Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Walk in for 132 Helper, Technician and Other Posts
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL), A Government of India Undertaking under Ministry of Railways
Short Information
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) Recruitment 2026: Get the latest KRCL recruitment notification 2026 for 132 vacancies across 9 posts in the Mechanical/Project Department on a fixed term contract basis under Notification No. CO/P-R/7C/2026. The Walk-in Interview process starts on 8th June 2026 and the last walk-in interview date is 12th June 2026 at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Find KRCL vacancies on the official website www.konkanrailway.com. You can also get Free Job Alert of “Upcoming KRCL Mechanical Department Recruitment 2026” notifications for freshers and experienced candidat
Important Dates
| Post Name | Date of Walk-in Interview |
| Junior Technical Assistant / Mechanical | 08-06-2026 (Monday) |
| Quality Inspector | 09-06-2026 (Tuesday) |
| Technician (Welder) | 09-06-2026 (Tuesday) |
| Technician (Eot Operator) | 09-06-2026 (Tuesday) |
| Technician (Fitter) | 10-06-2026 (Wednesday) |
| Vehicle Driver | 11-06-2026 (Thursday) |
| Lister/Forklift Operator | 11-06-2026 (Thursday) |
| Hydra Operator | 11-06-2026 (Thursday) |
| Office Boy/Helper/Khalasi | 12-06-2026 (Friday) |
Age Limit
| Age Details | Fixed Term Contract – Initial period of 1 year, extendable up to 5 years based on satisfactory performance and requirement of KRCL |
|---|---|
| Details | The upper age limit is 50 years for all posts as on 01-05-2026. Age relaxation is provided to reserved category candidates as per Government guidelines. Age relaxation for Ex-servicemen is discretionary. |
Qualification / Eligibility
| Details | Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the cut-off date 01-05-2026. Candidates must ensure they fulfill the criteria before attending the walk-in interview for a particular post. Incomplete or vague educational qualification will be invalid. Post-wise eligibility details are as follows: | Educational Qualification & Experience (Post-wise) |
|---|
Vacancy Details
- {'Sl. No.': '1', 'Name of Post': 'Junior Technical Assistant / Mechanical', 'Total': '11'}
- {'Sl. No.': '2', 'Name of Post': 'Quality Inspector', 'Total': '15'}
- {'Sl. No.': '3', 'Name of Post': 'Technician (Welder)', 'Total': '16'}
- {'Sl. No.': '4', 'Name of Post': 'Technician (Fitter)', 'Total': '22'}
- {'Sl. No.': '5', 'Name of Post': 'Technician (EOT Operator)', 'Total': '16'}
- {'Sl. No.': '6', 'Name of Post': 'Vehicle Driver', 'Total': '4'}
- {'Sl. No.': '7', 'Name of Post': 'Lister/Forklift Operator', 'Total': '14'}
- {'Sl. No.': '8', 'Name of Post': 'Hydra Operator', 'Total': '2'}
- {'Sl. No.': '9', 'Name of Post': 'Office Boy / Helper / Khalasi', 'Total': '32'}
- {'Sl. No.': 'Total', 'Name of Post': '132'}
Category Wise Vacancy
| Name Of Post | 132 |
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Salary / Pay Scale
| Post Name | Basic (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Junior Technical Assistant / Mechanical | 18,481 |
| Quality Inspector | 12,025 |
| Technician (Welder) | 12,025 |
| Technician (Fitter) | 12,025 |
| Technician (Eot Operator) | 12,025 |
| Vehicle Driver | 12,025 |
| Lister/Forklift Operator | 12,025 |
| Hydra Operator | 12,025 |
| Office Boy / Helper / Khalasi | 11,392 |
| Details | The consolidated monthly remuneration is inclusive of Basic, DA, HRA, Conveyance, and Mobile Allowance. Remuneration is classified as per A Class, B Class, and C Class cities. Annual remuneration will increase by 4% of the consolidated remuneration after completion of every year, subject to requirement of KRCL and at the discretion of KRCL. No accommodation and no Food/Mess Allowance will be provided by KRCL. | Other Allowances/Facilities: Insurance, Payment of Gratuity, and Bonus as per provisions of New Labour Code-2026 (as applicable). TA as per extant KRCL policy for official travel beyond the project area. Complementary Railway Pass for travel on duty as per extant KRCL policy. Rest House of KRCL if available while on duty; otherwise hotel charge reimbursement as per KRCL rates on production of vouchers. 15 days fully earned leave on completion of every 6 months (2.5 leaves per month); 8 days Casual Leave during the year. Weekly off and public holidays as applicable at place of posting. |
Selection Process
- Stage Details
- Preliminary Screening Verification of applications and documents submitted in person. Only provisionally eligible candidates allowed to proceed.
- Elimination Round (if required) Group Discussion (GD) or Written Test may be introduced depending on number of candidates.
- Interview By nominated Committee of KRCL. Merit list drawn based on performance in interview, qualification, and post-qualification experience.
- The selection process for KRCL Mechanical Department Recruitment 2026 is through Walk-in Interview. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria may report directly for the walk-in interview at the specified venue with all original certificates and one copy of application in prescribed format (Annexure-A) along with one set of self-attested copies of all required certificates. Registration will be done between 09:00 hrs and 12:00 hrs only on the date of walk-in interview.
- After preliminary screening of applications submitted in person
- only provisionally eligible candidates will be interviewed. Group Discussion (GD) or any other elimination round like written test may be introduced depending on the number of candidates; only those who clear the elimination round will be called for further selection. The nominated Committee’s decision shall be final and binding. No train/bus fare/TA/DA shall be payable by KRCL for attending the walk-in interview. Candidates should come prepared to stay for a minimum of 2 days if required
- at their own cost.
How To Apply
- Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria may report directly for the walk-in interview at the venue on the specified date and time for their respective post. Candidates must fill and bring one copy of the application in the prescribed format (Annexure-A attached with the notification), available on the KRCL website at www.konkanrailway.com under Recruitment > Current Notifications. No online or offline application submission by post/courier is required – candidates must appear in person.
- Registration time is strictly 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs only on the date of walk-in interview. Applications not conforming to the prescribed format or having illegible/ambiguous certificates or without certificates or incomplete will be summarily rejected. Any kind of canvassing will result in disqualification of the candidate at any stage of selection without assigning any reason.
- Documents (Self-attested copies) to be attached with the filled application form:
- Copies of certificate in proof of qualification (as per the qualification specified in the Notification Annexure)
- Copy of proof of Date of Birth (SSLC/SSC Certificate/Birth Certificate)
- Copy of Caste certificate in support of claims, if any (OBC-NCL certificate in prescribed Central Government format; certificate not indicating validity will not be accepted)
- Copy of service certificate in support of claims for Ex-servicemen, if any
- Experience Certificate issued by previous employer
- Two passport size recent photographs
- Character certificate from Gazetted Officer/Executive Officer certifying good moral character
- All original certificates must also be brought for verification at the time of the walk-in interview. Selected candidates will be required to pass a prescribed medical examination before the contract is entered into. Selected candidates must be able to join within a maximum of 30 days after issuance of offer of appointment. Selected candidates will be required to execute an agreement and indemnity bond of Rs. 50,000/- in favour of KRCL on stamp paper of Rs. 100/- or more.
- Walk-in Interview Venue: Administrative Building, Wagon Repair Workshop, Autonagar, Vadlapudi, Gajuwaka, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must ensure they fulfill the eligibility criteria before attending the walk-in interview for a particular post. Registration time is strictly 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs only on the date of the walk-in interview; late arrivals will not be registered. Candidate can appear for interview at this one venue only; no TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview. This engagement is on a fixed term contract basis and shall not result in regular/permanent absorption in KRCL service. Candidates must give an undertaking in writing to KRCL to this effect. Selected candidate can be posted and transferred at any time, anywhere to the KRCL establishment during the contract period. Contract may be terminated by giving one month’s notice from either side or payment in lieu thereof. Contract can be terminated without notice if performance is not satisfactory. No accommodation will be provided and no Food/Mess Allowance will be paid by KRCL. Even after contractual agreement, if any document/certificate/information is found incorrect or false, contractual service will be immediately terminated without prior notice, besides legal action. Candidates who are already working in KRCL on contract basis and selected against this notification do not require to follow the condition of notice period for joining the new post; however, a relieving letter from the concerned Konkan Railway authority will be required at the time of joining. The Corporation reserves the right to cancel/restrict/curtail/enlarge the contract engagement process without any prior notice and without assigning any reason. Any kind of canvassing will result in disqualification of the candidate at any stage of selection without assigning any reason. Statutory Income Tax, Professional Tax, and other applicable taxes will be deducted at source. The information on KRCL’s website www.konkanrailway.com at its link Recruitment > Current Notifications should be checked for updates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is KRCL Mechanical Department Recruitment 2026?
KRCL Mechanical Department Recruitment 2026 is a fixed term contract recruitment by Konkan Railway Corporation Limited to engage 132 candidates across 9 posts in the Mechanical/Project Department for VDPD Workshop, Visakhapatnam, under Notification No. CO/P‑R/7C/2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are released under KRCL Recruitment 2026 and for which posts?
A total of 132 vacancies are announced for Junior Technical Assistant/Mechanical, Quality Inspector, Technician (Welder), Technician (Fitter), Technician (EOT Operator), Vehicle Driver, Lister/Forklift Operator, Hydra Operator, and Office Boy/Helper/Khalasi posts in the Mechanical/Project Department.
Q3. What are the walk‑in interview dates and venue for KRCL Mechanical Recruitment 2026?
Walk‑in interviews will be held from 08 June 2026 to 12 June 2026 (post‑wise scheduled dates) between 09:00 hrs and 12:00 hrs at the Administrative Building, Wagon Repair Workshop, Autonagar, Vadlapudi, Gajuwaka, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
Q4. What is the nature and duration of engagement in KRCL Mechanical Recruitment 2026?
The engagement is purely on fixed term contract for an initial period of 1 year, which can be extended up to a maximum of 5 years based on satisfactory performance, conduct, and the requirement of KRCL, without any claim for regular absorption.
Q5. What is the eligibility and educational qualification for Junior Technical Assistant/Mechanical in KRCL?
For Junior Technical Assistant/Mechanical, candidates must have a full‑time Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related branches (Production & Industrial, Automobile, Manufacturing, Mechatronic, Material Sciences, Metallurgical) from an AICTE‑recognized institute, along with at least 1 year post‑qualification experience, preferably in repair workshops or manufacturing units.
Q6. What is the age limit for KRCL Mechanical Department Recruitment 2026?
For all posts, the upper age limit is 50 years as on 01 May 2026, with relaxations for OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer) and SC/ST candidates as per government rules, while Ex‑servicemen age relaxation is as per government guidelines.
Q7. What is the salary structure for KRCL Mechanical contract posts?
KRCL offers consolidated monthly remuneration varying by post and city class; for example, Junior Technical Assistant/Mechanical gets around Rs. 47,220 in A‑Class cities (including Basic, DA, HRA, conveyance and mobile allowance), with slightly lower consolidated pay for B and C class city postings, and annual 4% increment on completion of each year, subject to KRCL’s discretion.
Q8. Is accommodation or food provided to KRCL Mechanical Department contract staff?
No, KRCL does not provide accommodation or food/mess allowance to contract employees; however, certain benefits like insurance, gratuity and bonus as per applicable labour codes, TA for duty travel, railway pass for official journeys, and leave benefits are provided as per KRCL rules.
About Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL), A Government of India Undertaking under Ministry of Railways Recruitment
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL), A Government of India Undertaking under Ministry of Railways ne Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Walk in for 132 Helper, Technician and Other Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 132 Posts (across 9 designations) posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date See Notification hai.
Application Walk-in mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.