East Central Railway Sr. Section Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 11 Posts
East Central Railway has released advertisement number Per./Inspection/S&T/Notification/11/2026 notifying 11 vacancies for the post of Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T on a deputation basis. Candidates meeting the prescribed qualification of Sr. Section Engineer (Cadre Post) Pay Level-7 working in concerned department (S&T) of Zonal Railway/Production Unit can apply. The completed application must reach through proper channel on or before 5 November 2026 by e-mail or post. The notified pay for the post is Pay Level-7, and the selection process involves screening of eligible candidates by a screening committee followed by evaluation based on APAR and educational and professional qualifications.
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | East Central Railway / Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) |
| Advertisement No. | Per./Inspection/S&T/Notification/11/2026 |
| Post Name(s) | Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T (Ex-cadre & Tenure Based) |
| Total Vacancies | 11 |
| Pay | Pay Level-7 |
| Application Mode | Email / Post |
| Job Location | Lucknow, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, etc. (as per RDSO Administration discretion) |
| Official Website | Official Website |
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 21.09.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 05.11.2026 |
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
There are a total of 11 vacancies available for the post of Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T.
| Designation, Nature of Post & Pay Level | Vacancies (Appx) |
|---|---|
| Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T, (Ex-cadre & tenure based post), Pay Level-7 | 11 |
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
East Central Railway Recruitment Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T | (i) Sr. Section Engineer (Cadre Post) Pay Level-7 working in concerned department (S&T) of Zonal Railway/Production Unit.(ii) Sr. Section Engineers of the concerned dept. working in a Level higher than Level-7 may also apply. However, in case of their selection, he/she may be transferred to RDSO along with his substantive post of appropriate level (8 & above); and in lieu of this, a Level-7 post will be temporarily transferred from RDSO to his parent unit of the selected official for the duration of his/her tenure at RDSO.(iii) Minimum 05 Years of Service Experience as Sr. Section Engineer (Cadre Post) Pay Level-7 will be necessary.(iv) NO Case under D&AR, SPE/Vigilance should be pending/contemplated.(v) Total APAR Grading of last three years (22-23, 23-24 and 24-25) should not be less than 11 marks and Grading of APAR of last year should not be less than 'GOOD'.(vi) Candidate must have minimum 05 years' residual service.(vii) Medical Category: A-3 is required.(viii) Cooling-off period of three years will be maintained between two tenures in RDSO.(ix) Candidates against whom any penalty was imposed as outcome of vigilance case during the previous RDSO tenure will be debarred in the present selection.(x) Cut-off date: Cut-off date of eligibility, experience & criteria etc. will be reckoned as on the date of issue of this notification (21.09.2026).(xi) Application must reach through proper channel to this Office on or before 05.11.2026 by e-mail/Post etc.(xii) Experience in ex-cadre posts and pay level granted due to MACP will not be considered. |
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T | Pay Level-7 |
The notification does not mention any additional allowances or benefits.
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be based on the screening of eligible candidates by a Screening Committee, which will be conducted based on prescribed marks for two items: APAR of last 03 years and Educational/Professional Qualifications.
Marks of APAR - Maximum Marks: 15
- Outstanding - 05 Marks
- Very good - 04 Marks
- Good - 03 Marks
- Average - 02 Marks
- Below average - 01 Marks
Marks of Educational Qualification - Maximum Marks: 05
- Degree (B. Tech or Equivalent) - 05 Marks
- Diploma/B. Sc. or Equivalent - 03 Marks
How to Apply for East Central Railway Recruitment 2026
- Download the application proforma attached with the notification.
- Fill in all required details in block letters including mobile number, email, and HRMS ID.
- Ensure the application is verified and signed by the concerned Personnel Officer and competent authority.
- Attach attested photocopies of Service Book and APARs for the last three years (2022-23, 2023-24 and 2024-25).
- Ensure the controlling officer certifies that no D&AR and SPE/Vig. case is pending or contemplated against the applicant.
- Ensure the application reaches the official office on or before 5 November 2026.
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Advance copies of applications will not be accepted.
- Selected candidate will be posted in the concerned department for 04 years on tenure basis which can be extended/curtailed as per administrative requirements.
- Vacancy position may be changed at the discretion of the office.
- The selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India as per administrative requirements.
- The post is ex-cadre and the incumbent will be eligible for further promotion in their parent cadre only.
- In future, inspection work may be carried out by other agencies.
- Candidates applying against the post of SSE/Inspection posts are intimated that their selection/posting will be subject to the availability of Inspection posts.
- Experience in ex-cadre posts and pay level granted due to MACP will not be considered.
East Central Railway Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Download Application Proforma |
| Official Notification PDF | View Notification and Guidelines |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
East Central Railway has released a notification for filling up Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T posts on an ex-cadre and tenure basis under RDSO.
How many vacancies are available in East Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
A total of 11 vacancies are available for the Sr. Section Engineer/Inspection/S&T post.
What is the last date to apply for East Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit applications through proper channel by e-mail or post is 5 November 2026.
What is the educational qualification required for East Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be Sr. Section Engineers (Cadre Post) working in Pay Level-7 in the concerned S&T department of a Zonal Railway/Production Unit with a minimum of 5 years of service experience.
What is the age limit for East Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
The official notification does not specify an age limit.