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209 Post: NHSRCL Recruitment 2026, Apply Online
Name of the Post : Deputy Engineer Grade (Vac. 21–25/2026)
Total Vacancies : 34
Pay Scale (IDA) : ₹46,000–1,45,000 (NE-6)
Maximum Age : 45 Years
Eligibility Cutoff Date : 31 May 2026
Medical Standard : Aye-three (A-3)
Name of the Post : Junior Engineer Grade (Vac. 26–32/2026)
Total Vacancies : 175
Pay Scale (IDA) : ₹40,000–1,25,000 (NE-4)
Maximum Age : 45 Years
Eligibility Cutoff Date : 31 May 2026
Medical Standard : Aye-three (A-3) / Aye-one (A-1) for Vac. 31/2026
 Application Fee :
The application fee structure is identical for both vacancy notice groups. Female candidates and candidates from Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe backgrounds are fully exempt from paying the fee. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances – candidates are advised to confirm their eligibility before making payment
UR / EWS / OBC : ₹400/- (exclusive of transaction processing charges)
Scheduled Caste (SC) : Exempted
Scheduled Tribe (ST) : Exempted
Women candidates : Exempted
Salary / Pay Scale
NHSRCL offers IDA (Industrial Dearness Allowance) pay scales. The pay and emoluments include Perks, HRA, Medical Benefits, other allowances, EPF, and Gratuity as per extant rules of the corporation.
Deputy Engineer / Deputy Chief Controller (Vacancy Nos. 21–25/2026) : ₹46,000–1,45,000 (NE-6)
Junior Engineer / Controller / Train Manager / Station Manager (Vacancy Nos. 26–32/2026) : ₹40,000–1,25,000 (NE-4)
Post-Wise Details :
NHSRCL has announced posts across two separate vacancy notices covering different seniority levels. Candidates can apply for only one post across the relevant vacancy notice group – the Computer Based Test for all posts within each group may be held on the same day and at the same time.
Group 1: Deputy Engineer / Deputy Chief Controller (Vacancy Nos. 21–25/2026)
| Vacancy No. | Post Name | Total Posts | Posts Earmarked for Deputy Chief Controller |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/2026 | Deputy Engineer (Civil/Track) / Deputy Chief Facility Controller (Civil & Track) | 18 | 3 |
| 22/2026 | Deputy Engineer (Electrical) / Deputy Chief Controller (Electrical) | 4 | 1 |
| 23/2026 | Deputy Engineer (Signalling & Telecom) / Deputy Chief Controller (Signalling & Telecom) | 5 | 1 |
| 24/2026 | Deputy Chief Controller (Rolling Stock) | 3 | 3 |
| 25/2026 | Deputy Chief Controller (Operations) | 4 | 4 |
| Total | 34 |
Group 2: Junior Engineer / Controller / Train Manager / Station Manager (Vacancy Nos. 26–32/2026)
| Vacancy No. | Post Name | Total Posts | Posts Earmarked for Controller | Posts Earmarked for Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26/2026 | JE (Civil/Track) / Facility Controller (Civil & Track) / JE (Safety – Civil & Track) | 31 | 3 | 1 |
| 27/2026 | JE (Electrical) / Electric Power Controller / JE (Safety – Electrical) | 47 | 3 | 1 |
| 28/2026 | JE (Signalling & Telecom) / S&T Controller / JE (Safety – S&T) | 20 | 3 | 1 |
| 29/2026 | JE (Rolling Stock – Electrical) / Rolling Stock Controller / JE (Safety – Rolling Stock) | 14 | 4 | 1 |
| 30/2026 | JE (Rolling Stock – Mechanical) | 3 | – | – |
| 31/2026 | Train Manager / Station Manager / Depot Controller / Operations Controller / JE (Safety – Operations) | 55 | 16 | 1 |
| 32/2026 | JE (Automatic Fare Collection Systems) | 5 | – | – |
| Total | 175 |
Out of the 55 posts under Vacancy No. 31/2026 (Train Manager/Station Manager series), 16 posts are earmarked for Controller assignment. The medical standard for all posts is Aye-three (A-3) except Vacancy No. 31/2026, which carries Aye-one (A-1).
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility is assessed differently depending on whether the candidate is employed under IDA or CDA pay scales. All experience and eligibility conditions are reckoned as on 31 May 2026. Experience gained through teaching, faculty, apprenticeship, internship, proprietorship, partnership, or freelancing will not count toward the required years of experience.
Educational Qualification – Post-Wise
| Post / Vacancy | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| DE / JE (Civil/Track) | 3-Year Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a Govt. recognized University/Institute |
| DE / JE (Electrical) | 3-Year Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics from a Govt. recognized University/Institute |
| DE / JE (Signalling & Telecom) | 3-Year Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Electronics / Electronics & Communications / Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Computer Science / IT from a Govt. recognized University/Institute |
| DE / JE (Rolling Stock) | 3-Year Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation / Mechatronics (for DE); additionally Instrumentation / Computer Science (for JE) from a Govt. recognized University/Institute |
| JE (Rolling Stock – Mechanical) | 3-Year Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical from a Govt. recognized University/Institute |
| DE (Operations) / Train Manager / Station Manager / Depot Controller / Operations Controller | 3-Year Diploma / BE / B.Tech in any discipline from a Govt. recognized University/Institute |
| JE (AFC Systems) | 3-Year Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Computer Science / IT / Electronics & Communications / Electrical & Electronics from a Govt. recognized University/Institute |
Work Experience – Deputy Engineer Grade (Vacancy Nos. 21–25/2026)
For IDA pay scale employees (Metro Railways/RRTS):
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Minimum 5 years’ supervisory work experience in the relevant field (Civil/Track maintenance, Electrical Power Distribution, Railway Signalling, Rolling Stock maintenance, or OCC Operations as applicable); AND
Currently working in pay scales with minimum bottom pay of ₹46,000, OR
2 years’ experience in pay scales with minimum bottom pay of ₹40,000 and above, OR
5 years’ experience in pay scales with minimum bottom pay of ₹37,000 and above.
For CDA pay scale employees (Ministry of Railways / other Govt. Railways):
Minimum 5 years’ supervisory work experience in the relevant field; AND
Working in PB-2 + GP ₹4,200 (Level 6 of 7th CPC); AND
Minimum 4 years of Group C service.
For the Deputy Chief Controller (Operations) post specifically, candidates under CDA scales must have 5 years’ supervisory experience in maintenance of Rolling Stock and Depot Machinery (not OCC operations) to be eligible. Under IDA scales, the requirement is 5 years’ post-qualification supervisory experience in OCC/Station/Train operations with minimum 2 years as Traffic Controller in an OCC equipped with modern OCC systems.
Note on MACP: For CDA-scale employees, higher grade pays granted under MACP by the department will not be considered for eligibility. Only the substantive grade is taken into account for determining the grade of absorption.
Work Experience – Junior Engineer Grade (Vacancy Nos. 26–32/2026)
All posts require a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field within Operations & Maintenance departments of Indian Railways, Government-owned or operated Railways, Metro Railways, or RRTS systems.
Selection Process :
For the Deputy Engineer grade (Vacancy Nos. 21–25/2026), selection consists of four stages in this order: Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, Interview, and Medical Examination.
For the Junior Engineer grade (Vacancy Nos. 26–32/2026), selection consists of three stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Note that the Interview stage is not part of the JE-grade selection process.
In both cases, management reserves the right to include or dispense with any stage of the selection methodology. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through their registered email addresses. Out-station candidates called for interview (DE grade) will be paid Travelling Allowance as per company rules.
Medical fitness is a mandatory condition of appointment. Candidates will be examined as per the Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM). Additional medical tests such as Audiometry and Perimetry may also be conducted as required for safe operation of High Speed Trains.
Important Note :
Candidates applying for posts that include a Controller or Safety assignment (such as Vacancy Nos. 21–29, 31/2026) must indicate their willingness for such assignments in the online application form. They must also furnish their order of preference between the available designations at the time of application. However, the final allocation of post or assignment rests entirely at NHSRCL’s discretion, regardless of the candidate’s stated preference.
Document Requirements :
Along with the application, candidates must submit a Competency Certificate or Experience Certificate issued by their employer. This certificate must clearly indicate the required work experience with year-wise details of the nature and type of work performed. Incomplete applications or applications submitted without supporting documents will be rejected outright.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Applying for NHSRCL absorption posts is a specialized process. Keep the following in mind to avoid rejection:
Do not apply for more than one post within the same vacancy notice group (21–25 or 26–32). Only one application is permitted per group, and both CBT sessions may be held simultaneously.
Save your registration credentials immediately after creating your portal account. NHSRCL communicates exclusively through registered email IDs – check your spam folder regularly.
Verify eligibility before paying the fee. The ₹400 fee is non-refundable under all circumstances, including ineligibility or withdrawal.
If your internet connection drops during payment, do not immediately retry – check your  bank statement first to avoid a double payment. Contact your bank if the amount is debited but confirmation is not received.
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Use an updated browser on a stable connection for the application portal. Avoid submitting on the final day to prevent server congestion issues.
Ensure your experience certificate is on your employer’s letterhead with year-wise work details – general appointment letters or offer letters alone are not acceptable
Important Links :
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