Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES), a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, is hiring Assistant Managers in Civil Engineering for its Airports work. There are three posts on offer on a regular basis. The role involves airport planning, design of airfield pavements and preparation of detailed estimates, with posting possible anywhere in India or abroad as per company requirements.
RITES Recruitment 2026 - Assistant Manager (Civil Engineer / Airports) Posts
- Notification19 Sept
- Applications Open14 Sept
- Applications Closed08 Oct
- Exam25 Oct
About RITES Assistant Manager (Civil Engineer / Airports) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Rail India Technical and Economic Service
- Advertisement No.
- RG/30/26
- Post Name
- Assistant Manager (Civil Engineer / Airports)
- Job Location
- All India
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Open for candidates across India; selected candidates are liable for posting at any place in India and abroad)
- Job Type
- Permanent
- Age Limit
- Up to 32 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience in Airport planning, design of Airfield pavements and preparation of detailed estimates. Training (except on-the-job), internship, teaching, academic, fellowship and PhD research experience are not counted; apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 in the relevant discipline is counted.
- Pay Scale
- INR 40,000-1,40,000 (Assistant Manager, Civil Engineer / Airports)
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Civil Engineer / Airports) | 02 | - | - | 01 | - | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience in Airport planning, design of Airfield pavements and preparation of detailed estimates. UR/EWS candidates (and SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD candidates applying against unreserved posts) should have first class degree or minimum 60% marks in the minimum qualification; reserved category candidates should have at least 50% marks. Degree must be recognised by AICTE/UGC from a university incorporated by an Act of Central or State legislature or an institution deemed a university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. Sections A and B examination of the Institution of Engineers (India), treated as equivalent to a degree by the Government of India and recognised by AICTE, is also accepted.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Civil Engineer / Airports) - Qualification and Experience | Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience in Airport planning, design of Airfield pavements and preparation of detailed estimates. UR/EWS candidates (and SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD candidates applying against unreserved posts) should have first class degree or minimum 60% marks in the minimum qualification; reserved category candidates should have at least 50% marks. Degree must be recognised by AICTE/UGC from a university incorporated by an Act of Central or State legislature or an institution deemed a university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. Sections A and B examination of the Institution of Engineers (India), treated as equivalent to a degree by the Government of India and recognised by AICTE, is also accepted. |
Age Limit
Maximum 32 years as on 08-10-2026
Age Relaxation
SC/ST: 5 years; OBC-NCL: 3 years; J&K Domicile: 5 years; Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 10 years (in addition to relaxation permissible for SC/ST/OBC-NCL); RITES regular/contract employees: 5 years
Application Fee
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
125 objective type questions of one mark each in 2.5 hours; no negative marking; PwBD candidates get a compensatory time of 50 minutes; minimum 50% for UR/EWS and 45% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD against reserved posts to qualify for further consideration.
- 2Document Scrutiny
Documents submitted by candidates are scrutinised by RITES and shortlisted candidates are called for interview preceded by verification of original documents.
- 3Interview
Candidates called in the ratio of 1:6 to the number of vacancies; minimum 60% for UR/EWS and 50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD against reserved posts; no minimum qualifying marks in the aggregate.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:6 (interview calls to number of vacancies)
Exam Pattern
Salary Structure
INR 40,000-1,40,000 (Assistant Manager, Civil Engineer / Airports)
Assistant Manager (Civil Engineer / Airports): INR 40,000-1,40,000. Pay fixed at the minimum of the scale. In addition to Basic Pay, candidates receive DA, fixed/variable allowances, Performance Related Pay, medical facilities, HRA/lease accommodation, PF, gratuity and Post Retirement Medical Scheme.
How to Apply
- 1Register on the Career section of the official RITES website and note the generated Registration No. for all further communication.
- 2Fill in personal, educational, experience and category details in the online application form.
- 3Upload scanned copies of all documents supporting the claims made in the application, including date of birth proof, qualification certificates and marksheets, experience proof, category certificate and PAN card.
- 4Pay the application fee online under the Make Payment section and ensure the invoice is generated.
- 5Download and retain a copy of the final submitted application form and carry it to the selection process if called.
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- Age, experience and all other eligibility criteria are reckoned as on the last date of submission of application, 08.10.2026.
- Candidates working in a Government organisation (Central/State/Autonomous body), PSU or PSB on a regular basis must apply through proper channel and bring a No Objection Certificate at the time of interview; an NOC submitted after the interview date will not be considered.
- Candidates may appear for the selection process in Hindi or English.
- No TA/DA is payable.
- Hard copies of documents are not to be sent by post or courier.
- Candidates must submit only one application for one vacancy and the application cannot be altered once submitted.
Test Centres for Written Test
| S. No. | City |
|---|---|
| 1 | Delhi/Gurgaon |
| 2 | Kolkata |
| 3 | Bangalore |
| 4 | Mumbai |
| 5 | Bhubaneswar |
| 6 | Guwahati |
Selection Weightage
Written Test carries 60% weightage and Interview 40% (Technical and Professional proficiency 30; Personality, Communication and Competency 10), for a total of 100%.
PwBD Identified Categories
| Discipline | Categories for which identified | Functional Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Civil | Locomotor disability | OA, OL |
| Civil | Hearing Impairment | HI |
Physical Requirements: S, ST, BN, W, SE, MF, C, RW, R, W
Probation and Posting
Appointment is initially on probation for one year from the date of joining. Candidates must clear a screening test for confirmation of services at the end of probation; those who fail may have probation extended. Selected candidates are liable for posting at any place in India and abroad. Appointment is subject to being found medically fit as per RITES Rules and Standards of Medical Fitness.
Fee Refund
The fee paid by SC/ST/PwBD candidates during online application is refunded after their participation in the further selection process of written exam or interview, by crediting the amount to the source account or card used, after deducting GST and bank charges, subject to submission and scrutiny of the category certificate. Candidates of categories not reserved for SC/ST/PwD must pay the full fee at the application stage.
Syllabus for Written Test
Physical characteristics of airports, obstacle restrictions and removal, visual aids for navigation including runway markings, rescue and fire-fighting, master planning of airports as per DGCA and ICAO codes, airfield pavement structural and geometric design, airfield drainage design, quantity calculation, estimation and preparation of BOQ, airport terminal building concepts, laboratory and material testing, construction supervision and quality control, measurements and contractor bill certification, and field survey.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 011-33557000, Extension Code 13221
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from other states apply for the RITES Assistant Manager recruitment?
Yes. The recruitment is open to candidates across India and the job location is not restricted to a particular city or state.
Is there negative marking in the RITES Assistant Manager written test?
No. There is no negative marking system, so no marks are deducted for an incorrect answer.
Can a candidate apply for more than one post in this recruitment?
No. Candidates should submit only one application for one vacancy, and an application once submitted cannot be altered.
Can final-year students apply for the RITES Assistant Manager post?
No. Candidates must already hold a full-time Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and have at least 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience as on the cut-off date.
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