RLDA Joint General Manager (Civil) / Deputy General Manager (Civil) Recruitment 2025

The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Railways, has invited applications from eligible and experienced civil engineering professionals for the post of Joint General Manager (Civil) / Deputy General Manager (Civil) on deputation basis. RLDA plays a crucial role in monetizing vacant and surplus railway land across India through long-term leases and is actively involved in station redevelopment and infrastructure projects. This is a great opportunity for officers looking to work in a high-impact, pan-India organization.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: April 2025
• Last Date to Apply: April 28, 2025 (up to 17:00 hrs)
• Tentative Date of Interview: Shortly after April 28, 2025 (exact date to be announced via short notice)

Application Fees

• No application fee is applicable for this recruitment process.

Age Limit

• There is no specific age limit mentioned. However, candidates must be eligible and currently serving officers as per the eligibility criteria detailed below.

Vacancy Details

Pay Scale

• JGM (Civil): Level-13 of 7th CPC (₹1,23,100 – ₹2,15,900)
• DGM (Civil): Level-12 of 7th CPC (₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200)

Eligibility Criteria

For Joint General Manager (Civil):

• Must be working on analogous posts or be a Group ‘A’ officer in Level-13 or Level-12 of IRSE cadre of Indian Railways.
• Alternatively, Civil Engineering officers from Central/State Government or PSUs/Statutory Authorities with 9 years of Group ‘A’ service in an equivalent grade.
• Educational Qualification: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.

For Deputy General Manager (Civil):

• Must be working on analogous posts or be a Group ‘A’/‘B’ gazetted officer in Level-12 or Level-11 of Civil Engineering cadre from Indian Railways/Central/State Government/PSUs/Statutory Authority.
• Educational Qualification:
  • Degree in Civil Engineering with minimum 6 years of service in Group ‘A’/’B’.
  • OR Diploma in Civil Engineering with 15 years of relevant experience.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience in planning and execution of land/estate-related work.
• Hands-on exposure in land management, tendering processes, and contract management.
• Proficiency in computers and working in a dynamic organizational setup.

Perks and Benefits

• Railway accommodation, TADK facility (for Railway Officers)
• Travel passes, liberal lease/self-lease facility
• Conveyance allowance or official vehicle
• Soft furnishing, caretaker, and electricity allowance
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Deputation benefits as per standard rules

How to Apply

Interested and eligible officers must apply through proper channel by submitting their application in the prescribed format (available in the Career section of RLDA’s website).

Step-by-Step Application Process:

1. Download the application form from RLDA’s official website (under Career section).
2. Fill all required details clearly and completely.
3. Attach self-attested copies of the following:
   • APARs for the last 5 years
   • Educational qualification certificates
   • Proof of experience and current designation

Selection Process

• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interaction/interview, expected to be conducted shortly after the application deadline.
• The final selection will be based on qualifications, experience, and performance in the interaction round.

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