RITES Limited, a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Railways, is recruiting 27 Assistant Managers (Mechanical) on a contract (lump-sum) basis for QA/QC and testing work. The posts are under three vacancy codes: AM-Mechanical-I (CL/09/26, 14 posts), AM-Mechanical-II (CL/10/26, 10 posts) and AM-Mechanical-III (CL/11/26, 3 posts). Selected candidates will first be posted in Tamil Nadu and can later be posted anywhere in India.
You need a full-time Diploma or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and QA/QC/testing experience: 2 years for degree holders, 8 years for diploma holders. The maximum age is 40. Apply online at rites.com by 20 November 2026. The written test is on 29 November 2026. The gross pay is about ₹38,085 a month. All details below are from the official RITES advertisement.
RITES AM Mechanical 2026 — Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|
| Organisation | RITES Ltd. (Navratna PSU, Ministry of Railways) |
| Posts | Assistant Manager – Mechanical I, II and III |
| Vacancy codes | CL/09/26, CL/10/26, CL/11/26 |
| Total posts | 27 (contract) |
| Initial posting | Tamil Nadu (later anywhere in India) |
| Pay | Basic ₹24,258; gross about ₹38,085 per month |
| Age | Up to 40 years on 20.11.2026 |
| Selection | Written test (60%) + interview (40%) |
| Apply at | rites.com → Career |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Online application and fee payment start | 30 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay the fee | 20 November 2026 |
| Written test — CL/09/26 (AM-Mechanical-I) | 29 November 2026, morning shift |
| Written test — CL/10/26 and CL/11/26 | 29 November 2026, evening shift |
| Interview | To be announced |
The tests for CL/10/26 and CL/11/26 are at the same time, so you can sit only one of them. Choose the one you are eligible for.
Vacancy Details
| Post (VC No.) | Category-wise posts | Total |
|---|
| AM-Mechanical-I (CL/09/26) | UR 8, EWS 1, OBC-NCL 3, SC 1, ST 1 | 14 |
| AM-Mechanical-II (CL/10/26) | UR 6, EWS 1, OBC-NCL 2, SC 1 | 10 |
| AM-Mechanical-III (CL/11/26) | UR 3 | 3 |
| Total | Including 2 posts for PwBD (one each in CL/09 and CL/10, horizontal) | 27 |
Eligibility
| Post | Qualification |
|---|
| AM-Mechanical-I | Full-time Diploma / B.Tech (Mechanical) |
| AM-Mechanical-II | Full-time Diploma / B.Tech (Mechanical) + ASNT/ISNT Level-II in UT |
| AM-Mechanical-III | Full-time Diploma / B.Tech (Mechanical) + ASNT/ISNT Level-II in MPT |
Experience (all three posts): degree holders need at least 2 years and diploma holders at least 8 years of experience in QA/QC/testing (destructive or non-destructive), preferably in steel plants or rolling, forging or casting industries.
- Marks: first class or 60% in the qualifying diploma/degree for UR/EWS (and for anyone applying against unreserved posts); 50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD against reserved posts. If you have a CGPA, attach the university's conversion formula; without one, 6 out of 10 counts as 60%.
- Experience: training, internship, teaching, academic or research periods are not counted.
- Age: up to 40 years on 20.11.2026. Relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL and 10 years for PwBD (in addition to category relaxation). The post is identified for locomotor disability (one arm / one leg).
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
| Section of written test | Questions (approx.) |
|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 |
| Data Interpretation | 35 |
| Logical Reasoning | 35 |
| Basic Awareness / General Knowledge | 20 |
| Total (1 mark each, 2.5 hours) | 125 |
- No negative marking. PwBD candidates get 50 minutes of compensatory time.
- To qualify the written test: 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD against reserved posts.
- Candidates are called for interview in the ratio of 1:6 to the number of vacancies. The interview counts for 40% (30 for technical and professional proficiency, 10 for personality and communication). To be placed on the panel you need 60% in the interview for UR/EWS (50% for reserved categories).
- Final weightage: written test 60% + interview 40%. The interview can be in Hindi or English.
- Selection is subject to a medical examination.
Exam Centres
The written test is planned at Chennai, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram and Secunderabad. You choose two preferences in the form, and RITES may allot any of these centres. There are no centres in North India, so candidates from Uttarakhand will have to travel south for the test. No TA/DA is paid.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General / OBC | ₹600 + taxes |
| EWS / SC / ST / PwBD | ₹300 + taxes |
SC/ST/PwBD candidates get the fee refunded (minus GST/bank charges) if they appear in the written test or interview. They must upload their category certificate while paying. If a post has no seat reserved for your category, you pay the full fee.
Documents to Upload
- Class 10 certificate (date of birth proof)
- Diploma/degree certificate and mark sheets of all semesters (and Class 10, 12)
- CGPA-to-percentage conversion document from your university (if applicable)
- EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD certificate in the Government of India format (if applicable)
- ASNT/ISNT Level-II certificate in UT or MPT (for AM-Mechanical-II or III)
- Experience proof in one PDF in date order: offer letter, joining letter, relieving letter, pay slips
- ID and address proof (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence) and PAN card
The OBC-NCL certificate must not be older than one year on 20.11.2026, and the EWS certificate must be valid for 2026-27. If you apply as OBC from Uttarakhand, you need the central government format; see our Uttarakhand caste certificate guide.
How to Apply
- Open the Career section of rites.com and the online registration link for VC Nos. CL/09/26 to CL/11/26.
- Fill in the form under "Fill/Modify Application Form" and note your Registration No.
- Upload all documents under "Upload Document". Applications without the required documents can be cancelled.
- Pay the fee under "Make Payment" and download the final application form and the payment invoice.
- Apply separately for each vacancy code you want. A submitted form cannot be changed.
Important Links
For more PSU openings, see ONGC Apprentice 2026 and CWC Recruitment 2026.
Source: RITES advertisement for VC Nos. CL/09/26, CL/10/26 and CL/11/26 (30 October 2026). Any corrigendum will be posted only on rites.com.
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