By Naveen Singh, Recruitment Researcher · Updated 12 Oct 2026 · Editorial policy

RITES Engineering Professionals Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 5 AM / Sr. Manager Posts

Q: What is the last date?

Online application and fee payment close on 08/10/2026.

Q: When is the written test?

Tentatively on 25/10/2026 (same date & time for all posts).

RITES Limited (Navratna CPSE under Ministry of Railways) invites online applications for 5 Engineering Professional posts on regular basis — Sr. Manager (Ports & Waterways) and Assistant Manager (Ports & Waterways / Coastal Modelling). Online application & fee payment: 16/09/2026 to 08/10/2026. Written test (tentative): 25/10/2026 (same date & time for all posts).Official Notification PDF: Download RITES VC RG/26-R1/25 to RG/28-R1/25 Advertisement PDF

Recruitment Name: RITES Engineering Professionals on Regular Basis – VC RG/26-R1/25 to RG/28-R1/25

5 Posts – Sr. Manager (Ports & Waterways) & Assistant Manager (Ports / Coastal Modelling)

Short Summary: RITES hiring 5 engineering professionals (VC RG/26–28-R1/25). Apply by 08/10/2026. Selection: Written Test (60%) + Interview (40%).

Don't miss the last date: get every new job, admit card and result alert free. Join WhatsApp Channel Join Telegram Important Dates – RITES Engg 2026
Application & Fee Begin:	16/09/2026
Last Date for Application & Fee:	08/10/2026
Written Test (Tentative):	25/10/2026 (common for all posts)
Age / Experience Cut-Off:	08/10/2026
VC Numbers:	RG/26-R1/25, RG/27-R1/25, RG/28-R1/25
Application Fee
General / OBC:	₹600/- + applicable taxes
EWS / SC / ST / PwBD:	₹300/- + taxes (SC/ST/PwD fee refundable on participation as per Advt)
Payment Mode:	Online via RITES application portal only
Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal.

📺 RITES Engg 2026 – Form Filling & Exam Guide

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Important Links
Apply Online:	Apply Online – recruit.rites.com
Download Official Notification PDF:	Download RITES VC RG/26-R1/25 to RG/28-R1/25 Advertisement PDF
Official Website:	Visit rites.com
Watch Updates on YouTube:	Sarkari Job Selection YouTube
Join Our Channels for Live Updates:	WhatsApp Channel Telegram Channel

Category-wise Vacancy Breakup (Total: 5)

VC No.	Post	UR	OBC (NCL)	Total	Max Age
RG/26-R1/25	Sr. Manager (Ports & Waterways)	01	—	01	38 Years
RG/27-R1/25	Assistant Manager (Ports & Waterways)	01	01	02	32 Years
RG/28-R1/25	Assistant Manager (Coastal Modelling)	01	01	02	32 Years
Grand Total				5	—

Minimum Qualification & Experience (as on 08/10/2026)

VC / Post	Qualification	Experience
Sr. Manager – Ports & Waterways	Full-time Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering AND Master’s in Marine Engineering & Management / Ocean Structures / Structural Engineering or equivalent.	8 years in structural & marine engineering design (min 5 years hands-on marine/coastal structures).
Assistant Manager – Ports & Waterways	Same Civil + relevant Master’s combination.	2 years in design/analysis of marine structures.
Assistant Manager – Coastal Modelling	As prescribed in Advt for Coastal Modelling VC.	2 years relevant coastal modelling experience.

UR/EWS generally need ≥60% in minimum qualification (reserved categories ≥50% against reserved posts).

Age Limit (as on 08/10/2026)

Not sure if you are within the age limit? Use our free sarkari job age calculator for the cut-off date.

Post	Maximum Age
Sr. Manager (Ports & Waterways)	38 Years
Assistant Manager (both VCs)	32 Years

Relaxations for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD as per Government / RITES rules.

RITES Assistant Manager (Ports/Coastal) – In-Hand Salary

PSU / bank pay scaleBasic: ₹40,000DA: 55% (as set for this page)

Component	Per month
+Basic Pay	₹40,000
+Dearness Allowance (DA @ 55%)	₹22,000
Basic + DA	₹62,000

Note: This employer is a PSU, bank or insurer. It does not follow central 7th CPC allowances, so HRA, perks, pension and deductions follow the employer's own rules in the official notification. Only basic pay and DA are shown; income tax and other deductions are not included.

Written Test & Interview Weightage

Component	Weightage	Qualifying Notes
Written Test	60%	No negative marking. Min 50% (UR/EWS) / 45% (reserved).
Interview	40%	Called in ratio 1:6. Min 60% (UR/EWS) / 50% (reserved) in interview.

Document verification precedes interview. Language: Hindi or English.

Syllabus Overview (Written Test)

For Ports & Waterways VCs	Indicative Topics
Oceanographic & Hydrographic Surveys	Waves, tides, currents, storm surge; PM/JONSWAP; SBES/MBES; ADCP.
Coastal Engineering & Port Planning	Wave theories; Morison/Goda; harbour tranquillity; berth planning.
Design of Coastal & Marine Structures	Breakwaters, seawalls, jetties, dolphins, quay walls, dry docks.
Coastal Modelling VC	Numerical modelling of waves/currents/sediment as per Advt syllabus.

Selection Process

1. Online Application + Fee
Register on recruit.rites.com; pay fee by 08/10/2026.

2. Written Test
Tentative 25/10/2026; common slot for all three VCs; no negative marking.

3. Document Verification + Interview
Shortlisted ~1:6; bring originals of EQ and experience proofs.

4. Medical & Appointment
Subject to medical fitness; pan-India / abroad posting liability.

Written Test Centres (Preference Cities)

S. No.	City
1	Delhi / Gurgaon
2	Kolkata
3	Bangalore
4	Mumbai
5	Bhubaneswar
6	Guwahati

Give two preferences in the form. Centres other than Delhi/Gurgaon are tentative.

How to Apply – RITES Engineering 2026

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Step 1: Read VC RG/26–28-R1/25 PDF and confirm which post you are eligible for.

Step 2: Register at recruit.rites.com and note the Registration No.

Step 3: Fill application; upload DOB, degree marksheets, experience proofs, caste/EWS certificates, PAN, ID.

Step 4: Pay fee (₹600 Gen/OBC or ₹300 EWS/SC/ST/PwBD + taxes) by 08/10/2026.

Step 5: Prefer two written-test cities; track admit card / interview emails from RITES.

RITES Engg 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are there in RITES Engineering Recruitment 2026?

Total 5 posts across three VCs (1 Sr. Manager + 4 Assistant Manager).

What is the last date?

Online application and fee payment close on 08/10/2026.

When is the written test?

Tentatively on 25/10/2026 (same date & time for all posts).

What is the application fee?

₹600 + taxes (Gen/OBC); ₹300 + taxes (EWS/SC/ST/PwBD).

What is the pay scale?

Sr. Manager: ₹60,000–1,80,000; Assistant Manager: ₹40,000–1,40,000 (IDA) plus allowances.

What is the selection weightage?

Written Test 60% + Interview 40%, with category-wise qualifying marks.

Where to apply?

Apply at recruit.rites.com.

RITES Engg 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)

Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:

Correct VC Only: Written test is common — ensure you meet EQ/experience for the VC you select.
Upload Experience Proofs: Claims without supporting PDFs can fail at DV before interview.
Fee Invoice: If invoice does not generate, email rectt@rites.com with registration details.
No Negative Marking: Attempt carefully; qualifying marks still apply.
Medical Fitness: Appointment subject to RITES medical standards.
Posting Liability: Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad.