National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has released a vacancy notice for the recruitment of Technician posts on absorption basis. This recruitment is for regular/contractual employees working in the Operations & Maintenance departments of Indian Railways, Government-owned or Government-operated Railways, Metro Railways, or RRTS systems.
Through this vacancy notice, NHSRCL will fill 237 Technician posts in various disciplines including Civil/Track, Electrical, Signalling & Telecom, and Rolling Stock. Selected candidates will be placed in the IDA pay scale of ₹35,000 – ₹1,10,000 (NE-2).
NHSRCL Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited |
| Post Name | Technician |
| Total Posts | 237 |
| Vacancy Notice No. | 35/2026 to 49/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Absorption Basis |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,000 – ₹1,10,000, IDA Pay Scale, NE-2 |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Medical Standard | Bee-One (B-1) |
| Place of Posting | Anywhere in NHSRCL / MAHSR Project |
| Selection Process | CBT, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Application Fee | ₹400 for UR/EWS/OBC |
| Fee Exemption | SC, ST and Women candidates |
| Experience Required | Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience |
Vacancy Details
| Vacancy No. | Post Name | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 35/2026 | Technician Civil/Track-Fitter | 18 |
| 36/2026 | Technician Civil/Track-Mechanic | 16 |
| 37/2026 | Technician Civil/Track-Draughtsman | 08 |
| 38/2026 | Technician Civil/Track-Surveyor | 07 |
| 39/2026 | Technician Civil/Track-Electrician | 08 |
| 40/2026 | Technician Civil/Track-Welder | 06 |
| 41/2026 | Technician Civil-Plumber | 02 |
| 42/2026 | Technician Civil-Painter | 02 |
| 43/2026 | Technician Electrical | 77 |
| 44/2026 | Technician Signalling & Telecom | 63 |
| 45/2026 | Technician Rolling Stock-Fitter | 10 |
| 46/2026 | Technician Rolling Stock-Machinist | 02 |
| 47/2026 | Technician Rolling Stock-Welder | 02 |
| 48/2026 | Technician Rolling Stock-Electrician | 13 |
| 49/2026 | Technician Rolling Stock-RAC | 03 |
| Total | 237 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have the required qualification according to the post and trade. The main qualification options are:
For Civil/Track Posts
Candidates should have one of the following:
- Matriculation/SSLC with ITI in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institution, or
- Matriculation/SSLC with completed Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade, or
- Three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a government-recognized institute.
Relevant trades include Fitter, Mechanic, Draughtsman, Surveyor, Electrician, Welder, Plumber and Painter.
For Electrical Post
Candidates should have:
- Matriculation/SSLC with ITI in Electrician or equivalent trade, or
- Completed Act Apprenticeship in Electrician or equivalent trade, or
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
For Signalling & Telecom Post
Candidates should have:
- Matriculation/SSLC with ITI in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Operator or equivalent trade, or
- Completed Act Apprenticeship in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Operator or equivalent trade, or
- Diploma in Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Electronics, Computer, Information Technology Engineering or equivalent.
For Rolling Stock Posts
Candidates should have ITI, Act Apprenticeship, or Diploma qualification in the related trade/discipline such as:
- Fitter
- Machinist/Turner
- Welder
- Electrician/Electronic Mechanic
- MRAC
- Mechanical
- Electrical/Electronics related disciplines
Important Note: Candidates having higher qualification like BE/B.Tech but without the required ITI/Diploma essential qualification are not eligible for these Technician posts.
Experience Required
For all posts, candidates must have minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.
The experience must be in the Operations & Maintenance departments of:
- Indian Railways
- Government-owned Railways
- Government-operated Railways
- Metro Railways
- RRTS systems
Candidates must submit a Competency Certificate or Experience Certificate issued by their employer. The certificate should clearly mention the required work experience, including year-wise details of the nature and type of work performed.
Teaching, faculty, apprenticeship, internship, proprietorship, partnership and freelancer experience will not be counted as required work experience.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for NHSRCL Technician Recruitment 2026 is:
35 years
Eligibility and experience will be calculated as on 30 June 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / Women Candidates | No Fee |
The application fee is non-refundable. Transaction processing charges, if applicable, will be extra.
Selection Process
The selection process may include:
- Computer Based Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
NHSRCL may include or remove any selection stage as per management decision.
Job Profile
Selected candidates will work in technical operation and maintenance roles related to India’s high-speed rail project.
Civil/Track Domain
Candidates selected in Civil/Track posts may be responsible for:
- Civil and track inspection
- Surveying
- Track maintenance
- Operation and maintenance of civil/track structures
- Depot, station and infrastructure-related maintenance
- Store activities
- Emergency restoration work
Electrical Domain
Electrical Technician duties may include:
- Maintenance and inspection of HSR electrical systems
- Traction power supply work
- Transmission and distribution power supply systems
- OHE related work
- E&M maintenance
- Utility relocation and modification
- SCADA related work
- Troubleshooting and testing activities
Signalling & Telecom Domain
S&T Technicians may work on:
- Electronic Interlocking System
- ATP/ATO systems
- Signals and point machines
- Axle counters
- Radio and telecom systems
- Telephone exchange
- PA, PIDS, CCTV, FOTS and clock systems
- Maintenance manuals and reports
- O&M contract management
Rolling Stock Domain
Rolling Stock Technician duties may include:
- Preventive and corrective maintenance of rolling stock
- Working with diagnostic tools
- Assisting senior engineers
- Ensuring safety and compliance
- Maintenance of rolling stock machinery and equipment
- Training and on-the-job skill development
The work may involve shift duties, night-shift maintenance and emergency restoration work as per operational requirements.
Medical Standard
The required medical standard is:
Bee-One (B-1)
Selected candidates may also be required to undergo additional medical examinations such as Audiometry and Perimetry, depending on operational safety requirements.
Place of Posting
Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in:
NHSRCL / MAHSR Project
MAHSR refers to the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project.
Important Conditions
Candidates should note the following points before applying:
- Only one application can be submitted against vacancy notice numbers 35/2026 to 49/2026.
- CBT for all posts may be conducted on the same day and same time.
- Incomplete applications or applications without supporting documents may be rejected.
- Selection will be subject to medical fitness.
- Appointed candidates will be on probation for one year.
- Selected candidates may have to serve at any NHSRCL location.
- Candidates selected for the post must execute a surety bond of ₹3,00,000 to serve the corporation for a minimum period of 4 years.
- If training is provided, candidates may have to execute a separate training bond for the cost of training and applicable service tax.
Pay and Benefits
The pay scale for the Technician posts is:
₹35,000 – ₹1,10,000 under IDA Pay Scale, NE-2
Selected candidates may also get benefits such as:
- Perks
- HRA
- Medical benefits
- Other allowances
- EPF
- Gratuity
Benefits will be applicable as per NHSRCL rules.
How to Apply
Candidates should apply as per the official Guidelines to Apply mentioned by NHSRCL. Before submitting the application, candidates must carefully check their eligibility, post preference, qualification, experience and supporting documents.
The provided notice does not clearly mention the application start date or last date, so candidates should check the official NHSRCL website and official application guidelines before applying.
Important Links
| Link | Status |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click here for full notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Website | Offical Website |