RITES Senior Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026: 31 Posts

RITES Ltd., a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has issued vacancy circular CL/12/26 for 31 Senior Technical Assistant posts on a contract lump-sum basis in its southern region (Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Lakshadweep). A full-time Civil Engineering diploma with two years of experience is needed. Online applications run from 2 November to 22 November 2026, and the written test is planned for 29 November 2026.

Important Dates

• Online application and fee start: 2 November 2026
• Last date to apply and pay: 22 November 2026
• Written test (tentative): 29 November 2026, morning shift

Vacancy Details

Eligibility

• Full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering; a degree in the same discipline is also accepted.
• At least 50% marks (45% for SC, ST, OBC-NCL and PwBD against reserved posts).
• Two years of experience after the qualification in the relevant field; training, internship and teaching do not count.
• Maximum age 40 years on 22 November 2026; 5 years more for SC/ST, 3 for OBC-NCL, 10 for PwBD.

Application Fee

• General and OBC: Rs 300 plus taxes
• EWS, SC, ST and PwD: Rs 100 plus taxes
• SC, ST and PwD candidates get the fee back after they take part in the written test.

Selection Process

• Written test of 125 objective questions in 2.5 hours, one mark each, with no negative marking.
• Sections: quantitative aptitude (about 35), data interpretation (about 35), logical reasoning (about 35) and general awareness (about 20).
• Qualifying marks: 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for reserved categories; then document scrutiny and a medical test.

How to Apply

• Apply online on the careers section of rites.com and pay the fee there.
• Choose two test centre preferences in the form; the test is held in four places across India.
• Upload documents that prove your qualification, experience and category.

Before You Apply

• Read the full official notice linked at the end of this page, as it is the final word on eligibility.
• Keep your certificates, ID proof, category certificate and experience proof ready before you start.
• Check your name and date of birth against your 10th certificate.
• Do not leave it for the last day. Late or incomplete applications are not considered.
• Keep a copy of what you submit, and any receipt or acknowledgement.

Prepare with MockGhar

• The test checks aptitude, data interpretation, reasoning and general awareness. Practise these sections with free mock tests on MockGhar.