RITES Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026 – 27 Posts, Apply Online
RITES Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026 – 27 Posts, Apply Online
Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) has invited online applications for 27 Assistant Manager (Mechanical) posts on a contract lumpsum basis in Tamil Nadu, under vacancy circular numbers CL/09/26, CL/10/26 and CL/11/26. Applications opened on 30 October 2026 and will close on 20 November 2026. The written test is scheduled for 29 November 2026. Candidates with a full-time Diploma or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, along with the required quality assurance, quality control and testing experience, can apply through the official RITES recruitment portal.
Key Highlights
| Organisation | Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) |
|---|---|
| Post | Assistant Manager (Mechanical-I, II and III) |
| Total vacancies | 27 |
| Vacancy circular numbers | CL/09/26, CL/10/26, CL/11/26 |
| Engagement | Contract lumpsum basis, in Tamil Nadu |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Official website | www.rites.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application and fee payment begin | 30 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application and fee payment | 20 November 2026 |
| Written test — VC CL/09/26 | 29 November 2026 (morning shift) |
| Written test — VC CL/10/26 and CL/11/26 | 29 November 2026 (evening shift) |
Application Fee
General and OBC candidates: Rs. 600 plus taxes as applicable. EWS, SC, ST and PwBD candidates: Rs. 300 plus taxes as applicable. The fee must be paid online through the application portal. The notification states that the fee paid by SC, ST and PwBD candidates will be refunded, after deduction of GST and bank charges, on participation in the further selection process and scrutiny of the category certificate.
Vacancy Details
| Vacancy circular | Post | Total posts |
|---|---|---|
| CL/09/26 | Assistant Manager (Mechanical-I) | 14 |
| CL/10/26 | Assistant Manager (Mechanical-II) | 10 |
| CL/11/26 | Assistant Manager (Mechanical-III) | 3 |
| Total | 27 | |
Two posts are reserved for PwBD candidates of category C on a horizontal basis. The notification states that the number of vacancies may vary.
Eligibility
Applicants need a full-time Diploma or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from an institution recognised by BTE or AICTE, or a university established by law. Diploma holders need at least 8 years of post-qualification experience in quality assurance, quality control and testing (destructive and non-destructive), preferably in steel plants and rolling, forging or casting industries. Degree holders need at least 2 years of such experience. Assistant Manager (Mechanical-II) additionally requires ASNT or ISNT Level-II certification in UT, and Assistant Manager (Mechanical-III) requires ASNT or ISNT Level-II certification in MPT. Candidates applying against unreserved posts from the UR and EWS categories, and SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD candidates applying against unreserved posts, need first class or at least 60% marks in the minimum qualification. Reserved-category candidates need at least 50% marks for reserved posts.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 40 years as on 20 November 2026, the last date of application. Age relaxation is available as per government rules: 5 years for SC and ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates, and 10 years for persons with benchmark disabilities, subject to the conditions in the notification.
Pay
The monthly basic pay is Rs. 24,258 and the monthly gross pay is Rs. 38,085 at the minimum of the pay scale. The basic remuneration will be revised in line with central government minimum wage rates notified from time to time.
Selection Process
Selection consists of a written test followed by an interview. The written test has 125 objective questions carrying one mark each, for a duration of 2.5 hours, with no negative marking. The qualifying mark in the written test is 50% for UR and EWS candidates and 45% for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD candidates against reserved posts. Candidates will be called for interview in the ratio of 1:6 against the vacancies. The final weightage is 60% for the written test and 40% for the interview. The qualifying mark in the interview is 60% for UR and EWS candidates and 50% for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD candidates against reserved posts.
How to Apply
- Visit the official RITES website and open the careers or recruitment section, or go directly to the RITES recruitment portal.
- Read vacancy circular numbers CL/09/26 to CL/11/26 in full and check eligibility for the post you intend to apply for.
- Register, fill the online application form, upload the required documents and pay the fee online.
- Submit the form on or before 20 November 2026 and keep a printout of the final submitted form and the fee invoice.
Important Links
- Apply Online: https://recruit.rites.com
- Download Notification (PDF): https://rites.com/Upload/Career/Advertisement_for_CL-09-11_26_pdf-2026-Oct-30-14-18-27.pdf
- RITES Official Website: https://www.rites.com
Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are available in RITES Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026?
There are 27 posts: 14 for Assistant Manager (Mechanical-I), 10 for Mechanical-II and 3 for Mechanical-III.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application and fee payment is 20 November 2026.
When is the written test?
The written test is on 29 November 2026 — morning shift for VC CL/09/26 and evening shift for VC CL/10/26 and CL/11/26.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 600 plus taxes for General and OBC candidates, and Rs. 300 plus taxes for EWS, SC, ST and PwBD candidates.
Featured image: RITES Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026 poster, RojSarkariResult.com.
Disclaimer: RojSarkariResult.com is an independent information publisher and is not affiliated with RITES or the Government of India. Candidates should verify all details in the official notification before applying.