IRCTC SCZ Recruitment 2026: Hospitality Monitor & Tourism Monitor Walk-in for 28 Posts
Good news for hotel management and tourism graduates! Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), South Central Zone, is holding walk-in interviews for 28 contract posts — 22 Hospitality Monitors and 6 Tourism Monitors. The monthly CTC is ₹30,000 for Hospitality Monitors and ₹30,000 or ₹35,000 for Tourism Monitors, plus train duty allowances. Selection is by personal interview, so you simply walk in with your filled form and papers. If you follow railway jobs, this one moves fast.
The Bhubaneswar walk-ins on 5 and 6 October 2026 are already over. Two chances are still ahead, both in Secunderabad: 8 October 2026 for Hospitality Monitors and 9 October 2026 for Tourism Monitors. That is very little time, so read the eligibility for your post, fill the form tonight and arrange your documents. This guide from GovtJobsAlert.in covers posts, eligibility, pay, the venue and every condition that matters.
What are the Key Highlights of IRCTC SCZ Hospitality & Tourism Monitor Walk-in 2026?
IRCTC is a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways. It runs train catering, rail tourism and the Bharat Gaurav tourist trains. Its South Central Zone has issued two separate notifications, both dated 16 September 2026, one for each post. Both are walk-in, contract-only engagements.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | IRCTC, South Central Zone |
| Hospitality Monitor notification | No.2026/IRCTC/HRD/SCZ/Rectt.-I/ Hospitality Monitors (Fixed Term Contract) |
| Tourism Monitor notification | No.2023/IRCTC/HRD/SCZ/Rectt.-I/Tourism Monitors |
| Total Posts | 28 (22 + 6) |
| Monthly CTC | ₹30,000 (Hospitality); ₹30,000 or ₹35,000 (Tourism) |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Interview |
| Contract Period | 2 years + 1 year extendable (Hospitality); 3 years (Tourism) |
| Remaining Walk-in Dates | 8 October 2026 (Hospitality), 9 October 2026 (Tourism) |
| Place of Posting | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Odisha and Chhattisgarh, or anywhere in India |
How Many Vacancies are in IRCTC SCZ Hospitality & Tourism Monitor 2026?
| Post | Reservation | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitality Monitors | As per Govt. of India policy; includes 4 OBC backlog vacancies | 22 |
| Tourism Monitors | SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC-NCL 27%, PwBD 4%, EWS 10%, Ex-Servicemen 10% | 6 |
| Total | — | 28 |
Neither notification gives a category-wise seat count, so we have not invented one. The 4 OBC backlog seats are carried over from IRCTC’s earlier Hospitality Monitor notification dated 01.03.2026. Separately, 22 and 6 more candidates will be kept on a Reserve Panel. IRCTC also says the number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on its requirement at the time of engagement.
What will you actually do? A Hospitality Monitor supervises food production, quality and service in mobile catering units such as Vande Bharat, Mail and Express trains, tourist trains and Bharat Gaurav trains, and in base and cluster kitchens. The job involves travelling on trains all over India, handling passenger complaints, checking pest control and pantry cleaning, and supervising the service provider’s staff. A Tourism Monitor mans the Bharat Gaurav rakes, supports tour package marketing and back-end work, handles air and rail ticketing for corporate and walk-in clients, and trains staff. If you enjoy being on the move and dealing with people, both roles suit you; if you want a desk job, think twice.
What is the Eligibility for IRCTC Hospitality & Tourism Monitor 2026?
Hospitality Monitors — Qualification
| Option | Qualification |
|---|---|
| 1 | Full-time B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration from a Central or State Institute of Hotel Management (CIHM / SIHM / PIHM) affiliated to NCHM&CT, UGC, AICTE or Government of India |
| 2 | BBA / MBA (Culinary Arts) from Indian Culinary Institutes under the Ministry of Tourism |
| 3 | B.Sc. Hotel Management and Catering Science from a Government-recognised university affiliated to UGC, AICTE, Government of India or State Government |
| 4 | MBA (Tourism and Hotel Management) from a Government-recognised university affiliated to UGC, AICTE, Government of India or State Government |
For Hospitality Monitors, the experience you need depends on your age on 01.09.2026:
| Your Age | Experience Needed |
|---|---|
| Up to 28 years | No experience |
| 28 to 30 years | 1 year |
| 30 to 35 years | 2 years |
So a UR fresher above 28 is not eligible. Bring proof of every month of experience you claim.
Tourism Monitors — Qualification and Pay Tier
| Tier | Qualification and Experience | Monthly CTC |
|---|---|---|
| A | 3-year Bachelor’s degree in Tourism, OR a 3-year Bachelor’s in any stream + 1-year diploma in Travel & Tourism; with minimum 1 year working experience in Tour Operation / Travel Agency firms | ₹30,000 |
| B | 3-year Bachelor’s in any stream + 2-year Post Graduation Degree / Diploma in Travel & Tourism; with minimum 2 years working experience in Tour Operation / Travel Agency firms | ₹35,000 |
Experience is compulsory for Tourism Monitors in both tiers. If you are a fresh hotel management graduate, check the Hospitality Monitor route instead. For both posts, knowledge of computers (MS Office) and report preparation is desirable, along with the ability to solve problems and make rational decisions. Only Indian nationals are eligible.
Age Limit (as on 01.09.2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR | 35 years |
| OBC | 38 years (3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 40 years (5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD | 45 years (10 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service rendered in defence plus 3 years |
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Neither notification states a minimum age. For Hospitality Monitors, remember that the age bands above also decide how much experience you need.
What is the Salary for IRCTC Hospitality & Tourism Monitor 2026?
| Component | Hospitality Monitors | Tourism Monitors |
|---|---|---|
| CTC per month (incl. statutory deductions) | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 or ₹35,000 (by qualification / experience) |
| Daily Allowance (on-duty on-board train) | ₹350 per day | ₹350 per day |
| Lodging Charges (night stay at outstation) | ₹240 | ₹240 |
| National Holiday Allowance (if worked) | ₹384 per holiday | ₹384 per holiday |
| Medical Insurance | ₹1,400 per month (up to 35 yrs); ₹2,000 per month (36–50 yrs) | ₹800 per month |
The daily allowance is paid at 100% for more than 12 hours on board, 70% for 6 to 12 hours and 30% for less than 6 hours. Medical insurance is a reimbursement against valid documents. Hospitality Monitors travel on trains all over India, so these allowances add up for people who do long runs.
One honest point: ₹30,000 is the CTC including statutory deductions, so your take-home will be a little lower. Still, for a hotel management graduate under 28 with no experience, a railway PSU contract with insurance support and on-board allowances is a solid first line on the CV. For Tourism Monitors, the extra ₹5,000 in Tier B rewards a two-year PG qualification and two years of tour operation work, so carry papers for the tier you claim.
What is the Selection Process for IRCTC Hospitality & Tourism Monitor Walk-in 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Document verification at venue | Your filled form is checked against your originals |
| Personal interview | Shortlisting is based on your credentials and interview performance |
| Offer of engagement | Issued in order of merit and as per vacancies, subject to verification of antecedents |
| Medical fitness | Engagement depends on being found medically fit as prescribed by IRCTC |
IRCTC reserves the right to cancel or amend the advertisement or the selection process at any time without prior notice. Any corrigendum, including a change of date or place, will be put only on the IRCTC website, not in newspapers. Check it on the morning of your interview.
Your credentials and interview performance decide shortlisting, so prepare like an exam. Be ready to explain your hotel or tour operation experience in simple terms, what you did on a normal working day, and how you would handle an angry passenger. Basic MS Office knowledge and report writing are listed as desirable, so mention them if you have them.
How to Apply for IRCTC Hospitality & Tourism Monitor Walk-in 2026?
This is a walk-in. You apply in person at the venue, carrying the filled form and all your documents yourself.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Check the date for your post. Only the Secunderabad walk-ins are still ahead: 8 October 2026 (Hospitality) and 9 October 2026 (Tourism) |
| 2 | Print the application proforma attached to the notification for your post (both PDFs are in Essential Links) and fill it completely, with a photo |
| 3 | Report at IRCTC Ltd, 1st Floor, Oxford Plaza, Sarojini Devi Road, Secunderabad-500 003, between 10:30 hrs and 17:30 hrs |
| 4 | Hand in the filled form for verification with your original documents, one set of attested copies and two recent passport-size photographs |
| 5 | Attend the personal interview |
Your attested copies should cover your qualification certificates and marksheets, experience proof, date of birth (10th certificate) and category certificate. OBC candidates need an OBC-NCL certificate in the Government of India format. Tourism Monitor candidates may appear at one venue only. No TA/DA is paid for attending, and if the interview date is extended you must arrange your own stay and food.
What are the Important Dates for IRCTC SCZ Walk-in 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notifications issued | 16 September 2026 |
| Age reckoned as on | 01 September 2026 |
| Hospitality Monitors — Bhubaneswar walk-in | 05 October 2026 (over) |
| Tourism Monitors — Bhubaneswar walk-in | 06 October 2026 (over) |
| Hospitality Monitors — Secunderabad walk-in | 08 October 2026, 10:30 to 17:30 hrs |
| Tourism Monitors — Secunderabad walk-in | 09 October 2026, 10:30 to 17:30 hrs |
The closed Bhubaneswar venue was IRCTC Regional Office, NBCC Imperia, Press Square, Bhubaneswar – 751 017.
What is the Application Fee and Security Deposit for IRCTC SCZ Walk-in 2026?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee | Not mentioned in either notification |
| Security deposit (selected candidates only) | ₹25,000 by Demand Draft |
For Hospitality Monitors, the contractual staff must complete at least one year of service, failing which the security deposit is liable to be forfeited.
What are the Contract Conditions for IRCTC Hospitality & Tourism Monitor 2026?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Contract only | The engagement does not entitle you to claim regular or permanent employment in IRCTC |
| Wrong eligibility or false details | If you do not fulfil the criteria, or give false or suppressed information, your candidature or services will be summarily terminated at any stage, even after engagement |
| Proforma declaration | Your candidature will be rejected if any information in the form is incorrect, incomplete or false |
| Antecedent check | Hospitality engagement stays provisional until antecedents are verified; false information found later can end the contract without notice or compensation |
| Notice period | Either side can end the contract with one month’s notice |
| Poor performance | Hospitality: contract may end with 15 days’ notice. Tourism: it may end without any notice |
| Govt / PSU employees | Apply through proper channel or give an NOC at the interview, or a relieving letter if selected |
Essential Links — IRCTC SCZ Hospitality & Tourism Monitor 2026
- Download IRCTC SCZ Hospitality Monitors Walk-in Notification PDF (Detailed Advertisement)
- Download IRCTC SCZ Tourism Monitors Walk-in Notification PDF (Annexure)
- Visit IRCTC SCZ Hospitality Monitor & Tourism Monitor Walk-in Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you hold a hotel management or tourism qualification and fit the age and experience rules, do not miss Secunderabad on 8 October (Hospitality) or 9 October 2026 (Tourism). Reach early, carry every original and keep the filled form ready. For more openings in public sector companies, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.