Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 201 Posts, Apply Online
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) has released the Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Notification (Employment Notification No. CO/P-R/02/2026) inviting online applications for 201 Non-Executive vacancies in various departments. The recruitment includes posts such as Junior Engineer, Senior Section Engineer, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Pilot, Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Technician-III, ESTM-III, Commercial Supervisor, and Section Controller.
The online application process is expected to begin in the last week of August 2026, while the Computer Based Test (CBT) is tentatively scheduled for September 2026. Eligible candidates belonging to the Land Loser category, Employment Exchange registered candidates, KRCL employees, and domiciles of Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka can apply online through the official KRCL website.
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) |
| Notification No. | CO/P-R/02/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 201 |
| Recruitment Type | Non-Executive Recruitment |
| Job Location | Maharashtra, Goa & Karnataka |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | Last Week of August 2026 (Tentative) |
| CBT Exam | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | www.konkanrailway.com |
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 31 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | Last Week of August 2026 (Tentative) |
| CBT Examination | September 2026 (Tentative) |
Konkan Railway Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 25 |
| Track Maintainer | 57 |
| Senior Section Engineer (S&T) | 5 |
| ESTM-III | 15 |
| Section Controller | 9 |
| Station Master | 15 |
| Goods Train Manager | 10 |
| Assistant Loco Pilot | 30 |
| Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical) | 6 |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 7 |
| Technician-III (Mechanical) | 15 |
| Commercial Supervisor | 7 |
| Total | 201 |
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed for the respective posts.
Junior Engineer (Civil)
- Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering
Track Maintainer
- 10th Pass
Senior Section Engineer (S&T)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics/IT/Communication/Computer Science or equivalent
ESTM-III
- 10th Pass with ITI/CCAA in relevant trade or 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics
Section Controller / Station Master / Goods Train Manager / Commercial Supervisor
- Graduation in any discipline
Assistant Loco Pilot
- 10th Pass with ITI/CCAA or Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline
Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or related Engineering discipline
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Technician-III (Mechanical)
- 10th Pass with ITI in the relevant trade
Candidates awaiting final results may also apply but must produce the qualifying certificate during Document Verification.
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Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Age will be calculated as on 01 August 2026.
| Post Category | Age Limit |
| Group C Posts | 18 – 36 Years |
| Track Maintainer | 18 – 45 Years |
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- PwBD: As per Government Rules
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules
- KRCL Employees: Applicable as per notification
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,180 |
| SC / ST / Female / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Minorities / EBC | Fee refunded after appearing in CBT (bank charges deducted) |
Payment must be made through online mode only.
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
| Senior Section Engineer | Level-7 | ₹44,900 |
| Junior Engineer | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| Section Controller | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| Station Master | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| Commercial Supervisor | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| Goods Train Manager | Level-5 | ₹29,200 |
| Technician-III | Level-2 | ₹19,900 |
| ESTM-III | Level-2 | ₹19,900 |
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Level-2 | ₹19,900 |
| Track Maintainer | Level-1 | ₹18,000 |
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process varies depending on the post.
For Section Controller, Station Master & Assistant Loco Pilot
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Aptitude Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
For Junior Engineer, Senior Section Engineer, Technician-III, Commercial Supervisor, Goods Train Manager & ESTM-III
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
For Track Maintainer
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
KRCL CBT Exam Pattern
| Particular | Details |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Negative Marking | 1 Mark deducted for every wrong answer |
The syllabus varies according to the post applied for.
Physical Efficiency Test (Track Maintainer)
Male Candidates
- Carry 35 kg weight for 100 metres in 2 minutes
- Run 1000 metres in 4 minutes 15 seconds
Female Candidates
- Carry 20 kg weight for 100 metres in 2 minutes
- Run 1000 metres in 5 minutes 40 seconds
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar Card
- Matriculation Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Diploma/Degree/ITI Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificates (where applicable)
How to Apply for Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official KRCL website.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Complete the online application form.
- Select the desired post preference carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all entered details.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Applications will be accepted only through online mode.
- Candidates can apply for multiple posts through a single application by selecting their preferences.
- Post preferences cannot be changed after submission.
- Government employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) during Document Verification.
- Candidates should regularly visit the official KRCL website for updates regarding the application schedule, admit card, and examination.
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026?
A total of 201 vacancies have been announced for various Non-Executive posts.
Q2. When will the online application process start?
The online application process is expected to begin in the last week of August 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for KRCL Recruitment 2026?
For most Group C posts, the age limit is 18 to 36 years, while for Track Maintainer, it is 18 to 45 years.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Selection includes Computer Based Test (CBT), Aptitude Test (where applicable), Physical Efficiency Test (for Track Maintainer), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q5. What is the salary for Junior Engineer posts?
Selected Junior Engineers will receive Pay Level-6 with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month, along with admissible allowances as per KRCL rules.
