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KRCL Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 201 Posts

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Job Summary

BoardKRCL
StateAll India
QualificationB.Tech/B.E, Diploma, ITI, 10TH
Apply ModeOnline
Last Date31 Aug 2026 (Closed)

Introduction

Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) has released a new job notice for the year 2026. This notice, with number CO/P-R/02/2026 and dated 31.07.2026, is for various Non-Executive posts. If you are looking for a job in the railway sector, this could be a good chance for you.

KRCL plans to fill 201 vacancies across 12 different posts. These posts are in departments like Civil, Signal & Telecommunication (S&T), Operating, Electrical, Mechanical, and Commercial. Some of the posts include Junior Engineer, Track Maintainer, Senior Section Engineer, Station Master, and Assistant Loco Pilot. The jobs are located in the KRCL area of operation, which covers Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka states.

The application process will be online. The link to apply will become active tentatively in the last week of August 2026. KRCL will announce the exact start date on its official website seven days before it goes live. A Computer Based Test (CBT) is planned for September 2026, also tentatively. This recruitment is open to specific groups of candidates, including those whose land was acquired for the Konkan Railway line, candidates registered with employment exchanges along the KR route, and domiciles of Maharashtra, Goa, or Karnataka, as well as serving KRCL employees.

Before you apply, it is very important to read the full official notification PDF. This page gives you all the main details in simple language. But the official PDF has all the rules and conditions. Make sure you check your eligibility, age limit, and other requirements carefully. You can find the link to download the official PDF in the Important Links section below.

Recruitment Overview

Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) has announced 201 vacancies for various Non-Executive posts. All important details are in the table below.

Particulars Details
Organisation Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL)
Notification No. CO/P-R/02/2026
Post Names Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical), Track Maintainer, Senior Section Engineer (S&T/Mechanical), ESTM-III, Section Controller, Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Assistant Loco Pilot, Technician-III (Mechanical), Commercial Supervisor
Total Vacancies 201
Recruitment Type Open Market Recruitment (Non-Executives, Group 'C' & Erstwhile Group 'D')
Job Location KRCL area of operation (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka)
Application Mode Online
Application Window Last week of August 2026 (tentative)
CBT Date September 2026 (tentative)
Official Website www.konkanrailway.com

Important Dates

Check the important dates for this recruitment. The application window opens in the last week of August 2026.

Event Date
Date of Employment Notification 31/07/2026
Online Application Window Opens Last week of August 2026 (tentative; exact date to be published 7 days in advance)
Online Application Window Closes As per official notification (will be announced)
Computer Based Test (CBT) September 2026 (tentative)

Vacancy Details

KRCL has announced a total of 201 vacancies across 12 different posts. The table below shows the post-wise breakdown, including category-wise reservations.

S. No. Post Name No. of Posts
1 Junior Engineer (Civil) 25 (UR-12, EWS-3, OBC-NCL-5, SC-3, ST-2; incl. Ex.SM-2)
2 Track Maintainer 57 (UR-14, EWS-13, SC-19, ST-11; incl. Ex.SM-11) - Land Loser candidates only
3 Senior Section Engineer (S&T) 5 (UR-2, EWS-1, OBC-NCL-1, SC-1)
4 ESTM-III 15 (UR-11, EWS-3, OBC-NCL-1; incl. Ex.SM-1)
5 Section Controller 9 (UR-5, EWS-1, SC-2, ST-1)
6 Station Master 15 (UR-11, EWS-1, SC-2, ST-1; incl. Ex.SM-1)
7 Goods Train Manager 10 (UR-7, EWS-1, SC-2; incl. Ex.SM-1)
8 Assistant Loco Pilot 30 (UR-21, EWS-2, SC-5, ST-2; incl. Ex.SM-3)
9 Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical) 6 (UR-1, EWS-1, OBC-NCL-1, SC-3)
10 Junior Engineer (Mechanical) 7 (UR-4, OBC-NCL-1, SC-2)
11 Technician-III (Mechanical) 15 (UR-14, ST-1; incl. Ex.SM-1)
12 Commercial Supervisor 7 (UR-3, EWS-1, OBC-NCL-1, SC-1, ST-1; incl. PwBD-1)

The number of posts shown is provisional and may change. KRCL may update vacancy details on its website.

Eligibility

To apply for these posts, candidates must meet certain conditions. Check who can apply and the required education for each post.

Who Can Apply
Criteria Requirement
Land Loser Candidates Candidates whose land was taken for the Konkan Railway Line (Roha to Thokur). This includes the land loser, their spouse, son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter.
Employment Exchange Registered Candidates Domiciles of Maharashtra, Goa, or Karnataka with valid employment exchange cards registered along the Konkan Railway route (Raigad, Sindhudurg, Ratnagiri districts of Maharashtra; Goa State; Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada/South Kannada districts of Karnataka).
Other Domicile Candidates Candidates domiciled in the States of Maharashtra, Goa, or Karnataka (not covered above).
KRCL Employees Serving KRCL employees who have completed at least 3 years of regular service.
Note for Track Maintainer Recruitment for Track Maintainer is only for eligible Land Loser candidates.
Educational Qualification
Post Minimum Educational Qualification
Junior Engineer (Civil) 3-year Diploma (or equivalent Degree) in Civil Engineering or a related sub-stream, from an AICTE-approved institution
Track Maintainer 10th pass from a recognised board
Senior Section Engineer (S&T) 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics/IT/Communication Engineering/Computer Science & Engineering, or M.Sc. Electronics, from an AICTE-approved institution
ESTM-III Matriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in Electrician/Electronics Mechanic/Wireman, or Matriculation/SSLC + CCAA in the same trades, or 10+2 with Physics and Maths
Section Controller / Station Master / Goods Train Manager Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University
Assistant Loco Pilot Matriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in specified electrical/mechanical trades, or CCAA in the same trades, or Matriculation/SSLC + 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering
Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical) 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Manufacturing/Mechatronics/Industrial/Machining/Instrumentation & Control/Tools & Die Making/Automobile/Production Engineering, from an AICTE-approved institution
Junior Engineer (Mechanical) 3-year Diploma in the same Mechanical-stream disciplines as above, from an AICTE-approved institution
Technician-III (Mechanical) Matriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in Fitter/Mechanic Diesel/Welder/Electrician/Electronics Mechanic and related trades, or Matriculation/SSLC
Commercial Supervisor As per official notification

Age Limit

The official notification does not provide specific age limits for these posts. Please refer to the detailed PDF for any age criteria or relaxation rules.

Post/Category Age Limit
All Posts As per official notification

Application Fee

The official notification does not mention any application fees for this recruitment. Please check the detailed PDF for any fee information.

Category Fee
All Categories As per official notification

Selection Process

The selection for these posts will involve a Computer Based Test (CBT). Candidates will also be given preference based on certain criteria.

Stage Process
Computer Based Test (CBT) Tentatively scheduled for September 2026. Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks.
Preference in Recruitment Candidates securing minimum qualifying marks will be given preference in this order:
  1. Land Loser candidates (first preference)
  2. Candidates registered in Employment Exchanges along the KR route (second preference)
  3. Candidates domiciled in Maharashtra, Goa, or Karnataka, and KRCL employees (third preference)
Candidates must declare their status at the time of application. The second and third panels are used only after all eligible land losers are considered.

Salary

The official notification does not provide details about the salary or pay scale for these posts. Please refer to the detailed PDF for any salary information.

Post Name Pay Scale
All Posts As per official notification

Documents Required

  • Recent Passport size Photograph
  • Signature
  • Identity Proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.)
  • Educational Qualification Certificates (10th, ITI, Diploma, Degree, etc.)
  • Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable
  • Domicile Certificate (for Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka)
  • Land Loser Certificate (if applicable)
  • Employment Exchange Registration Card (if applicable)
  • Experience Certificate (if applicable, for KRCL employees)

How to Apply

  1. Read the official KRCL Recruitment 2026 notification PDF carefully.
  2. Visit the official website of Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (www.konkanrailway.com).
  3. Look for the "Recruitment" or "Career" section on the homepage.
  4. Find the link for "Employment Notification No. CO/P-R/02/2026" and the "Apply Online" link (this link will be active in the last week of August 2026).
  5. Register yourself if you are a new user, or log in if you are already registered.
  6. Fill in all your personal and educational details correctly in the online application form.
  7. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents as per the specified format and size.
  8. Review your application form to ensure all details are correct.
  9. Pay the application fee, if any, through the online payment gateway. (No fee mentioned in PDF).
  10. Submit the application form.
  11. Print a copy of the submitted application form for your records.

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are there in KRCL Recruitment 2026?

Ans: There are a total of 201 vacancies announced for various Non-Executive posts in KRCL Recruitment 2026.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for KRCL Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The online application window will open tentatively in the last week of August 2026. The exact last date to apply will be announced by KRCL on its official website.

Q3. Who is eligible to apply for KRCL jobs?

Ans: Land Loser candidates, candidates registered with employment exchanges along the KR route, domiciles of Maharashtra, Goa, or Karnataka, and serving KRCL employees are eligible to apply.

Q4. What are the main posts in this KRCL recruitment?

Ans: Key posts include Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical), Track Maintainer, Senior Section Engineer (S&T/Mechanical), Station Master, Assistant Loco Pilot, and Commercial Supervisor.

Q5. What is the selection process for KRCL Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The selection process involves a Computer Based Test (CBT), tentatively in September 2026, followed by preference given to certain categories of candidates.

Q6. What is the job location for these KRCL posts?

Ans: The job location will be within the KRCL area of operation, which includes Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka states.

Important Links

Description Link
Official Website Click Here
Notification PDF Click Here
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Note: Verify all details from the official notification before applying.