RailTel Corporation of India Ltd., a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Government of India (Ministry of Railways), is inviting applications for 1 post of Advisor (Signalling) – Northern Region/ Delhi NCR on contract under Vacancy Notice No. 20/2026. The post is open only to ex-IRSSE cadre officers retired from Level-14 or above in the CDA Pay matrix (7th CPC). The typed application must be sent to the Sr DGM/HR at RailTel's New Delhi office and must be received by 5 December 2026.
RailTel Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | RailTel Corporation of India Ltd. |
| Advertisement No. | Vacancy Notice No. 20/2026 (No. RCIL-COOHR/4/2025-Part(1)(Comp no.54202) dated 06-11-2026) |
| Post | Advisor (Signalling) – Northern Region/ Delhi NCR |
| Vacancies | 01 |
| Pay | Consolidated lump sum per month equal to Last Pay + DA drawn minus Pension (before commutation) |
| Qualification | IRSSE officer retired from Level-14 or above in CDA Pay matrix (7th CPC) |
| Age Limit | Not more than 62 years as on the closing date of application |
| Job Location | Northern Region/ Delhi NCR |
| Apply By | Post (typed application addressed to Sr DGM/HR, New Delhi) |
| Last Date | 05-12-2026 (last date of receipt of application) |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About RailTel
RailTel is a "Navratna" Central Public Sector Enterprise and an ICT provider. The notice describes it as one of the largest neutral telecom infrastructure providers in the country, owning a Pan-India optic fiber network laid along railway tracks, and as a listed company aiming to modernise the telecom system for train control, operation and safety. Its registered and corporate office is at East Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi.
Through its strategic relationship with the Indian Railways, RailTel undertakes projects such as IP based video surveillance at stations, 'e-Office' services and short haul and long haul connectivity, and also provides passenger services including content on demand and Wi-Fi at major railway stations.
Where and How to Send
The application must be neatly typed on A-4 size paper in the format prescribed by RailTel and addressed and sent to:
Sr DGM/HR, RailTel Corporation of India Ltd., Plate-A, 6th Floor, Office Block, Tower-2, East Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi-110023
- Type the application neatly on A-4 size paper in the format prescribed in the notice.
- Sign the application and make sure it is complete in all respects.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of the documents listed under Enclosures below.
- Superscribe the application as "Application for the post of Advisor (Signalling) - Northern Region".
- Send it to the address above so that it reaches the office by 05-12-2026.
The notice does not mention a particular postal mode (speed post, registered post or by hand).
Posts, Eligibility and Pay
RailTel is seeking a dynamic, experienced and result-oriented ex-IRSSE cadre officer with good experience of working in Railway Signalling, including Planning, Design, Maintenance, Construction, Training, Estimate/Tender, along with EPC contract exposure pertaining to Railway Signaling Infrastructure.
- Post and vacancies: Advisor (Signalling) – Northern Region/ Delhi NCR, 01 post.
- Eligibility: IRSSE officer retired from Level-14 or above in CDA Pay matrix (7th CPC).
- Educational qualification: The official notification does not specify the minimum educational qualification.
- Experience: More than 30 years of working experience in Railway Signalling including Planning, Design, Maintenance, Construction, Training, Estimate/Tender along with EPC contract exposure pertaining to Railway Signaling Infrastructure.
- Age limit: The applicant should not be more than 62 years of age as on the closing date of application.
- Compensation: Consolidated lump sum payment per month will be equal to Last Pay + DA drawn minus Pension (before commutation).
- Contract duration: The engagement shall initially be for a period of one year, extendable based on organizational requirement, performance and mutual consent, subject to the maximum prescribed age limit, whichever is earlier.
Candidates should check the official notification for the complete eligibility conditions of the post.
Enclosures
Self-attested photocopies of the following documents must accompany the application:
- Pay Pension Order (P.P.O)
- Service Certificate issued by previous employer at the time of retirement
- One page write-up of work handled, including significant achievements, if any
- Address of the Vigilance Department of the previous employer for collecting D&AR and Vigilance Clearance
An application not accompanied by the P.P.O, the Service Certificate and the address of the previous employer's Vigilance Department, and any incomplete or vague application, will be rejected summarily.
Selection Process
Selection for the Advisor (Signalling) post shall be based on scrutiny of applications and a personal interview.
- Scrutiny of applications: the applications received are examined first.
- Personal Interview: the second stage of selection.
- Vigilance clearance: shall be obtained from the organization from which the applicant retired.
- Medical examination: selected candidates will have to undergo a medical examination/health check-up and will be considered for engagement as Consultant/Advisor only if found medically fit.
The notice does not give an interview date or venue.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notice | 06-11-2026 |
| Last Date of Receipt of Application | 05-12-2026 |
Important Instructions
- Only the receipt date counts: the application must reach RailTel's office by 05-12-2026.
- The engagement is a service contract, not a regular appointment, initially for one year.
- Any extension depends on organizational requirement, performance and mutual consent, and cannot go beyond the maximum prescribed age limit.
- RailTel's office contact as printed on the notice: T: +91 11 22900600, F: +91 11 22900699.
- The notice is signed by Mandeep Sahni, Joint General Manager HR.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| RailTel Vacancy Notice No. 20/2026 PDF | Official notice for Advisor (Signalling) |
| RailTel Advisor (Signalling) Application Format | Application format for the post |
| RailTel Official Website | www.railtelindia.com |