Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) has released the detailed official employment notification (Advt No. CO/P-R/02/2026) for the recruitment of 201 Non-Executive posts across multiple departments. The vacancies include Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), Station Master, Junior Engineer, Track Maintainer, Section Controller, and Technician roles. Candidates looking for Sarkari Naukri should carefully read the complete notification before applying. The online application link will be activated in the last week of August 2026. Stay tuned to rojgar khabar for the latest updates on Sarkari Result 2026, Upcoming Govt Jobs, and complete exam details.
KRCL Non-Executive Posts Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement No. | CO/P-R/02/2026 |
| Application Begin | Last Week of August 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | To be Announced |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | To be Announced |
| Exam Date | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Update Here Soon |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm exact dates from the KRCL official website once the apply link is activated.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 1,180/- (₹1000 + ₹180 GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹ 1,180/- (₹ 1000 Refundable after CBT) |
| All Category Female / Minorities / EBC | ₹ 1,180/- (₹ 1000 Refundable after CBT) |
| Payment Mode | Pay the Examination Fee Through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI Fee Mode Only. |
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age for Group C Posts: 36 Years (For ALP, JE, SSE, Station Master, etc.)
- Maximum Age for Group D Posts: 45 Years (For Track Maintainer)
- Age Relaxation Extra: SC/ST candidates get 5 years, and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates get 3 years of age relaxation as per KRCL Recruitment Rules. Exemptions also apply to Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, and serving KRCL employees.
KRCL Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria 2026 : Total 201 Posts
(Note: Preference is given first to Land Loser candidates, second to candidates registered with Employment Exchanges along the Konkan Railway route, and third to domiciles of Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka & KRCL employees).
| Post Name (Pay Level) | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total | Educational Qualification & Eligibility Criteria |
| Junior Engineer – Civil (Level 6) | 12 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 25 | 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering OR B.Sc in Civil Engineering OR Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. (Medical: A-3) |
| Track Maintainer – IV (Level 1) | 14 | 13 | 0 | 19 | 11 | 57 | Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass from a recognized board. (Medical: A-3). Note: Filled through Land Loser candidates primarily. |
| Senior Section Engineer (S&T) (Level 7) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 05 | 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/ Electronics/ IT/ Communication/ Computer Science Engineering. (Medical: A-3) |
| ESTM-III (Level 2) | 11 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15 | Matriculation + ITI (Electrician/ Electronics Mechanic/ Wireman) OR Matriculation + CCAA OR 10+2 with Physics and Maths. (Medical: B-1) |
| Section Controller (Level 6) | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 09 | Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. (Medical: A-2) |
| Station Master (Level 6) | 11 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 15 | Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. (Medical: A-2) |
| Goods Train Manager (Level 5) | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 10 | Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. (Medical: A-2) |
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) (Level 2) | 21 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 30 | Matriculation + ITI (Armature & Coil Winder/ Electrician/ Electronics Mech/ Fitter/ Heat Engine/ Instrument Mech/ Machinist/ Mech Diesel/ Motor Vehicle/ Millwright/ Radio & TV/ Refrigeration/ Tractor Mech/ Turner/ Wireman) OR CCAA OR Diploma/Degree in Mech/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering. (Medical: A-1) |
| Senior Section Engineer (Mechanical) (Level 7) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 06 | 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics/ Manufacturing/ Mechatronics/ Industrial/ Machining/ Instrumentation/ Automobile/ Production Engineering. (Medical: A-3) |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) (Level 6) | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 07 | 3-Year Diploma OR Degree in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics/ Manufacturing/ Mechatronics/ Industrial/ Machining/ Automobile/ Production Engineering. (Medical: A-3) |
| Technician/III (Mechanical) (Level 2) | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 15 | Matriculation + ITI (Fitter/ Mechanic Diesel/ Heavy Vehicles/ Motor Vehicle/ Tractor Mechanic/ Welder/ Painter/ Electrician/ Wireman/ Electronics Mechanic) OR CCAA. (Medical: B-1) |
| Commercial Supervisor (Level 6) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 07 | Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. (Medical: C-1) |
Mode of Selection Process
The selection process for Konkan Railway Recruitment 2026 varies by post and consists of the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): The primary screening stage for all posts. (Conducted in English, Hindi, Marathi, Konkani, and Kannada).
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) / OMR Aptitude Test: Applicable ONLY for Section Controller, Station Master, and Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP). (Weightage: 70% CBT + 30% Aptitude Test).
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Applicable ONLY for the post of Track Maintainer. (Qualifying in nature).
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of educational, category, and land-loser certificates.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must pass strict railway medical fitness standards according to their post category (e.g., A-1, A-2, A-3, B-1, C-1).
KRCL Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Details (For Track Maintainer)
Based on CBT merit, candidates (3 times the vacancies) will be called for the mandatory PET.
- Male Candidates:
- Lift and carry 35 Kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes without putting it down.
- Run 1000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds in one chance.
- Female Candidates:
- Lift and carry 20 Kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes without putting it down.
- Run 1000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds in one chance.
KRCL Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
The CBT duration for all posts is 90 Minutes. There is a negative marking rule in effect for incorrect answers.
| Post Category | Exam Pattern (100 Questions Total) |
| SSE (S&T) & SSE (Mechanical) | General Science (10), Basic Math (20), Gen. Awareness & Reasoning (20), Technical Ability (50) |
| JE (Mechanical) | General Science (15), Basic Math (25), Gen. Awareness & Reasoning (30), Technical Ability (30) |
| JE (Civil) | General Science (10), Basic Math (20), Gen. Awareness & Reasoning (20), Technical Ability (50) |
| Sec. Controller, Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Commercial Supervisor | General Science (25), Basic Math/Aptitude (35), Gen. Awareness & Reasoning (40) |
| Technician-III (Mechanical) | General Science (20), Mathematics (30), Gen. Intelligence, Reasoning & Awareness (50) |
| ESTM-III | General Science (25), Basic Math (25), Gen. Awareness & Reasoning (30), Technical Ability (20) |
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | General Science (15), Basic Math (20), Gen. Awareness & Reasoning (25), Technical Ability (40) |
| Track Maintainer | Basic Mathematics (20), Basic Science (30), Gen. Awareness & Current Affairs (50) |
(Note: The complete and exhaustive topic-wise technical syllabus for Engineering, Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical streams is available in the official PDF notification).
How To Apply Online for KRCL Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the Konkan Railway (KRCL) Non-Executive post can submit their application online before the Last Date. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the official website of Konkan Railway at
konkanrailway.com. - Step 2: Navigate to the “Recruitment” section, then click on “Current Notification”.
- Step 3: Select the Advertisement Number CO/P-R/02/2026 and read the official guidelines thoroughly.
- Step 4: Keep scanned copies of your passport-size photograph (30-70 KB, white background), signature (30-70 KB), and required caste/income certificates ready.
- Step 5: Click on the “Apply Online” button to register and generate your login credentials.
- Step 6: Log in and fill out the detailed application form, strictly indicating your status as a Land loser, Employment Exchange registered, or Domicile candidate. You can apply for multiple posts in a single application by setting your preferences.
- Step 7: Pay the application fee online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Step 8: Submit the final application and take a printout of the confirmation page for document verification stages.
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Important Questions about KRCL Recruitment (FAQ)
Q1: What is the age limit for Konkan Railway Group C and D posts?
The age limit is calculated as of 01/08/2026. For Group C posts (like ALP, SM, JE), the age limit is 18 to 36 years. For Group D posts (Track Maintainer), the age limit is 18 to 45 years. Standard age relaxations apply for SC/ST and OBC candidates.
Q2: Will I get a refund on the KRCL application fee?
Yes, candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Minorities, EBC, and PwBD categories who pay the initial fee will receive a refund of ₹ 1000 (minus bank charges) after they appear for the Computer Based Test (CBT).
Q3: What is the physical test (PET) for the Track Maintainer post?
The PET for Track Maintainer includes lifting and carrying a specified weight (35kg for males, 20kg for females) for 100 meters in 2 minutes, followed by a 1000-meter run to be completed within a specified time limit (4 mins 15 secs for males, 5 mins 40 secs for females).
Q4: Can I apply for multiple posts in this Konkan Railway Recruitment?
Yes, candidates who possess the required eligibility conditions can apply for multiple posts in a single application by indicating their order of preference. However, they must pay the prescribed examination fee for each CBT Examination Group selected.
Q5: Who gets priority in the KRCL selection process?
First preference is given to Land loser candidates (whose land was acquired for the Konkan Railway Line). Second preference is for candidates registered in Employment Exchanges along the KR route, followed by other domicile candidates of Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and serving KRCL employees.
