The Superintending Engineer, Kolhapur Irrigation Circle, Kolhapur (Water Resources Department, Maharashtra) has issued a notification (D.G.I.P.R.-2026-27/C-5/C-1831) for the recruitment of retired officers/employees on a 1-year contract basis. Applications are invited for 1 post of Junior Engineer (Civil) to manage regional-level irrigation and ongoing project works in Kolhapur/Sangli districts. Interested retired candidates from WRD can submit their offline application form between 22/07/2026 and 31/07/2026. Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification on the official website before applying. For the latest updates on Upcoming Govt Jobs, keep visiting the rojgar khabar website.
WRD Maharashtra Kolhapur Irrigation Circle JE Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | D.G.I.P.R.-2026-27/C-5/C-1831 |
| Application Begin | 22/07/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Offline | 31/07/2026 (Up to 05:00 PM) |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm details from the WRD Maharashtra official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| All Category Female | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| Payment Mode | No Application Fee is required for this recruitment. |
Kolhapur Irrigation Circle Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
- Minimum Age: Not Applicable (As this is for retired employees).
- Maximum Age: As per WRD Maharashtra Government Rules for Contractual Re-employment of Retired Servants.
- Age Relaxation Extra as per Maharashtra Water Resources Department Recruitment Rules.
Kolhapur Irrigation Circle Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria 2026
Below are the combined details regarding the post name, total vacancies, and specific educational/professional eligibility criteria required for this contract-based Sarkari Naukri.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) / कनिष्ठ अभियंता (स्थापत्य) | 01 | – Must be a Retired Junior Engineer / Assistant Engineer Grade-2 / Section Engineer / Sub-Divisional Engineer Officer (Civil) strictly from the Water Resources Department.- Must have in-depth knowledge and sufficient experience in regional-level irrigation management and project construction.- Must have functional knowledge of the HECRAS system and general computer operations.- Note: The appointment is on a contractual basis for 1 year for specific works under the Maharashtra Response Development Program (MRDP). |
Mode of Selection Process
The selection process for the Kolhapur Irrigation Circle Retired Employee Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through the following stages:
- Shortlisting of Applications: Based on the submitted offline forms and valid WRD retirement documents.
- Personal Interview: Conducted by a designated Selection / Appointment Committee. (Final appointment orders will be issued only after final approval from the competent authority).
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of original retirement certificates, PPO (if applicable), and identity proofs.
How To Apply Offline for Kolhapur Irrigation Circle JE Recruitment 2026
Interested retired candidates who wish to apply for the Junior Engineer (Civil) post must submit their application offline before 31/07/2026 (05:00 PM). Please follow these detailed steps to ensure successful submission:
- Step 1: Download the prescribed application format from the official WRD Maharashtra website (
https://wrd.maharashtra.gov.in) or collect it from the office of the Executive Engineer, Medium Project Division No. 2, Kolhapur. - Step 2: Fill out the application form clearly with your personal details, retirement details, past posts held, and contact information.
- Step 3: Attach self-attested copies of necessary documents, including retirement orders, experience certificates, and ID proof.
- Step 4: Place the completed application form and documents in an envelope.
- Step 5: CRITICAL: You must clearly write the following heading on the top of the envelope: “सेवानिवृत्त अधिकारी/कर्मचारी यांची करार पद्धतीने कनिष्ठ अभियंता (स्थापत्य) या पदावर नेमणूक करण्याबाबत”.
- Step 6: Send the envelope via Post or submit it in person (by hand) during office hours on working days to the following address: Address: Executive Engineer, Medium Project Division No. 2, Sinchan Bhavan Premises, Tarabai Park, Kolhapur – 416003 (कार्यकारी अभियंता, मध्यम प्रकल्प विभाग क्र. २, सिंचन भवन परिसर, ताराबाई पार्क, कोल्हापूर – ४१६००३).
- Applications received after the final date and time will not be considered.
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Important Questions about WRD Kolhapur Irrigation Circle Recruitment (FAQ)
Q1: Who is eligible to apply for the Kolhapur Irrigation Circle Junior Engineer post? Ans: Only retired officers from the Water Resources Department who held the post of Junior Engineer, Assistant Engineer Grade-2, Section Engineer, or Sub-Divisional Engineer (Civil) are eligible to apply.
Q2: What is the last date to submit the offline application? Ans: The last date to submit the offline application form at the Kolhapur office is 31st July 2026, up to 05:00 PM.
Q3: Can I apply online for this vacancy? Ans: No, the application mode is strictly offline. You must send your application by post or deliver it by hand to the specified Sinchan Bhavan, Tarabai Park, Kolhapur address.
Q4: Is there any application fee required? Ans: No, there is no application fee mentioned in the official advertisement for this recruitment.
Q5: What is the duration of this employment? Ans: This is a contractual appointment specifically designated for a period of 1 year to complete regional-level irrigation management and MRDP project works.
