Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in Interview for 40 Safety Officer, Technician and Other Posts

Published: 20 Jul 2026 · Updated: 19 Jul 2026

40 Total Vacancies

Short Information: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) has invited candidates for 40 fixed-term contract posts, including Safety Officer, Technical Assistant, CNC Machine Operator, and Technician roles, at its Rolling Stock Component Factory in Lote, Maharashtra. Selection is entirely through walk-in interviews held between 20 and 27 July 2026 at Ratnagiri, and there is no online application to submit. The engagement is an initial one-year contract, extendable on performance, and carries no application fee.

Important Dates

Interview Date20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 27 July 2026 (post-wise, see schedule)
Notification Date10 Jul 2026

Application Fee

GeneralNo application fee
Payment ModeNot applicable - no online application; selected candidates must execute an indemnity bond of Rs. 50,000 on a stamp paper of Rs. 100 or more

Age Limit & Eligibility

Maximum Age40 Years years
Age As On07 Jan 2026
Age Relaxation3 years relaxation for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates, applicable only if applying against a post reserved for their category. Relaxation for Ex-servicemen is discretionary.
Educational QualificationVaries by post - ranges from 10th Pass with ITI trade certificate (EOT/Fork Lift/Tug Operator, Technician grades, CNC Machine Operator) to Diploma/Degree in relevant Engineering or Science streams (Junior/Senior Technical Assistant, Safety Officer, NDT Technician), each with post-specific work experience. See post-wise eligibility table for full detail.

Vacancy Details

Post NameTotalGenOBCEWSSCST
Junior Technical Assistant / Manufacturing & Maintenance2
Safety Officer1
Junior Technical Assistant / Civil1
Senior Technical Assistant / Maintenance2
Senior Technical Assistant / Civil1
EOT / Fork Lift / Tug Operator5
Technician (Fitter)8
CNC Machine Operator10
Non-destructive Testing Technician2
Fitter - Mechatronics Maintenance6
Technician (Welder)2

How to Apply

  1. Download the application form in the prescribed format (Annexure-A) from the KRCL website www.konkanrailway.com, under Recruitment > Current Notifications.
  2. Fill in all required columns of the application, covering personal details, educational qualification, and professional experience.
  3. Attach a recent passport-size photograph and self-attested copies of all supporting documents listed in the notification.
  4. Report in person to the walk-in interview venue - Kajali Club, Near RRM Office, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra - on the date scheduled for your post, carrying original certificates, one filled application copy, and one set of self-attested document copies.
  5. Complete registration at the venue between 09:00 hrs and 12:00 hrs on the day of the interview.

Selection Process

  • Candidates register with the nominated KRCL official at the venue between 09:00 hrs and 12:00 hrs on their post's scheduled interview date.
  • If the number of candidates is high, KRCL may introduce an elimination round such as a Group Discussion or a written test before the interview.
  • Candidates who clear the elimination round (if held) are interviewed by a nominated committee, which prepares a merit list based on interview performance, qualification, and post-qualification experience.
  • Only candidates found provisionally eligible after screening of the in-person application are called for interview.
  • The decision of KRCL's Nominated Committee on selection is final and binding.

Interview Schedule (Post-wise)

Interview DatePosts Scheduled
20-07-2026Junior Technical Assistant / Manufacturing & Maintenance
21-07-2026Senior Technical Assistant / Maintenance, Senior Technical Assistant / Civil, Junior Technical Assistant / Civil
22-07-2026EOT / Fork Lift / Tug Operator, Technician (Fitter)
23-07-2026CNC Machine Operator, Non-destructive Testing Technician
24-07-2026Fitter - Mechatronics Maintenance, Technician (Welder)
27-07-2026Safety Officer

Registration on each date runs only between 09:00 hrs and 12:00 hrs. Venue: Kajali Club, Near RRM Office, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra.

Post-wise Educational Qualification & Experience

PostEducational QualificationExperience Required
Junior Technical Assistant / Manufacturing & MaintenanceFull-time Degree/Diploma in Mechanical/Production/Production & Industrial Engineering/Automobile/Mechatronics/Material Science/Metallurgical Engineering from an AICTE-recognized university/instituteMinimum 1 year post-qualification experience in a production shop of a manufacturing industry
Safety OfficerDiploma in Industrial Safety recognized by GoI/State Govt., AND a Degree/Diploma in Engineering or Science (Physics/Chemistry major) from a recognized university/instituteMinimum 1 year post-qualification experience is desirable
Junior Technical Assistant / CivilFull-time Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering/Construction Engineering from an AICTE-recognized university/instituteMinimum 1 year experience in civil/utility maintenance
Senior Technical Assistant / MaintenanceFull-time Degree in Mechanical/Production/Production & Industrial Engineering/Automobile/Mechatronics/Material Science/Metallurgical Engineering from an AICTE-recognized university/instituteMinimum 2 years post-qualification experience in a production shop of a manufacturing industry
Senior Technical Assistant / CivilFull-time Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Engineering from an AICTE-recognized university/instituteMinimum 3 years experience in civil/utility maintenance
EOT / Fork Lift / Tug Operator10th Pass (compulsory) OR ITI certificate/Technical Training Institute or any Government-approved authorityMinimum 2 years post-qualification experience in EOT crane operation for ITI qualification, or minimum 4 years for 10th Pass qualification
Technician (Fitter)ITI Certificate in Fitter/machine tool maintenance/turner/welder/hydraulic maintenance/pneumatic maintenance or equivalent tradeAt least 1 year post-qualification experience in a mechanical industry
CNC Machine OperatorITI - Machinist; any ITI certificate holder with more than 3 years of experience operating CNC machines for heavy engineering component manufacturing will also be consideredITI-Machinist: at least 2 years in a mechanical workshop; Non-Machinist ITI: more than 3 years operating CNC machines
Non-destructive Testing TechnicianDegree/Diploma in Mechanical/Production/Material Science/Metallurgy OR ITI certificate in any trade, plus a certificate in Non-destructive Testing from RDSO or any Government-approved agencyMore than 2 years of experience in Magnetic Particle Testing, Ultrasonic Testing, or Eddy Current Analysis testing
Fitter - Mechatronics MaintenanceITI - Electronics/Mechatronics; ITI certificate holders from a non-electronics/non-mechatronics stream with more than 2 years of hands-on experience will also be consideredMore than 2 years of experience in Mechatronics (or as specified above for other ITI streams)
Technician (Welder)ITI - Welder, or a welder qualification test certificate as per ISO-9606-1Minimum 1 year experience in Mechanical Industry

All posts are placed at the Rolling Stock Component Factory, Lote, as the place of posting and headquarters.

Monthly Remuneration

Post GroupBasicDAConsolidated (A Class)Consolidated (B Class)Consolidated (C Class)
Senior Technical Assistant / Maintenance & Civil22,40512,99557,14053,60050,060
Junior Technical Assistant / Manufacturing & Maintenance, Safety Officer, Junior Technical Assistant / Civil18,48110,71947,22044,30041,380
EOT/Fork Lift/Tug Operator, Technician (Fitter), CNC Machine Operator, Non-destructive Testing Technician, Fitter-Mechatronics Maintenance, Technician (Welder)15,8239,17740,50038,00035,500

The consolidated figure includes Basic Pay, DA, HRA, Conveyance, and Mobile Allowance, and varies by A/B/C class city classification of the posting location. Remuneration increases by 4% of the consolidated amount after every completed year, subject to KRCL's discretion. No overtime allowance is paid.

Additional Service Benefits

  • Applicable benefits under the New Labour Code-2026 (Insurance, Gratuity, Bonus)
  • TA for official travel beyond the project area
  • Complimentary Railway Pass for duty travel
  • Rest house/hotel reimbursement while on official duty
  • 15 days of fully earned leave per 6 months (accumulable but not encashable)
  • 8 days of Casual Leave per year

Documents Required at Walk-in Interview

  • Self-attested copies of certificates in proof of qualification (as specified for the relevant post)
  • Self-attested copy of Proof of Date of Birth (SSLC/SSC Certificate/Birth Certificate)
  • Copy of Caste certificate in support of claims, in the format required for Central Government employment (for OBC-NCL candidates)
  • Copy of service certificate in support of claims for Ex-servicemen, if applicable
  • Two recent passport-size photographs
  • Self-attested copy of Experience Certificate issued by the previous employer
  • Character certificate from a Gazetted Officer/Executive Officer, certifying good moral character

Applications not conforming to the prescribed format (Annexure-A), or with illegible/ambiguous or missing certificates, will be summarily rejected.

Terms of Contract and Important Instructions

  • The contract period is initially 1 year, extendable further based on satisfactory performance, mutual consent, and KRCL's requirement; remuneration may be revised from the 2nd year onward at the Corporation's discretion.
  • Selected candidates can be posted and transferred anytime, anywhere within KRCL establishments during the contract period.
  • These posts are not regular establishment posts; KRCL maintains a standby panel of candidates beyond requirement, as per merit.
  • The contract can be terminated by either side with one month's notice or payment in lieu thereof.
  • Selected candidates must execute an agreement and indemnity bond of Rs. 50,000 in favour of KRCL on a stamp paper of Rs. 100 or more.
  • Selected candidates will not be absorbed into KRCL's regular service and must give a written undertaking to that effect.
  • Selected candidates must pass a prescribed medical examination before the contract is entered into.
  • Selected candidates must be able to join at the project site within a maximum of 30 days after the offer of appointment is issued.
  • No accommodation, food, or mess allowance will be provided by KRCL.
  • Candidates should be prepared to stay a minimum of 2 days, if required, at their own cost, as no train/bus fare or TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
  • Any canvassing will result in disqualification of the candidate at any stage of selection.
  • The number of vacancies is liable to change as per the requirement of the project.

Important Links

Download Notification PDFClick Here
Official WebsiteClick Here

Important Questions

Q. What is the age limit for Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in Interview for 40 Safety Officer, Technician and Other Posts?

Ans. maximum age 40 Years years (as on 07 Jan 2026). See the official notification for age relaxation.

Q. What is the educational qualification for Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in Interview for 40 Safety Officer, Technician and Other Posts?

Ans. Varies by post - ranges from 10th Pass with ITI trade certificate (EOT/Fork Lift/Tug Operator, Technician grades, CNC Machine Operator) to Diploma/Degree in relevant Engineering or Science streams (Junior/Senior Technical Assistant, Safety Officer, NDT Technician), each with post-specific work experience. See post-wise eligibility table for full detail.

Q. How to apply for Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in Interview for 40 Safety Officer, Technician and Other Posts?

Ans. Use the official link in the Important Links section on this page, or apply through the official website of Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL), a Government of India Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways before the last date.

Q. What is the official website of Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL), a Government of India Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways?

Ans. The official website link is provided in the Important Links section above.

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