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NHSRCL Recruitment 2026 – 209 DE & JE Posts on Absorption Basis, Eligibility Criteria & Pay Scale
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NHSRCL Recruitment 2026 about?
NHSRCL (National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited) has announced 209 vacancies on absorption basis for employees of Indian Railways, Government Railways, Metro Railways, and RRTS. Posts are available at two levels: Deputy Engineer / Deputy Chief Controller (34 posts, NE-6 IDA scale) and Junior Engineer / Controller / Train Manager / Station Manager (175 posts, NE-4 IDA scale).
Who is eligible to apply for NHSRCL Recruitment 2026?
Only Regular or Contractual employees currently working in Operations & Maintenance departments of Indian Railways, Government-owned or operated Railways, Metro Railways, or RRTS systems are eligible. Open-market candidates are not eligible for this absorption-based recruitment.
What is the eligibility cutoff date for NHSRCL Recruitment 2026?
All experience and eligibility criteria are reckoned as on 31 May 2026. Age, pay scale, and years of experience will all be verified against this date.
What is the maximum age limit for NHSRCL Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age limit is 45 years for all posts under both vacancy notice groups (21–25/2026 and 26–32/2026), reckoned as on 31 May 2026.
What is the application fee for NHSRCL 2026?
UR, EWS, and OBC candidates must pay ₹400/- (exclusive of transaction charges). SC, ST, and Women candidates are fully exempted from the fee. The fee is non-refundable once paid.
What is the salary for Deputy Engineer posts in NHSRCL?
Deputy Engineer and Deputy Chief Controller posts carry an IDA pay scale of ₹46,000–1,45,000 (NE-6), along with Perks, HRA, Medical Benefits, EPF, Gratuity, and other allowances as per NHSRCL rules.
What is the salary for Junior Engineer posts in NHSRCL?
Junior Engineer, Controller, Train Manager, and Station Manager posts carry an IDA pay scale of ₹40,000–1,25,000 (NE-4), along with applicable perks and allowances as per NHSRCL rules.
What is the selection process for NHSRCL Deputy Engineer posts?
Selection for Deputy Engineer / Deputy Chief Controller posts (Vacancy Nos. 21–25/2026) involves four stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, Interview, and Medical Examination.
What is the selection process for NHSRCL Junior Engineer posts?
Selection for Junior Engineer / Controller / Train Manager posts (Vacancy Nos. 26–32/2026) involves three stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. There is no Interview stage for JE-grade posts.
Can I apply for more than one post in NHSRCL Recruitment 2026?
No. Candidates can apply for only one post from Vacancy Nos. 21–25/2026 (DE grade), and only one post from Vacancy Nos. 26–32/2026 (JE grade). The CBT for all posts within each group may be conducted on the same day and at the same time.