Guwahati: RITES Limited, a leading Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has announced a significant recruitment drive for experienced IT Professionals. The organization is seeking to fill 3 regular vacancies for the posts of Deputy General Manager (Joint Program Manager), Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert), and Manager (API Developer). The online application process commenced on August 3, 2026, and interested candidates must submit their applications by the deadline of August 24, 2026. This recruitment, identified by notification numbers RG/13/26, RG/14/26, and RG/15/26, presents a valuable opportunity for skilled IT professionals in Assam and across India to join a prestigious public sector undertaking.

Key Highlights

Particular Details
Organization RITES Limited
Post Name IT Professionals (Deputy General Manager, Senior Manager, Manager)
Total Vacancies 3
Notification No. RG/13/26, RG/14/26, RG/15/26
Mode of Application Online
Application Start Date August 3, 2026
Last Date to Apply August 24, 2026
Job Location All India (posting as per RITES requirement; India/Abroad possible)
Official Website rites.com

About the Organization

RITES Limited, formerly known as Rail India Technical and Economic Service, is a Navratna and Schedule ‘A’ Central Public Sector Enterprise operating under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. Established on April 26, 1974, RITES is a multidisciplinary engineering and consultancy organization. It offers a comprehensive range of services from concept to commissioning across various facets of transport infrastructure and related technologies. The company is a leading player in the transport consultancy and engineering sector in India, providing diverse services in railways, highways, metros, tunnels, bridges, urban engineering, airports, ports, and more. With a five-decade-long journey, RITES has expanded its operations globally, serving clients in over 55 countries across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. RITES has successfully executed over 5000 projects, including significant national infrastructure projects like the Bogibeel Bridge in Assam.

Vacancy Details

A total of 3 vacancies for IT Professionals have been announced under this recruitment drive. Each post has a single vacancy, and all positions are unreserved.

VC No. Post Name No. of Vacancies
RG/13/26 Deputy General Manager (Joint Program Manager) 1 (Unreserved)
RG/14/26 Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert) 1 (Unreserved)
RG/15/26 Manager (API Developer) 1 (Unreserved)
Total IT Professionals 3

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates aspiring to apply for these IT Professional positions must meet specific educational qualifications, age limits, and experience criteria as detailed in the official notification. The age, experience, and eligibility conditions will be calculated as on the last date of application submission, i.e., August 24, 2026.

Educational Qualification

Applicants for all IT Professional posts must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or a Post Graduate Degree in relevant Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, or related disciplines from a recognized university or institution. Additionally, specific post-qualification experience is mandatory:

  • Deputy General Manager (Joint Program Manager): 11 years of post-qualification experience, with a minimum of 5 years in the relevant job description area, such as large IT/digital transformation programs, multi-vendor management, Agile/Waterfall methodologies, and stakeholder management with government entities.
  • Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert): 8 years of post-qualification experience, with a minimum of 6 years specifically in cybersecurity work, including areas like VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing), SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), IAM (Identity and Access Management), ISO 27001, NIST, CERT-In guidelines, and DevSecOps.
  • Manager (API Developer): 5 years of post-qualification experience exclusively in relevant API development work, encompassing REST APIs, microservices, API security, and Agile methodologies.

A minimum of 60% marks is required for Unreserved (UR) and EWS candidates, and for reserved-category candidates applying against unreserved posts. For SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD candidates applying against reserved posts, a minimum of 50% marks is required.

Age Limit

The maximum age limits for the posts, as on August 24, 2026, are as follows:

  • Deputy General Manager (Joint Program Manager): Up to 41 years
  • Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert): Up to 38 years
  • Manager (API Developer): Up to 35 years

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation will be applicable for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per Government of India rules. This includes:

  • SC/ST candidates: 5 years
  • OBC-NCL candidates: 3 years
  • PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) candidates: 10 years
  • RITES employees: 5 years
  • Candidates domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir: 5 years

Nationality

Candidates must be citizens of India to be eligible for these positions.

Salary & Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be appointed on a regular basis and will receive attractive IDA (Industrial Dearness Allowance) pay scales along with other admissible allowances as per RITES rules. The pay scales for the respective posts are:

  • Deputy General Manager (Joint Program Manager): ₹70,000 – ₹2,00,000
  • Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert): ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000
  • Manager (API Developer): ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000

These pay scales indicate a competitive compensation package for professionals in a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise.

Application Fee

Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable application fee online. The fee structure is as follows:

Category Application Fee
General / OBC ₹600/- + Taxes as applicable
EWS / SC / ST / PwBD ₹300/- + Taxes as applicable

The application fee must be paid online. For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, the fee paid will be refunded upon their participation in the selection process, subject to the scrutiny of their category certificate.

Selection Process

The selection process for IT Professionals at RITES Limited varies depending on the specific post applied for. It generally involves a combination of document scrutiny, a written test, and an interview.

  1. For Deputy General Manager (Joint Program Manager) (VC No. RG/13/26):
    1. Document Scrutiny: Initial screening of online applications and submitted documents to verify eligibility.
    2. Interview: Candidates will be called for an interview. The interview carries 100% weightage, distributed as 65% for Technical & Professional Proficiency and 35% for Personality, Communication & Competency. A minimum of 60% marks for UR/EWS (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) in the interview is required for consideration.
  2. For Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert) (VC No. RG/14/26) & Manager (API Developer) (VC No. RG/15/26):
    1. Written Test: An objective-type written examination will be conducted. It will consist of 125 questions, each carrying 1 mark, with a duration of 2.5 hours. There will be no negative marking. Minimum qualifying marks are 50% for UR/EWS and 45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
    2. Document Scrutiny: Based on the written test results and the number of vacancies, documents submitted by shortlisted candidates will be scrutinized.
    3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will proceed to an interview. The overall weightage for selection will be 60% for the Written Test and 40% for the Interview (comprising 30% for Technical & Professional proficiency and 10% for Personality, Communication & Competency). A minimum of 60% marks for UR/EWS (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) in the interview is required.

The written test for Senior Manager and Manager posts is scheduled for August 30, 2026. Candidates have the option to appear for the selection process in either Hindi or English.

How to Apply

Eligible and interested candidates must apply online through the official RITES website. No other mode of application will be accepted.

  1. Visit the official RITES website: www.rites.com.
  2. Navigate to the “Career” or “Recruitment” section on the homepage.
  3. Find and click on the relevant recruitment link for “IT Professionals (VC No. RG/13/26, RG/14/26, RG/15/26)”.
  4. Complete the online registration process by providing a valid email ID and mobile number. Note down the generated Registration Number and Password.
  5. Log in using the credentials and carefully fill out the online application form with all personal, educational, experience, and other required details.
  6. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other necessary documents in the prescribed format and size.
  7. Pay the applicable application fee online through the available payment gateway.
  8. Review all the entered information thoroughly before final submission to avoid any errors.
  9. Submit the application form and download a copy of the completed application for your records and future reference.

Important Dates

Event Date
Online Application Start Date August 3, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online August 24, 2026
Age, Experience & Eligibility Cut-off Date August 24, 2026
Written Test (for Senior Manager & Manager) August 30, 2026

Official Notification PDF: Candidates are advised to refer to the official RITES website (rites.com/career) under the ‘Career’ section for the detailed notification PDF.

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Official Notification Reference

This recruitment is officially announced by RITES Limited as “Recruitment of IT Professionals on Regular Basis” under Advertisement/VC Nos. RG/13/26, RG/14/26, RG/15/26.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the posts available in the RITES IT Professionals Recruitment 2026?

RITES Limited is recruiting for 3 IT Professional posts, specifically Deputy General Manager (Joint Program Manager), Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert), and Manager (API Developer).

What is the last date to apply for these positions?

The deadline for submitting online applications for the RITES IT Professionals Recruitment 2026 is August 24, 2026.

What are the educational qualifications required?

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s or Post Graduate Degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or related engineering disciplines, along with specific years of relevant post-qualification experience for each post.

Is there an application fee, and how much is it?

Yes, an application fee is applicable. It is ₹600/- plus taxes for General/OBC candidates and ₹300/- plus taxes for EWS/SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

What is the selection process for these IT Professional roles?

The selection process for Deputy General Manager involves document scrutiny followed by an interview. For Senior Manager and Manager posts, it includes a written test, document scrutiny, and an interview.

When is the written test scheduled?

The written test for the Senior Manager (Cyber Security Expert) and Manager (API Developer) posts is scheduled for August 30, 2026.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

The job location is All India, and selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad as per RITES’ organizational requirements.