RITES Recruitment 2026: 5 Individual Consultant (Engineer) Posts – Apply Online @ rites.com
⚡ Quick Facts & Key Highlights
| Recruiting Body | Rites Ltd |
|---|---|
| State / Jurisdiction | Gujarat |
| Total Posts | 5 |
| Last Date for Application | 29 November 2026 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Individual Consultant: Site Engineer – Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning (NK-55-P1) |
| Application Fee | NIL (No fee for any category) |
| Mode of Application | Online Portal |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
RITES Limited has advertised 5 positions across 4 Individual Consultant designations at Ahmedabad. The number of vacancies may vary as per the notice.
| VC No. | Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YP/93/26 | Individual Consultant: Site Engineer – Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning (NK-55-P1) | 02 | Max 64 Years | Rs. 85,000 |
| YP/94/26 | Individual Consultant: Section Engineer – Signalling (NK-40-P2) | 01 | Max 64 Years | Rs. 1,20,000 |
| YP/95/26 | Individual Consultant: Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System (NK-51) | 01 | Max 64 Years | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| YP/96/26 | Individual Consultant: Section Engineer – Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation (NK-38-P1) | 01 | Max 64 Years | Rs. 1,20,000 |
| Total | 05 | — | — | |
The notice does not provide a category-wise break-up of the positions. Age, experience, and all other eligibility criteria are reckoned as on 29 November 2026.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification | Total Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Site Engineer – Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning | Graduate in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering | 6 years or more |
| Section Engineer – Signalling | Graduate in Electronics / Telecommunication / IT / Electronics and Communication Engineering | 10 years or more |
| Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System | Graduate in Electrical Engineering | 15 years or more |
| Section Engineer – Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation | Graduate in Electrical / Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 10 years or more |
- Site Engineer – Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning: Minimum 02 years relevant experience in rolling stock testing, commissioning, inspection, etc., in Metro/Railways.
- Section Engineer – Signalling: Minimum 04 years relevant experience in signalling systems supervision, installation, testing, commissioning, etc., in Metro/Railways.
- Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System: Minimum 05 years relevant experience in electrical systems of rolling stock including design review, inspection, testing and commissioning, etc., in Metro/Railways.
- Section Engineer – Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation: Minimum 04 years relevant experience in third rail systems, traction power supply and substation installation, testing and commissioning, etc., in Metro/Railways.
- Period of training (except on-the-job training), internship, teaching, academic, fellowship, or PhD research experience is not counted as experience.
- Where a specialisation is required in the qualifying degree, the candidate must submit a certificate from the University/Institution specifying it clearly.
- Retired Government Servants: As per Rule 177 of GFR 2017, direct engagement of retired Government servants as consultants is not permitted; however, a retired Government servant may be engaged through a competitive process for specific tasks and a specific duration only.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Online Application Submission: Candidates apply online through the RITES Career Section. All applicants who submit the online form are provisionally allowed to appear for document scrutiny.
- Document Scrutiny / Verification (Tentative: 1st & 2nd December 2026): Eligibility for the post applied is verified. Candidates must be present in person at RITES Corporate Office, Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001, or through video conferencing/online. Original documents with one set of photocopies must be carried for in-person scrutiny.
- Personal Interview (Tentative: 3rd & 4th December 2026): Only eligible/shortlisted candidates appear. Evaluation is based on technical skills, subject knowledge, experience, communication and interpersonal skills. RITES reserves the right to shortlist the number of candidates.
- Client Approval: CVs of candidates found suitable are shared with the client; only those whose CVs are approved receive an Engagement Letter. Actual deployment depends on award of work/project/company requirement.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending document scrutiny or interview. Results will be uploaded on the RITES website showing candidates as Suitable or Not found suitable.
For candidates applying for more than one vacancy, candidates may apply for any number of vacancies. Applications once submitted cannot be altered.
Pay Structure & Engagement Terms
- Payment for services is a fixed monthly amount as shown in the vacancy table (Rs. 85,000 – Rs. 2,00,000).
- Initial tenure of engagement is 12 months, extendable based on individual performance and/or project requirement. Extensions are granted one year at a time on the same project only, subject to satisfactory Annual Performance Review on Key Performance Indicators. No extension beyond age 65 years.
- For contracts exceeding one year, remuneration may be reviewed annually based on the client's fee escalation for the previous year.
- Payment released within one week after completion of the month, based on registered attendance.
- No statutory benefits such as PF / ESI / Gratuity are applicable. Income Tax deducted at source (TDS certificates issued). GST, as applicable, is admissible to the consultant.
- Leave: 1.5 days per completed month (no accumulation beyond a calendar year). Absence up to one month may be considered without remuneration. Women consultants may be eligible for maternity leave under the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017.
- The Individual Consultant has the legal status of an Independent Consultant, is not a staff member or official of RITES Limited, and the appointment is temporary in nature. RITES may terminate the contract at any time; in the normal course, one month's notice is given on either side.
How to Apply for RITES Individual Consultant Recruitment 2026
- Visit the Career Section of the RITES official website (www.rites.com) and apply online using a valid e-mail ID.
- Note the Registration Number generated after form submission; quote it in all future correspondence with RITES.
- Fill the Identity Proof details carefully — the same proof must be produced in original at later stages.
- Upload clear scanned copies of all required documents on the RITES website.
- Complete the "Fill / Modify Application Form" and submit before 29.11.2026 (23:00 hrs). Applications once submitted cannot be altered.
- Print and sign the online application form containing the Registration Number; bring it with documents and a filled Annexure-A at document verification / interview.
- Hard copies are not to be sent by post or courier.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
Carry self-attested photocopies along with originals in the following order (top to bottom):
- One passport-size photograph
- High School (10th) certificate for proof of Date of Birth
- Certificates of Academic & Professional qualifications and statements of marks for all semesters/years (Xth, XIIth, Diploma, Graduation, Post-Graduation as applicable)
- Experience certificates from previous employers for the claims made in the application, and proof of different periods of experience (if applicable)
- Proof of Identity & Address (Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Aadhaar Card, etc.) and PAN Card
- Any other document in support of candidature
- For currently employed candidates: experience certificate/joining letter with last 3 months' salary slips or latest Form 16 / Earning Card / appraisal letter for proof of CTC/salary
- Annexure-A checklist additionally requires: 12th marksheet, post-graduation/PhD documents (if any), last company relieving letter/experience certificate, NOC (for Govt./PSU employees), Aadhaar Card, and two recent passport-size colour photographs, along with blood group, marital status, and category details.
Important Instructions: Consultants on a full-time basis may not take up any other assignment during the consultancy period. Candidates currently employed anywhere (including Government Departments/PSU and departmental candidates of RITES) must join only after being properly relieved. Police verification is conducted as per MHA instructions; a negative report ends the contract immediately. RITES may require a Statement of Good Health from a recognised physician before work commences. Incorrect claims, suppression of facts, or insufficient proof will lead to rejection or termination even after engagement. All corrigenda/addenda will be published only on www.rites.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for RITES Individual Consultant Recruitment 2026?
The online application window is open from 05.11.2026 to 29.11.2026 (till 23:00 hrs). Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted. Applications once submitted cannot be altered.
2. Where will document scrutiny and interview be held?
Document scrutiny (tentatively 1st & 2nd December 2026) and interview of shortlisted candidates (tentatively 3rd & 4th December 2026) will be conducted at RITES Corporate Office, Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001, or through video conferencing / online mode with the link sent to the registered e-mail ID. The dates are tentative and RITES may issue a date-wise schedule.
3. Is there any application fee for RITES Recruitment 2026?
No. The application fee is Rs. 0 (NIL) for all categories including General, OBC, SC, ST, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen.
4. Is this a permanent government job?
No. These are Individual Consultant engagements on a temporary, CV-based assignment. The initial tenure is 12 months, extendable based on performance and project requirement. The consultant is not a staff member of RITES Limited and there are no statutory benefits such as PF, ESI, or Gratuity. RITES may terminate the contract at any time; normally one month's notice is given.
5. What is the salary for RITES Individual Consultant posts?
The monthly remuneration varies by post: Rs. 85,000 for Site Engineer – Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning; Rs. 1,20,000 each for Section Engineer – Signalling and Section Engineer – Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation; and Rs. 2,00,000 for Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System. For contracts exceeding one year, remuneration may be reviewed annually.
6. How many vacancies are available and what is the age limit?
There are 5 vacancies across 4 posts: 2 for Site Engineer – Rolling Stock Testing & Commissioning, and 1 each for Section Engineer – Signalling, Rolling Stock Expert – Electrical System, and Section Engineer – Third Rail & Power Supply & Substation. The age limit for all posts is not exceeding 64 years as on 29.11.2026.
Important Links
Download Official Recruitment Notification
Download and read the official advertisement PDF for complete post eligibility, category reservations, format of certificates, and application guidelines.