RWF Bangalore Re-engagement Recruitment 2026: Supervisor JE (Electrical) and JE / SSE (Mechanical) Eligibility, Pay Rules & How to Apply
Rail Wheel Factory (RWF), Yelahanka, Bengaluru has invited applications for 14 contractual posts of Supervisor: 3 Supervisor (JE) in the Electrical Department (Control Group) and 11 in the Mechanical Department (Maintenance Unit), made up of 3 Supervisor (JE) and 8 Supervisor (SSE). This is a good chance to keep serving the railways, but only if you are already retired.
This recruitment is open ONLY to retired railway non-gazetted staff. Freshers and the general public cannot apply. Your age must be up to 65 years, and the application must reach RWF by 5 PM on 6 November 2026. Read the full article below, and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Railway Jobs updates.
What Are the Key Highlights of RWF Bangalore Re-engagement 2026?
RWF is a unit of the Ministry of Railways. These posts are filled by contract, not by regular recruitment. The Personnel Department issued two notifications under the same number, one for each department. Both are linked in Essential Links below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Rail Wheel Factory (Ministry of Railways), Yelahanka, Bengaluru |
| Notification No. and Date | RWF/RC-1/157 dated 16.10.2026 |
| Posts | Supervisor (JE) and Supervisor (SSE), Electrical and Mechanical |
| Total Vacancies | 14 |
| Type of Engagement | Contract, for retired non-gazetted railway staff only |
| Job Location | Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Mode of Application | Offline (ordinary post, e-mail or drop box) |
| Last Date | 06 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
How Many Supervisor JE / SSE Vacancies Are There in RWF Bangalore 2026?
| Post | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Supervisor (JE), Level-6 | Electrical (Control Group) | 3 |
| Supervisor (JE), Level-6 | Mechanical (Maintenance Unit) | 3 |
| Supervisor (SSE), Level-7 | Mechanical (Maintenance Unit) | 8 |
| Total | 14 |
The notifications give no category-wise reservation split of these posts.
What is the Eligibility for RWF Bangalore Supervisor JE / SSE Re-engagement 2026?
Only retired Railway non-gazetted staff are eligible. The notification does not list any separate degree or diploma, but the form asks for your educational qualification. What matters most is the pay level you held at retirement. Work out first whether it is the same as the post, or up to three levels higher, before you spend time on the form.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cadre held | Same cadre/category, up to three levels higher than the post |
| Preference | Those retired from the same pay and level, if found suitable |
| Also eligible | Staff given MACPS upgradation to Level-8/Level-9, or Level-8 upgradation under RBE No. 155/2022 |
| Pay level on re-engagement | Same pay level the person held at retirement |
| Work experience | Relevant experience will be considered |
Who Is Not Eligible for RWF Bangalore Re-engagement 2026?
- Staff covered under the Safety Related Retirement Scheme / Liberalized Active Retirement Scheme for Guaranteed Employment for Safety Staff (LARSGESS).
- Staff Removed, Dismissed or Compulsorily Retired after disciplinary action or under age review.
- Anyone who is not free from DAR/VIG cases before re-engagement.
- Anyone with doubtful integrity, or not medically fit in the appropriate medical category.
What is the Age Limit for RWF Bangalore Re-engagement 2026?
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Up to 65 years |
Clause 1.1 states no as-on date for the age limit and grants no age relaxation. Extension of an engagement is possible only till you reach 65 years.
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What is the Salary for RWF Bangalore Supervisor JE / SSE Re-engagement 2026?
The notification states no rupee amount. Pay is worked out by a fixed formula, so your figure depends on your own pay at retirement and your basic pension. The amount is fixed once and stays unchanged for the whole contract.
| Component | Rule |
|---|---|
| Monthly remuneration | Pay drawn at retirement minus basic pension, fixed for the contract |
| Pay level | Level-6 (JE) and Level-7 (SSE) |
| Increment, DA and HRA | Not allowed during the contract |
| Transport Allowance | Fixed amount, not above the rate at your retirement |
| TA/DA on official tour | As per entitlement at retirement |
| Leave | 1.5 days for each completed month; no accumulation beyond a calendar year; no payment for unused leave |
Re-engaged staff cannot use financial or D&AR powers and cannot issue any safety certificate. They may still give suggestions to regular staff or officers. Working hours are as RWF prescribes from time to time, and an agreement must be signed.
What is the Selection Process for RWF Bangalore Re-engagement 2026?
The contract runs up to 15.10.2028 or till further orders, whichever is earlier. With satisfactory work it can be extended by one year, or while the scheme continues, or till age 65, whichever is earlier. RWF can end the contract at any time for unsatisfactory work or conduct, or for administrative reasons.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application scrutiny | Incomplete forms, forms not in the prescribed format and forms without the enclosures are summarily rejected, and no correspondence is entertained |
| Suitability check | A committee of officers judges suitability and competency, with safety and operational needs in mind |
| Interview | The date is likely to be advised at short notice, on the e-mail ID and mobile number you give |
| Medical | Prescribed medical examination as per existing practice |
| Discharge | At any time, without notice, for unsatisfactory performance, receipt of a fresh panel from RRB or administrative exigencies (form declaration) |
| Invalid selection | Services liable to be terminated forthwith; RWF may also take legal action (form declaration) |
Keep the interview in mind: give a valid e-mail ID, mobile number and present address on the form, because RWF will not be responsible for any delay due to miscommunication. Bring all original certificates when called. False or incorrect information can lead to rejection, and a selection later found not valid for any reason can mean immediate termination. RWF decides on eligibility, acceptance, rejection and mode of selection, and can change the stages or cancel the process without giving a reason.
How to Apply for RWF Bangalore Re-engagement 2026 Offline?
There is no online application link. Keep your service certificate, pensioner identity card and PPO ready before you start.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the notification for your department (links below). The application format is the Annexure, also on the RWF website. |
| 2 | Fill the form in the prescribed format on A-4 size paper and paste one passport-size photograph. |
| 3 | Attach self-attested copies of the Service Certificate, Pensioner Identity Card and Pension Payment Order. The form’s checklist also asks for the Matriculation Certificate. |
| 4 | Write “Application for Re-engagement of Retired Railway Employees” in block letters on the envelope, with the post applied for. |
| 5 | Address it to The Senior Personnel Officer, Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka, Bangalore-560 064. |
| 6 | Send by ordinary post only, or e-mail it to rwf.ntc@gmail.com, or put it in the drop box at the Personnel Department, 2nd Floor, Administrative Building. |
The envelope must name the post you are applying for, so pick the department and post that match the pay level you held at retirement. Self-attest every copy. Incomplete forms are summarily rejected, so check the Annexure’s document checklist before sending.
Is There an Application Fee for RWF Bangalore Re-engagement 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not mentioned in the notification |
What are the Important Dates for RWF Bangalore Re-engagement 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Reach RWF | 06 November 2026 (Friday), 5:00 PM |
| Interview | To be advised at short notice |
Post and e-mail take time, so send your application early. A form that arrives late is of no use, however good your service record is. If you are a diploma holder or engineer looking for more options, see Diploma Govt Jobs and Karnataka Govt Jobs.
Essential Links for RWF Bangalore Re-engagement 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF: Electrical Dept (3 Supervisor JE Posts, Level-6)
- Download Official Notification PDF: Mechanical Dept (JE Level-6 and SSE Level-7)
- Visit RWF Bangalore Re-engagement Official Website
- Official Notification Page for RWF Bangalore Re-engagement Recruitment 2026 – 14 Supervisor (JE/SSE) Posts for Retired Staff: Electrical & Mechanical Departments
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you are a retired railway colleague who still wants to serve, don’t let this chance slip away. Check that you are not in any excluded group, fill the form carefully, self-attest every copy and make sure it reaches RWF by 5 PM on 6 November 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.