About the Recruitment
The Konkan Railway Safety Officer, Technician Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL), a Government of India Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways. This notification, No. CO/P-R/12C/2026, aims to fill 40 fixed-term contract positions in the Mechanical/Project Department at the Rolling Stock Component Factory, Lote. Eligible candidates are invited to attend walk-in interviews from 20 to 27 July 2026.
Post-wise and Category-wise Vacancy Details
A total of 40 vacancies are available across 11 different posts within the Mechanical/Project Department. The number of posts is subject to change based on project requirements.
| Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|
| Junior Technical Assistant / Manufacturing & Maintenance | 2 |
| Safety Officer | 1 |
| Junior Technical Assistant / Civil | 1 |
| Senior Technical Assistant / Maintenance | 2 |
| Senior Technical Assistant / Civil | 1 |
| EOT / Fork Lift / Tug Operator | 5 |
| Technician (Fitter) | 8 |
| CNC Machine Operator | 10 |
| Non-destructive Testing Technician | 2 |
| Fitter – Mechatronics Maintenance | 6 |
| Technician (Welder) | 2 |
| Total | 40 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and experience requirements for each post. The detailed eligibility criteria are provided below:
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Experience Required |
|---|
| Junior Technical Assistant / Manufacturing & Maintenance | Full-time Degree/Diploma in Mechanical/Production/Production & Industrial Engineering/Automobile/Mechatronics/Material Science/Metallurgical Engineering from an AICTE-recognized university/institute | Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in a production shop of a manufacturing industry |
| Safety Officer | Diploma in Industrial Safety recognized by GoI/State Govt., AND a Degree/Diploma in Engineering or Science (Physics/Chemistry major) from a recognized university/institute | Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience is desirable |
| Junior Technical Assistant / Civil | Full-time Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering/Construction Engineering from an AICTE-recognized university/institute | Minimum 1 year experience in civil/utility maintenance |
| Senior Technical Assistant / Maintenance | Full-time Degree in Mechanical/Production/Production & Industrial Engineering/Automobile/Mechatronics/Material Science/Metallurgical Engineering from an AICTE-recognized university/institute | Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in a production shop of a manufacturing industry |
| Senior Technical Assistant / Civil | Full-time Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Engineering from an AICTE-recognized university/institute | Minimum 3 years experience in civil/utility maintenance |
| EOT / Fork Lift / Tug Operator | 10th Pass (compulsory) OR ITI certificate/Technical Training Institute or any Government-approved authority | Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in EOT crane operation for ITI qualification, or minimum 4 years for 10th Pass qualification |
| Technician (Fitter) | ITI Certificate in Fitter/machine tool maintenance/turner/welder/hydraulic maintenance/pneumatic maintenance or equivalent trade | At least 1 year post-qualification experience in a mechanical industry |
| CNC Machine Operator | ITI – Machinist; any ITI certificate holder with more than 3 years of experience operating CNC machines for heavy engineering component manufacturing will also be considered | ITI-Machinist: at least 2 years in a mechanical workshop; Non-Machinist ITI: more than 3 years operating CNC machines |
| Non-destructive Testing Technician | Degree/Diploma in Mechanical/Production/Material Science/Metallurgy OR ITI certificate in any trade, plus a certificate in Non-destructive Testing from RDSO or any Government-approved agency | More than 2 years of experience in Magnetic Particle Testing, Ultrasonic Testing, or Eddy Current Analysis testing |
| Fitter – Mechatronics Maintenance | ITI – Electronics/Mechatronics; ITI certificate holders from a non-electronics/non-mechatronics stream with more than 2 years of hands-on experience will also be considered | More than 2 years of experience in Mechatronics (or as specified above for other ITI streams) |
| Technician (Welder) | ITI – Welder, or a welder qualification test certificate as per ISO-9606-1 | Minimum 1 year experience in Mechanical Industry |
Age Limit and Relaxation
The age limits for the Konkan Railway contract posts are as follows:
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|
| Most Posts (Upper Age) | Not more than 40 years as on 2026-07-01 |
| Technician (Welder) (Upper Age) | 40 years as on 2026-06-30 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years relaxation |
| Ex-servicemen | Discretionary relaxation |
Application Fee and Payment Method
The official notification for Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 does not specify any application fee for attending the walk-in interview. However, selected candidates will be required to execute an indemnity bond of Rs. 50,000 on a stamp paper of Rs. 100 or more in favor of Konkan Railway Corporation Limited.
Selection Process
The selection for these contract posts will be conducted through a walk-in interview process, which may include an initial elimination round.
- Registration – Candidates must report to the interview venue, Kajali Club, Near RRM Office, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, and register with the designated KRCL official between 09:00 hrs and 12:00 hrs on their respective interview date.
- Elimination Round (Optional) – Depending on the number of applicants, a Group Discussion (GD) or a written test may be conducted as an initial elimination round. Only candidates who clear this stage will proceed.
- Interview – A nominated committee will interview provisionally eligible candidates.
- Merit List – A final merit list will be prepared based on the candidate's performance in the interview, their educational qualifications, and relevant post-qualification experience. The decision of the KRCL Nominated Committee will be final.
- Medical Examination – Successful candidates must pass a prescribed medical examination before the contract is formally entered into.
Candidates should note that no train/bus fare or TA/DA will be provided by KRCL for attending the interview.
Pay Scale and Benefits
The monthly remuneration for the selected candidates is consolidated and varies based on the post group and the city classification (A, B, or C Class) of the posting location. This consolidated amount includes Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Conveyance Allowance, and Mobile Allowance.
| Post Group | Consolidated (A Class) | Consolidated (B Class) | Consolidated (C Class) |
|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant / Maintenance & Civil | Rs. 57,140 | Rs. 53,600 | Rs. 50,060 |
| Junior Technical Assistant / Manufacturing & Maintenance, Safety Officer, Junior Technical Assistant / Civil | Rs. 47,220 | Rs. 44,300 | Rs. 41,380 |
| EOT/Fork Lift/Tug Operator, Technician (Fitter), CNC Machine Operator, Non-destructive Testing Technician, Fitter-Mechatronics Maintenance, Technician (Welder) | Rs. 40,500 | Rs. 38,000 | Rs. 35,500 |
Additional benefits include an annual remuneration increase of 4% of the consolidated amount after each year (subject to KRCL's discretion), applicable benefits under the New Labour Code-2026 (Insurance, Gratuity, Bonus), TA for official travel, complementary Railway Pass for duty travel, rest house/hotel reimbursement while on duty, 15 days of fully earned leave per 6 months (accumulable but not encashable), and 8 days of Casual Leave per year. Overtime allowance is not paid.
How to Apply — Step by Step
Candidates interested in the Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 must follow the walk-in interview procedure:
- Download Application Form: Visit the official KRCL website (www.konkanrailway.com) and navigate to the "Recruitment" section, then "Current Notifications" to download the application form in the prescribed format (Annexure-A).
- Fill Application Form: Complete all required fields in the application form accurately, including personal details, educational qualifications, and professional experience.
- Attach Documents: Affix a recent passport-size photograph to the form and attach self-attested photocopies of all necessary certificates and documents.
- Attend Walk-in Interview: Report directly to the walk-in interview venue, Kajali Club, Near RRM Office, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, on the specific date scheduled for your post.
- Carry Originals: Bring all original certificates and documents along with one copy of the filled application form and one set of self-attested photocopies for verification.
- Register: Ensure to register between 09:00 hrs and 12:00 hrs on the day of your interview.
Applications that do not conform to the prescribed format or have illegible/ambiguous/missing certificates will be summarily rejected.
Documents Required
Candidates must bring the following original certificates along with one set of self-attested photocopies to the walk-in interview:
- Self-attested copies of certificates proving educational qualification (as per post requirement).
- Self-attested copy of Proof of Date of Birth (SSLC/SSC Certificate/Birth Certificate).
- Copy of Caste certificate in the format required for Central Government employment (for OBC-NCL candidates).
- Copy of service certificate for Ex-servicemen, if applicable.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
- Self-attested copy of Experience Certificate(s) issued by previous employer(s).
- Character certificate from a Gazetted Officer/Executive Officer.
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Time / Details |
|---|
| Notification Release Date | 2026-07-10 | |
| Walk-in Interview for Junior Technical Assistant / Manufacturing & Maintenance | 2026-07-20 | 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs |
| Walk-in Interview for Senior Technical Assistant / Maintenance, Senior Technical Assistant / Civil, Junior Technical Assistant / Civil | 2026-07-21 | 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs |
| Walk-in Interview for EOT / Fork Lift / Tug Operator, Technician (Fitter) | 2026-07-22 | 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs |
| Walk-in Interview for CNC Machine Operator, Non-destructive Testing Technician | 2026-07-23 | 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs |
| Walk-in Interview for Fitter – Mechatronics Maintenance, Technician (Welder) | 2026-07-24 | 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs |
| Walk-in Interview for Safety Officer | 2026-07-27 | 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs |
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