Overview
RailTel Corporation of India Limited (A Govt. of India Undertaking under Ministry of Railways), New Delhi has released a recruitment notification for the post of Project Director, Project Manager, Network Specialist, Network Admin, Network Engineer, Security Specialist, Security Admin, Server Admin, Central Helpdesk, Electrical Technician, Field Engineer, Nodal Officer (20 posts total) (53 (across 20 post categories) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply offline only (by post/courier to railtel territory office, bengaluru) as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- RailTel Corporation of India Limited (A Govt. of India Undertaking under Ministry of Railways), New Delhi
- Qualification
- Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions regarding educational/professional qualifications, length of experience, and certifications as specified in Annexure-I of the notification for each respective post. Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply. Post: Minimum Qualification | Minimum Experience Project Director: B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 15 years (B.E/B.Tech) OR 18 years (BCA/BSc/MSc) in major IT infrastructure projects Project Manager: B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 13 years (B.E/B.Tech) OR 15 years (BCA/BSc/MSc) in IT infrastructure Network Specialist: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 15 years total including minimum 5 years in large/complex WAN Network Admin-1: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 10 years total Network Admin-2: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 08 years total Network Engineer-1: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 08 years in IT network implementation/maintenance Network Engineer-2: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 06 years in IT network implementation/maintenance Network Engineer-3: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 05 years in IT network implementation/maintenance Security Specialist: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 15 years in Network Security including 5 years as Security expert Security Admin: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 08 years in Network Security Server Admin-1: B.E/B.Tech in Electron…
- Vacancies
- 53 (across 20 post categories)
- Last date to apply
- 30-05-2026 (during office hours)
Important Dates
| Date of Notification | 20/05/2026 |
| Opening of Offline Application | 20-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application (by Post/Courier) | 30-05-2026 (during office hours) |
| Cutoff Date for all Eligibility | 30-05-2026 (Last date of submission) |
| Age Calculated As On | 30-05-2026 |
| Tentative Date of Interview | Will be notified after closing date |
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Vacancy Details
A total of 53 vacancies have been announced for contract engagement across 20 technical posts under the KSWAN Project of RailTel in Southern Region. All posts are located at Bangalore except Nodal Officers (anywhere in Karnataka). The overall reservation distribution across all posts is UR-22, OBC NCL-14, SC-08, ST-04, EWS-05. Number of posts shown are tentative and may change depending upon project requirements. Sn: Name of Post | Location | Vacancies | Annual CTC (₹) 1: Project Director | Bangalore | 1 | 17,32,810 2: Project Manager | Bangalore | 1 | 13,10,400 3: Network Specialist | Bangalore | 1 | 14,47,614 4: Network Admin-1 | Bangalore | 3 | 11,75,010 5: Network Admin-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 8,04,850 6: Network Engineer-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 7,75,545 7: Network Engineer-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,96,585 8: Network Engineer-3 | Bangalore | 1 | 4,55,465 9: Security Specialist | Bangalore | 1 | 12,57,027 10: Security Admin | Bangalore | 1 | 13,36,795 11: Server Admin-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 10,79,165 12: Server Admin-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 10,51,445 13: Central Helpdesk L1 | Bangalore | 3 | 3,68,400 14: Central Helpdesk L2-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 4,74,000 15: Central Helpdesk L2-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,95,450 16: Electrical Technician | Bangalore | 1 | 4,20,185 17: Field Engineer-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,71,385 18: Field Engineer-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 4,62,686 19: Field Engineer-3 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,17,835 20: Nodal Officer | Anywhere in Karnataka | 30 | 4,14,301 Total: 53
Eligibility
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions regarding educational/professional qualifications, length of experience, and certifications as specified in Annexure-I of the notification for each respective post. Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply. Post: Minimum Qualification | Minimum Experience Project Director: B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 15 years (B.E/B.Tech) OR 18 years (BCA/BSc/MSc) in major IT infrastructure projects Project Manager: B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 13 years (B.E/B.Tech) OR 15 years (BCA/BSc/MSc) in IT infrastructure Network Specialist: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 15 years total including minimum 5 years in large/complex WAN Network Admin-1: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 10 years total Network Admin-2: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 08 years total Network Engineer-1: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 08 years in IT network implementation/maintenance Network Engineer-2: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 06 years in IT network implementation/maintenance Network Engineer-3: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 05 years in IT network implementation/maintenance Security Specialist: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 15 years in Network Security including 5 years as Security expert Security Admin: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 08 years in Network Security Server Admin-1: B.E/B.Tech in Electron…
Age Limit
Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and maximum of 50 years as on the last date of submission of application (30-05-2026). Maximum age after all relaxations is 55 years. Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Government of India guidelines for OBC/SC/ST/PwBD candidates. Category: Age Limit / Relaxation General (UR) / EWS: 21 to 50 years (as on 30-05-2026) OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation (up to 53 years) SC / ST: 5 years relaxation (up to 55 years) Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years relaxation (up to 55 years maximum)
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF on the RailTel website for any updates on this aspect before applying.
Selection Process
Selection for engagement of technical personnel will be based on interview and medical examination. No written examination is conducted. Final empanelment is subject to verification of eligibility and medical fitness. Stage 1 - Interview Candidates who fulfill minimum eligibility criteria will be called for a personal interview. Interview schedules will be notified after the closing date via the RailTel official website and through email to registered candidates. No travelling expenses will be reimbursed for attending the interview. Stage 2 - Document Verification Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original documents along with self-attested copies at the time of interview. Candidates failing to produce valid originals will not be allowed to proceed further. Stage 3 - Medical Examination Final engagement is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit by a medical authority designated by RailTel Corporation. Candidates not meeting prescribed medical standards will not be considered for engagement.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply offline only. No online application mode is available. Duly filled and signed application form (Annexure-II as per the notification), along with self-attested copies of all relevant enclosures, must be sent by post or courier so as to reach on or before 30-05-2026 during office hours. The envelope must be clearly superscribed: "APPLICATION FOR TECHNICAL FOR KSWAN PROJECT OF RAILTEL IN SOUTHERN REGION ON CONTRACT BASIS." Documents Required to be Attached with the Application Form: • Matriculation certificate (for age proof) • Certificates and mark sheets in support of required educational/professional qualifications • Experience certificate from current/previous employers indicating length of experience; if current employer's certificate is unavailable, appointment letter along with first and latest pay slips may be submitted • Caste certificate in prescribed format for OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, and ST candidates • Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates) • Copy of CV with complete employment history, duly signed with photograph • Photo ID proof and address proof – Passport / Aadhaar Card / Driving License / PAN Card / Voter ID Card (issued by Central/State Govt.) • No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently working in any Govt./PSU or public body substantially funded by the Govt. NO DOCUMENT SHOULD BE SENT DIRECTLY TO THE CORPORATE OFFICE. All applications must be sent only to the Territory Office address in Bengaluru. Each page of the attached documents mu…
Important Instructions
• THIS IS NOT A PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT. Engagement is purely on a contractual basis for 05 years. RailTel has no obligation to offer regular employment after the contract period, nor shall the contractual employee claim any right to permanent absorption. • Selected candidates must execute a Service Agreement at the time of joining for a period of one year. Failure to complete the said one-year period will attract a penalty equivalent to three months' gross salary in addition to the applicable notice period. • A mandatory notice period of three months is required prior to resignation. Serving notice does not absolve the candidate from financial obligations under the Service Agreement. • The contract may be terminated earlier due to non-availability of work, unsatisfactory performance, or administrative reasons at the discretion of the Competent Authority. • The contractual engagement shall remain provisional subject to correctness and authenticity of all documents submitted, including caste certificates, experience certificates, and character/antecedent records. Any suppression of facts or false information at any stage will result in immediate termination without notice. • No travelling expenses (TA/DA) will be paid to candidates for appearing in screening, interview, or medical examination. • All corrigendum, interview schedules, results, and panel information will be published only on the official RailTel website (www.railtelindia.com). No information will be published in any…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for RailTel Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 53 Project Manager, Field Engineer and More Posts?
Date of Notification: 20/05/2026; Opening of Offline Application: 20-05-2026; Last Date for Submission of Application (by Post/Courier): 30-05-2026 (during office hours); Cutoff Date for all Eligibility: 30-05-2026 (Last date of submission); Age Calculated As On: 30-05-2026; Tentative Date of Interview: Will be notified after closing date
What is the application fee?
The notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF on the RailTel website for any updates on this aspect before applying.
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and maximum of 50 years as on the last date of submission of application (30-05-2026). Maximum age after all relaxations is 55 years. Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Government of India guidelines for OBC/SC/ST/PwBD candidates. Category: Age Limit / Relaxation General (UR) / EWS: 21 to 50 years (as on 30-05-2026) OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation (up to 53 years) SC / ST: 5 years relaxation (up to 55 years) Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years relaxation (up to 55 years maximum)
What is the selection process?
Selection for engagement of technical personnel will be based on interview and medical examination. No written examination is conducted. Final empanelment is subject to verification of eligibility and medical fitness. Stage 1 - Interview Candidates who fulfill minimum eligibility criteria will be called for a personal interview. Interview schedules will be notified after the closing date via the RailTel official website and through email to registered candidates. No travelling expenses will be reimbursed for attending the interview. Stage 2 - Document Verification Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original documents along with self-attested copies at the time of interview. Candidates failing to produce valid originals will not be allowed to proceed further. Stage 3 - Medical Examination Final engagement is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit by a med…