Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES), a multi-disciplinary engineering and consultancy company under the Government of India serving the transport infrastructure sector, has invited applications for the engagement of Individual Consultants in 2026. A total of 3 positions are on offer: Senior Resident Engineer / S&T, QS and Billing Engineer, and Drawing & Design Engineer / S&T. These are contractual consultant roles based in Haryana, supporting railway signalling and infrastructure projects, and are suited to experienced engineering professionals, including retired railway officers.
RITES Recruitment 2026 - Individual Consultant Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026YP/26-R1/26, YP/28-R1/26, YP/30-R1/26
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
11 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 11 Oct 2026
- Notification22 Sept
- Applications Open22 Sept
- Applications Closed11 Oct
About RITES Individual Consultant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Rail India Technical and Economic Service
- Advertisement No.
- YP/26-R1/26, YP/28-R1/26, YP/30-R1/26
- Post Name
- Individual Consultant: Senior Resident Engineer / S&T, Individual Consultant: QS and Billing Engineer and Individual Consultant: Drawing & Design Engineer / S&T
- Job Location
- Haryana
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 63 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- 12 Months, extendable based on the performance of the individual and/or requirement of the project
- Notice Period
- One month from either side for resignation or termination
Vacancy Breakdown
Individual Consultant: Senior Resident Engineer / S&T
1
Individual Consultant: QS and Billing Engineer
1
Individual Consultant: Drawing & Design Engineer / S&T
1
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Individual Consultant: Senior Resident Engineer / S&T | 1 |
| Individual Consultant: QS and Billing Engineer | 1 |
| Individual Consultant: Drawing & Design Engineer / S&T | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Individual Consultant: Senior Resident Engineer / S&T1 post
- Qualification
- Diploma in Electrical/ Electronics Engineering from a recognized University / Institution or equivalent. Preferred: (i) Degree in Electrical/ Electronics Engineering from a recognized University / Institution or equivalent, or (ii) Retired / VRS Gazetted Officer of Indian Railway or equivalent Railway System in other countries.
- Experience
- Total experience of 10 years after Diploma / 07 Years after Degree in Infrastructure Projects of Railway Signalling. Area of Experience: (i) At least 4 years of experience after degree / 6 years of experience after diploma in the field of Project Management Consultants or Construction Agency or General Consultant or Signalling Contractors for RRI / SSI / PI either individually or combined. Or (ii) At least 5 years' experience as ASTE (Signal) and above in S&T Department of Railways or as Assistant Manager and above in Signal & Telecommunication Engineering department in RITES/ IRCON/ RVNL or equivalent grade in Konkan Railway/ MRVC/ DFCCIL/ any Metro Rail Corporation or as Site Engineer (S&T) and above in RVNL or similar contract employment in RITES/ IRCON either individually or combined. Or (iii) At least 3 years' experience as DSTE (Signal) and above in S&T Department of Railways or as Manager and above in Signal & Telecommunication Engineering department in RITES/ IRCON/ RVNL or equivalent grade in Konkan Railway/ MRVC/ DFCCIL/ any Metro Rail Corporation or as Sr. Site Engineer (S&T) and above in RVNL or similar contract employment in RITES/ IRCON either individually or combined.
- VC No.
- YP/26-R1/26
- Location
- Haryana
- Tentative Project Duration
- 12 Months
- Initial Tenure
- 12 Months, extendable based on performance and/or project requirement
Individual Consultant: QS and Billing Engineer1 post
- Qualification
- Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University / Institution or equivalent. Preferred: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University / Institution or equivalent.
- Experience
- Total experience of 07 years after Diploma / 04 Years after Degree. Relevant Area of Experience: At least 2 years' after degree / 4 years' after diploma in the field of preparation of detailed Estimate of project components, billing, budgeting & cost controlling of Railway Infrastructure projects or of any eligible works.
- VC No.
- YP/28-R1/26
- Location
- Haryana
- Tentative Project Duration
- 12 Months
- Initial Tenure
- 12 Months, extendable based on performance and/or project requirement
Individual Consultant: Drawing & Design Engineer / S&T1 post
- Qualification
- Diploma in Electronics and communication / Electronics / Electrical Engineering from a recognized University / Institution or equivalent. Preferred: Degree in Electronics and communication / Electronics / Electrical Engineering from a recognized University / Institution or equivalent.
- Experience
- Total experience of 07 years after Diploma / 04 Years after Graduation in designing Railway Signalling work. Relevant Area of Experience: (i) At least 02 years of experience after graduation / 04 years of experience after diploma in the field of Project Management Consultants or General Consultants or Construction Agency or with Signalling Contractors for RRI / SSI / PI or with OEMs of Electronic Interlocking system either individually or combined. Or (ii) At least 2 years' experience in designing as JE (Signal) / JE (Design) and above in S&T Department of Railways or as Sr. Executive and above in Signal & Telecommunication Engineering department in RITES / IRCON / RVNL or equivalent grade in Konkan Railway / MRVC / DFCCIL / any Metro Rail Corporation either individually or combined. Or (iii) At least 2 years' experience in designing as SE (Signal) / SE (Design) and above in S&T Department of Railways or as Assistant Manager and above in Signal & Telecommunication Engineering department in RITES / IRCON / RVNL or equivalent grade in Konkan Railway / MRVC / DFCCIL / any Metro Rail Corporation either individually or combined.
- VC No.
- YP/30-R1/26
- Location
- Haryana
- Tentative Project Duration
- 12 Months
- Initial Tenure
- 12 Months, extendable based on performance and/or project requirement
Age Limit
Not exceeding 63 years as on 11-10-2026
Application Fee
All Categories
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Document Scrutiny
All candidates who successfully submit the online application are provisionally allowed for document scrutiny and verification of eligibility, which may be attended online or in person.
- 2Interview
Shortlisted eligible candidates appear for a personal interview and are evaluated on technical skills, subject knowledge, experience, communication and interpersonal skills.
Salary Structure
Individual Consultant: Senior Resident Engineer / S&T
Pay: Rs. 70,000/- Per Month
Individual Consultant: QS and Billing Engineer
Pay: Rs. 55,000/- Per Month
Individual Consultant: Drawing & Design Engineer / S&T
Pay: Rs. 55,000/- Per Month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Individual Consultant: Senior Resident Engineer / S&T | Rs. 70,000/- Per Month |
| Individual Consultant: QS and Billing Engineer | Rs. 55,000/- Per Month |
| Individual Consultant: Drawing & Design Engineer / S&T | Rs. 55,000/- Per Month |
How to Apply
- 1Check that you satisfy the eligibility conditions and requirements of the position before applying.
- 2Apply online in the registration format available in the Career Section of the RITES website.
- 3Note down the Registration No. generated on top of the online form and quote it in all further communication with RITES.
- 4Fill in the identity proof details carefully and keep the same identity proof ready for production in original at later stages.
- 5Submit the application under Fill/Modify Application Form and keep a copy of the submitted form with you.
- 6Upload clear and visible scanned copies of the photograph, signature, certificates and other required documents.
- 7Print the online application form containing the registration number, sign it and carry it with self-attested photocopies and originals to document verification or interview.
- 8Bring a duly filled copy of Annexure A with documents arranged in chronological order at the time of document verification or selection.
Reporting Venue
RITES Corporate Office, Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001, or through Video Conferencing/Online (link shared on registered mail ID/official chat group)
Documents to Carry / Upload
•1 passport size photograph
•High School certificate for proof of date of birth
•12th marksheet
•Diploma/Graduation marksheets of all semesters
•Diploma/Graduation certificate
•Post Graduation marksheets and certificate (as applicable)
•PhD marksheets and certificate if any
•Other academic qualification or certification
•Experience certificates from previous employers
•Last company relieving letter or experience certificate and NOC for Govt./PSU employees
•Aadhaar Card
•PAN Card
•02 recent passport size colour photographs
Important Details
- Engagement is on a contract basis for deployment at a client site, and the issue of the engagement letter and continuation of services depend on the client approving the candidate's CV and the client's continued requirement.
- Candidates working in any organization must be properly relieved from their parent organization before joining RITES.
- No TA/DA is admissible for joining the assignment, on its completion, or for attending the interview.
- Consultants are entitled only to payment for their service and get no statutory benefits such as PF, ESI or Gratuity.
- Police verification will be done as per the latest MHA instructions and the contract ceases immediately without notice if the verification is negative.
- Candidates may apply for any number of vacancies, but applications once submitted cannot be altered.
- Hard copies of documents are not to be sent to the office by post or courier.
Contract Terms
The Individual Consultant has the legal status of an independent consultant and is not a staff member or official of RITES Limited. The appointment is of a temporary nature and RITES can cancel it at any time without giving a reason. Consultants appointed on a full-time basis are not permitted to take up any other assignment during the consultancy period.
Payment and Benefits
Payment is released by RITES Limited within one week after completion of the month, based on the attendance registered by the Individual Consultant. Income Tax or any other tax liable to be deducted is deducted at source and a TDS certificate is issued; GST as applicable is admissible. RITES undertakes no liability for taxes or contributions payable by the consultant on payments made under the contract.
Leave
The Individual Consultant is entitled to leave at the rate of 1.5 days for each completed month, with no accumulation beyond a calendar year, on a pro-rata basis. Absence up to one month may be considered without remuneration. Women consultants may be eligible for maternity leave as per the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017.
Experience Not Counted
The period of training (except on-the-job training), internship, teaching, academic, fellowship and PhD research experience shall not be counted as a part of experience.
Deployment and Client Approval
The engagement is being done for deployment of personnel at one of the clients' sites. The CVs of all candidates found suitable will be shared with the client, and only candidates whose CVs are approved by the client will be issued the engagement letter. Actual deployment is based on award of work, project or company requirement.
Extension and Age
The Individual Consultant may be extended by one year at a time for providing quality services, contingent on a satisfactory annual performance review based on clearly defined Key Performance Indicators, and extension is done on the same project only. No extension will be given beyond the age of 65 years.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one post in this RITES recruitment?
Yes. The notification states that candidates can apply for any number of vacancies, though an application once submitted cannot be altered.
Can retired government servants apply for these Individual Consultant posts?
Yes. A retired government servant can be hired as a consultant through a competitive process, only for specific tasks and a specific duration, and not against regular vacant posts.
Is TA/DA paid for attending the interview or for joining?
No. No TA/DA is admissible for joining the assignment or on its completion, and no TA/DA is payable for attending the interview.
Can the document scrutiny and interview be attended online?
Yes. Candidates may appear for the document scrutiny and interview process online through video conferencing or in person at the RITES Corporate Office, Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001.
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