RITES Recruitment 2026: Application Invitation for 31 Senior Technical Assistant Posts

RITES Limited, a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has invited online applications for 31 Senior Technical Assistant (Civil) posts under Advertisement No. VC No. CL/12/26. These vacancies are for various projects across South India, including Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Lakshadweep.

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Candidates with a full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering and at least two years of relevant experience can apply. Candidates holding a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the same engineering discipline are also eligible, subject to the notification’s conditions.

The recruitment is on a contract basis, initially for one year. The approximate monthly gross salary ranges from ₹26,218 to ₹39,137, depending on the city of posting. The online application process started on 2 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 22 November 2026.

Hello friends! If you have a Civil Engineering diploma or degree and the required work experience, this RITES recruitment could be an opportunity to work on infrastructure projects. Before applying, carefully check the experience requirements, category-wise eligibility, examination pattern and required certificates. Submit your application and fee before the closing date.

RITES Recruitment 2026 – Overview

RITES Vacancy 2026 – Category-Wise Details

RITES Limited has announced a total of 31 vacancies for the Senior Technical Assistant (Civil) position.

In addition, two vacancies are under horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), with one vacancy each in Category-b and Category-c.

The number of vacancies is subject to change as per the requirements of RITES. The separate vacancy count for Karnataka has not been clearly provided in the available information.

Selected candidates may also be posted or deputed to other parts of the country depending on project requirements.

RITES Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the required qualification from a recognised institution.

The accepted qualifications are:

• Full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering.

Candidates must also have at least two years of relevant post-qualification experience in the related engineering field.

The following experience will not be considered:

• Training, except qualifying work experience as specified in the notification.
• Internship.
• Teaching experience.
• Research experience.
• On-the-job training.

Minimum Marks Required

Candidates whose marksheets do not mention the percentage must upload the prescribed university conversion certificate or record.

Failure to provide the required percentage conversion document may result in cancellation of the candidature.

RITES Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

The maximum age limit is 40 years as on 22 November 2026.

The age, educational qualification and experience requirements will be considered as on the same date.

Age Relaxation

PwBD candidates may receive additional relaxation along with the applicable SC/ST/OBC relaxation, as mentioned in the notification.

RITES Senior Technical Assistant Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive monthly remuneration based on the city of posting. The approximate salary details are given below.

The basic pay is revised according to the applicable minimum pay rates of the Central Government.

Contract Period

The initial contract period is one year. The contract may continue until the completion of the project, subject to mutual consent and satisfactory performance.

Candidates should remember that this is a contract-based recruitment and not a permanent government appointment.

RITES Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

Candidates must pay the application fee online.

Fee Refund for Reserved Categories

SC/ST/PwBD candidates who participate in the written examination or interview may receive a refund of the applicable fee after certificate verification.

GST and bank charges will be deducted from the refund amount, as applicable.

No payment mode other than the online payment facility is accepted.

RITES Selection Process 2026

The selection process includes a written examination, document verification and medical fitness assessment.

Written Examination Pattern

There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

• General and EWS candidates: 50%.
• SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD candidates applying for reserved posts: 45%.

Candidates who meet the prescribed qualifying marks will be considered for the next stage as per the recruitment rules.

Examination Centres

The written examination centres are tentatively planned at:

• Chennai
• Bengaluru
• Thiruvananthapuram
• Secunderabad

RITES may allot an examination centre other than the preferences selected by the candidate.

The final merit list will be prepared based on the written examination and document verification. Original documents will be checked during the verification process. Medical fitness is also mandatory.

Important Dates – RITES Recruitment 2026

Candidates should check the official RITES website for any changes to the examination schedule.

How to Apply Online for RITES Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the RITES career portal.

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official RITES website: https://www.rites.com/.
2. Open the Careers section.
3. Find the notification for Senior Technical Assistant (Civil), Advertisement No. CL/12/26.
4. Open the online registration link.
5. Complete the registration process and note down the Registration Number displayed at the top of the form.
6. Open the Fill/Modify Application Form section.
7. Enter your personal, educational and professional experience details carefully.
8. Provide the details of the identity document correctly. You must produce the original identity document when required.
9. Select your preferred examination centres.
10. Upload the required certificates and supporting documents in the Upload Document section.
11. Open the Make Payment section and pay the application fee online.
12. Download and save the submitted application form.
13. Take a printout, sign it and keep a copy for future reference.

Important: Once an application is submitted, it cannot be modified later. Therefore, check all details carefully before final submission. Provide a valid email address for recruitment-related communication.

Candidates are not required to send hard copies of documents by post or courier.

Documents Required for RITES Online Application

Keep the following documents ready before starting the application process:

1. SSLC/Class 10 certificate as proof of date of birth.
2. Diploma or degree certificate.
3. All semester-wise or year-wise marksheets.
4. University percentage conversion certificate, if applicable.
5. EWS certificate, if applicable.
6. SC/ST certificate, if applicable.
7. OBC-NCL certificate, if applicable.
8. PwBD certificate, if applicable.
9. Identity and address proof.
10. PAN card.
11. Relevant work experience certificates.

Important Certificate Conditions

• The OBC-NCL certificate should not be more than one year old as on 22 November 2026.
• The EWS certificate must be valid for the financial year 2026–27.
• Candidates should upload certificates in the prescribed Central Government format wherever required.
• Candidates who cannot produce a valid category certificate by the date of joining may be treated under the General (UR) category, as stated in the supplied information.
• Experience documents should be arranged chronologically in a single PDF file. These may include appointment letters, service certificates, salary slips and other supporting records.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Check the official notification before applying.
• Make sure you have a full-time Civil Engineering qualification.
• Verify that you have at least two years of eligible post-qualification experience.
• Check the minimum percentage requirement for your category.
• Upload clear and valid documents.
• Use a valid email address and mobile number.
• Note your Registration Number for future communication.
• Complete the online fee payment before the deadline.
• Do not send hard copies of documents by post or courier.
• Remember that the recruitment is initially for a one-year contract.

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Conclusion

RITES Recruitment 2026 is an opportunity for Civil Engineering diploma and degree holders with at least two years of relevant experience. A total of 31 Senior Technical Assistant (Civil) vacancies have been announced for projects across South India, including Karnataka.

The monthly gross salary is approximately ₹26,218 to ₹39,137, depending on the city. The recruitment is on a contract basis, initially for one year. Interested candidates should complete the online application and fee payment before 22 November 2026.

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