RITES Limited, a well-known Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Railways, has officially announced recruitment for Assistant (HR) posts.
This job offers a high salary package, job stability, and growth opportunities, making it one of the best options for fresh graduates in 2026. The best part is that no prior work experience is required, so even freshers can apply.
In this article, you will find complete details including vacancy, eligibility, salary, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, and important dates.
RITES Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | RITES Limited (Government of India Enterprise) |
| Post Name | Assistant (HR) |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 19 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 April 2026 |
| Maximum Age Limit | 30 Years |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
RITES has announced a total of 15 vacancies, distributed across different categories:
- General (UR): 8
- EWS: 2
- OBC (NCL): 1
- SC: 3
- ST: 1
Eligibility Criteria
✅ Educational Qualification
To apply for the Assistant (HR) post, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university
- Minimum marks required:
- General/EWS: 50%
- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD: 45%
👉 No work experience is required, which makes this job ideal for freshers
Age Limit
- Maximum age: 30 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD candidates: 10 years
- RITES employees: 5 years additional relaxation
Salary Structure & Benefits
Salary
- Pay Scale: ₹20,000 – ₹66,000 per month
- Approx Annual CTC: ₹8.16 Lakh
Additional Benefits
Selected candidates will also get several benefits, including:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) or leased accommodation
- Medical facilities
- Performance-related pay
- Provident Fund (PF)
- Gratuity benefits
- Group insurance
- Paid leaves and leave encashment
👉 Overall, this is considered a high-paying PSU job for graduates.
Selection Process
The selection process for RITES Assistant (HR) consists of two stages:
1️⃣ Written Examination
- Total Questions: 125 objective-type questions
- Total Marks: 125
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Negative Marking: No
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- General/EWS: 50%
- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD: 45%
👉 The written test carries 100% weightage in final selection
2️⃣ Document Verification
Candidates who qualify in the written test will be called for:
- Document verification
- Submission of original certificates
👉 Failure to produce valid documents will lead to rejection.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
The written exam is divided into three sections:
1. English Language (40 Questions)
Topics include:
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Error Detection
- Sentence Improvement
- Fill in the Blanks
- Para Jumbles
2. Data Analysis & Interpretation (40 Questions)
Important topics:
- Number Series
- Data Interpretation
- Simplification
- Profit & Loss
- Ratio & Proportion
- Time & Work
- Time & Distance
- Probability
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Permutation & Combination
3. Reasoning & General Awareness (45 Questions)
Topics include:
- Seating Arrangement
- Puzzles
- Blood Relations
- Syllogism
- Inequalities
- Coding-Decoding
- Current Affairs
👉 The syllabus is designed to test aptitude, reasoning, and basic awareness skills
Exam Centers
The written exam will be conducted at multiple locations across India, including:
- Delhi / Gurgaon
- Kolkata
- Bangalore
- Mumbai
- Hyderabad
- Guwahati
- Chennai
- Lucknow
- Patna
- Ahmedabad
- Ranchi
👉 Final exam center details will be shared in the admit card
Application Fee
- General / OBC: ₹300 + taxes
- SC / ST / EWS / PwBD: ₹100 + taxes
👉 SC/ST/PwBD candidates may receive a refund after appearing in the exam
How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps to apply:
- Visit the official RITES website
- Go to the Careers section
- Fill out the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download a copy
👉 Always keep your registration number for future use
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Important Web-Links
| Official Notification | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
Documents Required
Candidates must upload the following documents:
- 10th certificate (Date of Birth proof)
- Graduation certificates and mark sheets
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card or ID proof
- PAN card
- Passport-size photograph
- Experience certificates (if any)
👉 Applications without proper documents will be rejected.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 19 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 27 April 2026
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
- Exam Date: To be announced
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the qualification for RITES Assistant HR 2026?
A graduation degree in any discipline is required.
Q2. Is experience required for this job?
No, freshers are eligible to apply.
Q3. What is the salary for Assistant (HR) in RITES?
The approximate salary is ₹8.16 LPA.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the exam?
No, there is no negative marking.
Q5. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 27 April 2026.
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