Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL), one of the most important public sector undertakings under the Ministry of Railways, has announced a golden opportunity for engineering aspirants. The organization has released a recruitment notification for 80 vacancies in the Electrical/Projects Department on a fixed-term contract basis. These posts will initially be filled for three years, with a possibility of extension depending on project requirements.
The recruitment drive is aimed at hiring talented engineers for various ongoing and upcoming projects across the Konkan Railway network. This article provides you with every detail you need to know – from important dates and eligibility criteria to salary scale, facilities, and the selection process.
Important Dates
Candidates applying for KRCL Recruitment 2025 must note the walk-in interview schedule. Registration will be open from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the respective dates.
- Assistant Electrical Engineer – 12 September 2025
- Senior Technical Assistant (Electrical) – 15 September 2025
- Junior Technical Assistant (Electrical) – 16 September 2025
- Technical Assistant (Electrical) – 18 September 2025
The interviews will be conducted at Executive Club, Konkan Rail Vihar, Near Seawoods Railway Station, Sector-40, Seawoods (West), Navi Mumbai.
Vacancy Details
A total of 80 vacancies have been announced across four different posts in the Electrical/Projects Department. The distribution is as follows:
- Assistant Electrical Engineer (AEE) – 10 posts
- Senior Technical Assistant (Electrical) – 19 posts
- Junior Technical Assistant (Electrical) – 21 posts
- Technical Assistant (Electrical) – 30 posts
These numbers are subject to change depending on project requirements.
Application Fees
The recruitment notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates can attend the walk-in interview with the required documents without any prior fee payment.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Maximum age 45 year limit as on 01 August 2025 varies by post (details in annexures).
- Age relaxation:
- OBC (NCL) – 3 years
- SC/ST – 5 years
- Ex-servicemen – As per discretion of KRCL
Educational Qualification & Experience
- Assistant Electrical Engineer – Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with relevant post-qualification experience.
- Senior Technical Assistant (Electrical) – Engineering degree/diploma in Electrical with specified experience.
- Junior Technical Assistant (Electrical) – Diploma/degree in Electrical with some post-qualification exposure.
- Technical Assistant (Electrical) – Diploma/degree in Electrical or equivalent qualification.
(Exact qualification details will be as per annexures provided in the official notification.)
Salary Scale
KRCL offers attractive consolidated remuneration depending on the city category (X, Y, or Z class city).
- Assistant Electrical Engineer – ₹76,660 (X), ₹71,900 (Y), ₹67,140 (Z)
- Senior Technical Assistant (Electrical) – ₹57,140 (X), ₹53,600 (Y), ₹50,060 (Z)
- Junior Technical Assistant (Electrical) – ₹47,220 (X), ₹44,300 (Y), ₹41,380 (Z)
- Technical Assistant (Electrical) – ₹40,500 (X), ₹38,000 (Y), ₹35,500 (Z)
Note: Salary includes Basic Pay, DA, HRA, Conveyance, Mobile Allowance, etc. Annual increment of 4% will be provided after every year, subject to project requirements.
Other Allowances & Facilities
Apart from the consolidated salary, KRCL provides several facilities:
- Insurance Benefits – Life insurance reimbursement up to ₹500 per month.
- Medical Facilities – ₹500 per month medical allowance + reimbursement of health insurance premium up to ₹500.
- Travel Facilities –
- Free 3rd AC Railway Pass for official travel.
- Reimbursement for road travel as per KRCL policy.
- Accommodation – KRCL rest houses available during duty travel; hotel charges reimbursed if rest house unavailable.
- Leave Entitlement –
- 15 days earned leave every 6 months (accumulative).
- 8 days casual leave annually.
- Weekly offs and public holidays as applicable.
- Other Perks – Eligibility for TA/DA as per project travel, reimbursement of mobile expenses, etc.
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted through a walk-in interview process. Here’s how it works:
- Registration – Candidates must report between 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the interview date.
- Document Verification – Screening of certificates and eligibility criteria.
- Elimination Round (if required) – A written test or group discussion may be conducted if the number of candidates is large.
- Interview – Final evaluation by the Selection Committee.
- Merit List – Based on interview performance, qualification, and relevant experience.
Note: No TA/DA will be provided to candidates for attending the interview.
Documents Required
Candidates must bring originals along with self-attested copies of the following documents:
- Proof of educational qualification (degree/diploma certificates & mark sheets)
- Proof of date of birth (SSC/SSLC/Birth Certificate)
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS, in Central Government format)
- Experience certificate from previous employer(s)
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- Character certificate from a Gazetted/Executive Officer
General Conditions
- Selected candidates will be appointed on a 3-year contract, extendable if required.
- Posting can be anywhere on Konkan Railway project sites.
- Selected candidates must join duty within 30 days of offer letter.
- No accommodation or food allowance will be provided.
- The contract does not guarantee absorption into permanent KRCL service.
- A bond of ₹50,000 will need to be signed as part of the agreement.
- Misconduct, false information, or violation of contract terms may result in termination.
Why Choose KRCL?
Working with Konkan Railway Corporation Limited not only offers financial stability but also the opportunity to contribute to some of the most prestigious railway infrastructure projects in India. With excellent pay, yearly increments, travel facilities, and career growth opportunities, this recruitment is ideal for candidates with a technical background in electrical engineering.
