RITES Limited has opened the Assistant Manager (contract) recruitment for multiple engineering disciplines for 2025-26. Apply online at the Career section of RITES (www.rites.com) between 26.11.2025 and 25.12.2025. The written test for all posts is scheduled on 11.01.2026. For full vacancy-wise details, eligibility, syllabus and document checklist see the official advertisement (PDF) uploaded with this post.
The RITES Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 is a large, region-wise drive by a Navratna Central PSU under the Ministry of Railways ideal for engineers seeking project/consultancy roles in transport & infrastructure. This recruitment offers contract Assistant Manager positions across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Signal & Telecommunication (S&T), IT, Metallurgy, Chemical, Food Technology and Pharma disciplines. It’s a rare chance to join a multi-disciplinary consultancy (RITES Ltd) with project deployments across India.
Overview
- Apply online: Career section, RITES website (www.rites.com).
- Online application window: 26.11.2025 — 25.12.2025.
- Written test date (All posts): 11.01.2026 (same time for all VCs).
- Post: Assistant Manager (Contract) — Region & discipline specific (apply for ONE VC only).
- Minimum experience required: 2 years post-qualification experience in relevant domain.
- Age limit: Maximum 40 years (as on cut-off date).
- Written Test: 125 objective questions, 2.5 hours, no negative marking.
Vacancy summary (region-wise highlights)
Vacancies are region + discipline specific. Candidates must apply for ONE VACANCY (VC No.) only. Full VC-wise tables are in the official PDF; below are the key numbers (representative):
- Civil: North (27), East (31), West (33), South (29).
- Mechanical: North (60), East (47), West (28), South (15).
- Electrical: North (35), East (4), West (8), South (8).
- S&T: North (5), East (1), West (1), South (3).
- IT, Metallurgy, Chemical, Food Tech, Pharma: Vary by region — check the PDF for exact VC numbers and reserved PwBD posts.
Eligibility — degrees, marks & experience (important for screening)
- Minimum qualification: Full-time Bachelor’s degree in the relevant engineering/technology discipline. Higher qualifications in the same discipline are eligible.
- Marks requirement for unreserved posts: First Class (≥ 60%). Reserved category minimum: 50% (for reserved posts).
- Experience: Minimum 02 years post-qualification relevant experience. (Training/internships/PhD research/teaching generally do not count as experience).
- Degree recognition: Degree must be recognized by AICTE / statutory university or equivalently recognized (IEI Sections A & B accepted where applicable).
Compensation
- Basic Pay: ₹23,340 per month
- Gross Monthly CTC: ~₹42,478
- Approx. Annual CTC: ₹5,09,741
(Actual pay depends on posting location and terms.)
Selection process & exam pattern (optimize preparation)
- Stage 1 — Written Test (60% weight): 125 objective questions, 2.5 hours, no negative marking. Minimum qualifying marks: 50% (UR/EWS); 45% (SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD for reserved posts). PwBD candidates get 50 minutes extra time. Syllabus (Annexure A) — 125 Questions total:
- Quantitative Aptitude (~35)
- Data Interpretation (~35)
- Logical Reasoning (~35)
- Basic Awareness / General Knowledge (~20)
(Detailed topics are listed in Annexure A of the PDF.)
- Stage 2 — Interview (40% weight): Called in 1:6 ratio to vacancies. Minimum qualifying marks: 60% (UR/EWS); 50% (SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD for reserved posts). Interview scoring: Technical/professional (30%), Personality/communication/competency (10%).
- Final panel: Merit order used for empanelment — empanelment does not guarantee a job; deployment based on project requirements.
Application fee & payment
- General / OBC: ₹600 + taxes
- EWS / SC / ST / PWD: ₹300 + taxes
- SC/ST/PwBD candidates paying full fee for unreserved posts may get refunds if eligible (subject to conditions). Payment must be made online only; applications without payment will be rejected. Helpdesk: 011-33557000 (Extn 13221) / pg.service@hdfc.bank.in.
Documents checklist (upload during online form)
You must upload clear, legible PDFs during application failure to do so can CANCEL candidature. Required documents include:
- High School certificate (DOB proof).
- Academic & professional qualifications + all semester mark sheets (X, XII, Diploma, Graduation, Post-Grad as applicable).
- Percentage conversion formula (if degree shows CGPA).
- EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD certificate (Govt. format) — if applicable.
- Proof of identity & address (Passport / Aadhaar / Voter ID / DL).
- PAN card.
- Proof for each claimed experience period in a single chronological PDF (offer letters, joining order, relieving letters, service certificates, pay slips etc.). Offer letter alone is NOT sufficient.
- Any other supporting documents.
Important: Original documents (plus self-attested copy) will be required at document verification / interview stage if called.
Reservation, PwBD & functional classifications
- RITES provides statutory reservation and relaxations for EWS/SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD/Ex-SM/J&K Domicile where applicable. PwBD reservations are allocated on a horizontal basis across posts (16 PwBD vacancies listed). Detailed functional classifications and physical requirements for PwBD posts are in the PDF (pages with codes like OA, OL, HI, LV etc.).
How to apply — step-by-step (practical guide)
- Read the entire official advertisement (the PDF you downloaded) carefully.
- Prepare scanned copies (single PDFs where requested) of all documents listed above. Make sure scans are clear and within size limits.
- Visit the Career section on RITES website (www.rites.com) and choose the correct VC No. for your region & discipline.
- Fill the online application carefully note the Registration No. generated after submission. Keep it safe for future communications.
- Upload documents in the exact order required and make the online fee payment. Download and print the final submitted form (signed) and retain for document verification.
Preparation strategy & resources (actionable)
- Exam structure first: Practice 125-question full-length mocks (2.5 hrs, no negative marking). Time management is key.
- Quantitative Aptitude (35 Q): Focus on number system, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, probability, time & work, speed & distance. Do topic-wise timed drills.
- Data Interpretation (35 Q): Practice charts, tables, caselets, multi-table DI and quick calculation shortcuts.
- Logical Reasoning (35 Q): Puzzles, seating, blood relations, syllogisms, series, Venn diagrams — practice pattern recognition under timed conditions.
- General Awareness (20 Q): Current affairs (last 6–12 months), static GK (Polity, Economy, History, Geography), plus basic science & tech updates.
- Interview prep: Brush up technical fundamentals of your discipline, project experience, articulation and competency answers (STAR method).
Pro tips to avoid rejection
- Upload one single PDF for experience proof in chronological order (offer + joining + relieving/service certificate + last pay slip). Offer letter alone is not enough.
- Keep EWS / OBC-NCL certificates valid as on the cut-off date and as per Govt format. OBC-NCL certificate must explicitly state non-creamy layer.
- Print the final application (with Registration No.) after successful payment and keep it for document verification.
Official links & references (external linking)
- Official RITES career / recruitment page check the Career section for the advertisement, notifications and corrigenda (always the authoritative source).
- For fee/payment help: HDFC Helpdesk details provided in the advertisement (phone & email).
Download & verify (document reference)
You’ve uploaded or are looking at the official advertisement PDF. Refer to it for VC-wise vacancy tables, PwBD break-up, Annexures (certificates formats) and the full legal text. Key pages to check in the PDF you provided:
- Page 1: Important dates and opening summary.
- Pages 2–4: Region-wise vacancy tables (civil, electrical, mechanical, S&T, etc.).
- Pages 5–7: PwBD reservation details, age limit, educational & experience specifics.
- Page 8: Functional classification & physical requirements for PwBD.
- Annexure A (page ~18): Detailed syllabus for the written test.
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