RITES Recruitment 2026: Sr. Manager, Asst. Manager Jobs

RITES Limited Recruitment 2026 Announced

RITES Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has released a recruitment notification for engineering professionals. The company is looking for candidates to fill positions for Sr. Manager and Assistant Manager on a regular basis.

Job Highlights

This recruitment drive aims to hire professionals for specific roles within RITES Limited. The selection process involves a written test and an interview, with a combined weightage for final selection.

Important Dates

All eligibility criteria, including age and experience, will be considered as of the last date of application submission, which is 08.10.2026.

Vacancy Details

The notification details vacancies for the following posts:

• Sr. Manager (Ports & Waterways)
• Assistant Manager (Ports & Waterways)
• Assistant Manager (Coastal Modelling)

Specific numbers for each category (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST) are not detailed in the provided extract but are indicated in the table structure within the notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the minimum educational qualifications and experience requirements for the posts they apply for. The eligibility criteria are to be reckoned as of 08.10.2026.

• Sr. Manager (Ports & Waterways): Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, AND Master's Degree in Marine Engineering & Management / Ocean Structures or Engineering / Structural Engineering or equivalent/synonymous/similar qualification.
• Assistant Manager (Ports & Waterways): Full-time Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering, AND Master's Degree in Marine Engineering & Management / Ocean Structures or Engineering / Structural Engineering or equivalent/synonymous/similar qualification.
• Assistant Manager (Coastal Modelling): Full-time Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering, AND Master's Degree in Coastal Engineering / Marine Engineering & Management/ Ocean Structures or Engineering or equivalent/synonymous/similar qualification.

Degrees must be recognized by AICTE or equivalent. Sections A & B examination of the Institution of Engineers (India) is also accepted.

• Sr. Manager (Ports & Waterways): Minimum 8 years of professional experience in structural and marine engineering design, with at least 5 years in hands-on design, analysis, and detailing of marine and coastal structures.
• Assistant Manager (Ports & Waterways): Minimum 2 years of experience in design/analysis of marine structures.
• Assistant Manager (Coastal Modelling): Minimum 2 years of professional experience in coastal/ocean engineering-related projects/numerical modelling of coastal processes.

Training, internship, teaching, academic, fellowship, or PhD research experience will not be counted. Apprenticeship training as per The Apprenticeship Act 1961 in the relevant discipline will be considered.

• For candidates from Central/State Govt./PSU/Autonomous Organizations: Total experience of 8 years, with at least 2 years in IDA pay scale of Rs. 50,000-1,60,000/CDA pay scale in level 9 of 7th CPC.
• For candidates from Private Sector or other Organizations: Total experience of 8 years and an annual CTC of at least 20.16 LPA.

• UR/EWS category candidates (and SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD applying against unreserved posts): First class degree/ minimum 60% marks.
• Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD): At least 50% marks.

Age Limit

The upper age limit for the posts is not specified in the provided text. However, age relaxation is applicable for certain categories:

• SC/ST Category: 5 years
• OBC-NCL Category: 3 years
• J&K Domicile: 5 years
• Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 10 years (in addition to other relaxations if applicable).

RITES regular/contract employees are eligible for a 5-year age relaxation.

Application Fee

SC/ST/PwBD candidates need to submit their certificate at the time of payment for refund consideration. Candidates from SC/ST/PwD categories applying against unreserved posts must also pay the full fee initially.

Salary / Pay Scale

The pay scales for the posts are as follows:

• Sr. Manager (Ports & Waterways): INR 60,000-1,80,000
• Assistant Manager (Ports & Waterways): INR 40,000-1,40,000
• Assistant Manager (Coastal Modelling): INR 40,000-1,40,000

Remuneration will be fixed at the minimum of the scale.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of two main stages:

1. Written Test: 125 objective type questions, 1 mark each, duration 2.5 hours. No negative marking. PwBD candidates get 50 minutes compensatory time. Minimum qualifying marks: 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD against reserved posts.
2. Document Scrutiny & Interview: Candidates are called for interview in a 1:6 ratio to vacancies. The weightage is 60% for the Written Test and 40% for the Interview (Technical & Professional proficiency - 30%; Personality, Communication & Competency - 10%). Minimum qualifying marks in the interview: 60% for UR/EWS, 50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD against reserved posts.

Appointment is subject to medical fitness.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the RITES website. The application form will be available in the Career Section. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.

After successful online application and fee payment, candidates must download the final application form. Hard copies of documents are not to be sent by post. A signed copy of the online application form is to be retained and submitted along with self-attested photocopies of required documents if called for document verification.

Documents Required

If called for document verification, candidates must submit self-attested photocopies of the following documents in the specified order:

• 1 recent passport size colour photograph
• High School 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).

Additional documents may be required for reserved categories (OBC-NCL, EWS) as per the notification.

Important Instructions

• Candidates must ensure they fulfill all eligibility criteria before applying.
• For reserved categories (OBC-NCL, EWS), valid certificates as per government formats are required, issued on or before the crucial date (last date of application).
• Candidates belonging to OBC-NCL and EWS categories may be afforded an opportunity to submit valid certificates on the date of joining, if valid as on the crucial date.
• Failure to produce required documents at any stage will lead to disqualification.
• Candidates have the option to appear for the selection process in Hindi or English.

Important Links

Official Website → Not specified in the official notification.

Notification PDF → Click Here

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for RITES Recruitment 2026?
A1: The last date to submit the online application and pay the fees is 08.10.2026.

Q2: What are the posts available in this RITES recruitment?
A2: The available posts are Sr. Manager (Ports & Waterways) and Assistant Manager (Ports & Waterways), and Assistant Manager (Coastal Modelling).

Q3: What is the application fee for General/OBC candidates?
A3: The application fee for General/OBC candidates is Rs. 600/- plus applicable taxes.

Q4: Is there any negative marking in the RITES written test?
A4: No, there is no negative marking system applicable in the written test.

Q5: What is the weightage of the Written Test and Interview in the selection process?
A5: The Written Test carries 60% weightage, and the Interview carries 40% weightage.