RITES Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has invited online applications for 27 Assistant Manager (Mechanical) posts on a contract lumpsum basis for projects in Tamil Nadu. Eligible candidates can apply online from 30 October 2026 to 20 November 2026 through the RITES recruitment portal.
The recruitment is covered by three vacancy codes — CL/09/26, CL/10/26 and CL/11/26 — for the posts of AM-Mechanical-I, AM-Mechanical-II and AM-Mechanical-III. The written test for all three vacancy codes will be held on 29 November 2026. The monthly gross pay is Rs. 38,085.
This article covers the complete details of the RITES Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026 — important dates, vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, application fee, salary, selection process and the step-by-step application procedure — all taken from the official advertisement.
Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | RITES Limited (Rail India Technical and Economic Service), Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Railways |
| Recruitment Name | Assistant Manager (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026 |
| Vacancy Codes | CL/09/26, CL/10/26, CL/11/26 |
| Total Vacancies | 27 |
| Engagement Type | Contract Lumpsum basis (initially 1 year, extendable) |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu (posting anywhere in India as per company requirements) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | https://rites.com/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 30 October 2026 |
| Online Application and Fee Payment Starts | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application and Fee Payment | 20 November 2026 |
| Written Test — VC No. CL/09/26 | 29 November 2026 (Morning Shift) |
| Written Test — VC Nos. CL/10/26 & CL/11/26 | 29 November 2026 (Evening Shift) |
Vacancy Details
| Vacancy Code | Post | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL/09/26 | AM-Mechanical-I | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| CL/10/26 | AM-Mechanical-II | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| CL/11/26 | AM-Mechanical-III | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total | 17 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 27 |
Two posts are reserved for PwBD (C category) on a horizontal basis. Candidates applying for VC Nos. CL/10/26 and CL/11/26 should note that the written tests for these two codes are held on the same date and time, so they must ensure their eligibility for the appropriate post and apply accordingly.
Educational Qualification (Eligibility)
- Minimum Qualification: Full-time Diploma / B.Tech (Mechanical) from an institution recognised by BTE / AICTE, or a university incorporated by an Act of Central or State legislature, or an institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared a Deemed University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. Sections A & B of the Institution of Engineers (India), treated as equivalent to a Degree by the Government of India and recognised by AICTE, are also accepted.
- Marks: Candidates belonging to UR / EWS category (and SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwD candidates applying against unreserved posts) should have first class degree / minimum 60% marks in the minimum qualification. Reserved category candidates should have at least 50% marks in the minimum qualification for consideration against reserved posts.
- Experience: Diploma holders need a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience and Degree holders need a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience in QA / QC / Testing (destructive / non-destructive), preferably in steel plants and rolling, forging or casting industries.
- Additional requirement: AM-Mechanical-II (CL/10/26) requires ASNT / ISNT Level-II in UT, and AM-Mechanical-III (CL/11/26) requires ASNT / ISNT Level-II in MPT.
- Training (except on-the-job training), internship, teaching, academic, fellowship and PhD research experience are not counted as experience.
Age Limit
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
| Age Cut-off Date | 20 November 2026 |
Age, experience and all other eligibility criteria are reckoned as on the last date of application, 20 November 2026. Age relaxation: SC / ST — 5 years; OBC (NCL) — 3 years; Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) — 10 years, in addition to the relaxation admissible for SC / ST / OBC (NCL) candidates where applicable.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC Candidates | Rs. 600 plus taxes as applicable |
| EWS / SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Rs. 300 plus taxes as applicable |
The fee charged from SC / ST / PwD candidates during online application will be refunded on their participation in the further selection process (written exam / interview, as applicable), credited to the source account after submission and scrutiny of their category certificate, duly deducting GST / bank charges as applicable. The fee must be paid only through the mode specified in the advertisement; applications without the fee will be summarily rejected.
Salary
| Details | Amount |
|---|---|
| Monthly Basic Pay | Rs. 24,258 |
| Monthly Gross Pay | Rs. 38,085 |
The basic remuneration will be revised in accordance with the rates of Minimum Wages notified by the Central Government from time to time. The appointment is purely on contract basis, initially for a period of one year, extendable until completion of the assignment subject to mutual consent and satisfactory performance.
Selection Process
Selection consists of a Written Test and an Interview.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Test | 125 objective-type questions, 1 mark each, duration 2.5 hours. No negative marking. Minimum 50% marks for UR / EWS (45% for SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwBD against reserved posts) to be considered further. PwBD candidates get a compensatory time of 50 minutes. |
| Interview | Candidates are called for interview in the ratio of 1:6 to the number of vacancies. Minimum 60% marks for UR / EWS (50% for SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwD against reserved posts) in the interview to be considered for placement on the panel. |
Weightage: Written Test 60% + Interview 40% (Technical & Professional proficiency 30, Personality, Communication & Competency 10) = Total 100%. There is no minimum qualifying marks required in the aggregate. The written test syllabus covers Quantitative Aptitude (around 35 questions), Data Interpretation (around 35 questions), Logical Reasoning (around 35 questions) and Basic Awareness / General Knowledge (around 20 questions). The interview can be taken in Hindi or English. Appointment is subject to being found medically fit in the medical examination conducted as per RITES rules.
How to Apply
- Visit the official RITES website at https://rites.com/ and open the Career section.
- Open the Assistant Manager (Mechanical) recruitment link for VC Nos. CL/09/26 to CL/11/26.
- Register on the RITES recruitment portal at https://recruit.rites.com/frmRegistration.aspx.
- Fill in the application form with your personal, educational, experience and category details.
- Upload the required documents, including your category certificate at the time of fee payment (for SC / ST / PwBD candidates, to be considered for the fee refund).
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form before 20 November 2026.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online — RITES Recruitment Portal | https://recruit.rites.com/frmRegistration.aspx |
| Official Notification PDF — VC Nos. CL/09/26 to CL/11/26 | https://rites.com/Upload/Career/Advertisement_for_CL-09-11_26_pdf-2026-Oct-30-14-18-27.pdf |
| Official Website — RITES | https://rites.com/ |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in the RITES Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026? A total of 27 Assistant Manager (Mechanical) posts — 14 for AM-Mechanical-I (CL/09/26), 10 for AM-Mechanical-II (CL/10/26) and 3 for AM-Mechanical-III (CL/11/26).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for the RITES Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026? The last date for online application and fee payment is 20 November 2026. Applications opened on 30 October 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required? A full-time Diploma / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, with 8 years of experience for Diploma holders and 2 years for Degree holders in QA / QC / Testing, preferably in steel plants and rolling, forging or casting industries. AM-Mechanical-II needs ASNT / ISNT Level-II in UT and AM-Mechanical-III needs ASNT / ISNT Level-II in MPT.
Q4. What is the age limit? Maximum 40 years as on 20 November 2026, with relaxation for SC / ST (5 years), OBC (NCL) (3 years) and PwBD (10 years) as per rules.
Q5. What is the application fee? Rs. 600 plus taxes for General / OBC candidates and Rs. 300 plus taxes for EWS / SC / ST / PwD candidates. The fee is refunded to SC / ST / PwD candidates on their participation in the further selection process.
Q6. What is the salary for the RITES Assistant Manager post? Monthly basic pay of Rs. 24,258 and monthly gross pay of Rs. 38,085, on a contract lumpsum basis.
Q7. When is the written test? The written test is on 29 November 2026 — morning shift for VC No. CL/09/26 and evening shift for VC Nos. CL/10/26 and CL/11/26.
Q8. How are candidates selected? Through a Written Test (125 questions, 2.5 hours, no negative marking) and an Interview, with a weightage of Written Test 60% and Interview 40%.
Q9. Is this a permanent job? No. The appointment is purely on contract basis, initially for one year, extendable until completion of the assignment, for projects in Tamil Nadu.