Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC) has released a recruitment notification on 20‑May‑2026 for a total of 28 posts ranging from General Manager to Section Engineer. The vacancies are on contract, deputation or post‑superannuation basis and candidates with relevant engineering qualifications can apply online until 03‑Jun‑2026.
| Detail |
Info |
| Organization |
Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC) |
| Post(s) |
General Manager, Deputy General Manager, Asst. Manager, Supervisor, Section Engineer |
| Total Vacancies |
28 |
| Advertisement No. |
GMRCL/HR/RECT/Systems/May-2026/18 |
| Salary |
IDA scales ranging from ₹40,000‑125,000 to ₹120,000‑280,000 (contract/deputation) and consolidated pay for post‑superannuation |
| Qualification |
Graduate engineering in relevant disciplines |
| Age Limit |
Varies by post & category (max 45‑62 years) |
| Last Date of Application |
03‑Jun‑2026 |
| Apply Mode |
Online |
| Job Type |
Contract / Deputation / Post‑Superannuation |
Post & Organization Details
GMRC, a statutory body under the Ministry of Railways, is expanding its operations in Surat and other locations. The posts are categorized as follows:
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
| General Manager (Traction) – Contract/Deputation/Post‑Superannuation |
1 |
| Deputy General Manager (Operations), Surat – Contract/Deputation/Post‑Superannuation |
1 |
| Deputy General Manager (E&M), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation/Post‑Superannuation |
1 |
| Deputy General Manager (Signalling), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation/Post‑Superannuation |
1 |
| Deputy General Manager (Traction), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation/Post‑Superannuation |
1 |
| Asst. Manager (Operations), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
1 |
| Asst. Manager (Rolling Stock), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
1 |
| Asst. Manager (E&M), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
1 |
| Asst. Manager (Signalling), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
1 |
| Asst. Manager (Traction), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
1 |
| Asst. Manager (Civil‑Track), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
1 |
| Supervisor (Operations), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
3 |
| Section Engineer (Traction), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
2 |
| Section Engineer (Rolling Stock), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
3 |
| Section Engineer (E&M), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
2 |
| Section Engineer (Signalling), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
3 |
| Section Engineer (Telecom), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
3 |
| Section Engineer (Track), O&M, Surat – Contract/Deputation |
1 |
| Total |
28 |
Eligibility Criteria
- General Manager (Traction): Graduate engineering (Electrical/Electrical & Electronics) with minimum 10 years post‑qualification experience.
- Deputy General Manager (Operations): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Engineering or IT with minimum 10 years experience in Train Operations.
- Deputy General Manager (E&M): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Power Electronics, Instrumentation etc. with minimum 10 years experience.
- Deputy General Manager (Signalling): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunications, Applied Electronics, etc. with minimum 10 years experience.
- Deputy General Manager (Traction): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics with minimum 10 years experience.
- Asst. Manager (Operations): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Computer Engineering or IT with minimum 7 years experience.
- Asst. Manager (Rolling Stock): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Power Electronics, Instrumentation etc. with minimum 7 years experience.
- Asst. Manager (E&M): B.E./B.Tech (Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/Power Electronics/Instrumentation) with minimum 7 years experience.
- Asst. Manager (Signalling): B.E./B.Tech in relevant Electrical/Electronics disciplines with minimum 7 years experience.
- Asst. Manager (Traction): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics with minimum 7 years experience.
- Asst. Manager (Civil‑Track): B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering with minimum 7 years experience.
- Supervisor (Operations): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Computer Engineering or IT with minimum 5 years experience.
- Section Engineer (Traction): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics with minimum 5 years experience.
- Section Engineer (Rolling Stock): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Power Electronics, Instrumentation etc. with minimum 5 years experience.
- Section Engineer (E&M): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, Power Electronics, Electronics etc. with minimum 5 years experience.
- Section Engineer (Signalling): B.E./B.Tech in relevant Electrical/Electronics disciplines with minimum 5 years experience.
- Section Engineer (Telecom): B.E./B.Tech in relevant Electrical/Electronics disciplines with minimum 5 years experience.
- Section Engineer (Track): B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering with minimum 5 years experience.
Pay Scale & Salary
| Post Name |
Salary (IDA Scale / Consolidated Pay) |
| General Manager (Traction) |
Revised IDA scale of ₹120,000‑280,000 (≈ CTC ₹3.4 Lacs/month) for contract/deputation; consolidated pay of ₹1,70,000/month for post‑superannuation. |
| Deputy General Manager (Operations), Surat |
Revised IDA scale of ₹70,000‑200,000 (≈ CTC ₹2.1 Lacs/month) for contract/deputation; consolidated pay of ₹1,00,000/month for post‑superannuation. |
| Deputy General Manager (E&M), O&M, Surat |
Revised IDA scale of ₹65,000‑190,000 (≈ CTC ₹1.9 Lacs/month) for contract/deputation; consolidated pay of ₹95,000/month for post‑superannuation. |
| Deputy General Manager (Signalling), O&M, Surat |
Revised IDA scale of ₹65,000‑190,000 (≈ CTC ₹1.9 Lacs/month) for contract/deputation; consolidated pay of ₹95,000/month for post‑superannuation. |
| Deputy General Manager (Traction), O&M, Surat |
Revised IDA scale of ₹65,000‑190,000 (≈ CTC ₹1.9 Lacs/month) for contract/deputation; consolidated pay of ₹95,000/month for post‑superannuation. |
| Asst. Manager (Various) |
IDA scale of ₹40,000‑125,000 (≈ CTC ₹1.2 Lacs/month) for contract/deputation; consolidated pay of ₹55,000‑70,000/month for post‑superannuation where applicable. |
| Supervisor / Section Engineer |
IDA scale of ₹40,000‑125,000 (≈ CTC ₹1.2 Lacs/month) for contract/deputation; consolidated pay of ₹55,000‑70,000/month for post‑superannuation where applicable. |
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Last Date for Online Application |
03‑Jun‑2026 |
Selection Process
- Written Examination (objective type) – details to be announced in the official notification.
- Interview / Viva‑voce for shortlisted candidates.
- Final merit list based on combined scores.
How to Apply
- Visit the official GMRC website: https://www.gmrc.co.in.
- Navigate to the “Career” or “Recruitment” section and locate the “GMRC Recruitment 2026” notification.
- Read the full notification PDF carefully to confirm eligibility.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link and fill in all required personal and professional details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, educational certificates, experience letters, and any other documents as specified.
- Since there is no application fee, proceed directly to submit the application.
- After successful submission, note down the application reference number for future correspondence.
Important Links
FAQ’s
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The last date is 03‑Jun‑2026.
- Is there any application fee for GMRC Recruitment 2026?
No, the notification states that there is no application fee.
- What are the age limits for the different categories?
Age limits vary by post: Contract – up to 45 years (except General Manager up to 57), Deputation – up to 58 years, Post‑Superannuation – up to 62 years. Specific limits are mentioned in the notification.
- Which engineering disciplines are eligible for the Deputy General Manager (Operations) post?
B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Engineering or Information Technology with a minimum of 10 years experience in Train Operations.
- How can I check my application status after submission?
Log in to the GMRC Careers portal using your application reference number and password to view the status.
