Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES), a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has invited applications for the post of Manager-PAPIS. There is one vacancy on offer through this recruitment. The role relates to installation, commissioning, maintenance and supervision of the metro rolling stock PAPIS system, and the engagement is on a contract basis with posting possible anywhere in India as per project requirements.
RITES Recruitment 2026 - Manager-PAPIS Posts
- Notification19 Sept
- Applications Open14 Sept
- Applications Closed04 Oct
About RITES Manager-PAPIS Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Rail India Technical and Economic Service
- Advertisement No.
- CP/14/26
- Post Name
- Manager-PAPIS
- Job Location
- All India
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Selected candidates shall be liable for posting anywhere in India as per Company requirements)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- For Diploma holders: minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience with minimum 2 years in Installation & Commissioning/Maintenance/Supervision of metro rolling stock PAPIS System. For Degree holders: minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience with minimum 2 years in Installation & Commissioning/Maintenance/Supervision of metro rolling stock PAPIS System.
- Pay Scale
- INR 50,000-1,60,000 (IDA scale)
- Tenure
- Purely on contract basis initially for a period of one year, extendable until completion of the assignment subject to mutual consent and satisfactory performance
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manager-PAPIS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Full time Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunication or equivalent. For Diploma: Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience with minimum 2 years of experience in Installation & Commissioning/Maintenance/Supervision of metro rolling stock PAPIS System. For Degree: Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience with minimum 2 years of experience in Installation & Commissioning/Maintenance/Supervision of metro rolling stock PAPIS System. Candidates belonging to UR/EWS category (and SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD candidates applying against unreserved posts) should have first class degree/minimum 60% marks in the minimum qualification; reserved category candidates should have at least 50% marks in the minimum qualification for consideration against reserved posts.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Manager-PAPIS - Educational Qualification and Experience | Full time Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunication or equivalent. For Diploma: Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience with minimum 2 years of experience in Installation & Commissioning/Maintenance/Supervision of metro rolling stock PAPIS System. For Degree: Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience with minimum 2 years of experience in Installation & Commissioning/Maintenance/Supervision of metro rolling stock PAPIS System. Candidates belonging to UR/EWS category (and SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD candidates applying against unreserved posts) should have first class degree/minimum 60% marks in the minimum qualification; reserved category candidates should have at least 50% marks in the minimum qualification for consideration against reserved posts. |
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years as on the last date of application i.e. 04.10.2026
Age Relaxation
SC/ST Category: 5 years; OBC-NCL Category: 3 years; Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years, in addition to the age relaxation permissible for SC/ST/OBC-NCL category candidates, subject to the post being identified suitable for PwBD
Application Fee
Selection Process
- 1Document Scrutiny/Verification
All candidates who successfully submitted the online application form are provisionally allowed to appear for document scrutiny, where eligibility with respect to the post applied is verified.
- 2Interview
Shortlisted candidates appear for an interview carrying 100% weightage, with Technical & Professional proficiency 65% and Personality, Communication & Competency 35%; candidates may appear in Hindi or English.
Salary Structure
INR 50,000-1,60,000 (IDA scale)
Manager-PAPIS: Pay Scale INR 50,000-1,60,000. Selected candidates are paid Basic pay and DA, fixed/variable allowances @ 23% of Basic Pay, HRA/Lease, Contribution to PF, Gratuity as per Payment of Gratuity Act.
How to Apply
- 1Register online through the Career Section of the RITES website, , and note down the Registration No. generated by the system.
- 2Fill in personal, educational and experience details and enter the Identity Proof details correctly.
- 3Upload all required documents under the Upload Document section, including High School certificate, qualification certificates and mark sheets, experience proof, category certificate, identity proof and PAN card.
- 4Complete the online payment under the Make Payment section; the application fee is NIL for all candidates.
- 5Download and retain a copy of the submitted application form with the registration number.
- 6Bring two duly filled copies of Annexure A along with self-attested photocopies of all documents in chronological order at the time of document verification.
Reporting Venue
RITES Limited, Shikhar, Plot No.01, Sector-29, Gurugram-122001; RITES, Inspection Office, Chennai, CTS Building, 2nd Floor, BSNL Complex, No-16, Greams Road, Chennai-600006
Candidates who clear document scrutiny are called for the walk-in interview on 08.10.2026 and 09.10.2026 at the RITES Gurugram or Chennai office as intimated in the call letter. Candidates must bring two duly filled copies of Annexure A and self-attested photocopies of all documents in chronological order, along with originals for verification. The interview carries 100% weightage and may be taken in Hindi or English. No TA/DA is payable.
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- The engagement is purely on contract basis for one year, extendable until completion of the assignment, and selected candidates are liable for posting anywhere in India.
- Empanelment against the vacancy does not guarantee selection or a right to the job; offers are issued only as per project or company requirement.
- A minimum of 60% marks in the interview is required for UR/EWS candidates and 50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD candidates against reserved posts, though there is no minimum qualifying mark in the aggregate.
- The period of training (except on-the-job training), internship, teaching, academic, fellowship and PhD research experience is not counted as experience.
- Age, experience and all other eligibility criteria are reckoned as on the last date of submission of application, 04.10.2026.
- No TA/DA is payable, hard copies of documents are not to be sent by post or courier, and the legal jurisdiction for any dispute is Delhi.
Interview Weightage
| Parameter | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Technical & Professional proficiency | 65% |
| Personality, Communication & Competency | 35% |
PwBD Suitability for the Post
The Manager-PAPIS post is identified suitable for Locomotor disability (OA, OL, Leprosy Cured, Acid Attack Victims) with physical requirements S, ST, BN, W, SE, MF, C, R, W and RW, and for Hearing Impairment (HI). PwBD candidates suffering from not less than 40% of the relevant disability are eligible for 10 years relaxation in the upper age limit.
Documents to Upload During Online Application
- High School certificate for proof of Date of Birth
- Certificates of Academic & Professional qualifications along with mark sheets of all semesters/years for all qualifications (Xth, XIIth, Diploma/Graduation/Post-Graduation as applicable)
- Percentage Conversion Document issued by the University/Institute, wherever applicable
- EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD Certificate in the prescribed format by Govt. of India, wherever applicable
- Proof of Identity & Address (Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, Aadhaar Card etc)
- PAN Card
- Proof of each period of experience claimed, in a single PDF in chronological order, including offer letter, joining order, relieving letter, service certificate and relevant pay slips
- Any other document required in support of candidature and claims
Documents to Carry at Document Verification
- One recent passport size colour photograph
- High School certificate for proof of Date of Birth
- Certificates of Academic & Professional qualifications and statements of marks of all qualifications for all semesters/years
- EWS/SC/ST/OBC Certificate in the prescribed format by Govt. of India, if applicable
- Proof of Identity & Address (Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, Aadhaar Card etc)
- PAN Card
- Proof of different periods of experience as claimed in the Application Form, if applicable
- PwBD Certificate as per latest format, if applicable
- Any other document in support of candidature
Other Benefits
- Leaves as per company rules applicable to contract employees
- Maternity Leave
- Medical facility
- Accident/Death Insurance
- Leave Encashment
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate appear for the interview in Hindi?
Yes. Candidates have the option to appear for the interview either in Hindi or English.
Is TA/DA payable for attending the document verification or interview?
No. No fares or TA/DA are payable for attending the selection process.
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