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RITES Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has opened the RITES Assistant Manager Mechanical Online Form 2026 for 27 contract posts in quality assurance and testing, with first posting in Tamil Nadu. Applications run from 30.10.2026 to 20.11.2026, and the written test is on 29.11.2026.
Last Date: 2026-11-20 23:59:00
Quick Highlights
- Posts: AM-Mechanical-I, II and III (CL/09/26, CL/10/26, CL/11/26)
- Vacancies: 27
- Engagement: Contract lumpsum, one year initially
- Last Date: 20.11.2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application starts | 30.10.2026 |
| Last date for application and fee | 20.11.2026 |
| Written test, CL/09/26 | 29.11.2026 (Morning) |
| Written test, CL/10/26 and CL/11/26 | 29.11.2026 (Evening) |
Nature of the Job and Pay
This is a contract engagement, not a permanent post. It lasts one year at first and can be extended until the assignment ends. Empanelment does not guarantee a job, and selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India.
| Minimum of Pay Scale | Per Month |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Rs. 24,258 |
| Gross Pay | Rs. 38,085 |
Vacancy Details
| VC No. | Post | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL/09/26 | AM-Mechanical-I | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 1 |
| CL/10/26 | AM-Mechanical-II | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | - | 10 | 1 |
| CL/11/26 | AM-Mechanical-III | 3 | - | - | - | - | 3 | - |
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification and Experience
| VC No. | Qualification |
|---|---|
| CL/09/26 | Full-time Diploma or B.Tech (Mechanical) |
| CL/10/26 | Same, with ASNT or ISNT Level-II in UT |
| CL/11/26 | Same, with ASNT or ISNT Level-II in MPT |
All three need QA, QC or testing experience: 8 years for Diploma holders and 2 years for degree holders. Training, internship, teaching and PhD periods do not count. Since CL/10/26 and CL/11/26 tests are at the same time, apply for the code matching your certification.
UR and EWS candidates need a first class or 60% marks in the qualification; reserved category candidates need 50%.
Age Limit
Maximum age is 40 years as on 20.11.2026. Relaxation is 5 years for SC and ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General and OBC | Rs. 600 plus taxes |
| EWS, SC, ST and PwBD | Rs. 300 plus taxes |
SC, ST and PwBD fee is refunded after taking part in the test or interview, minus GST or bank charges, if the category certificate is submitted at payment.
Selection Process
Written Test
There are 125 objective questions of one mark each in 2.5 hours, with no negative marking. The qualifying mark is 50% for UR and EWS and 45% for reserved categories.
| Section | Approx. Questions |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 |
| Data Interpretation | 35 |
| Logical Reasoning | 35 |
| General Knowledge and Awareness | 20 |
Interview
Candidates are called in the ratio of 1:6 to vacancies. Final merit gives 60% weight to the written test and 40% to the interview. The interview can be in Hindi or English, and appointment depends on medical fitness.
Test centres are tentatively Chennai, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram and Secunderabad. Give two preferences while applying.
How to Apply
- Check that you meet the qualification, experience and age conditions for the vacancy code you want.
- Open the Career section of the RITES website and fill the online registration form before 20.11.2026.
- Note the Registration No. shown on top of the form and quote it in all communication with RITES.
- Fill the Identity Proof details carefully and keep the same original proof for later stages.
- Complete the Fill/Modify Application Form section, give two test centre preferences and upload all documents.
- Pay the fee under the Make Payment section, then download the final application form and keep a copy.
Submit one application per vacancy, as it cannot be altered later.
Documents to Upload
- Date of birth proof and all academic marksheets and certificates
- Category or PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Identity and address proof, and PAN card
- Experience proofs in one PDF in chronological order
Unclear scans or missing documents can cancel the candidature. OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must be valid as on 20.11.2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who can apply for RITES Assistant Manager Mechanical posts?
Candidates with a full-time Diploma or B.Tech in Mechanical and the required QA, QC or testing experience can apply. CL/10/26 and CL/11/26 also need ASNT or ISNT Level-II in UT and MPT respectively.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for the online application and fee payment is 20.11.2026. Age, experience and all eligibility conditions are counted as on that date.
Q3. How many vacancies are there?
There are 27 vacancies: 14 for CL/09/26, 10 for CL/10/26 and 3 for CL/11/26. Two posts are reserved for PwBD candidates on a horizontal basis.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the written test?
No, nothing is deducted for a wrong answer. The paper has 125 questions of one mark each in 2.5 hours, and PwBD candidates get 50 minutes of extra time.
Q5. Is this a permanent job?
No, the appointment is on contract basis for one year initially, extendable until the assignment is completed. Empanelment against a vacancy does not guarantee selection or a right to the job.
Source
Details are from the official RITES Limited advertisement. Corrigenda appear only on the RITES website. Queries go to cont.rectt@rites.com with the VC number and registration number.
Disclaimer: This article is for information only. Verify all details on the official RITES notification before applying.
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