This one is not open to the general public. RailTel Corporation of India Ltd (RCIL) wants serving Railway S&T (Signal and Telecommunication) executives for three posts in Bhubaneswar, and the posts are on deputation, which means you work for RailTel for a fixed period and then return to your parent department. Applications must come through your own department and reach RailTel by 11.11.2026.
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RailTel Deputation Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Chief Manager (E-3), Sr. Manager (E-3), Manager (E-2) and Deputy Manager (E-1) |
| Organization | RailTel Corporation of India Ltd (RCIL), a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Railways |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Vacancy Notice No. 16/2026 dated 12.10.2026 (File No. RCIL-CO0HR(RENG)/11/2025, Comp No. 52850) |
| Location | Odisha (Bhubaneswar Territory / Eastern Region) |
| Total Vacancies | 3 (the notice does not split them by grade) |
| Qualification | Not specified in notification (open to serving Railway S&T executives in the pay levels listed below) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 56 years as on 11.11.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Not specified in notification |
| Pay Scale | Parent grade pay plus deputation allowance, as per rules |
| How to Apply | Offline, through your own department, in the prescribed proforma |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website | www.railtel.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Receive Applications | 11.11.2026 (30 days from the notification date, as calculated; the notice does not print a date) |
| Cut-off Date for Age and Eligibility | Closing date of receipt of applications |
Job Profile and Deputation Terms
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Term of Appointment | Deputation |
| Deputation Period | 3 years, or until RCIL is exempted from the rule of immediate absorption, whichever comes first (the notice does not explain this rule further) |
| Place of Posting | Bhubaneswar Territory / Eastern Region |
| Job Profile | Planning, railway coordination, execution and maintenance of projects and OFC (optical fibre cable) and signalling works; supervising HQ maintenance teams; coordinating for OFC failures and diversions; supporting Railway-linked projects |
The notice does not state a selection process, an application fee or a category-wise vacancy breakup, so those sections are left out here.
Eligibility Criteria
Levels 7 to 10 are pay levels in the Railways Pay Matrix (the government pay grid), and E-1 to E-3 are RailTel executive grades.
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | Serving Signal and Telecommunication (S&T) executives of Indian Railways |
| Chief Manager (E-3) | Working in Railways Junior Scale (Level 10, CDA) or Group B (Level 9 or Level 8) |
| Sr. Manager (E-3) | SSE (Senior Section Engineer) working in Level 9 or Level 8 |
| Manager (E-2) | SE or SSE (Section Engineer or Senior Section Engineer) with 4 years of work in Level 7 |
| Deputy Manager (E-1) | SE or SSE working in Level 7 |
| Age Limit | Not more than 56 years on the closing date Check your age eligibility → |
| Cut-off Date | Age and eligibility are both checked on the closing date of receipt of applications |
| Application Route | Only through the proper channel, forwarded by your department. Eligible SC, ST and OBC officers are also advised to apply |
In short, your present Railway pay level decides which of the four posts you can go for. Your age and eligibility are checked on the closing date, not on the day you apply.
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay | Parent grade pay (your present pay in your parent department) |
| Allowance | Deputation allowance, as per rules |
| Other Benefits | Not specified in notification |
In plain terms, RailTel does not set a new pay scale. You carry your Railway grade pay with you and get a deputation allowance on top. The notice does not give the allowance amount.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed proforma (Annexure-I) from www.railtel.in and fill in every field. The form itself says not to leave blanks.
- Attach your biodata showing your previous postings, plus a signed statement of any earlier deputation in Central PSUs (public sector undertakings).
- Add your vigilance/DAR clearance and copies of your APARs for the last five years.
- Get the application forwarded through the proper channel, such as your Zonal Railway. Applications of Indian Railway officers may be forwarded to the Railway Board.
- Send it to RCIL Corporate Office, Plate-A, 6th Floor, Office Block, Tower-2, East Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi – 110023, so that it arrives by 11.11.2026.
Note: applications received without the enclosures will not be entertained.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Application in prescribed proforma (Annexure-I) | Download from www.railtel.in; fill every field and sign with your name, place and date |
| Biodata | Must show your previous postings |
| Statement of previous deputation(s) | Details of any earlier deputation in Central PSUs, signed by you |
| Vigilance / DAR clearance | Clearance from the vigilance and disciplinary side (DAR means Disciplinary and Appeal Rules) |
| APAR copies | Last five years (APAR is the Annual Performance Appraisal Report, your yearly performance record) |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website (proforma and details) | www.railtel.in |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applications that arrive without the listed enclosures will not be entertained, so check the full set before you post it.
- Do not send your application straight to RailTel on your own. It has to come through the proper channel, such as your Zonal Railway.
- Leave no blank in the proforma. The form itself asks for this.
- Age and eligibility are judged on the closing date, so work out your age on 11.11.2026, not today.
- Write Vacancy Notice No. 16/2026, the File No. and the post you are applying for at the top of the proforma.
- Pick the post that matches your present pay level. For Manager, you also need 4 years of work in Level 7.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone apply for the RailTel deputation posts?
No, only serving Railway S&T executives in the listed pay levels can apply, and only through their own department.
What is the last date to apply?
It is 11.11.2026, which is 30 days from the 12.10.2026 notice date; the notice itself says only “30 days from date of notification”.
How many posts are there?
There are 3 posts across Chief Manager (E-3), Sr. Manager (E-3), Manager (E-2) and Deputy Manager (E-1), and the notice does not say how they are split.
Where will the selected officers be posted?
The posting is in the Bhubaneswar Territory of the Eastern Region, which is in Odisha.
What is the maximum age?
You must not be older than 56 years on the closing date of receipt of applications.
How long does the deputation last?
It lasts 3 years, or until RCIL is exempted from the rule of immediate absorption, whichever comes first, and the notice does not explain that rule further.
How do I apply?
Fill the prescribed proforma, attach the listed enclosures, get it forwarded through the proper channel and send it to the RCIL Corporate Office in East Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi.
What will I be paid on deputation?
You get your parent grade pay plus a deputation allowance as per rules, and the notice gives no separate pay scale or allowance amount.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
