Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA), a statutory authority functioning under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has officially released Vacancy Notice No. 13/26/S.E. Contract for the post of Site Engineer in Civil and Electrical Engineering. This is a solid opportunity for qualified and experienced engineering graduates who want to work on railway infrastructure and development projects across the country. With a monthly salary of ₹76,000 and pan-India project exposure, this recruitment is expected to attract a large number of candidates from both government and private engineering backgrounds.
Overview of RLDA Site Engineer Recruitment 2026
Details
Information
Organisation Name
Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA)
Vacancy Notice No.
13/26/S.E. Contract
Post Name
Site Engineer (Civil / Electrical Engineering)
Total Vacancies
40 Posts (Tentative)
Civil Engineering Posts
30 Posts
Electrical Engineering Posts
10 Posts
Monthly Salary
₹76,000 (All Inclusive)
Job Type
Short-Term Contract Basis
Contract Duration
Initially up to 1 Year (Extendable)
Job Location
Pan India
Date of Issue
02 May 2026
Closing Date
22 May 2026
Application Mode
Email
Official Website
rlda.indianrailways.gov.in
Vacancy Breakdown
Branch
Number of Posts
Civil Engineering
30 Posts
Electrical Engineering
10 Posts
Total
40 Posts (Tentative)
About RLDA
Rail Land Development Authority is a statutory body established under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. RLDA is primarily responsible for the development of vacant railway land for commercial use in order to generate revenue for the Indian Railways. The authority handles large-scale infrastructure, construction, and development projects spread across the entire country.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have completed a full-time B.E. or B.Tech degree in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering from a recognised university or institution approved by AICTE, UGC, or the Government of India.
Category
Minimum Marks Required
General / OBC
55% marks in B.E. / B.Tech
SC / ST
50% marks in B.E. / B.Tech
Additional weightage will be given to candidates who hold an M.Tech qualification in the relevant field.
Note: Only full-time regular degree courses will be considered. Part-time, distance learning, or correspondence degrees will not be accepted.
Experience Required
Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification work experience in any of the following organisations:
Central Government Departments
State Government Departments
Central Government PSUs
State Government PSUs
Private Organisations working in relevant engineering fields
The experience must be in one or more of the following areas to be considered valid:
Building Construction works
Infrastructure Development Projects
Civil Construction and Project Supervision
Electrical Engineering works
Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works
Important: Experience gained through internship, apprenticeship, training, teaching, academic work, or freelancing will not be counted as qualifying experience.
Age Limit (as on 22 May 2026)
Category
Maximum Age
General / Unreserved
45 Years
SC / ST
50 Years (5 Years Relaxation)
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
48 Years (3 Years Relaxation)
Ex-Servicemen
As per Government of India guidelines
PwD (Persons with Disability)
As per Government of India guidelines
Note: If a candidate is eligible for age relaxation under more than one category, only the highest applicable relaxation will be granted.
Salary and Remuneration
Component
Details
Monthly Consolidated Pay
₹76,000 per month (All Inclusive)
Statutory Deductions
Income Tax, Professional Tax as applicable
EPF
Employer’s contribution towards EPF will form part of the CTC
Application Fee
No application fee is required for this recruitment. Candidates from all categories can apply free of charge.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the following criteria:
Criteria
Details
Last Drawn Gross Salary
Will be considered for assessment
Relevant Work Experience
Minimum 2 years in Civil Construction or Project Supervision
Academic Marks
Percentage scored in B.Tech Civil or Electrical Engineering
Interview
Personal interview will be conducted
M.Tech Qualification
Extra weightage will be given
Railway / Central PSU / State PSU Experience
Additional weightage for candidates with minimum 1 year cumulative experience in Indian Railways, Central PSU, State PSU, or Government Departments
RLDA reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on organisational and project requirements. If the number of applicants is high, only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.
Contract Terms and Conditions
The engagement will be strictly on a short-term contract basis and not a regular or permanent appointment
Initial contract period will be up to one year, extendable based on project requirement and satisfactory performance
The contract will automatically end on expiry of the period unless formally extended by RLDA
One month advance notice is required from either side for early termination of the contract
Selection on this post will not give any right to regular employment in RLDA
How to Apply
Candidates must send their application by email to the following address:
The application must include the following documents, all self-attested:
Document
Requirement
Filled Application Form (Annexure-I)
Filled in block letters using blue ball pen
Checklist (Annexure-II)
Duly filled and signed
Matriculation Certificate
For age proof
Degree Certificates and Mark Sheets
Complete set from all semesters
Experience Certificates
Indicating nature and duration of work
Caste/Category Certificate
SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS (if applicable)
Last 3 Months Payslips
Mandatory for all candidates
Form-16 of FY 2025-26
Mandatory for all candidates
Photo ID Proof
Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving Licence
Address Proof
Any valid government-issued address proof
Four Recent Passport Size Photographs
Not older than 3 months
Updated CV
One copy
Candidates currently working in Government, PSU, Railways, or Autonomous Bodies must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer at the time of interview.
Important Dates
Event
Date
Date of Issue of Notification
02 May 2026
Closing Date for Application
22 May 2026
Important Instructions for Candidates
Selected candidates will be posted at any RLDA project location across India based on organisational requirement. Candidates must be prepared for pan-India posting.
Candidates must be medically fit. Selected candidates will have to undergo a medical examination at their own cost before joining and submit a medical fitness certificate.
A police verification and clearance certificate from the appropriate authorities must be submitted before joining.
No travelling, lodging, or boarding expenses will be reimbursed for attending the interview.
Furnishing false or tampered documents, or any kind of misconduct, will invite legal action, disqualification, and debarment from future assignments in RLDA.
Candidates are advised to beware of touts or unscrupulous elements who may claim to arrange employment in RLDA through influence or illegal means. RLDA has not authorised any individual or agency for this purpose.
RLDA reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel the number of posts or the entire engagement process at any stage without prior notice.
Any corrigendum, update, or clarification will be posted only on the official RLDA website under the Career section. Candidates are advised to visit the website regularly.
Any legal dispute arising from this recruitment will be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in New Delhi only.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official RLDA Vacancy Notice No. 13/26/S.E. Contract dated 02 May 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to visit the official website at rlda.indianrailways.gov.in and read the complete official notification carefully before applying.
