Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) Limited, a joint venture of the Government of India and the Government of Gujarat that runs the Ahmedabad and Surat metro rail projects, has announced recruitment for 15 Operations and Maintenance posts. The openings cover senior management, assistant manager and section engineer level positions in traction, signalling and rolling stock, offered on contract, deputation or post-superannuation terms. The roles are based in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar or Surat and suit experienced engineering professionals from railways, metros, PSUs or the private sector.
GMRC Asst. Manager, Sr. Section Engineer and More Recruitment 2026
- Notification01 Oct
- Applications Open01 Oct
About GMRC Asst. Manager, Sr. Section Engineer and More Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation
- Advertisement No.
- GMRCL/HR/RECT/O&M/Oct-2026/27
- Post Name
- Sr. Deputy General Manager (Traction) on Contract/Deputation/Post-superannuation basis, Deputy General Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation/Post-superannuation basis and 6 more
- Job Location
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat
- Who Can Apply
- Preference will be given to candidates who have worked in Gujarat State for at least 03 years and are conversant with the Gujarati Language.
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Minimum period of 3 years, extendable up to 5 years based on performance
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Sr. Deputy General Manager (Traction) on Contract/Deputation/Post-superannuation basis | 1 |
| Deputy General Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation/Post-superannuation basis | 1 |
| Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation | 1 |
| Asst. Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation | 1 |
| Asst. Manager (Rolling Stock) on Contract/Deputation | 4 |
| Sr. Section Engineer (Rolling Stock) on Contract/Deputation | 2 |
| Sr. Section Engineer (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation | 3 |
| Section Engineer (Rolling Stock) on Contract/Deputation | 2 |
| Grand Total | 15 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Sr. Deputy General Manager (Traction) on Contract/Deputation/Post-superannuation basis1 post
- Qualification
- B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics discipline from a Govt. recognized University/Institute.
- Experience
- Minimum 15 years of relevant post-qualification experience at executive level in a reputed private organization OR 11 years of relevant post-qualification experience as executive in Government / PSUs. Experience in planning, preparation of technical specification, administration of contracts, installation, testing, commissioning, statutory approvals or maintenance of electric traction / HV Power system in railways/metros/other PSUs/private sector; experience in modern urban metro rail systems preferred.
- Age Limit
- 48 years (Contract), 57 years (Deputation), 62 years (Post-superannuation) as on 01-10-2026
- Place of Posting
- For O&M, Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar
Deputy General Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation/Post-superannuation basis1 post
- Qualification
- B.E / B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications / Applied Electronics / Industrial Electronics / Power Electronics / Instrumentation or equivalent engineering graduate from a Govt. recognized University/Institute.
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of relevant post-qualification experience in a reputed private organization OR 8 years of relevant post-qualification experience in PSU/Metro Corporation. Experience in design/specifications, planning, administration of contracts, installation, testing, commissioning or maintenance of Signalling/PSD System works in Railway Systems/Metro/LRT/Sub-urban Rail; experience in modern urban metro rail systems preferred.
- Age Limit
- 45 years (Contract), 57 years (Deputation), 62 years (Post-superannuation) as on 01-10-2026
- Place of Posting
- For O&M, Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar
Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation1 post
- Qualification
- B.E / B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications / Applied Electronics / Industrial Electronics / Power Electronics / Instrumentation or equivalent engineering graduate from a Govt. recognized University/Institute.
- Experience
- Minimum 9 years of relevant post-qualification experience in a reputed private organization OR 7 years of relevant post-qualification experience in PSU/Metro Corporation. Experience in design/specifications, planning, administration of contracts, installation, testing, commissioning or maintenance of Signalling/PSD System works in Railway Systems/Metro/LRT/Sub-urban Rail; experience in modern urban metro rail systems preferred.
- Age Limit
- 40 years as on 01-10-2026
- Place of Posting
- For O&M, Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar
Asst. Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation1 post
- Qualification
- B.E / B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications / Applied Electronics / Industrial Electronics / Power Electronics / Instrumentation engineering or equivalent graduate from a Govt. recognized University/Institute.
- Experience
- Minimum 7 years of relevant post-qualification experience in a reputed private organization OR 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience in a Government organization/PSU/Metro Rail Corporation. Experience in design/specifications, planning, administration of contracts, installation, testing, commissioning or maintenance of Signalling/PSD System works in Railway Systems/Metro/LRT/Sub-urban Rail; experience in modern urban metro rail systems preferred.
- Age Limit
- 35 years as on 01-10-2026
- Place of Posting
- For O&M, Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar
Asst. Manager (Rolling Stock) on Contract/Deputation4 posts
- Qualification
- B.E / B.Tech in Electrical / Mechanical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Power Electronics / Instrumentation or equivalent discipline from a Govt. recognized University/Institute.
- Experience
- Minimum 7 years of relevant post-qualification experience of Supervisory grade in a reputed private organization OR 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience of Supervisory grade in Government / PSUs. Experience in planning, preparation of technical specification, administration of contracts, installation, testing, commissioning, statutory approvals or maintenance of Rolling Stock system in railways/metros/other PSUs/private sector; experience in modern urban metro rail systems preferred.
- Age Limit
- 35 years as on 01-10-2026
- Place of Posting
- For O&M, Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar
Sr. Section Engineer (Rolling Stock) on Contract/Deputation2 posts
- Qualification
- B.E / B.Tech in Electrical / Mechanical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communications / Power Electronics / Instrumentation engineering graduate from a Govt. recognized University/Institute.
- Experience
- Minimum 6 years of post-qualification relevant experience of maintenance of Rolling Stock / M&P.
- Age Limit
- 32 years as on 01-10-2026
- Note
- Medical fitness standard is A-3 category.
- Place of Posting
- For O&M, Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar
Sr. Section Engineer (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation3 posts
- Qualification
- B.E / B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications / Applied Electronics / Industrial Electronics / Power Electronics / Instrumentation engineering graduate from a Govt. recognized University/Institute.
- Experience
- Minimum 6 years of post-qualification relevant experience in Signalling (CBTC/AFTC/PSD) in Metro Rail/Railways.
- Age Limit
- 32 years as on 01-10-2026
- Note
- Medical fitness standard is A-3 category.
- Place of Posting
- For O&M, Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar
Section Engineer (Rolling Stock) on Contract/Deputation2 posts
- Qualification
- B.E / B.Tech in Electrical / Mechanical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communications / Power Electronics / Instrumentation engineering graduate from a Govt. recognized University/Institute.
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years of post-qualification relevant experience of maintenance of Rolling Stock / M&P.
- Age Limit
- 32 years as on 01-10-2026
- Note
- Medical fitness standard is A-3 category.
- Place of Posting
- For O&M, Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar
Age Limit
Maximum 48 years for Sr. Deputy General Manager on contract, 57 years on deputation and 62 years on post-superannuation basis; 45 years for Deputy General Manager on contract, 57 years on deputation and 62 years on post-superannuation basis; 40 years for Manager; 35 years for Asst. Manager; 32 years for Sr. Section Engineer and Section Engineer, all as on 01-10-2026.
Age Relaxation
Age limit will not be applicable to GMRCL employees. Age relaxation will not apply to officials re-employed in GMRCL after superannuation.
Selection Process
- 1Personal Interview
Call letters indicating the time, date and venue are issued to shortlisted applicants through the registered email; the interview judges knowledge, skills, experience, expertise, aptitude and physical fitness.
- 2Document Verification
Done before the interview; candidates must carry original certificates, failing which they are not allowed to attend the interview.
- 3Medical Examination
As per the category prescribed for the post.
Salary Structure
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Sr. Deputy General Manager (Traction) on Contract/Deputation/Post-superannuation basis | Revised IDA scale of Rs. 80,000-2,20,000; deputation as per standard terms and conditions; consolidated pay of Rs. 1,00,000 per month on post-superannuation basis |
| Deputy General Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation/Post-superannuation basis | Revised IDA scale of Rs. 70,000-2,00,000; deputation as per standard terms and conditions; consolidated pay of Rs. 1,00,000 per month on post-superannuation basis |
| Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation | Revised IDA scale of Rs. 60,000-1,80,000; deputation as per standard terms and conditions |
| Asst. Manager (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation | Revised IDA scale of Rs. 50,000-1,60,000; deputation as per standard terms and conditions |
| Asst. Manager (Rolling Stock) on Contract/Deputation | Revised IDA scale of Rs. 50,000-1,60,000; deputation as per standard terms and conditions |
| Sr. Section Engineer (Rolling Stock) on Contract/Deputation | Revised IDA scale of Rs. 46,000-1,45,000; deputation as per standard terms and conditions |
| Sr. Section Engineer (Signalling) on Contract/Deputation | Revised IDA scale of Rs. 46,000-1,45,000; deputation as per standard terms and conditions |
| Section Engineer (Rolling Stock) on Contract/Deputation | Revised IDA scale of Rs. 40,000-1,25,000; deputation as per standard terms and conditions |
How to Apply
- 1Register on the Careers portal at gujaratmetrorail.com using your name, date of birth, category, mobile number and email ID
- 2Log in with the passcode sent to the email ID provided during registration
- 3Select the position you are applying for
- 4Fill in the online application with relevant details from latest to earliest
- 5Attach the detailed curriculum vitae, proof of age, qualification marksheets and certificates, experience certificates with pay scale or CTC details, and current organization documents
- 6Complete the application form and check the entered details using the preview option
- 7Submit the form after verifying all the information
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- The posts are offered on contract, deputation or post-superannuation basis for a minimum period of 3 years, extendable up to 5 years based on performance.
- Preference will be given to candidates who have worked in Gujarat State for at least 3 years and are conversant with the Gujarati language.
- Candidates working in PSU/Boards/Government organizations/Metro Rail Corporations must submit an NOC along with the last 5 years APAR with the application on or before the date of interview.
- Document verification is done before the interview and candidates must carry original certificates, failing which they will not be allowed to attend the interview.
- Medical fitness standard for Sr. Section Engineer and Section Engineer posts is A-3 category.
- Selected candidates must indicate acceptance of the offer within three working days of receipt, failing which the next candidate in order of merit may be offered the appointment.
- Eligible GMRC staff who have completed a minimum of two years of service as on 1 October 2026 in their present designation and grade may apply through the proper channel.
- Candidates after selection are likely to be posted at Ahmedabad / Gandhinagar / Surat or any other projects of GMRC anywhere in Gujarat.
- GMRC reserves the right to offer a grade lower than the one applied for.
Pay Scale Eligibility Criteria
| Post | For candidates working in revised IDA scale/CDA scale | For candidates working in private sector |
|---|---|---|
| Sr. Deputy General Manager | Presently in IDA pay scale of Rs. 80,000-2,20,000 or higher, or Pay Level 11 or equivalent CDA scale under the 7th CPC; OR at least 2 years' experience in IDA pay scale of Rs. 70,000-2,00,000 or Pay Level 10 or equivalent CDA scale; OR for post-superannuation, presently working or retired from IDA pay scale Rs. 80,000-2,20,000 or above or Pay Level 11 or equivalent CDA scale | Minimum CTC of Rs. 1,20,000 per month |
| Deputy General Manager | Presently in IDA pay scale of Rs. 70,000-2,00,000 or higher, or Level 10 or equivalent CDA scale under the 7th CPC; OR at least 2 years' experience in IDA pay scale of Rs. 60,000-1,80,000 or Pay Level 9 or equivalent CDA scale; OR for post-superannuation, presently working or retired from IDA pay scale Rs. 70,000-2,00,000 or above or Pay Level 10 or equivalent CDA scale | Minimum CTC of Rs. 1,00,000 per month |
| Manager | Presently working in revised IDA scale of at least Rs. 60,000-1,80,000 or Level 8 or equivalent under CDA scale in Govt/PSU/Metro Rail Corporation; OR at least 2 years in revised IDA pay scale of Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 or Level 7 under the 7th CPC scale | Minimum CTC of Rs. 90,000 per month |
| Asst. Manager | Presently working in revised IDA scale Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 or equivalent CDA scale in Govt/PSU/Metro Rail Corporation; OR at least 2 years in revised IDA pay scale either in Non-Executive grade Rs. 46,000-1,45,000 or Executive grade Rs. 40,000-1,40,000, or Level 6 under the 7th CPC scale; OR at least 4 years in revised IDA pay scale either in Non-Executive grade Rs. 40,000-1,25,000 or Executive grade Rs. 35,000-1,10,000 or equivalent CDA scale | Minimum CTC of Rs. 70,000 per month |
| Sr. Section Engineer | Minimum 2 years or more of experience in IDA pay scale of Rs. 40,000-1,25,000 or equivalent CDA pay scale or above in any Metro Rail/Railway/Railway PSUs/Govt Organisation/PSUs; OR at least 4 years in revised IDA scale of Rs. 35,000-1,10,000 or equivalent CDA scale in Govt/PSU/Metro Rail Corporation | Working in a private organisation with monthly CTC of approx. Rs. 50,000 |
| Section Engineer | Minimum 2 years or more of experience in IDA pay scale of Rs. 35,000-1,10,000 or CDA pay scale or above in any Metro Rail/Railway/Railway PSUs/Govt Organisation/PSUs; OR at least 5 years in revised IDA scale of Rs. 33,000-1,00,000 or equivalent CDA scale in Govt/PSU/Metro Rail Corporations | Working in a private organisation with monthly CTC of approx. Rs. 45,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can serving GMRC employees apply for these posts?
Yes. Eligible GMRC officials and staff who have completed a minimum of two years of service as on 1 October 2026 in their present designation and grade may apply through the proper channel.
Do candidates working in a PSU or Metro Rail Corporation need to submit anything extra?
Yes. Such candidates must submit an NOC along with the last 5 years APAR of their present or previous organization with the application, on or before the date of interview.
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