NHSRCL DGM, Assistant Manager and More Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 15 Posts

The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has released Vacancy Notices 08/2026 to 20/2026 to recruit 15 executives on an absorption basis. Positions span key domains including Safety, IT, Data Analytics, Cloud Infrastructure, and Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) systems. The online registration portal is open from June 10, 2026, to July 9, 2026, for eligible officers currently working in government departments, PSUs, and railway organizations.

Recruitment Overview

Is This Job for You?

You should consider applying if you are a regular or contractual officer currently serving in Central Government Departments, Ministry of Railways, Central PSUs, SPVs, or Metro Railways, and have a relevant engineering or IT degree. The roles offer high-level organizational responsibility and the opportunity to work directly on India’s premier Bullet Train infrastructure projects.

Vacancy Details by Role

The roles are divided between technology functions (IT infrastructure, AFC ticket barriers, data analytics, and cloud databases) and safety management functions (oversight of civil structures, signalling safety, traction lines, and rolling stock operations).

Important Dates & Limits

Salary Structure and Grades

Selected candidates receive pay scales on the Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA) pattern as detailed below:

• AGM/JGM (E-6/E-7): ₹90,000 – ₹2,40,000 or ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,60,000 basic pay scale
• Deputy General Manager (E-5): ₹80,000 – ₹2,20,000 basic pay scale
• Senior Manager (E-4): ₹70,000 – ₹2,00,000 basic pay scale
• Assistant Manager (E-2): ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 basic pay scale

Additional benefits include DA, HRA, cafeteria allowances, medical benefits, and performance-related pay as per NHSRCL guidelines.

Selection Criteria

The selection process comprises the following stages:

1. Application Screening: Applications are screened to verify service background, pay scale history, and qualifications.
2. Written Test/CBT (If applicable): A computer-based test may be scheduled. Tests for different notices may occur simultaneously.
3. Professional Presentation: Shortlisted candidates present their professional journey, project experience, and competency.
4. Personal Interview: To evaluate technical capability, leadership, and suitability for high-speed rail projects.
5. Medical Exam & Document Verification: Certificates are checked against original documents, and medical fitness is assessed.

Required Documents Checklist

• Matriculation Certificate (proof of date of birth)
• Degree Certificate & Consolidated Marksheets
• Detailed Service Certificate proving current regular/contractual employment
• Pay slip records and form 16 to verify current pay grade
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) and vigilance clearance from current employer
• Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
• Recent passport-size photographs

Application Process Steps

1. Navigate to the official NHSRCL website at www.nhsrcl.in.
2. Select the “Careers” section on the homepage menu.
3. Read the detailed vacancy guidelines for Notices 08/2026 to 20/2026.
4. Click on the “Online Application Portal” link.
5. Complete the primary registration using a valid email ID and password.
6. Log in and select the single vacancy notice/post you wish to apply for.
7. Fill in the fields concerning personal information, educational qualifications, and detailed service history.
8. Upload scanned files of your photo, signature, degree certificates, NOC, and vigilance clearance.
9. Pay the application fee of ₹400 online (if applicable).
10. Review the complete form, click submit, and save the generated PDF application for future references.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can a private sector engineer apply for these positions?

No. These positions are exclusively open to officers and managers currently working on a regular or contractual basis in Central Government, Ministry of Railways, Central PSUs, SPVs, or Metro Railways. Private sector experience is not eligible.

2. Can I apply for more than one vacancy notice?

No. Candidates are allowed to apply for only one post across all the vacancy notices from 08/2026 to 20/2026. Applying for multiple posts will lead to rejection.

3. What does “absorption basis” mean?

Absorption basis means the candidate will be permanently integrated into the NHSRCL cadre, leaving their parent department/organization service lines.

4. Is there any application fee for women candidates?

No. All women candidates, along with candidates belonging to SC and ST categories, are completely exempt from the application fee.

5. What is the location of posting?

Selected candidates are initially posted at the Corporate Office in New Delhi or project offices in Gujarat and Maharashtra, but can be transferred to any project site based on organizational needs.

6. What is the age limit cut-off date?

The eligibility and age limit requirements are calculated using the cut-off date of May 31, 2026.