RITES Announces Vacancies for Deputy General Manager (HR)
Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES), Gurgaon, has formally invited applications from eligible candidates for three Deputy General Manager (HR) posts. Interested professionals across India can submit their applications online through the official portal, rites.com. The registration window remains open from 03 November 2026 to 02 December 2026.
The recruitment drive is being conducted under Advt No. RG/31-R1/25. These full-time positions offer placements in India and abroad, featuring a pay scale ranging from INR 70,000-2,00,000. Selected individuals will initially be appointed on probation for a period of one year.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates applying for this role must hold an MBA / PGDBA / PGDBM / PGDM / PGDHRM or an equivalent qualification in HR / Personnel Management / Industrial Relations / Labour Welfare / MHROD. Furthermore, applicants possessing an MBA with a specialization in HR/Personnel Management are also eligible.
A minimum of 11 years of post-qualification work experience in Human Resources Development is mandatory for all applicants.
Only Indian Nationals aged 18 years and above are eligible for this recruitment. The maximum age limit is set at 41 years as on 2 December 2026. Category-wise age relaxations are provided as follows:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC-NCL: 3 years
- J&K Domicile: 5 years
- PwBD: 10 years
Application Fee Structure
The online application process requires candidates to submit a fee by the closing date of 2 December 2026. General/OBC Candidates are required to pay Rs. 600 plus applicable taxes. EWS/ SC/ST/ PwBD Candidates must pay Rs. 300 plus applicable taxes. All transactions must be completed strictly through the online payment mode.
Selection Procedure and Exam Pattern
RITES will select candidates through Document Scrutiny followed by an Interview. The final selection depends heavily on the interview performance, which carries a 100% weightage, divided into two distinct assessment areas:
- Technical & Professional proficiency: 65%
- Personality Communication & Competency: 35%
To secure a position, UR/EWS candidates must achieve a minimum of 60% marks in the interview. Candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD categories applying against reserved posts must secure at least 50%.
Mandatory Documents to Enclose
During the online application, applicants must upload several essential documents:
- High School certificate for proof of Date of Birth
- Certificates of Academic & Professional qualifications along with mark sheets
- Percentage Conversion Document
- EWS/ SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD Certificate
- Proof of Identity & Address
- PAN Card
- Proof of each period of experience claimed
How to Apply for RITES Recruitment 2026
Candidates must submit their applications exclusively via the digital route. Hard copies of documents are not to be sent through post or courier. Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the Career Section of the official RITES website at http://www.rites.com.
- Fill out the application in the available registration format.
- Note down the generated Registration No. for future communication.
- Upload all required certificates under the “Upload Document” section.
- Process the application fee under the “Make Payment” section.
- Download and print the final application form, retaining a copy for the selection phase.
All prospective candidates are advised to read the complete Advt No. RG/31-R1/25 notification available on the RITES portal to review the comprehensive conditions before applying. The deadline for online submission and fee payment is strictly 2 December 2026.
RITES Deputy General Manager (HR) Recruitment 2026 FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available in RITES Deputy General Manager (HR) Recruitment 2026?
Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) has announced 3 vacancies for the post of Deputy General Manager (HR) under Advertisement No. RG/31-R1/25.
2. What are the application dates for RITES Recruitment 2026?
The online application process starts on 3 November 2026 and closes on 2 December 2026. Candidates must complete their registration and fee payment before the deadline.
3. What is the educational qualification required for Deputy General Manager (HR)?
Candidates must have an MBA, PGDBA, PGDBM, PGDM, PGDHRM, or equivalent qualification in HR, Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Labour Welfare, or MHROD. An MBA with a specialization in HR or Personnel Management is also accepted.
4. How much work experience is required for RITES DGM (HR) posts?
Applicants must have at least 11 years of post-qualification experience in Human Resources Development to be eligible for the Deputy General Manager (HR) position.
5. What is the age limit for RITES Deputy General Manager Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age limit is 41 years as on 2 December 2026. Applicants must be Indian Nationals and at least 18 years old.
6. Is there any age relaxation for reserved category candidates?
Yes. Age relaxation is available as follows:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC-NCL: 3 years
J&K Domicile: 5 years
PwBD: 10 years
Candidates must provide valid supporting certificates to claim age relaxation.
7. What is the application fee for RITES DGM (HR) Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹600 plus applicable taxes for General/OBC candidates and ₹300 plus applicable taxes for EWS, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates. Payment must be made online.
8. What is the selection process for RITES Deputy General Manager (HR)?
The selection process consists of Document Scrutiny followed by an Interview. The final selection is based entirely on interview performance, which carries 100% weightage.
9. What is the interview weightage for RITES DGM (HR) Recruitment?
The interview assessment is divided into two components:
Technical and Professional Proficiency: 65%
Personality, Communication and Competency: 35%
10. What are the minimum qualifying marks in the interview?
UR and EWS candidates must secure at least 60% marks, while SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD candidates applying against reserved posts must obtain a minimum of 50% marks.

