RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 for 53 Technical Personnel – Apply Offline @ railtelindia.com
Are you searching for the latest government jobs 2026? RailTel Corporation of India Limited—a Government of India Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways—has released the official RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 notification on 20 May 2026. This is a golden opportunity for experienced technical professionals to join a prestigious public sector project on a contractual basis. The Sarkari Naukri notification announces 53 vacancies across 20 technical posts in the Southern Region (Bengaluru, Karnataka). If you are looking for contract-based government jobs with attractive annual CTC and career growth, apply offline before the last date.
A total of 53 vacancies have been announced for contract engagement across 20 technical posts under the KSWAN Project of RailTel in the Southern Region. All posts are located at Bangalore except Nodal Officers (anywhere in Karnataka). The overall reservation distribution across all posts is UR-22, OBC NCL-14, SC-08, ST-04, EWS-05. Number of posts shown are tentative and may change depending upon project requirements.
| Sn | Post Designation | Location | Vacancy Count | Salary (Annual CTC INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Director | Bangalore | 1 | 17,32,810 |
| 2 | Project Manager | Bangalore | 1 | 13,10,400 |
| 3 | Network Specialist | Bangalore | 1 | 14,47,614 |
| 4 | Network Admin-1 | Bangalore | 3 | 11,75,010 |
| 5 | Network Admin-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 8,04,850 |
| 6 | Network Engineer-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 7,75,545 |
| 7 | Network Engineer-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,96,585 |
| 8 | Network Engineer-3 | Bangalore | 1 | 4,55,465 |
| 9 | Security Specialist | Bangalore | 1 | 12,57,027 |
| 10 | Security Admin | Bangalore | 1 | 13,36,795 |
| 11 | Server Admin-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 10,79,165 |
| 12 | Server Admin-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 10,51,445 |
| 13 | Central Helpdesk L1 | Bangalore | 3 | 3,68,400 |
| 14 | Central Helpdesk L2-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 4,74,000 |
| 15 | Central Helpdesk L2-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,95,450 |
| 16 | Electrical Technician | Bangalore | 1 | 4,20,185 |
| 17 | Field Engineer-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,71,385 |
| 18 | Field Engineer-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 4,62,686 |
| 19 | Field Engineer-3 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,17,835 |
| 20 | Nodal Officer | Anywhere in Karnataka | 30 | 4,14,301 |
| Total | 53 | - | ||
Note: This is a Central Government Jobs opportunity via RailTel, a PSU under Ministry of Railways. Candidates from Karnataka and Southern States are encouraged to apply for the RailTel KSWAN Project Vacancy 2026.
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions regarding educational/professional qualifications, length of experience, and certifications as specified in Annexure-I of the notification for each respective post. Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
| Post | Minimum Qualification | Minimum Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Project Director | B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 15 years (B.E/B.Tech) OR 18 years (BCA/BSc) |
| Project Manager | B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 13 years (B.E/B.Tech) OR 15 years (BCA/BSc) |
| Network Specialist | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 15 years total (min 5 years in large/complex WAN) |
| Network Admin-1 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 10 years total |
| Network Admin-2 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 08 years total |
| Network Engineer-1 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 08 years in IT network implementation/maintenance |
| Network Engineer-2 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 06 years in IT network implementation/maintenance |
| Network Engineer-3 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 05 years in IT network implementation/maintenance |
| Security Specialist | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 15 years in Network Security (min 5 years as expert) |
| Security Admin | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 08 years in Network Security |
| Server Admin-1 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 10 years in server management |
| Server Admin-2 | B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 10 years in server management |
| Central Helpdesk L1 | Diploma/BSc in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom/Electrical/BCA | 03 years + prior helpdesk experience mandatory |
| Central Helpdesk L2-1 | BSc in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom/Electrical/BCA | 03 years + prior helpdesk experience mandatory |
| Central Helpdesk L2-2 | BSc in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom/Electrical/BCA | 05–06 years + prior helpdesk experience mandatory |
| Electrical Technician | ITI/Diploma in Electrical | 08 years (incl. 03 years in critical infrastructure) |
| Field Engineer-1 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom/EEE/Instrumentation OR MCA/MSc (IT) | 05–07 years in IT network implementation |
| Field Engineer-2 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom/EEE/Instrumentation OR MCA/MSc (IT) | 03–05 years in IT network implementation |
| Field Engineer-3 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom/EEE/Instrumentation OR MCA/MSc (IT) | 05–07 years in IT network implementation |
| Nodal Officer | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom/EEE/Instrumentation OR MCA/MSc (IT) | 05 years total (incl. 03 years in IT/non-IT infra) |
Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and maximum of 50 years as on the last date of submission of application (30-05-2026). Maximum age after all relaxations is 55 years. Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Government of India guidelines.
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS | 21 to 50 years (as on 30-05-2026) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years relaxation (up to 53 years) |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation (up to 55 years) |
| Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years relaxation (up to 55 years maximum) |
Candidates must apply offline only. No online application mode is available. Duly filled and signed application form (Annexure-II as per the notification), along with self-attested copies of all relevant enclosures, must be sent by post or courier so as to reach on or before 30-05-2026 during office hours. The envelope must be clearly superscribed: "APPLICATION FOR TECHNICAL FOR KSWAN PROJECT OF RAILTEL IN SOUTHERN REGION ON CONTRACT BASIS."
Note: NO DOCUMENT SHOULD BE SENT DIRECTLY TO THE CORPORATE OFFICE. Each page of attached documents must be signed by the candidate.
Selection for engagement of technical personnel will be based on interview and medical examination. No written examination is conducted. Final empanelment is subject to verification of eligibility and medical fitness.
Is this a permanent government job?
No, this is a purely contractual engagement for 5 years with no guarantee of absorption into RailTel's permanent workforce.
What is the last date to apply for RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submission of offline application is 30 May 2026 (during office hours).
Is there any application fee?
The notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates should refer to the official PDF for updates.
What is the selection process?
Selection is based on interview and medical examination; no written exam is conducted.
Can I apply online?
No, applications must be submitted offline via post/courier to the Bengaluru territory office.
What is the age limit for applying?
Minimum 21 years and maximum 50 years as on 30-05-2026, with relaxations up to 55 years for reserved categories.
Is NOC required for government employees?
Yes, a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) is mandatory if currently working in any Govt./PSU/public body.
Where can I download the official notification PDF?
Visit www.railtelindia.com or use the direct link in Important Links section.
For updates and corrigendum, visit www.railtelindia.com regularly. Call letters for interviews will be sent via email only.
| Job Name | Location | Last Date | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
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RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 for 53 Technical Personnel – Apply Offline @ railtelindia.com
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Bangalore | 30th May, 2026 | View Details |
| Job Details | Closing Date |
|---|---|
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Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager
( 48 Posts (UR-21, OBC NCL-13, SC-08, ST-01, EWS-05)) Posts • East Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi
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30th June 2025 |
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Senior Deputy General Manager
( 01 Posts) Posts • East Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi
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14th June 2025 |
RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RailTel), formed in September 2000, is a Public Sector Unit (PSU) under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India.