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RailTel Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary for Data Centre Posts
Recruitment Overview
RailTel Corporation of India Limited, a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has announced a regular recruitment drive for technical positions in its Data Centre operations. This recruitment is for Direct Recruitment based on merit and interview, targeting dynamic professionals to join their team in Gurugram and Hyderabad data centres. With 9 vacancies across Deputy Manager, Manager, and Senior Manager levels, this is an excellent opportunity for experienced IT and System Administration professionals to contribute to nation-building projects like Station Wi-Fi, Video Surveillance, and Cloud Services. The selection is primarily interview-based, making it a merit-driven process without a competitive written exam.
Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name | Post Name(s) | Total Vacancies | Application Start Date | Last Date | Official Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RailTel Corporation of India Limited | Deputy Manager (Tech), Manager (Tech), Senior Manager (Tech) | 9 | 07.03.2026 | 06.04.2026 (18:00 Hrs) | www.railtel.in |
Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)
| Post Name & Level | Specialization | Vacancies (Category-wise) | Pay Scale/Salary | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Manager (Technical) / E-1 | System Admin | 3 (UR: 3) | Rs. 40,000 - 1,40,000/- (CTC ~ Rs. 12 Lakh + PRP) | 21-30 Years (Born between 07.04.1995 and 06.04.2005) |
| Manager (Technical) / E-2 | Database Admin (3), IT (1) | 4 (UR:1, OBC-NCL:2, EWS:1) | Rs. 50,000 - 1,60,000/- (CTC ~ Rs. 15 Lakh + PRP) | 23-31 Years (Born between 07.04.1994 and 06.04.2003) |
| Senior Manager (Technical) / E-3 | System Admin (1), IT (1) | 2 (SC:1, EWS:1) | Rs. 60,000 - 1,80,000/- (CTC ~ Rs. 18 Lakh + PRP) | 27-34 Years (Born between 07.04.1991 and 06.04.1999) |
Note: Vacancies are provisional and may change. Reservation details are as per government norms.
Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)
Educational Qualification
- All Posts: B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg) in Electronics & Telecom, Telecom, Computer Science, Computer & Communication, Information Technology, Electrical, Electronics, or any combination where Electronics/IT/Computer Science is a branch. OR M.Sc. (Electronics) or M.C.A. or equivalent from a recognized university/institute.
- Certification Requirements:
- Deputy Manager (System Admin): Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate OR Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) OR VMware Certified Technical Associate (VCTA).
- Manager (Database Admin): Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate OR MongoDB Certified Database Administrator OR MySQL Database Administrator OR Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate OR PostgreSQL Certified Engineer (CPe).
- Manager (IT): Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) OR Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) OR Oracle Certified Professional (Java Programmer) OR Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate OR Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner (CAIP).
- Senior Manager (System Admin): Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate OR Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) OR Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) OR Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) OR Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA)-Cloud.
- Senior Manager (IT): Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) OR Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) OR Oracle Certified Professional (Java Programmer) OR Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate OR Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner (CAIP).
Age Limit
- Crucial Date for Eligibility: 06.04.2026 (Last date of receipt of applications).
- Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBDs. Refer Annexure-II for details.
Mandatory Experience Requirements
- Deputy Manager: 2 years post-qualification experience in relevant areas (Annexure-I) in Central/State Govt., PSU, or private organization with turnover ≥ ₹300 Cr.
- Manager: 3 years post-qualification experience in relevant areas (Annexure-I) in Central/State Govt., PSU, or private organization with turnover ≥ ₹300 Cr.
- Senior Manager: 6 years post-qualification experience in relevant areas (Annexure-I) in Central/State Govt., PSU, or private organization with turnover ≥ ₹300 Cr.
- Experience Proof: Must submit Experience Certificate, Appointment Letter, First & Last Pay Slip, EPF/Bank statement. Gap between last employment and application date must not exceed 6 months.
Selection Process
This recruitment is based on Direct Recruitment through an interview. However, depending on the number of applications, a skill test or written test may be conducted.
- Primary Selection Stage: Interview (100 marks; qualifying marks: 60%).
- Alternative Stage (if triggered): Skill/Written Test (150 marks) + Interview (50 marks); cumulative qualifying marks: 60%.
- Final Merit: Based on merit and vacancy availability.
Application Fee
- General/OBC: Rs. 1,200/-
- SC/ST/PwBDs: Rs. 600/-
- Mode of Payment: Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favour of "RailTel Corporation of India Limited" payable at New Delhi. DD must be attached with the application form.
- Important: Fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Download Application Form: Access the prescribed format from Annexure-IV of the official notification.
- Fill the Form: Complete all details accurately, including region preference (Corporate Office/Gurugram or Southern Region/Hyderabad).
- Attach Documents: Self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience proof, category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), disability certificate (if applicable), and DD.
- Superscribe Envelope: Write "Application for the post of [Post Name]" on the envelope.
- Send Application: Mail to: Sr. Deputy General Manager/HR, RailTel Corporation of India Ltd., Plate-A, 6th Floor, Office Block-II, East Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi-110023 by post/courier/hand by 06.04.2026, 18:00 Hrs.
- NO Online Submission: Applications via email, fax, or online portals will not be accepted.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: 07.03.2026 (10:00 Hrs)
- Application Start: 07.03.2026
- Last Date for Application Submission: 06.04.2026 (18:00 Hrs)
- Crucial Date for Eligibility: 06.04.2026
Important Links Section
- Notification PDF: Download Official Notification
- Application Form (Annexure-IV): Available in the official notification PDF
- Official Website: www.railtel.in