RITES Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has announced its latest recruitment drive for 2025. This presents a golden opportunity for engineering and management professionals to work with one of India’s leading transport and infrastructure consultancy organizations.
In this guide, we’ll cover all key details about the recruitment, including eligibility, selection process, and application steps.
Overview of RITES Recruitment 2025
RITES Ltd. is inviting applications for 300 vacancies across multiple disciplines on a contract basis. The recruitment aims to engage experienced professionals in engineering, geotechnical, structural design, urban planning, traffic and transport engineering, and various managerial roles.
Key Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 300
- Job Type: Contract Basis
- Employer: RITES Ltd. (Govt. of India Enterprise)
- Location: Pan-India
- Application Mode: Online
- Selection Process: Written Test & Interview
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a full-time degree in the relevant field from an AICTE-approved institution. Some posts require postgraduate qualifications in specialized fields such as Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Urban Planning.
Experience Required
- Engineer: 1 year
- Assistant Manager: 2 years
- Manager: 5 years
- Senior Manager: 8 years
(Note: Experience should be in relevant domains such as construction supervision, project management, transport planning, and infrastructure development.)
Age Limit (as of application deadline)
- Engineer: Max 31 years
- Assistant Manager: Max 32 years
- Manager: Max 35 years
- Senior Manager: Max 38 years
(Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.)
Vacancy Breakdown by Discipline
RITES is recruiting professionals in the following domains:
| Discipline | No. of Vacancies | Key Roles Available |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Multiple | Engineer, Manager, Senior Manager |
| Geotechnical Engineering | Multiple | Engineer, Assistant Manager |
| Structural Engineering | Multiple | Structural Engineer, Manager |
| Urban Engineering (Environment) | Multiple | Urban Planner, Manager |
| Traffic & Transport Engineering | Multiple | Transport Planner, Engineer |
| Electrical & Mechanical Engineering | Multiple | Engineers & Managers |
| Economics & Statistics | Multiple | Analysts, Research Experts |
| Geology & Geophysics | Multiple | Engineering Geologists, Hydrogeologists |
| Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) | Multiple | Safety Engineers, Auditors |
Selection Process
The selection will be merit-based, consisting of a written test and interview.
Exam Pattern
- Written Test: 60% weightage
- Objective-type questions
- No negative marking
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Interview: 40% weightage
- Technical and Professional Knowledge (30%)
- Personality & Communication Skills (10%)
To qualify, candidates must score a minimum of 50% (UR/EWS) and 45% (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) in the written test and 60% (UR/EWS) and 50% (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) in the interview.
Salary and Benefits
| Position | Basic Pay (₹) | Gross Monthly Salary (₹) | Annual CTC (Approx.) (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineer | 22,660 | 41,241 | 4,94,894 |
| Assistant Manager | 23,340 | 42,478 | 5,09,741 |
| Manager | 25,504 | 46,417 | 5,57,008 |
| Senior Manager | 27,869 | 50,721 | 6,08,658 |
How to Apply?
Candidates must apply online via the official website www.rites.com.
Application Steps:
- Visit the Career Section on the RITES website.
- Complete the online registration and note down the Registration Number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload the required information and submit the form.
- Pay the application fee:
- General/OBC: ₹600 + taxes
- EWS/SC/ST/PWD: ₹300 + taxes
- Save the application form for future reference.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: January 31, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: February 20, 2025
- Admit Card Release: To be updated on RITES website
- Written Exam Date: To be announced
Why Join RITES?
1. Work with a Leading PSU
RITES Ltd. is a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Railways, offering great career prospects in infrastructure and transport consulting.
2. Competitive Salary & Perks
Employees enjoy market-based pay scales with allowances, incentives, and other benefits.
3. Professional Growth & Exposure
Work on high-profile national and international projects with exposure to cutting-edge technology in engineering and management.
Interested candidates should apply online before February 20, 2025, and start preparing for the written exam!
Here are 30 frequently asked questions (FAQs) relevant to the RITES Limited exam, focusing on current events and general knowledge that may be pertinent for exam preparation:
- Which Indian public sector enterprise was honored with the ‘Safety Innovation Award 2023’ for implementing innovative safety management systems?
- a) Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
- b) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
- c) RITES Limited
- d) Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
- In 2024, RITES Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with which country’s rail network to develop railway infrastructure and services?
- a) Saudi Arabia
- b) United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- c) Australia
- d) Canada
- What is the primary focus of the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) launched by the Indian government in 2025?
- a) Promoting renewable energy
- b) Ensuring self-reliance in critical minerals essential for high-tech industries
- c) Expanding agricultural exports
- d) Enhancing traditional handloom sectors
- Which Indian state launched the ‘Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Scheme’ in January 2025 to support tribal students?
- a) Madhya Pradesh
- b) Odisha
- c) Jharkhand
- d) Chhattisgarh
- In February 2025, which Indian city inaugurated the country’s first Open-Air Art Wall Museum at Mausam Bhawan?
- a) Mumbai
- b) New Delhi
- c) Kolkata
- d) Chennai
- As of January 2025, which Indian quick commerce startup became the world’s second most downloaded food and drink app?
- a) Swiggy
- b) Zepto
- c) Blinkit
- d) Zomato
- In 2025, which country became the first Southeast Asian nation to legalize same-sex marriage?
- a) Philippines
- b) Vietnam
- c) Thailand
- d) Malaysia
- Which Indian state hosted the 38th National Games for the first time in 2025?
- a) Haryana
- b) Uttarakhand
- c) Punjab
- d) Himachal Pradesh
- In January 2025, which Indian bank received RBI approval to acquire up to a 9.5% stake in Kotak Mahindra Bank?
- a) ICICI Bank
- b) HDFC Bank
- c) Axis Bank
- d) State Bank of India
- Which Indian organization launched the Fast Patrol Vessels ‘Amulya’ and ‘Akshay’ for the Indian Coast Guard in January 2025?
- a) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
- b) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers
- c) Goa Shipyard Limited
- d) Hindustan Shipyard Limited
- In February 2025, which Indian state declared a 60-day state of emergency in seven provinces due to rising crime and armed groups?
- a) Colombia
- b) Ecuador
- c) Peru
- d) Venezuela
- Which Indian state launched the ‘Nirbhaya Kadhi’ initiative in February 2025 to support adolescent girls’ welfare?
- a) West Bengal
- b) Odisha
- c) Rajasthan
- d) Madhya Pradesh
- In January 2025, which Indian city hosted the 15th Aero India, Asia’s largest aero show?
- a) Hyderabad
- b) Bengaluru
- c) New Delhi
- d) Chennai
- Which Indian company acquired a 26% stake in NDDB Mirda Ltd, a bio-gas venture, in January 2025?
- a) Tata Motors
- b) Mahindra & Mahindra
- c) Suzuki Motor Corporation
- d) Hyundai Motors
- In February 2025, which country introduced laws against AI-generated sexualized images of children?
- a) United States
- b) United Kingdom
- c) Australia
- d) Canada
- Which Indian state declared a 32.78-hectare area in Guneri village as its first Biodiversity Heritage Site in February 2025?
- a) Maharashtra
- b) Gujarat
- c) Karnataka
- d) Tamil Nadu
- In February 2025, which Indian institute launched the Bharat Cancer Genome Atlas to enhance cancer research?
- a) IIT Bombay
- b) IIT Madras
- c) AIIMS Delhi
- d) NIT Trichy
- Which Indian state launched the ‘Makhana Board’ with a ₹100 crore allocation in the Union Budget 2025-26?
- a) West Bengal
- b) Bihar
- c) Uttar Pradesh
- d) Assam
- In February 2025, which Indian city inaugurated the Inland Waterways Transport Terminal at Jogighopa to boost trade with Bhutan and Bangladesh?
- a) Guwahati
- b) Jogighopa
- c) Silchar
- d) Dibrugarh
- Which Indian organization launched the ‘Haj Suvidha App’ in February 2025 to improve the pilgrimage experience for Haj pilgrims?
- a) Ministry of External Affairs
- b) Government of India
- c) Central Haj Committee
- d) Ministry of Minority Affairs
- In February 2025, which Indian state received recognition for PM Shri Government Senior Secondary School as a Green School?
- a) Assam
- b) Sikkim
- c) Manipur
- d) Meghalaya
- Which Indian state launched the ‘GARBH-INi-DRISHTI’ data repository in February 2025 to improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes?
- a) Maharashtra
- b) Haryana
- c) Karnataka
- d) Kerala
- In February 2025, which Indian state hosted the 13th edition of the joint India-Maldives military exercise ‘Ekuverin’?
- a) Kerala
- b) Maldives
- c) Tamil Nadu
- d) Karnataka
- Which Indian organization launched the ‘Certificate of Origin (eCoO) 2.0 System’ in January 2025 to simplify the certification process for exporters?
- a) Export Promotion Council
- b) Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)
- c) Ministry of Commerce
- d) Federation of Indian Export Organizations
