be considered only if they are forwarded through the proper channel with approval of the Competent Authority in the Ministry.
• Railway Board Endorsement: KRCL will consider applications only from officers whose applications are forwarded by the Railway Board.
• Direct Interview / Committee-based Selection: Shortlisted candidates may be called for interview or assessed by a selection committee as prescribed.
• Retain Railway Accommodation: Deputee officers may retain their Railway accommodation as per Board guidelines during the deputation tenure at KRCL.
• No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending selection processes.

Term of Deputation & Important Instructions

• The term of deputation is 03 years (normal term), extendable up to a maximum of 05 years as per existing guidelines.
• Konkan Railway Corporation Limited has been granted exemption from the rule of immediate absorption up to 31/12/2026 by the competent authority.
• Applications of officers working in Zonal Railways/PSUs for deputation to Railway PSUs/Autonomous Bodies and other Organizations will be forwarded with approval of the Competent Authority in the Ministry of Railways.
• Applications must reach the designated authority well in advance – at least 07 days prior to the last date – as required by Railway Board letter No. 2018/E(O)II/41/1 dated 08/02/2023.
• Advance copies of applications along with enclosures must be sent to the designated email address of KRCL as mentioned in the official notification.

How to Apply for KRCL Dy. Chief Electrical Engineer

This is an offline application recruitment. The application mode is not online and not walk-in. Eligible IRSEE officers must follow these steps:

1. Download the official vacancy notification and prescribed proforma (Annexure 'A') from the official website: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited – Official Website
2. Download the official notification PDF: KRCL Vacancy Notice No. DE/07/2026 – Deputy Chief Electrical Engineer Official Notification PDF
3. Fill the prescribed application format completely with all required personal and professional details.
4. Forward the application through the proper channel with the approval of the Competent Authority, well in advance (at least 07 days before 06/11/2026), as required by Railway Board letter No. 2018/E(O)II/41/1 dated 08/02/2023.
5. Send an advance copy of the application along with enclosures via email to the email address mentioned in the official notification.
6. Post the complete filled-in application to:
   The Chief Personnel Officer, Konkan Railway Corporation Limited, C.B.D. Belapur, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra – PIN 400614

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original application in prescribed proforma (Annexure 'A')
• Attested copies of all IRSEE cadre service records
• ACRs for the last 5 years attested by Competent Authority
• Experience/profile certificate detailing relevant domain experience
• Pay fixation / DOPT 7th CPC pay details (Level 11/12)
• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for KRCL Dy. Chief Electrical Engineer recruitment?

The last date for submission of completed applications for the post of Dy. Chief Electrical Engineer at KRCL is 06 November 2026. Applications must reach the Chief Personnel Officer, KRCL, C.B.D. Belapur, Navi Mumbai by this date. Advance copies by email should also reach KRCL well before this deadline.

2. What is the mode of application for this KRCL recruitment?

This is an offline application recruitment. Eligible IRSEE officers must send their completed applications by post to The Chief Personnel Officer, KRCL, C.B.D. Belapur, Navi Mumbai – PIN 400614. An advance copy with enclosures must also be sent via email as prescribed in the official notification. There is no online application portal and no walk-in interview for this recruitment.

3. Is there an application fee for KRCL Dy. Chief Electrical Engineer?

No application fee is applicable. This recruitment is on a deputation basis for serving IRSEE cadre officers. The prescribed proforma (Annexure 'A') is downloaded from the official website free of cost.

4. What is the term of deputation and is this a permanent government job?

The term of deputation is 03 years (normal term), which can be extended up to a maximum of 05 years. This is a contractual/deputation appointment, not a permanent government cadre post. Officers will return to their parent cadre (Indian Railways) after the deputation tenure. KRCL has been granted exemption from the rule of immediate absorption up to 31/12/2026.

5. What is the salary/pay for KRCL Dy. Chief Electrical Engineer?

The officer will be placed at Pay Level 12 or Pay Level 11 as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (monthly basic: ₹78,800 or ₹67,700 respectively), on a JAG/SS grade basis. Selected officers will draw pay and allowances as per DOPT instructions admissible on the parent Railways from time to time, plus deputation (duty) allowance as applicable.

6. What are the eligibility qualifications for this KRCL recruitment?

Only serving IRSEE officers are eligible. The officer must have completed a minimum of 05 years of Railway service, must be presently working in JAG/SS grade (7th CPC Level 11/12), and must have relevant experience in Railway Electrification, OHE/Power Supply, Electric Locomotive and EMU operations, or Electrical General Services. Knowledge of Railway Board and RDSO specifications is essential. Age must be below 50 years as on 07/10/2026.