RITES Assistant Manager 2026 Notification: 24 Mechanical Posts, Salary & Eligibility
RITES Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has released a notification for the post of Assistant Manager (Mechanical), with a total of 24 vacancies on a regular basis. This is an excellent chance for mechanical engineering graduates with a couple of years of experience to join a respected government company and build a strong long-term career. If engineering is your field and you want a stable, well-paid PSU job, this notification deserves your full attention.
Selected candidates are placed in the IDA pay scale of ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000, along with allowances, Performance Related Pay, and other benefits. The online application window runs from 17 July 2026 to 17 August 2026. In this guide by GovtJobsAlert.in, we explain the vacancy details, eligibility, salary, and selection process. If you are searching for PSU jobs in India, read this article carefully.
Key Highlights — RITES Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026
RITES Limited is recruiting Assistant Managers in the Mechanical discipline for regular appointment. It is a Central PSU engineering role with a strong pay package and career growth. Here are the key points to know before you apply.
- Post Name: Assistant Manager (Mechanical)
- Total Vacancies: 24 posts
- Pay Scale: ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 (IDA scale)
- Job Location: Anywhere in India (transferable; HQ Gurugram)
- Application Dates: 17 July to 17 August 2026
- Age Limit: Maximum 32 years
RITES Assistant Manager Vacancy Breakdown 2026
All 24 posts are for the single discipline of Assistant Manager (Mechanical). The category-wise split is shown below. One post is reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) on a horizontal basis, within the totals.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 12 |
| EWS | 2 |
| OBC (NCL) | 1 |
| SC | 5 |
| ST | 4 |
| Total | 24 |
Eligibility Criteria — RITES Assistant Manager 2026
This role has both an education requirement and an experience requirement, so please check both carefully.
Educational Qualification
- A full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Technology — including Mechanical, Production, Production & Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics & Automobile, or Railways — from an AICTE-recognised university.
- UR / EWS candidates need a first class degree or a minimum of 60% marks.
- Reserved category candidates (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD) against reserved posts need at least 50% marks.
Candidates with a strong engineering background in the mechanical field are the right fit for this role.
Experience Required
Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience in production, mechanical maintenance, or other mechanical engineering areas, having worked at a project site, factory, or plant. Training, internship, teaching, and research periods are not counted, but apprenticeship in the relevant discipline is counted.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 32 years as on 17 August 2026. Age relaxation is given as per government rules, as summarised below.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years (additional) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules |
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What is the Salary for RITES Assistant Manager 2026?
The Assistant Manager post offers a strong pay package in the IDA structure, which is typical for a Central PSU executive role.
- Pay Scale: ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 (pay fixed at the minimum of ₹40,000 basic)
- Dearness Allowance (DA): as per current PSU rates
- Performance Related Pay (PRP): paid as per company performance
- Other Benefits: HRA / lease accommodation, medical facilities, Provident Fund, and gratuity
With basic pay, DA, PRP, and allowances combined, the total package of a RITES Assistant Manager is attractive and grows well with experience.
As a regular PSU appointment, the post also brings job security and long-term career growth.
What is the Selection Process for RITES Assistant Manager 2026?
RITES Limited selects candidates through a written test, document scrutiny, interview, and medical examination. Understanding each stage will help you prepare well. You can check the exam pattern and syllabus to plan your preparation.
Stage 1: Written Test
The written test has 125 objective questions of 1 mark each, over 2.5 hours, with no negative marking. The minimum qualifying marks are 50% for UR/EWS and 45% for reserved categories.
Stage 2: Interview & Medical
Shortlisted candidates (in a 1:6 ratio) are called for an interview. The final merit gives 60% weightage to the written test and 40% to the interview. Selected candidates then undergo a medical examination as per RITES standards.
How to Apply Online for RITES Assistant Manager 2026?
Applications are accepted online only through the RITES career portal. Keep your certificates and documents ready, then follow these steps.
- Visit the RITES recruitment portal (direct link in the Essential Links section below).
- Register in the prescribed format and note your Registration Number.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Upload the required documents, including your degree, mark sheets, and category certificate.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download a copy for your records.
RITES Assistant Manager 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Starts | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 August 2026 |
| Written Test / Interview | To be announced |
RITES Assistant Manager 2026 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹600 |
| EWS, SC, ST, PwBD | ₹300 |
The fee is paid online during the application. The fee for SC / ST / PwBD candidates is refundable after they participate in the selection process.
Essential Links — RITES Assistant Manager 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for RITES Assistant Manager 2026
- Visit RITES Career Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you are a mechanical engineering graduate with two years of experience, this is a strong chance to join a Navratna PSU — so prepare your documents and apply before 17 August 2026. Don’t leave it for the last day. For more PSU and engineering job updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in every day.