RITES Limited has opened a same-day fresh recruitment on 2 November 2026 for 31 Senior Technical Assistant (Civil) positions on a contract-lumpsum basis for projects across its Southern Region. Vacancy Circular CL/12/26 is aimed at diploma-qualified civil engineers who already have at least two years of relevant post-qualification experience. The category split is 14 UR, 3 EWS, 8 OBC-NCL, 4 SC and 2 ST vacancies, with horizontal PwBD provisions in the advertisement. The maximum age is 40 years as on 22 November 2026. Monthly gross remuneration varies by posting city, ranging from about ₹26,218 in Z-class locations to ₹39,137 in Bengaluru, while the appointment is initially for one year and may continue with the assignment subject to requirement and performance. Online registration and fee payment opened on 2 November and close on 22 November 2026. Selection is through a written test followed by document scrutiny and medical fitness. The tentative written test is scheduled for 29 November 2026 in the morning shift. Candidates should apply only through the RITES recruitment portal and ensure that their diploma, experience records and category documents exactly support the claims made in the online form.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | RITES Limited |
| Status | Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways |
| Vacancy Circular | CL/12/26 |
| Post | Senior Technical Assistant (Civil) |
| Total vacancies | 31 |
| Employment nature | Contract lumpsum basis |
| Initial tenure | 1 year, extendable with assignment requirement |
| Application mode | Online |
| Applications opened | 2 November 2026 |
| Last date | 22 November 2026 |
| Tentative written test | 29 November 2026, Morning Shift |
| Posting region | Southern Region projects |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 14 |
| EWS | 3 |
| OBC-NCL | 8 |
| SC | 4 |
| ST | 2 |
| Total | 31 |
Basic Qualification
Candidates need a full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised institute.
They must also have at least 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in the field specified by RITES.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 40 years as on 22 November 2026.
Applicable relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC-NCL: 3 years
- PwBD: additional relaxation as notified
Use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator with 22 November 2026 as the cut-off date.
Salary / Remuneration
The approximate monthly gross pay depends on posting city:
| Posting category | Approx. gross monthly pay |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru | ₹39,137 |
| X-class city | ₹36,475 |
| Y-class city | ₹30,808 |
| Z-class city | ₹26,218 |
The underlying basic pay range is approximately ₹20,644–₹26,624 under the contract-lumpsum structure.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹300 + applicable taxes |
| EWS / SC / ST / PwD | ₹100 + applicable taxes |
The applicable refundable treatment for eligible reserved categories is governed by the RITES advertisement and participation conditions.
Selection Process
Selection is based on:
- Written test
- Document scrutiny
- Medical fitness
The written test is tentatively scheduled for 29 November 2026 (Morning Shift).
The test contains 125 objective questions for 125 marks over 2.5 hours, with no negative marking.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 2 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply / pay fee | 22 November 2026 |
| Tentative written test | 29 November 2026, Morning Shift |
How to Apply for RITES Senior Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Open the official RITES Career page and locate Vacancy Circular CL/12/26.
- Read the current vacancy details before registration.
- Confirm that your Civil Engineering diploma and two years of relevant post-qualification experience meet the advertised conditions.
- Use the Government Job Eligibility Checker only as a preliminary aid; the RITES advertisement remains final.
- Open the official RITES online registration system.
- Complete registration and note the Registration Number generated by the system.
- Fill personal, qualification, experience and identity details carefully.
- Prepare your documents using the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Upload the required records, choose written-test centre preferences and pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the application by 22 November 2026 and retain a signed copy. For a broader workflow, see How to Apply for Government Jobs.
Documents to Keep Ready
Keep the following ready:
- Class 10 certificate / date-of-birth proof
- Civil Engineering diploma and marksheets
- Relevant post-qualification experience certificates
- Recent photograph and signature
- Identity proof
- EWS/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwBD certificate where applicable
- NOC for eligible Government/PSU employees where required
- Application and payment acknowledgement
Important Candidate Notes
- The appointment is contractual and not a regular permanent RITES post.
- The initial engagement is for one year and can continue according to project requirement and satisfactory performance.
- Gross pay varies by posting city.
- RITES may allot a written-test centre different from the candidate’s preference.
- Original documents are checked at later stages.
- Follow the RITES Career page for corrigenda, test schedule and result updates.
FAQ
How many vacancies are available?
There are 31 Senior Technical Assistant (Civil) vacancies.
When did applications open?
Applications opened on 2 November 2026.
What is the last date?
The last date to apply and pay the fee is 22 November 2026.
What is the qualification?
A full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering with 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 40 years as on 22 November 2026, with applicable relaxation.
What is the salary?
Approximate monthly gross pay ranges from ₹26,218 to ₹39,137, depending on the posting city.
What is the application fee?
₹300 plus taxes for General/OBC and ₹100 plus taxes for EWS/SC/ST/PwD candidates.
How will candidates be selected?
Through a written test, document scrutiny and medical fitness.
Is there negative marking?
No. The notified written test has no negative marking.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| RITES Career page | Official RITES Careers |
| Apply online | RITES Recruitment System |
| RITES official website | RITES |