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Konkan Railway Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 – 201 Posts,

Konkan Railway Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 has announced 201 vacancies for Junior Engineer, Technician, and other non-executive posts. Eligible

·Posted 01 August 2026 at 10:12 pm

·by vishal

OrganizationCO/P-R/02/2026B.E/B.TechGraduate10th Pass12th Pass201 postskonkanrailway.com

Quick Summary

Konkan Railway Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 – 201 Posts, recruitment banner

Start Date

31 Jul 2026

Exam Date

September 2026 (tentative)

Examination / Post Name

Konkan Railway Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 – 201 Posts,

Advertisement / Notification No.

CO/P-R/02/2026

Total Vacancies

201

Job Category

Government Jobs

Educational Qualification

B.E/B.Tech, Graduate, 10th Pass, 12th Pass, Diploma, Post Graduate, ITI

Salary / Pay Scale

PostPay Level (7th CPC)Initial Pay (Rs.)
Senior Section Engineer (S&T)Level 744,900
Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical)Level 744,900
Junior Engineer (Civil)Level 635,400
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)Level 635,400
Section ControllerLevel 635,400
Station MasterLevel 635,400
Commercial SupervisorLevel 635,400
Goods Train ManagerLevel 529,200
Technician-III (Mechanical)Level 219,900
ESTM-III (S&T)Level 219,900
Assistant Loco PilotLevel 219,900
Track Maintainer-IVLevel 118,000

Age Limit

CategoryAge LimitMaximum Upper Age
Group 'C' posts (all except Track Maintainer)18 to 36 years—
Erstwhile Group 'D' post (Track Maintainer)18 to 45 years—
SC & ST (Group 'C')5 Years Relaxation41 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) (Group 'C')3 Years Relaxation39 Years
Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) (Group 'C')3 years*39 Years
Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) (Group 'C')6 years*42 Years
Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) (Group 'C')8 years*44 Years
PwBD (UR & EWS) (Group 'C')10 Years Relaxation46 Years
PwBD (OBC-NCL) (Group 'C')13 Years Relaxation49 Years
PwBD (SC & ST) (Group 'C')15 Years Relaxation51 Years
Serving KRCL Employees (UR & EWS, 3+ years' service) (Group 'C')—40 Years
Serving KRCL Employees (OBC-NCL, 3+ years' service) (Group 'C')—43 Years
Serving KRCL Employees (SC & ST, 3+ years' service) (Group 'C')—45 Years
SC & ST (Track Maintainer)5 Years Relaxation50 Years
Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) (Track Maintainer)3 years*48 Years
Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) (Track Maintainer)8 years*53 Years

Application Fee

CategoryFee
UR / OBC-NCL / General candidatesRs. 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000 + 18% GST) per examination
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Minorities / EBC / PwBDFee refunded (minus bank charges) upon appearing in CBT

Selection Process

  1. Computer Based Test (CBT) — Screening test with negative marking.
  2. Computer-Based/OMR-based Aptitude Test — For Section Controller, Station Master, and Assistant Loco Pilot only.
  3. Document Verification (DV) — Verification of original documents.
  4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — For Track Maintainer only (mandatory and qualifying).
  5. Medical Examination — Final stage of selection.
Official NotificationApply Online

Detailed Guide

Age Limit
CategoryAge LimitMaximum Upper Age
Group 'C' posts (all except Track Maintainer)18 to 36 years
Erstwhile Group 'D' post (Track Maintainer)18 to 45 years
SC & ST (Group 'C')5 Years Relaxation41 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) (Group 'C')3 Years Relaxation39 Years
Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) (Group 'C')3 years*39 Years
Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) (Group 'C')6 years*42 Years
Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) (Group 'C')8 years*44 Years
PwBD (UR & EWS) (Group 'C')10 Years Relaxation46 Years
PwBD (OBC-NCL) (Group 'C')13 Years Relaxation49 Years
PwBD (SC & ST) (Group 'C')15 Years Relaxation51 Years
Serving KRCL Employees (UR & EWS, 3+ years' service) (Group 'C')-40 Years
Serving KRCL Employees (OBC-NCL, 3+ years' service) (Group 'C')-43 Years
Serving KRCL Employees (SC & ST, 3+ years' service) (Group 'C')-45 Years
SC & ST (Track Maintainer)5 Years Relaxation50 Years
Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) (Track Maintainer)3 years*48 Years
Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) (Track Maintainer)8 years*53 Years
Application Fee
CategoryFee
UR / OBC-NCL / General candidatesRs. 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000 + 18% GST) per examination
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Minorities / EBC / PwBDFee refunded (minus bank charges) upon appearing in CBT
Salary
PostPay Level (7th CPC)Initial Pay (Rs.)
Senior Section Engineer (S&T)Level 744,900
Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical)Level 744,900
Junior Engineer (Civil)Level 635,400
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)Level 635,400
Section ControllerLevel 635,400
Station MasterLevel 635,400
Commercial SupervisorLevel 635,400
Goods Train ManagerLevel 529,200
Technician-III (Mechanical)Level 219,900
ESTM-III (S&T)Level 219,900
Assistant Loco PilotLevel 219,900
Track Maintainer-IVLevel 118,000

Important Dates

EventDate
Date of Employment Notification31 Jul 2026
Online Application Window OpensLast week of August 2026 (tentative)
Computer Based Test (CBT)September 2026 (tentative)

Overview

Konkan Railway Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 has been announced by Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) for 201 Non-Executive posts across various departments. This recruitment drive, under Employment Notification No. CO/P-R/02/2026, invites eligible candidates including land losers, employment exchange registered individuals, and domiciles of Maharashtra, Goa, or Karnataka to apply online. The application window is tentatively scheduled to open in the last week of August 2026, with the Computer Based Test expected in September 2026.

Eligibility / Education Qualification

Post NameQualificationExperience / Other
Junior Engineer (Civil)3-year Diploma (or equivalent Degree) in Civil Engineering or related sub-stream from AICTE-approved institution
Track Maintainer10th pass from a recognised board
Senior Section Engineer (S&T)4-year Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics/IT/Communication Engineering/Computer Science & Engineering, or M.Sc. Electronics from AICTE-approved institution
ESTM-IIIMatriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in Electrician/Electronics Mechanic/Wireman, OR Matriculation/SSLC + CCAA in same trades, OR 10+2 with Physics and Maths
Section Controller / Station Master / Goods Train ManagerGraduation in any discipline from a recognised University
Assistant Loco PilotMatriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in specified electrical/mechanical trades, OR CCAA in same trades, OR Matriculation/SSLC + 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering
Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical)4-year Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Manufacturing/Mechatronics/Industrial/Machining/Instrumentation & Control/Tools & Die Making/Automobile/Production Engineering from AICTE-approved institution
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)3-year Diploma in Mechanical-stream disciplines from AICTE-approved institution
Technician-III (Mechanical)Matriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in Fitter/Mechanic Diesel/Welder/Electrician/Electronics Mechanic and related trades, OR Matriculation/SSLC + CCAA in these trades
Commercial SupervisorGraduation in any discipline from a recognised University

Selection Process

  1. Computer Based Test (CBT) — Screening test with negative marking.
  2. Computer-Based/OMR-based Aptitude Test — For Section Controller, Station Master, and Assistant Loco Pilot only.
  3. Document Verification (DV) — Verification of original documents.
  4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — For Track Maintainer only (mandatory and qualifying).
  5. Medical Examination — Final stage of selection.

Full Details

About Konkan Railway Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026

The Konkan Railway Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) through Employment Notification No. CO/P-R/02/2026, dated 31.07.2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 201 Non-Executive positions across various departments including Civil, Signal & Telecommunication (S&T), Operating, Electrical, Mechanical, and Commercial. The application process will be conducted online, with the application window tentatively opening in the last week of August 2026.

Vacancy Details for KRCL Recruitment 2026

KRCL has released a total of 201 vacancies for 12 different Non-Executive posts. The distribution includes reservations for UR, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, and ST categories, along with horizontal reservations for Ex-Servicemen (Ex.SM) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
S. No.Post NameNo. of Posts
1Junior Engineer (Civil)25 (UR-12, EWS-3, OBC-NCL-5, SC-3, ST-2; incl. Ex.SM-2)
2Track Maintainer57 (UR-14, EWS-13, SC-19, ST-11; incl. Ex.SM-11) - Land Loser candidates only
3Senior Section Engineer (S&T)5 (UR-2, EWS-1, OBC-NCL-1, SC-1)
4ESTM-III15 (UR-11, EWS-3, OBC-NCL-1; incl. Ex.SM-1)
5Section Controller9 (UR-5, EWS-1, SC-2, ST-1)
6Station Master15 (UR-11, EWS-1, SC-2, ST-1; incl. Ex.SM-1)
7Goods Train Manager10 (UR-7, EWS-1, SC-2; incl. Ex.SM-1)
8Assistant Loco Pilot30 (UR-21, EWS-2, SC-5, ST-2; incl. Ex.SM-3)
9Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical)6 (UR-1, EWS-1, OBC-NCL-1, SC-3)
10Junior Engineer (Mechanical)7 (UR-4, OBC-NCL-1, SC-2)
11Technician-III (Mechanical)15 (UR-14, ST-1; incl. Ex.SM-1)
12Commercial Supervisor7 (UR-3, EWS-1, OBC-NCL-1, SC-1, ST-1; incl. PwBD-1)

Eligibility Criteria for KRCL Recruitment 2026

Candidates must meet specific eligibility conditions to apply for KRCL Recruitment 2026. The recruitment is open to Land Loser candidates, individuals registered with Employment Exchanges along the Konkan Railway route (Raigad, Sindhudurg, Ratnagiri districts of Maharashtra; Goa State; Uttara Kannada, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada/South Kannada districts of Karnataka), other domiciles of Maharashtra, Goa, or Karnataka, and serving KRCL employees with at least 3 years of regular service. Recruitment for the Track Maintainer post is exclusively for eligible Land Loser candidates.

Educational Qualifications

The minimum educational qualifications vary by post, ranging from 10th pass to a 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Specific details for each post are provided below.
PostMinimum Educational Qualification
Junior Engineer (Civil)3-year Diploma (or equivalent Degree) in Civil Engineering or a related sub-stream, from an AICTE-approved institution
Track Maintainer10th pass from a recognised board
Senior Section Engineer (S&T)4-year Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics/IT/Communication Engineering/Computer Science & Engineering, or M.Sc. Electronics, from an AICTE-approved institution
ESTM-IIIMatriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in Electrician/Electronics Mechanic/Wireman, or Matriculation/SSLC + CCAA in the same trades, or 10+2 with Physics and Maths
Section Controller / Station Master / Goods Train ManagerGraduation in any discipline from a recognised University
Assistant Loco PilotMatriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in specified electrical/mechanical trades, or CCAA in the same trades, or Matriculation/SSLC + 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering
Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical)4-year Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Manufacturing/Mechatronics/Industrial/Machining/Instrumentation & Control/Tools & Die Making/Automobile/Production Engineering, from an AICTE-approved institution
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)3-year Diploma in the same Mechanical-stream disciplines as above, from an AICTE-approved institution
Technician-III (Mechanical)Matriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in Fitter/Mechanic Diesel/Welder/Electrician/Electronics Mechanic and related trades, or Matriculation/SSLC + CCAA in these trades
Commercial SupervisorGraduation in any discipline from a recognised University

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age limit for candidates is calculated as on 01/08/2026. General age limits are 18-36 years for Group 'C' posts and 18-45 years for the Track Maintainer (erstwhile Group 'D') post. Age relaxations are applicable for various categories as per government rules.
CategoryRelaxation in Upper Age LimitMaximum Upper Age
SC & ST (Group 'C' posts)5 Years41 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) (Group 'C' posts)3 Years39 Years
Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) (Group 'C' posts)3 years*39 Years
Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) (Group 'C' posts)6 years*42 Years
Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) (Group 'C' posts)8 years*44 Years
PwBD (UR & EWS) (Group 'C' posts)10 Years46 Years
PwBD (OBC-NCL) (Group 'C' posts)13 Years49 Years
PwBD (SC & ST) (Group 'C' posts)15 Years51 Years
Serving KRCL Employees (UR & EWS, 3+ years' service) (Group 'C' posts)-40 Years
Serving KRCL Employees (OBC-NCL, 3+ years' service) (Group 'C' posts)-43 Years
Serving KRCL Employees (SC & ST, 3+ years' service) (Group 'C' posts)-45 Years
SC & ST (Track Maintainer)5 Years50 Years
Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) (Track Maintainer)3 years*48 Years
Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) (Track Maintainer)8 years*53 Years
*Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen is calculated after deducting the length of military service from the actual age.

Application Fee

The examination fee for KRCL Recruitment 2026 is Rs. 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000 + 18% GST) per examination for UR, OBC-NCL, and General candidates. The fee is refundable for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Minorities, EBC, and PwBD candidates upon appearing in the Computer Based Test (CBT), excluding bank charges. Payment must be made online.

KRCL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for KRCL Recruitment 2026 varies depending on the post applied for. It generally includes a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by an Aptitude Test for specific posts, Document Verification, a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for Track Maintainer, and a Medical Examination.
  1. Computer Based Test (CBT) — This is a screening test with negative marking (one mark deducted for each wrong answer). Questions will be in English, Hindi, Marathi, Konkani, and Kannada.
  2. Computer-Based/OMR-based Aptitude Test — Applicable only for Section Controller, Station Master, and Assistant Loco Pilot posts. Merit for these posts is determined by 70% weightage to CBT marks and 30% to Aptitude Test marks.
  3. Document Verification (DV) — Candidates shortlisted from the CBT and/or Aptitude Test will undergo verification of their original documents.
  4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Mandatory and qualifying in nature for the Track Maintainer post only. It consists of a weight carrying test and a running test.
  5. Medical Examination — Final stage for all selected candidates to ensure medical fitness for the respective posts.

CBT Exam Pattern

The CBT duration is 90 minutes for all posts. The total marks are 100, with varying distribution between general and technical subjects depending on the post.
PostDurationTotal Questions/Marks
Senior Section Engineer (S&T / Mechanical)90 minutes100 (General Science, Basic Maths, General Awareness & Reasoning - 50 marks; Technical Ability - 50 marks)
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)90 minutes100 (General topics - 70 marks; Technical Ability - 30 marks)
Junior Engineer (Civil)90 minutes100 (General topics - 50 marks; Technical Ability - 50 marks)
Section Controller / Station Master / Commercial Supervisor / Goods Train Manager90 minutes100 (General Science, Basic Maths & Aptitude, General Awareness & Reasoning)
Technician-III (Mechanical)90 minutes100 (1 mark each - General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence/Reasoning/Awareness)
ESTM-III (S&T)90 minutes100 (General topics - 80 marks; Technical Ability - 20 marks)
Assistant Loco Pilot90 minutes100 (General topics - 60 marks; Technical Ability - 40 marks)
Track Maintainer90 minutes100 (Basic Science, Basic Mathematics, General Awareness & Current Affairs)
Minimum qualifying marks for Group 'C' posts are 50% for UR & EWS, and 40% for OBC-NCL, SC & ST. For Track Maintainer, it's 40% for UR & EWS, and 30% for OBC-NCL, SC & ST. PwBD candidates receive a 2% relaxation.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for Track Maintainer

The PET is a mandatory and qualifying stage for Track Maintainer candidates.
CriteriaMale CandidatesFemale Candidates
Weight CarryingLift & carry 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutesLift & carry 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes
Running1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds

How to Apply for KRCL Recruitment 2026

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online for KRCL Recruitment 2026 through the official website. Follow these steps to complete your application:
  1. Visit the official KRCL website, www.konkanrailway.com, once the application link is activated (tentatively last week of August 2026).
  2. Register on the portal to generate a unique Registration Number, which will be sent via email and mobile.
  3. Use the provided link and password to access and fill out the application form with personal, educational, and category details. Carefully select your post preferences as they cannot be changed later.
  4. Pay the required examination fee online for each selected CBT Examination Group using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI.
  5. Upload scanned copies of your recent colour passport-size photograph (JPEG, 30–70 KB, white background) and signature (JPEG, 30–70 KB).
  6. Review all entered information thoroughly before final submission.
  7. Print a copy of the submitted online application for your records; do not send it to KRCL by post.

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents for the online application and subsequent Document Verification (DV):
  • Recent colour passport-size photograph and scanned signature.
  • SC/ST certificate (for free rail travel passes, if applicable).
  • PwBD candidates: additional passport-size photograph and Scribe details/photograph (if applicable).
  • Original and self-attested photocopies of Matriculation/High School Certificate (for Date of Birth and qualification proof).
  • HSC, Graduation, ITI/NCVT-SCVT certificates as required by the post.
  • Aadhaar Card and PAN Card.
  • Domicile certificate (Maharashtra/Goa/Karnataka).
  • Caste certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) in the prescribed format, Income Certificate for EBC fee waiver, or EWS Income & Asset Certificate, if applicable.
  • PwBD certificate in the prescribed format, if applicable.
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (for serving Govt./PSU employees) and discharge certificate (for Ex-Servicemen).
  • Land Loser candidates: SLAO Land Loser Certificate, Tehsildar's certificate, proof of relationship, and RTC land documents, as applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

QWhat is KRCL Recruitment 2026?

AKRCL Recruitment 2026 is Employment Notification No. CO/P-R/02/2026, dated 31.07.2026, released by Konkan Railway Corporation Limited for 201 vacancies across 12 Non-Executive posts including Junior Engineer, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Pilot, Station Master, and others.

QHow many vacancies are available in KRCL Recruitment 2026?

AA total of 201 vacancies are available, with category-wise reservations including 105 for UR, 27 for EWS, 10 for OBC-NCL, 40 for SC, and 19 for ST, along with horizontal reservations for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD.

QWhen will the KRCL Recruitment 2026 online application start?

AThe online application window is tentatively scheduled to open during the last week of August 2026. The exact opening date will be published on the KRCL website 7 days in advance.

QWhat is the qualification required for KRCL Recruitment 2026?

AQualification requirements vary by post, ranging from 10th pass for Track Maintainer to a 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering for Senior Section Engineer posts. Detailed post-wise qualifications are available in the official notification.

QWhat is the age limit for KRCL Recruitment 2026?

AThe age limit is 18–36 years for most Group 'C' posts and 18–45 years for the Track Maintainer post, as on 01.08.2026, with applicable age relaxations for reserved categories and KRCL employees.

QWhat is the application fee for KRCL Recruitment 2026?

AThe examination fee is Rs. 1,180 (Rs. 1,000 + 18% GST) per exam for UR/OBC-NCL/General candidates. This fee is refundable for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female/Minorities/EBC/PwBD candidates upon their appearance in the CBT.

QHow can I apply online for KRCL Recruitment 2026?

ACandidates can register and apply through the official KRCL website (www.konkanrailway.com) once the application link is activated. The process involves online registration, filling out the application form, paying the fee, and uploading required documents.

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