NHSRCL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for Deputy Engineer Posts – Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary & Selection Process

NHSRCL Recruitment 2026

The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has issued a recruitment notification for interested regular and contractual employees working in the Operations & Maintenance departments of Indian Railways, Government owned or operated Railways, Metro Railways and Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) organisations.

The recruitment is on Absorption Basis in IDA Pay Scale of ₹.46,000- ₹.1, 45,000 (NE-6) for the level of Deputy Engineer in India’s first High Speed Rail Corridor between Mumbai and Ahmedabad

NHSRCL Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Candidates are required to apply in the dates mentioned in the official notification. Applications received after the stipulated time or without supporting documents are liable to be rejected.

After the completion of application process, the dates of written examination, interview (if applicable), document verification, medical examination and final result will be announced separately by NHSRCL on its official website.

NHSRCL Vacancy 2026

NHSRCL has invited applications for 34 posts of Deputy Engineer and Deputy Chief Controller vide Advertisement Nos. 21/2026 to 25/2026. The recruitment is on Absorption Basis for eligible employees working in Indian Railways, Metro Railways, Railways owned/operated by the Government and RRTS Organisations. The recruitment includes Deputy Engineer level positions in different engineering disciplines.

Note: Selected candidates may be posted at any location/office of NHSRCL project depending upon the organisational requirements.

Educational Qualification

For the post of Deputy Engineer (Civil/Electrical/S&T) and Deputy Chief Controller, the educational qualification required is a 3 years engineering diploma or B.E./B.Tech degree in the concerned discipline from a government-recognized university/institute. The discipline should be as per the post applied for like Civil Engineering for Civil/Track posts, Electrical Engineering for Electrical posts, Electronics/ECE/CS/IT/Electrical for Signalling & Telecom posts, Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation for Rolling Stock (Electrical) posts, Mechanical Engineering for Rolling Stock (Mechanical) posts. As per the notification, candidates from any engineering discipline are eligible for operations related posts like Train Manager/Station Manager/Deputy Chief Controller (Operations).

Download NHSRCL Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF 

Experience Required

The applicants should be employed as regular or contractual employees in:

• Indian Railways

• Government-owned Railways

• Government-operated Railways

• Metro Railways

• Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS)

Relevant Operations & Maintenance experience is essential.

The following experience will not be counted:

• Teaching

• Faculty assignments

• Apprenticeship

• Internship

• Project/Freelance work

Age Limit

The maximum age limit for all posts under NHSRCL Recruitment 2026 (Deputy Engineer/Deputy Chief Controller and other absorption-based posts) is 45 years as on 31 May 2026. Age will be reckoned strictly as on the cut off date and relaxation in upper age limit will be applicable as per Government of India rules for reserved categories wherever applicable.

Salary

Selected candidates will be placed in the IDA Pay Scale of ₹46,000–₹1,45,000 (NE-6).

Besides basic salary, the employees of NHSRCL are entitled to Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical benefits, various perks, Provident Fund (EPF), gratuity and other admissible allowances as per the rules of NHSRCL and the prevailing government rules.

Job Responsibilities

The selected candidates will be responsible for:
• Upkeep of the high speed rail infrastructure.
• Operation safety of railway systems.
• Tracking engineering assets.
• Supervise maintenance activities.
• Experience working with operational teams.
• Meeting safety standards.

• Assist with inspection and preventive maintenance.

• Ensuring continued train services.

Deputy Chief Facility Controllers shall also be responsible for operational control activities and coordination of maintenance teams during train operations.

Selection Process

Selection may involve one or more of the following stages: depending on the number of applications received.

• Shortlisting

• Written Examination

• Personal Interview

• Document Verification

• Medical Examination

Filing an application does not guarantee you will be selected or interviewed.

NHSRCL may modify or relax eligibility criteria or change the selection process depending on administrative regulations.

Medical Standards

Candidates must meet the required A-3 Medical Standard.

Applicants may also be required to take additional examinations such as:

• Audiometry

• Perimetry

Such tests are needed to establish fitness for High Speed Rail operations.

Application Fee

NHSRCL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee for Deputy Engineer Posts:

UR / EWS / OBC Candidates: Rs. 400/- (Non-refundable excluding bank/ transaction charges)

SC / ST / Women candidates : Exempted (No Fee)

The fee is to be paid online while submitting the application form and it is strictly non refundable under any circumstances.

Documents Required

The applicangt must ready with the following documents:

• Educational qualification certificates

• Experience certificates

• Proof of present employment

• Identity proof

• Recent passport-size photograph

• Signature

• Other supporting documents as required

Incomplete application or application without supporting documents will be rejected.

How to Apply

1. Read the official notification carefully.

2. Check eligibility criteria.

3. Fill out the required application form.

4. Upload all necessary documentation.

5. Please submit the application before the last date.

6. Retain a copy of the application you submitted for your records.

Candidates are requested to apply as per “Guidelines to Apply” given in the official notification.

Probation Period

Candidates appointed on absorption basis will be on probation for 1 year.

Place of Posting

The selected candidates can be posted at any location/office of NHSRCL as per the requirement of the organization.

Surety Bond on Joining

The selected candidates for appointment shall have to execute a Surety Bond of ₹3,00,000.

Terms apply:

• Commitment to minimum service of 4 years.

• 90 days’ notice before you leave.

•Service period excludes Leave Without Pay (LWP) and Extra-ordinary Leave (EOL).

Surety Bond on Training

In case training is provided by NHSRCL, the selected candidates will have to furnish additional training bond for:

• Cost of training.

• Taxes applicable.

• Minimum 6 years service after completion of training.

• Three months’ notice before leaving.

NHSRCL Recruitment 2026 FAQs

1. What is the salary of a Deputy Engineer in NHSRCL Recruitment 2026?

Selected candidates will be placed in NE-6 pay scale of ₹46,000 – ₹1,45,000. Besides the basic pay, the employees will also be provided with Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical facilities, Provident Fund (EPF), gratuity and other admissible allowances as per NHSRCL rules and as per the prevailing rules.

2. What is the selection process for NHSRCL Recruitment 2026?

The selection process generally involves short listing of candidates on the basis of their eligibility and experience followed by personal interview and/or interaction, document verification and medical examination. NHSRCL shall determine the selection stages depending on the number of applications received.

3. Who is eligible to apply for NHSRCL Recruitment 2026?

The eligibility criteria for the posts are regular or contractual employees working in Indian Railways, Metro Railways, Government-owned or operated railway organisations and Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) organisations subject to fulfilment of prescribed educational qualifications, experience requirements and other eligibility criteria as laid down in the official notification for the respective posts.

4. Is there any application fee for NHSRCL Recruitment 2026?

Candidates belonging to General (UR), EWS and OBC categories are required to pay an application fee of Rs.400/- (plus applicable bank charges) whereas SC, ST, PwD and Female candidates are exempted from payment of any application fee. The fee is to be paid online only and once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

5. Is there any service bond after joining NHSRCL?

Yes. The selected candidates shall execute a Surety Bond for Rs. 3,00,000/- and shall serve NHSRCL for a minimum period of 4 years after joining. Trained candidates may also have to sign a further training bond as per the conditions given in the official notification.