Konkan Railway 201 JE, Technician and More Post Online Form 2026
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organisation Name | Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical), Track Maintainer, Senior Section Engineer (S&T/Mechanical), ESTM-III, Section Controller, Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Assistant Loco Pilot, Technician-III (Mechanical), Commercial Supervisor |
| Total Vacancies | 201 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | KRCL area of operation (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Date of Employment Notification | 31/07/2026 |
| Online Application Window Opens | Last week of August 2026 (tentative; exact date published 7 days in advance) |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | September 2026 (tentative) |
| Application Fee Deadline | Check Official Notification |
| Interview Date | Check Official Notification |
| Walk-in Date | Check Official Notification |
| Counselling Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission Start Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission End Date | Check Official Notification |
| Result Date | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | Examination Fee | Payment Mode | Fee Deadline |
|---|
| UR / OBC-NCL / General | Rs. 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000 + 18% GST) + payment gateway charges | Online (Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI) | Check Official Notification |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Minorities / EBC / PwBD | Fee refunded (minus bank charges) upon appearing in the CBT | Online (Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI) | Check Official Notification |
Note: Minorities include Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, and Zoroastrians (Parsis). EBC candidates (annual family income below Rs. 50,000) get fee concession only, not job reservation. No refund for erroneous, incomplete, or rejected applications.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale (7th CPC) | Location |
|---|
| 1 | Junior Engineer (Civil) | 25 | 18–36 years | 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering (AICTE-approved) | Level 6 (₹35,400) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 2 | Track Maintainer | 57 | 18–45 years | 10th pass from a recognised board | Level 1 (₹18,000) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 3 | Senior Section Engineer (S&T) | 5 | 18–36 years | 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics/IT/Communication/CS Engineering or M.Sc. Electronics (AICTE-approved) | Level 7 (₹44,900) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 4 | ESTM-III | 15 | 18–36 years | Matriculation/SSLC + ITI in Electrician/Electronics Mechanic/Wireman, or 10+2 with Physics & Maths | Level 2 (₹19,900) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 5 | Section Controller | 9 | 18–36 years | Graduation in any discipline | Level 6 (₹35,400) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 6 | Station Master | 15 | 18–36 years | Graduation in any discipline | Level 6 (₹35,400) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 7 | Goods Train Manager | 10 | 18–36 years | Graduation in any discipline | Level 5 (₹29,200) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 8 | Assistant Loco Pilot | 30 | 18–36 years | Matriculation/SSLC + ITI in specified trades, or CCAA, or 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering | Level 2 (₹19,900) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 9 | Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical) | 6 | 18–36 years | 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Manufacturing/Mechatronics/Industrial Engineering (AICTE-approved) | Level 7 (₹44,900) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 10 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 7 | 18–36 years | 3-year Diploma in Mechanical-stream disciplines (AICTE-approved) | Level 6 (₹35,400) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 11 | Technician-III (Mechanical) | 15 | 18–36 years | Matriculation/SSLC + ITI in Fitter/Mechanic Diesel/Welder/Electrician/Electronics Mechanic, or CCAA | Level 2 (₹19,900) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
| 12 | Commercial Supervisor | 7 | 18–36 years | Graduation in any discipline | Level 6 (₹35,400) | KRCL area (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) |
Category-wise Reservation (Sample – Junior Engineer Civil)
| Category | Posts |
|---|
| UR | 12 |
| EWS | 3 |
| OBC-NCL | 5 |
| SC | 3 |
| ST | 2 |
| Ex.SM | 2 |
Note: Category-wise reservation is provided for each post in the official notification. The vacancy count is provisional and subject to change. Unfilled Ex-Servicemen and EWS vacancies shall not be carried forward.
Eligibility Summary
| Candidate Category | Eligibility |
|---|
| Land Loser Candidates | Land acquired for Konkan Railway between Roha (Maharashtra) and Thokur (Karnataka); includes spouse, son, daughter, grandson, granddaughter |
| Employment Exchange Registered Candidates | Domiciles of Maharashtra, Goa, or Karnataka with valid employment exchange cards along the KR route |
| Other Domicile Candidates | Domiciles of Maharashtra, Goa, or Karnataka |
| KRCL Employees | Serving KRCL employees with at least 3 years of regular service |
Track Maintainer recruitment is limited to eligible Land Loser candidates only.
Preference Order in Recruitment
- Land Loser candidates (first preference)
- Employment Exchange-registered candidates along the KR route (second preference)
- Domiciles of Maharashtra/Goa/Karnataka and KRCL employees (third preference)
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
| Post Group | Selection Stages |
|---|
| Section Controller, Station Master, Assistant Loco Pilot | CBT → Computer-Based/OMR Aptitude Test → Document Verification → Medical Examination (Merit: 70% CBT + 30% Aptitude) |
| Senior Section Engineer (S&T/Mechanical), Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical), Goods Train Manager, Commercial Supervisor, Technician-III (Mechanical), ESTM-III | CBT → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Track Maintainer | CBT → Document Verification → Physical Efficiency Test (PET) → Medical Examination |
CBT Pattern Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|
| Duration | 90 minutes for all posts |
| Total Questions/Marks | 100 per post |
| Negative Marking | 1 mark deducted per wrong answer |
| Languages | English, Hindi, Marathi, Konkani, Kannada (Aptitude Test for SCOR/SM/ALP in English & Hindi only) |
| Nature | Screening test |
CBT Qualifying Marks
| Post Category | UR & EWS | OBC-NCL, SC & ST |
|---|
| Group 'C' posts | 50% | 40% |
| Track Maintainer (Erstwhile Group 'D') | 40% | 30% |
PwBD candidates get a 2% relaxation in qualifying marks.
Physical Efficiency Test (Track Maintainer Only)
| Criteria | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|
| Weight Carrying | Lift & carry 35 kg for 100 m in 2 minutes | Lift & carry 20 kg for 100 m in 2 minutes |
| Running | 1000 m in 4 min 15 sec | 1000 m in 5 min 40 sec |
PET is mandatory and qualifying; conducted in two stages (Weight Carrying first, then Running). Failing Weight Carrying results in elimination.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Visit the official KRCL website at www.konkanrailway.com once the application link goes live (tentatively last week of August 2026).
- Register your name on the portal; a Registration Number will be generated and sent via registered email and mobile number, along with a password and application link.
- Activate the link to access the application form and fill in personal, educational, and category details, carefully selecting your post-wise preference (this cannot be changed once submitted).
- Pay the prescribed examination fee online for each CBT Examination Group selected, using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Upload the required scanned documents — photograph, signature, and category certificates (if applicable).
- Review all entries carefully, then submit the application before the closing date.
- Keep a printed copy of the submitted online application for future reference — do not send it to KRCL by post.
Required Documents Checklist
- Recent colour passport-size photograph (JPEG, 30–70 KB, plain white background, no cap/dark glasses)
- Scanned signature in running handwriting (JPEG, 30–70 KB)
- SC/ST certificate (for free rail travel passes)
- PwBD candidates: additional passport-size photograph and Scribe details/photograph if applicable
- At DV: Matriculation/High School Certificate, HSC, Graduation, and ITI/NCVT-SCVT certificates as applicable
- Aadhaar Card and PAN Card
- Domicile certificate (Maharashtra/Goa/Karnataka)
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL caste certificate in prescribed Annexure format
- Income Certificate for EBC fee waiver / EWS Income & Asset Certificate
- PwBD certificate as per prescribed Annexure
- NOC from current employer (for serving Govt./PSU employees) and discharge certificate (for Ex-Servicemen)
- Land Loser candidates: SLAO Land Loser Certificate, Tehsildar's certificate, proof of relationship, and RTC land documents
Important Instructions
- Candidates can apply for one or more posts in a single application; post preference is final and cannot be changed.
- KRCL will allot only one post based on preference, merit, vacancy position, and qualifying stages.
- Serving Government/PSU employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at DV.
- Selected candidates can be posted anywhere within KRCL's area of operation, including project sites.
- All communication will be via SMS and email only — ensure mobile number and email ID remain active.
- Candidates found using unfair means, impersonation, or furnishing false information will be disqualified and debarred.
- KRCL reserves the right to change vacancies, cancel the process, or reject applications without assigning reasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is KRCL Recruitment 2026?
KRCL Recruitment 2026 is Employment Notification No. CO/P-R/02/2026, dated 31.07.2026, released by Konkan Railway Corporation Limited for 201 vacancies across 12 Non-Executive posts including Junior Engineer, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Pilot, Station Master, and others.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in KRCL Recruitment 2026?
A total of 201 vacancies are available across 12 posts. The detailed category-wise breakup is provided in the Vacancy Details section above.
Q3. When will the KRCL Recruitment 2026 online application start?
The online application window is tentatively scheduled to open during the last week of August 2026. The exact date will be published on the KRCL website 7 days before the opening date.
Q4. What is the qualification required for KRCL Recruitment 2026?
Qualification varies by post — from 10th pass (Track Maintainer) to a 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Senior Section Engineer posts). See the Educational Qualification section above for post-wise details.
Q5. What is the age limit for KRCL Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18–36 years for Group 'C' posts and 18–45 years for the Track Maintainer (erstwhile Group 'D') post, as on 01.08.2026, with age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/KRCL employees as applicable.
KRCL Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
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| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
