Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) Limited, a prestigious Navratna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, has officially announced its Assistant (HR) Recruitment 2026. A total of 15 vacancies are open for graduates looking to launch a stable and rewarding career in one of India’s leading government enterprises. Applications are being accepted online from 19 March to 27 April 2026 — so there’s still time to apply!
RITES Assistant HR Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | RITES Limited (Navratna PSU, Ministry of Railways) |
| Notification No. | VC No. RG/07/26 |
| Post Name | Assistant (HR) |
| Total Vacancies | 15 Posts |
| Pay Scale | ₹20,000 – ₹66,000 (IDA) |
| Approximate CTC | ₹8.16 Lakh per annum |
| Job Type | Regular Appointment |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | rites.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 19 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 April 2026 |
| Age & Eligibility Cut-off Date | 27 April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified on rites.com |
| Written Test Date | To be notified (14 test cities) |
Vacancy Details – Category-Wise
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 08 |
| EWS | 02 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 03 |
| SC | 01 |
| ST | 01 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Horizontal) | 02 |
| Total | 15 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university
- Minimum 50% marks for UR/EWS candidates and those applying against UR posts
- Minimum 45% marks for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD candidates applying against reserved posts
Experience
- No prior work experience required — fresh graduates are eligible to apply
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 30 years (as on 27 April 2026)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years (over and above category relaxation) |
| RITES Regular / Contract Employees | 5 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹300 + applicable taxes |
| EWS / SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100 + applicable taxes |
Payment must be made online through the official RITES application portal. Applications without successful fee payment will be rejected.
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will be placed in the IDA pay scale with full government PSU perks:
- Pay Scale: ₹20,000 – ₹66,000 (IDA)
- Approximate CTC: ₹8.16 Lakh per annum (at minimum of scale)
- Additional Benefits: Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA / lease accommodation, fixed and variable allowances, Performance Related Pay (PRP), Provident Fund, Gratuity, Group Insurance, Post-Retirement Medical Scheme, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and other benefits as per company rules
- Probation Period: One year from the date of joining
Selection Process
The selection for RITES Assistant HR 2026 takes place in two stages:
Stage 1 – Written Test (CBT)
- Total Questions: 125 objective (MCQ)
- Total Marks: 125
- Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
- Medium: English
- No negative marking
- Subjects covered: English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation, Reasoning, and General Awareness
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- UR / EWS: 50%
- SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD: 45%
Stage 2 – Document Scrutiny & Medical Examination
- Candidates shortlisted based on written test scores will undergo document verification
- Final merit panel is prepared based on 100% weightage to written test score
- Medical fitness as per RITES norms is mandatory for final appointment
Exam Pattern – RITES Assistant HR Written Test 2026
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | ~30 | 30 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | ~30 | 30 |
| Reasoning | ~35 | 35 |
| General Awareness | ~30 | 30 |
| Total | 125 | 125 |
- Duration: 150 minutes
- No negative marking for wrong answers
- Exam will be held at 14 designated test cities across India
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to complete your RITES Assistant HR application:
- Visit the official RITES website: rites.com
- Go to the “Career” section and find the notification for VC No. RG/07/26
- Click on “Apply Online / Register” to begin your application
- Fill in your personal, educational, and category details accurately
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, academic certificates, ID proof, and caste/EWS/PwBD certificates (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation for future reference
- Carry all original documents at the time of document verification
Key Points to Remember
- Last date to apply is 27 April 2026 — don’t delay
- No experience required — fresh graduates can apply directly
- The written test has no negative marking, so attempt all questions
- The exam will be conducted in 14 cities — check rites.com for the city list
- Final selection is based 100% on written test performance
- Keep your graduation certificate and all documents ready before starting the application
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in RITES Assistant HR Recruitment 2026? A total of 15 vacancies are available for the Assistant (HR) post, distributed across UR, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, and ST categories, with 2 horizontal reservations for Ex-Servicemen.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for RITES Assistant HR 2026? The last date to submit the online application is 27 April 2026. Applications opened on 19 March 2026.
Q3. What qualification is needed for RITES Assistant HR? A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university is required. UR/EWS candidates must have at least 50% marks; reserved category candidates need at least 45%.
Q4. Is work experience required for RITES Assistant HR 2026? No. There is no minimum post-qualification experience required for this post. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
Q5. What is the salary for RITES Assistant HR? The pay scale is ₹20,000 – ₹66,000 (IDA), with an approximate CTC of ₹8.16 lakh per annum at the minimum of the scale, plus DA, HRA, and other allowances.
Q6. What is the application fee for RITES Recruitment 2026? General and OBC candidates pay ₹300 + taxes. EWS, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay ₹100 + taxes.
Q7. What is the selection process for RITES Assistant HR? Selection is based on a Written Test (125 MCQs, 2.5 hours, no negative marking) followed by document scrutiny and medical examination. Final merit is based 100% on written test scores.
Q8. Is there negative marking in the RITES written test? No. There is no negative marking in the RITES Assistant HR written test, so candidates should attempt all 125 questions.
Q9. What is the age limit for RITES Assistant HR 2026? The maximum age limit is 30 years as on 27 April 2026. Age relaxation is available for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), and PwBD (10 years).
Q10. Where can I apply for RITES Assistant HR Recruitment 2026? Apply online at the official RITES career portal: rites.com under the Careers section, for notification VC No. RG/07/26.
For the official notification PDF and to apply online, visit: rites.com
