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RITES Recruitment 2026: Overview
Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 9 Individual Consultants on a contract basis. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for experienced engineering professionals looking for government jobs. The recruitment is based on Document Scrutiny and Personal Interview, not a competitive written examination. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
Key Highlights
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) |
| Post Name | Individual Consultants |
| Total Vacancies | 9 |
| Application Start Date | 23 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 March 2026 |
| Official Website | www.rites.com |
Vacancy Details
The total of 9 posts is distributed among various specialized roles. The detailed breakdown is as follows:
| Post Name | Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Consultant: Team Leader | Contract | 1 |
| Individual Consultant: Structure Engineer | Contract | 1 |
| Individual Consultant: Senior Quality cum Material Engineer | Contract | 3 |
| Individual Consultant: QA/QC Expert | Contract | 3 |
| Individual Consultant: Contract Management Expert | Contract | 1 |
| Total | 9 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following degrees as per the specific post requirement:
- Team Leader: Post-Graduate Degree in Civil Engineering with specialization in Environmental Engineering / Public Health Engineering or Equivalent.
- Structure Engineer: Graduate in Civil Engineering with Master in Structural Engineering.
- Senior Quality cum Material Engineer: Degree in Civil Engineering (Preferable: PG Degree in Civil Engineering with specialization in Environmental Engineering / Public Health Engineering).
- QA/QC Expert: Degree in Civil Engineering (Preferred: PG in Civil Engineering with specialization in Environmental Engineering).
- Contract Management Expert: Degree in Civil Engineering (Preferred: PG Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Project and Management).
Age Limit
Please refer to the official notification for specific age limit details. The Age/Experience cut-off date is 10 March 2026.
Salary
| Post Name | Monthly Salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| Team Leader | Rs. 85,000/- - Rs. 1,60,000/- |
| Structure Engineer | Rs. 85,000/- - Rs. 1,60,000/- |
| Senior Quality cum Material Engineer | Rs. 85,000/- - Rs. 1,60,000/- |
| QA/QC Expert | Rs. 85,000/- - Rs. 1,60,000/- |
| Contract Management Expert | Rs. 85,000/- - Rs. 1,60,000/- |
Selection Process
Since this is a direct recruitment for consultants, there is no written exam. The selection process involves:
- Document Scrutiny/Verification: Initial screening of uploaded documents and eligibility.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
Application Fee
According to the notification, there is no application fee for any category (Gen/OBC/SC/ST/PwD).
How to Apply
Candidates must follow these steps to apply successfully:
- Visit the official RITES website or click the "Apply Online" link provided in the Important Links section.
- Read the official notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
- Fill out the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents (Photograph, Signature, Certificates) in the prescribed format.
- Since there is no fee, proceed directly to submission.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Take a printout or save a soft copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Application | 23 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application | 10 March 2026 |
| Date of Interview / Document Scrutiny | 11 March 2026 - 12 March 2026 |
| Age/Experience Cut-off Date | 10 March 2026 |
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online Link: Available on the official website (Check "Important Links" section in the article for the specific link)
- Official Website