RITES Limited IT Professional Recruitment 2026: Complete Guide

RITES Limited (Rail India Technical and Economic Service), a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Railways, has opened applications for 3 senior-level IT positions on a regular basis. The drive targets experienced professionals for strategic technology roles.


📋 Recruitment Snapshot

ParameterDetails
OrganizationRITES Limited (Navratna CPSE)
RecruitmentIT Professional Recruitment 2026
PostsDeputy General Manager, Senior Manager, Manager
Total Vacancies3 (One per post)
Employment TypeRegular Basis
Application ModeOnline via rites.com
Job LocationPan India / Abroad (As per organizational requirement)

🗓️ Critical Timeline

EventDate
Application Window Opens03 August 2026
Final Submission Deadline24 August 2026 (Fee payment included)
Written Examination30 August 2026
Age/Experience Cut-off24 August 2026

🎯 Vacancy Breakdown & Age Criteria

VC No.Post DesignationVacanciesMax Age Limit (as on 24 Aug 2026)
RG/13/26Deputy General Manager (Joint Program Manager)141 Years
RG/14/26Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert)138 Years
RG/15/26Manager (API Developer)135 Years

Note: Age relaxation applies per GoI rules for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Ex-Servicemen).


🎓 Eligibility Matrix

1. Deputy General Manager (Joint Program Manager)

  • Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering/Technology, Computer Science, Computer Applications, IT, Electronics, E&TC, E&C, E&I, or relevant PG Degree.
  • Experience: 11 Years total post-qualification experience, including minimum 5 Years in relevant Job Description areas (Program Management, Large Scale IT Projects, etc.).

2. Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert)

  • Qualification: Bachelor’s or PG Degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or related disciplines.
  • Experience: 8 Years total experience, with minimum 6 Years specifically in Cyber Security domains (SOC, SIEM, VAPT, Compliance, Cloud Security, etc.).

3. Manager (API Developer)

  • Qualification: Bachelor’s or PG Degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or related disciplines.
  • Experience: 5 Years total experience in API Development (REST/GraphQL, API Gateways, Microservices, Integration Patterns).

💰 Compensation Structure (Pay Scales)

PostPay Scale (IDA)
Deputy General Manager₹70,000 – ₹2,00,000 (E5 Grade)
Senior Manager₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 (E4 Grade)
Manager₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 (E3 Grade)

Includes DA, HRA, Perks, PRP, Medical, PF, Gratuity, and other allowances as per RITES CDA Rules.


💸 Application Fee

CategoryFee (Excl. Taxes)
General / OBC / EWS₹600 + GST
SC / ST / PwD / Internal Candidates₹300 + GST

Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking / Credit / Debit Card / UPI). Non-refundable.


🧪 Selection Procedure

The methodology differs by seniority level.

For Deputy General Manager (VC RG/13/26)

  1. Document Scrutiny (Shortlisting based on eligibility/experience weightage).
  2. Personal Interview.

For Senior Manager & Manager (VC RG/14/26 & RG/15/26)

  1. Written Examination (CBT)
    • Pattern: 125 Objective Questions (MCQs).
    • Marks: 125 (1 Mark/Q).
    • Duration: 2.5 Hours (150 Minutes).
    • Negative Marking: None.
    • Syllabus: Domain Knowledge (Cyber Security / API Dev), General Aptitude, Reasoning, English.
  2. Document Verification (For candidates shortlisted post-CBT).
  3. Personal Interview.

Merit List: Final selection based on combined scores of Written Test (where applicable) + Interview, subject to medical fitness and document verification.


📝 How to Apply: Step-by-Step

  1. Navigate to the official portal: rites.com.
  2. Click the Careers / Recruitment tab.
  3. Locate RITES IT Professional Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. RG/13-15/26).
  4. Register using a valid Email ID & Mobile Number to generate Login Credentials.
  5. Login and complete the Application Form (Personal, Education, Experience details).
  6. Upload scanned documents (Photo, Signature, Degree, Experience Certificates, Caste/PwD cert if applicable) per specified dimensions.
  7. Pay Fee via the integrated payment gateway.
  8. Review & Submit. Download/Print the final Submission Receipt for future reference.

ResourceAction
Online Application PortalApply Here(opens in new tab) (Active 03 Aug – 24 Aug 2026)
Detailed Advertisement (PDF)Download Notification
Official WebsiteVisit RITES(opens in new tab)
Login / Registered Candidate PortalCandidate Login

⚠️ Key Instructions for Candidates

  • Experience Calculation: Post-qualification experience counted strictly up to 24 August 2026. Internships/Training periods generally excluded unless specified.
  • Document Readiness: Keep digital copies of NOC (No Objection Certificate) ready if currently employed in Govt/PSU sector.
  • Single Application: Apply for only one post matching your primary profile. Multiple applications may lead to rejection.
  • Communication: All updates (Admit Card, Results, Interview Schedule) will be hosted on the website / sent to registered Email/SMS. No physical correspondence.

Disclaimer: This summary is for informational purposes based on the official notification. Candidates must read the complete Advertisement PDF on rites.com before applying to verify specific Job Descriptions, Reservation Rosters, and Terms & Conditions.

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