South Western Railway has announced a fresh General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) recruitment for 258 posts under Notification No. 01/2026(GDCE) dated 28 October 2026. This is an internal railway recruitment and is not open to the general public. Only eligible regular serving employees of South Western Railway and Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka can apply, subject to the cadre and eligibility restrictions in the notification. The vacancy total includes 247 Goods Train Manager posts, 2 JE/Bridge, 2 JE/P.Way, 5 JE/Mechanical Workshop and 2 JE/S&T/Signal posts. Online applications are scheduled to open on 9 November 2026 and close on 8 December 2026 at 11:59 PM. The Goods Train Manager post requires a recognised degree or equivalent, while Junior Engineer posts require the relevant three-year engineering diploma, B.Sc. engineering route or accepted equivalent stream. The normal age limit is 18 to 42 years as on 1 January 2027, with relaxation to 45 for OBC and 47 for SC/ST candidates. There is no application fee. Selection will be through a single-stage Computer Based Test followed by document verification and medical examination.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | South Western Railway |
| Recruitment | General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) |
| Notification No. | 01/2026(GDCE) |
| Notification Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 258 |
| Eligible Applicants | Regular serving employees of SWR and RWF/Yelahanka only |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Opening Date | 9 November 2026 |
| Closing Date | 8 December 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Age | 18–42 years as on 1 January 2027; category relaxation applies |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | 247 |
| JE / Bridge | 2 |
| JE / P.Way | 2 |
| JE / Mechanical Workshop | 5 |
| JE / S&T / Signal | 2 |
| Total | 258 |
Basic Qualification
- Goods Train Manager: Degree from a recognised university or equivalent.
- JE / Bridge and JE / P.Way: Three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering, B.Sc. Civil Engineering or accepted equivalent stream.
- JE / Mechanical Workshop: Relevant three-year engineering diploma in the notified mechanical/electrical/electronics/manufacturing-related streams.
- JE / S&T / Signal: Relevant three-year diploma in Electrical, Electronics, IT, Communication, Computer Science/Engineering or accepted equivalent stream.
Who Can Apply?
This is a departmental recruitment. Only eligible regular serving employees of:
- South Western Railway
- Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka
can apply, subject to the exact cadre and level conditions in the notification.
RPF/RPSF personnel and other excluded cadres listed in the notice are not eligible.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 1 January 2027.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR | 42 years |
| OBC | 45 years |
| SC/ST | 47 years |
Use the Age Calculator to check age on the notified date.
Application Fee
There is no application fee.
Selection Process
Selection consists of:
- Single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
The CBT carries one-third negative marking for each wrong answer.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | 28 October 2026 |
| Online application opens | 9 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 8 December 2026 |
| Closing time | 11:59 PM |
How to Apply for SWR GDCE Recruitment 2026
- Read Notification No. 01/2026(GDCE) from the official RRC/SWR recruitment portal.
- Confirm that you are an eligible regular serving employee of SWR or RWF/Yelahanka.
- Check your qualification, age and cadre eligibility. The Government Job Eligibility Checker may be used only as a preliminary aid.
- Keep service records, qualification certificates, category proof and identity documents ready. The Government Job Document Checklist can help organise them.
- From 9 November 2026, open the online application link on the RRC/SWR portal.
- Select the correct post and fill in service and qualification details exactly as per official records.
- Upload the required documents and submit the application.
- Complete submission by 8 December 2026 at 11:59 PM and save the application printout.
Candidates preparing for CBT can also use the Exam Day Checklist.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Educational qualification certificate
- Service / employee details
- Date-of-birth proof
- SC/ST/OBC certificate where applicable
- Photograph and signature
- Employee identity / service proof
- Other post-specific supporting documents
Important Instructions
- This recruitment is not open to outside candidates.
- Only one application is permitted.
- Applicants must meet both qualification and internal service/cadre conditions.
- Medical standards differ by post.
- There is no application fee.
- The online link is scheduled to open on 9 November 2026.
- Candidates should use only the official RRC/SWR portal for application and updates.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| RRC South Western Railway Portal | Official recruitment portal and application |
| South Western Railway Official Website | Zone-level official updates |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 258 vacancies.
Which post has the most vacancies?
Goods Train Manager has 247 posts.
Can general public candidates apply?
No. This is a GDCE departmental recruitment for eligible serving SWR/RWF employees only.
What is the qualification for Goods Train Manager?
A recognised university degree or equivalent.
What is the age limit?
UR candidates can be up to 42, OBC up to 45 and SC/ST up to 47 years as on 1 January 2027.
Is there an application fee?
No. The application fee is Nil.
When will applications open?
Applications are scheduled to open on 9 November 2026.
What is the selection process?
A single-stage CBT is followed by document verification and medical examination.