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RITES Senior Technical Assistant Bharti 2026 - 31 Civil Diploma Posts (Southern Region)

RITES Limited (A Govt. of India Enterprise, Navratna CPSE under Ministry of Railways) · Posted 3 Nov 2026

Total posts31
QualificationFull-time Diploma in Civil Engineering (50% for UR/EWS, 45% for reserved) + 2 years post-qualification experience
Age limitUp to 40 years
Last date22 Nov 2026

In short

RITES Senior Technical Assistant Bharti 2026 is open for 31 Senior Technical Assistant posts on a contract lumpsum basis in the Southern region. Candidates with a full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience can apply online on the RITES website until 22 November 2026.

The recruitment is notified under VC No. CL/12/26. RITES Ltd. is a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, working as a multi-disciplinary consultancy in transport, infrastructure and related technologies. The vacancies are for projects in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Lakshadweep, though selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India.

There is no domicile restriction, so Civil diploma holders from Gujarat and other states can also apply. Graduates and postgraduates in Civil Engineering are eligible too.

  • No negative marking in the written test
  • Contract job for one year at first, extendable until the assignment is complete
  • Empanelment does not guarantee a job; offers depend on project needs
  • PwBD candidates get 50 minutes compensatory time in the written test
  • Fee refund for SC/ST/PwD after they appear in the written test
  • Written test centres: Chennai, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram and Secunderabad (choose two preferences)
  • Pay is linked to minimum wages and revised as per Central Government notifications
  • All documents must be uploaded online; missing uploads can cancel candidature
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Important dates

  1. 2 Nov 2026

    Application Start · done

  2. 22 Nov 2026

    Fee Payment Last Date

  3. 22 Nov 2026

    Last Date to Apply

  4. 29 Nov 2026

    Written Test

  5. 22 Nov 2026

    Cut-off Date for Age, Experience & Eligibility

Application fee

CategoryFee
General / OBCRs. 300 + taxes
EWS / SC / ST / PwDRs. 100 + taxes (refundable for SC/ST/PwD after appearing in test)

Pay online only through the RITES application portal by 22-11-2026; taxes extra. Fee paid by SC/ST/PwD is refunded (minus GST/bank charges) after they appear in the written test. Fee by any other mode is rejected.

Eligibility

Educational Qualification

  • Full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering from an institution recognised by BTE/AICTE, or from a recognised university/deemed university
  • Higher qualification (Degree / PG Degree) in Civil Engineering is also accepted
  • Sections A & B of the Institution of Engineers (India), recognised by AICTE, are accepted
  • If the marksheet shows CGPA/DGPA, submit the university's conversion formula; if none exists, an undertaking from the university is needed, and 5 on a 10-point scale is taken as 50%

Minimum Marks in Qualification & Written Test

CategoryMin. Marks in QualificationMin. Marks in Written Test
UR / EWS (and reserved candidates applying against UR posts)50%50%
SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwBD (against reserved posts)45%45%

Experience

Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field of engineering, as on 22.11.2026. Training (except on-the-job training), internship, teaching, academic, fellowship or PhD research experience is not counted.

Age Limit & Relaxation (as on 22.11.2026)

CategoryRelaxationMaximum Age
UR / EWSNil40 years
OBC (NCL)3 years43 years
SC / ST5 years45 years
PwBD (min. 40% disability)10 years, in addition to SC/ST/OBC relaxation50 (UR) / 53 (OBC) / 55 (SC/ST) years

Relaxation for Ex-servicemen and J&K domicile applies against reserved posts as per Govt. orders.

PwBD Suitability

  • Post is identified for Locomotor Disability (One Arm, One Leg) and Hearing Impairment
  • Physical requirements: sitting, standing, bending, walking, seeing, manipulation by fingers, communication, reading and writing
  • PwBD candidates of these categories can apply against unreserved posts too, under general merit

Date of Acquiring Qualification

The earliest of: last day of the month of the final exam (or the exact exam date, if stated), result declaration date, final marksheet date or degree issue date.

Age limitUp to 40 years
Experience2+ years
Pay range₹26,218 – ₹39,137 / Month
SalaryGross Rs. 26,218 - Rs. 39,137 per month (city-wise)
Basic PayRs. 20,644 (Z class) / Rs. 24,258 (Y class) / Rs. 26,624 (X class & Bangalore)
Gross SalaryRs. 26,218 (Z class) / Rs. 30,808 (Y class) / Rs. 36,475 (X class) / Rs. 39,137 (Bangalore)

Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per the official notification.

Vacancy details · 31 posts

Post NameUREWSOBCSCSTTotal
Senior Technical Assistant (Civil)14384231

Selection process

  1. 1Written Test (125 objective questions, 2.5 hours)
  2. 2Document Scrutiny
  3. 3Merit List
  4. 4Provisional Offer
  5. 5Original Document Verification at Joining
  6. 6Medical Examination

Exam pattern

PaperSubjectQuestionsMarksDuration
Section 1Quantitative Aptitude35352.5 hours (total)
Section 2Data Interpretation3535Included in 2.5 hours
Section 3Logical Reasoning3535Included in 2.5 hours
Section 4Basic Awareness / General Knowledge2020Included in 2.5 hours

How to apply

  1. Visit https://www.rites.com and open the Career section.
  2. Find VC No. CL/12/26 (Senior Technical Assistant) and open the online registration form.
  3. Fill the application form under "Fill/ Modify Application Form":
    • Personal and category details
    • Identity proof details (keep the same ID for later stages)
    • Qualification and experience details
    • Two preferred written test centres
  4. Note down the Registration No. shown at the top of the form for all future communication.
  5. Upload all supporting documents under the "Upload Document" section, with experience proof as one PDF in date order.
  6. SC/ST/PwBD candidates must upload their category certificate at the payment stage to get the fee refund.
  7. Pay the fee under "Make Payment" and make sure the invoice is generated.
  8. Download the final application form, print it, sign it and keep it for the selection process.
  9. For fee payment issues, call 011-33557000 (Ext. 13221) or e-mail pg.service@hdfc.bank.in.
  10. For other queries, e-mail cont.rectt@rites.com with VC No., Registration/Roll No., full name in block letters and registered e-mail ID.

Documents required

Upload During Online Application

  • High School certificate (proof of date of birth)
  • Marksheets of all semesters/years and certificates for 10th, 12th, Diploma, Graduation, PG (as applicable)
  • Percentage conversion document from the university/institute (if applicable)
  • EWS / SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD certificate in Govt. of India format (if applicable)
  • Proof of identity and address (Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, Aadhaar)
  • PAN Card
  • Experience proof in a single PDF in date order (offer letter, joining order, relieving letter, service certificate, pay slips)
  • Any other document supporting your claims

Carry at Document Verification

  • Printed, signed copy of the online application form
  • 1 recent passport-size colour photograph (2 for Annexure A checklist)
  • Self-attested photocopies of all uploaded documents, in the given order, plus originals
  • Two filled copies of Annexure A (Documents Submission Checklist)
  • For current job: experience certificate or joining letter with last month's salary slip or Form 16
  • Relieving letter / experience certificate of last company, and NOC for Govt./PSU employees
  • Specialisation certificate from university (if applicable)

Category Documents

  • SC/ST caste certificate (Annexure I format)
  • OBC-NCL certificate (Annexure II format)
  • OBC non-creamy layer declaration (Annexure III)
  • EWS Income & Asset Certificate (FY 2026-27)
  • PwBD certificate in the latest format

Important notes

General Guidelines

  1. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India as per company needs.
  2. Services can be ended without notice for poor performance, misconduct or if the client discontinues services.
  3. Appointment is subject to medical fitness as per RITES standards.
  4. The number of vacancies may vary, and management may cancel or change the recruitment at any stage.
  5. Govt./PSU employees can join only after being properly relieved by their parent organisation.
  6. Legal disputes fall under Delhi jurisdiction.
  7. No fares, TA or DA will be paid.

Eligibility Conditions

  1. Merely applying or qualifying does not give any right to selection.
  2. False information or suppression of facts, even after appointment, will lead to cancellation or termination.
  3. An offer letter alone is not accepted as experience proof; joining and relieving orders or experience certificates are needed.
  4. If a specialisation is required, a university certificate stating the specialisation must be submitted.
  5. OBC (NCL) certificate must not be older than one year on 22.11.2026; otherwise the candidate is treated as UR.
  6. EWS Income & Asset Certificate must be valid for FY 2026-27 in Govt. of India format.
  7. OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates get one more chance to submit a valid certificate on the joining date.

Application & Fee

  1. Apply once per vacancy; an application cannot be changed after submission.
  2. SC/ST/PwD candidates applying against posts not reserved for them must still pay the full fee.
  3. Applications without successful fee payment will be rejected.
  4. If the invoice does not download, e-mail cont.rectt@rites.com with registration details right away.
  5. Do not send hard copies of documents by post or courier.

Communication & Document Verification

  1. Exact date, time and venue of the written test will be sent separately; RITES may allot a centre outside your preferences.
  2. Selection rounds may be held at RITES Regional Offices, as stated in call letters.
  3. Offers are issued provisionally after document scrutiny; originals are checked at joining, failing which the offer is cancelled.
  4. All updates and corrigenda will appear only on www.rites.com and by e-mail.
  5. Raise any issue well before the last date; last-minute problems will not be entertained.

Frequently asked questions

What is the last date to apply for RITES Senior Technical Assistant Bharti 2026?

The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 22 November 2026.

How many posts are there in RITES Senior Technical Assistant Bharti 2026?

There are 31 posts: 14 UR, 8 OBC (NCL), 4 SC, 3 EWS and 2 ST, with 2 posts reserved for PwBD.

What is the qualification for RITES STA 2026?

A full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering with 2 years of post-qualification experience. Degree holders in Civil Engineering can also apply.

What is the salary of RITES Senior Technical Assistant?

Monthly gross pay is Rs. 26,218 in Z class cities and up to Rs. 39,137 in Bangalore.

Is there negative marking in the RITES STA written test?

No. The test has 125 one-mark questions in 2.5 hours with no negative marking.

When is the RITES Senior Technical Assistant exam 2026?

The written test is tentatively scheduled for 29 November 2026 in the morning shift.

Can Gujarat candidates apply for RITES Senior Technical Assistant 2026?

Yes. There is no domicile rule, but postings are for Southern region projects and can be anywhere in India.

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