South Western Railway Recruitment 2026 Overview
The South Western Railway under the Ministry of Railways has officially released notification number No.01/2026(GDCE), opening doors for departmental candidates seeking career advancement. This notification invites online applications for 258 vacancies across Goods Train Manager and Junior Engineer positions. Candidates looking for career growth within the railway network can explore all latest Karnataka Government Jobs to find relevant employment updates suited to their qualifications.
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Post | Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | 247 | 18 to 42 years |
| JE / Bridge | 2 | 18 to 42 years |
| JE / P.Way | 2 | 18 to 42 years |
| JE / Mechanical Workshop | 5 | 18 to 42 years |
| JE / S&T / Signal | 2 | 18 to 42 years |
| Total | 258 |
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PWD | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | 126 | 56 | 43 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 247 |
| JE / Bridge | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| JE / P.Way | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| JE / Mechanical Workshop | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| JE / S&T / Signal | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | Degree from recognised University or its equivalent. |
| JE / Bridge | Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering of three years duration or (b) a combination of any sub stream of basic streams of Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute. |
| JE / P.Way | Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering of three years duration or (b) a combination of any sub stream of basic streams of Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute. |
| JE / Mechanical Workshop | Three years Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Manufacturing / Mechatronics / Industrial / Machining / Instrumentation and Control / Tools and Machining / Tools and Die Making / Automobile / Production Engineering OR(b)a combination of any sub stream of basic streams of Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics / Manufacturing / Mechatronics / Industrial / Machining / Instrumentation and Control / Tools and Machining / Tools and Die Making/ Automobile / Production Engineering from a recognised University/Institute. |
| JE / S&T / Signal | Three years Diploma in (a) Electrical / Electronics / Information Technology / Communication Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering OR (b) a combination of any sub stream of basic streams of Electrical / Electronics / Information Technology / Communication Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering from a recognized University / Institute. |
| Part / Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager CBT | General Awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning | 100 | 100 | 90 Minutes |
| Junior Engineer CBT | General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Basics of Computers and Applications, Basics of Environment and Pollution Control, Technical Abilities | 150 | 150 | 120 minutes |
The recruitment process aims to fill vital operational and technical cadres across various divisions, units, workshops, and the headquarters of South Western Railway. Eligible serving railway employees can submit their applications through the official portal at www.rrchubli.in. Applicants who have recently tracked related notifications such as the RRC South Western Railway SWR PET Admit Card 2026 Out - Download E-Call Letter for CEN RRC-08/2024 recruitment details will find this GDCE cycle an excellent platform for career progression.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Applicants must satisfy the specific educational and age parameters prescribed by the recruiting board. Candidates seeking technical roles can also check more Diploma jobs in Karnataka for alternative openings.
- Goods Train Manager: Must possess a recognized Degree from a University or Institute.
- Junior Engineer (JE): Must possess a Three years Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline or B.Sc. from a recognized University/Institute.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 to 42 years as on 1 January 2027.
- Age Relaxations: Upper age limits are relaxable by 5 Years for SC/ST candidates and 3 Years for OBC candidates.
Salary Structure & Remuneration
Selected candidates will be appointed under Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix. The entry basic pay is set at Rs. 35,400, with a gross estimated salary of approximately Rs. 66,258 and an in-hand salary of around Rs. 59,000 per month including standard railway allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA).
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment methodology consists of multiple sequential stages designed to evaluate core knowledge, technical competence, and physical fitness:
- Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Stage 2: Document Verification
- Stage 3: Medical Examination
Exam Pattern Details: The Goods Train Manager CBT comprises 100 questions for 100 marks with a duration of 90 minutes. The Junior Engineer CBT comprises 150 questions for 150 marks with a duration of 120 minutes. A negative marking scheme applies, where 1/3rd mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.
Application Fee & Important Dates
The application fee is NIL for all eligible candidates across all categories (General, OBC, EWS, SC, and ST). Online applications opened on 9 November 2026 and the last date to submit forms is 8 December 2026.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Eligible candidates should carefully follow these steps to complete their online submission without errors:
- Navigate to the official portal at www.rrchubli.in.
- Click on the active GDCE application link for South Western Railway Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the initial registration using valid employee credentials and personal details.
- Fill out the detailed application form with educational and professional service data.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including a passport-sized photograph and signature.
- Preview the application form thoroughly before final submission on or before 8 December 2026.
Required Documents Checklist
Keep the following digital and physical documents ready before starting the application procedure:
- Matriculation/SSC/SSLC/HSC Certificate or mark sheet indicating Date of Birth.
- Educational Degree or Diploma passing certificates.
- Scanned passport-sized photograph adhering to specified dimensions.
- Scanned employee signature.
Candidate Advisory & Warnings
- Only regular serving railway employees of South Western Railway and RWF/YNK are eligible to apply.
- Staff working in RPF/RPSF, Assistant Commissioner, and Accounts Cadre are strictly ineligible.
- Submit online applications well before the closing date of 8 December 2026 to avoid last-minute server congestion or technical glitches.
Important Links
- Apply Online Portal: Access Application Portal
- Download Notification PDF: Official Notification PDF
- Official Organization Website: South Western Railway Website
