RITES Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has released a notification (VC No. RG/11/26) inviting online applications for 24 Assistant Manager (Mechanical) posts on a regular basis. Candidates with a full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Technology (or related disciplines) and 2 years of post-qualification experience can apply online from 17 July 2026 to 17 August 2026 through the official RITES website at www.rites.com. The pay scale for the post is Rs. 40,000 – 1,40,000. Selection involves a written test, document scrutiny, and an interview. Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying.
Important Note: The last date for online application and fee payment is 17 August 2026 – the eligibility cut-off date (age, experience, qualification) is also 17 August 2026. Candidates can apply for any number of vacancies separately, but only one application per vacancy is allowed, and an application once submitted cannot be altered. Training, internship, teaching, academic work, fellowship, or Ph.D. research experience will NOT be counted towards the 2-year experience requirement – only genuine post-qualification work experience at a project site, factory, or plant counts.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | RITES Limited (A Govt. of India Enterprise), Ministry of Railways |
| VC No. | RG/11/26 |
| Post Name | Assistant Manager (Mechanical) |
| Total Vacancies | 24 |
| Nature of Post | Regular Basis |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Age Limit | 32 years (as on 17 August 2026) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 40,000 – 1,40,000 |
| Selection Process | Written Test + Document Scrutiny + Interview |
| Official Website | www.rites.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Application & Fee Payment | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application & Fee Payment | 17 August 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age / Experience / Eligibility | 17 August 2026 |
| Written Test / Interview Date | To be communicated separately to shortlisted candidates |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC Candidates | Rs. 600 + applicable taxes |
| EWS / SC / ST / PwBD Candidates | Rs. 300 + applicable taxes |
- Candidates applying against unreserved posts must pay the full fee at the online application stage, even if they belong to SC/ST/PwBD category.
- The fee charged from SC/ST/PwBD candidates will be refunded upon their participation in the further selection process (written exam/interview), credited to the original payment source after deducting GST/bank charges, once their category certificate is submitted and scrutinized.
- Fees paid through any mode other than the one specified will not be accepted, and such applications will be treated as without fee and summarily rejected.
Helpdesk: 011-33557000, Extension 13221
Age Limit (As on 17 August 2026)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 32 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Years of service rendered + 3 years |
| J&K Domicile | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years, in addition to SC/ST/OBC-NCL relaxation (subject to the post being identified suitable for PwBD) |
| RITES Regular/Contract Employees | 5 Years (over and above the upper age limit), subject to fulfilling qualification & experience criteria |
For the Mechanical discipline, the post is identified suitable for candidates with locomotor disability categories OA, OL, OAL, BL, Leprosy Cured, and Acid Attack Victims, with functional classifications S, ST, BN, W, SE, MF, C, R, W & RW.
Vacancy Details – Total 24 Posts (Category-Wise)
| VC No. | Post | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RG/11/26 | Assistant Manager (Mechanical) | 12 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 24 | 1 |
PwBD Category-Wise Breakup (1 Vacancy)
| Cat-a | Cat-b | Cat-c | Cat-d & e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | – | 01 | – | 01 |
Eligibility – Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Technology, in Mechanical, Production, Production & Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical/Railways, Mechatronics & Automobile, or a combination of the above disciplines.
| Category | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS (and SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD applying against unreserved posts) | First-class degree, or minimum 60% marks |
| Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD against reserved posts) | Minimum 50% marks |
The degree must be recognized by AICTE and awarded by a University established under an Act of Parliament/State legislature, or a Deemed University under the UGC Act, 1956. Sections A & B of the Institution of Engineers (India) examination are also accepted. If the marksheet doesn’t show a class/division or percentage, candidates must submit the conversion formula from their university; failing that, a CGPA of 6 (on a 10-point scale) is treated as 60%.
Experience Requirement
- Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in production, mechanical maintenance, or other mechanical engineering areas, gained at a project site, factory, or plant.
- Training (except on-the-job training), internship, teaching, academic work, fellowship, or Ph.D. research experience will NOT be counted.
- Apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, in the relevant discipline will be considered towards the minimum experience, subject to other eligibility conditions.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 40,000 – 1,40,000 |
| Pay Fixation | At the minimum of the scale for new appointees |
| Other Benefits | DA, fixed/variable allowances, Performance Related Pay, medical facilities, HRA/lease accommodation, PF, Gratuity, Post Retirement Medical Scheme, leave rules, Maternity/Paternity Leave, Group Insurance, Leave Encashment |
Employees appointed from other PSUs/Government organizations through proper channel or with an NOC submitted at interview are eligible for pay protection (Basic + DA) as per company policy.
Selection Process
1. Written Test
- 125 objective-type questions, 1 mark each, duration 2.5 hours.
- No negative marking.
- PwBD candidates get a compensatory time of 50 minutes.
- Minimum qualifying marks: 50% for UR/EWS; 45% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD against reserved posts.
2. Document Scrutiny
Based on the written test result and vacancy count, documents are scrutinized; shortlisted candidates are called for interview preceded by original document verification.
3. Interview
- Interview call ratio: 1:6 of vacancies.
- Weightage: Written Test – 60%, Interview – 40% (Technical & Professional proficiency: 30, Personality/Communication/Competency: 10).
- Minimum interview marks: 60% for UR/EWS; 50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD against reserved posts.
- Candidates may appear in Hindi or English.
Appointment is subject to candidates being found medically fit as per RITES Rules and Standards of Medical Fitness.
Written Test Centres
| S. No. | City |
|---|---|
| 1 | Delhi/Gurgaon |
| 2 | Kolkata |
| 3 | Bangalore |
| 4 | Mumbai |
| 5 | Guwahati |
| 6 | Bhubaneswar |
Candidates give two centre preferences. All centres except Delhi/Gurgaon are tentative and subject to candidate numbers and RITES’s discretion.
Written Test Syllabus (Mechanical)
- Applied Mechanics and Design: Engineering Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials, Theory of Machines, Vibrations, Machine Design.
- Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences: Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Power Engineering, I.C. Engines, Refrigeration & Air-conditioning, Turbomachinery.
- Materials, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering: Engineering Materials, Casting/Forming/Joining Processes, Machining & Machine Tool Operations, Metrology & Inspection, CIM, Production Planning & Control, Inventory Control, Operations Research.
- Manufacturing Processes: Metal casting, metal forming, metal joining/welding, welding metallurgy, powder metallurgy, non-destructive testing.
- Testing of Materials: NDT (ultrasonic, radiography, magnetic particle, eddy current, dye penetration), physical testing (tensile, hardness, impact, bend, shear, fatigue, creep), chemical testing, metallography.
- Material Science: Thermal, chemical, electrical, magnetic and mechanical properties of materials, structure of metals, corrosion, heat transfer, air compressors, air conditioning.
Similar in scope to the GATE Mechanical syllabus.
Required Documents
- High School certificate (proof of Date of Birth)
- Certificates and mark statements for all academic/professional qualifications, all semesters/years (10th, 12th, Diploma/Graduation/PG as claimed)
- Percentage Conversion Document from University/Institute (if applicable)
- EWS/SC/ST/OBC Certificate in prescribed Government of India format (if applicable)
- Proof of Identity & Address (Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Aadhaar Card, etc.)
- PAN Card
- Proof of each period of experience claimed (offer letter, joining order, relieving letter, service certificate, pay slips, etc.), compiled in a single PDF chronologically
- PwBD Certificate as per the latest format (if applicable)
- Any other document supporting the candidature and claims
Candidates called for document verification must additionally carry a printed, signed application form with registration number, self-attested scanned copies, and one recent passport-size colour photograph.
How to Apply for RITES Assistant Manager (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026?
- Ensure you satisfy all eligibility conditions before applying.
- Apply online through the registration format in the Career Section of www.rites.com.
- Note down the “Registration No.” generated on the online form for all future communication.
- Fill in “Identity Proof” details carefully, ensuring the same document is available for later stages.
- Upload all required documents under “Upload Document”, ensuring scanned copies are clear and visible.
- Complete the online payment under “Make Payment”, and download the final application form after payment.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application form and carry it at the time of selection, if called.
Important Note: Applications without successful fee payment will be treated as incomplete and summarily rejected. Candidates can apply for any number of vacancies separately, but only one application per vacancy is allowed, and an application once submitted cannot be altered.
Important Instructions
- Candidates working in Government organizations/PSUs/PSBs on a regular basis must apply through proper channel; if applying directly, they must bring an NOC at interview for pay protection, gratuity/leave transfer, and joining benefits. NOC submitted after the interview date will not be considered.
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates must furnish caste certificates in the prescribed Annexure I/II format, valid as on the last date of application; OBC-NCL candidates must additionally submit a non-creamy layer declaration (Annexure III) at document verification.
- EWS candidates must possess an Income and Asset Certificate in the Government of India format, valid for FY 2026-27.
- Hard copies of documents are NOT to be sent to RITES by post or courier.
- Candidates must bring two duly filled copies of Annexure A (Documents Submission Checklist) along with supporting documents in chronological order at document verification/selection.
- The date of acquiring a qualification is the earliest of: last day of the month of the final exam, date of result declaration, date of marksheet issuance, or date of degree issuance – with no relaxation.
- Appointment is initially on probation for one year; confirmation depends on performance and document verification.
- Selected candidates are liable for posting anywhere in India and abroad.
- Candidates must clear a screening test for confirmation of service at the end of probation.
- No employee’s application will be forwarded for outside jobs until they complete 2 years of service at RITES.
- No TA/DA will be paid for the selection process. Legal jurisdiction for any dispute is Delhi.
- Any corrigendum/addendum will be displayed only on www.rites.com.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF (VC No. RG/11/26) | Click Here |
| Official RITES Website | Click Here |
Helpdesk: 011-33557000, Extension 13221
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RITES Assistant Manager (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026?
✅ The last date for online application submission and fee payment is 17 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in RITES Recruitment 2026?
✅ There are 24 vacancies for Assistant Manager (Mechanical), including 1 post reserved for PwBD on a horizontal basis.
Q3. What is the eligibility for RITES Assistant Manager (Mechanical)?
✅ Candidates need a full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, with a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience in production or mechanical maintenance.
Q4. What is the age limit for RITES Assistant Manager (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026?
✅ The maximum age limit is 32 years as on 17 August 2026, with relaxations for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, Ex-Servicemen, J&K Domicile, and PwBD candidates.
Q5. What is the application fee for RITES Recruitment 2026?
✅ Rs. 600 + taxes for General/OBC candidates, and Rs. 300 + taxes for EWS/SC/ST/PwBD candidates, payable online only.
Q6. What is the selection process for RITES Assistant Manager (Mechanical)?
✅ A written test (125 questions, 2.5 hours, no negative marking), document scrutiny, and an interview, with 60% weightage to the written test and 40% to the interview.
Q7. What is the pay scale for RITES Assistant Manager (Mechanical)?
✅ The pay scale is Rs. 40,000 – 1,40,000, with pay fixed at the minimum of the scale, plus DA, HRA/lease accommodation, and other allowances.
Q8. Is there negative marking in the RITES written test?
✅ No. There is no negative marking in the RITES Assistant Manager (Mechanical) written test.
Q9. How can I apply for RITES Assistant Manager (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026?
✅ Apply online through the Career Section of www.rites.com by registering, filling in details, uploading required documents, and making the online fee payment.
Q10. What is the official website for RITES Recruitment 2026?
✅ The official website is www.rites.com, where the notification, online application, and all updates/corrigenda are published.
Disclaimer: All information provided is for reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to verify all details including vacancy, eligibility, experience requirements, selection process, and application procedure from the official notification (VC No. RG/11/26) and the official RITES website at rites.com before applying.
