RLDA Recruitment 2025: Apply for Joint General Manager / Deputy General Manager (Civil) Post on Deputation Basis

The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA), which works under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has announced a job opening for the position of Joint General Manager (Civil) or Deputy General Manager (Civil). This recruitment is on a deputation basis and is a great opportunity for experienced civil engineers from Central or State Government departments, PSUs, or Indian Railways to be part of a respected organization.

RLDA plays a crucial role in the development and monetization of railway land and air space through long-term leasing and station redevelopment projects across India. The selected candidate will be posted in Nagpur, Maharashtra, and will be involved in planning and execution of land and estate projects.

Important Dates

• The last date to submit the application: 4th July 2025, by 5:00 PM.
• Tentative Date of Interview: Shortly after 04 July 2025 (exact date to be notified later)

Application Fee

• No application fee has been specified for this recruitment process.

Age Limit

• For Deputation:
  • The candidate’s age should not exceed the maximum prescribed limit as per deputation norms.
  • Specifically:
    • Joint General Manager (JGM): Preferably below 56 years
    • Deputy General Manager (DGM): Preferably below 56 years
  • The age limit will be calculated based on the closing date of the vacancy notice, which is 4th July 2025.

Vacancy Details

• Position Title: Joint General Manager (Civil) or Deputy General Manager (Civil)
• Number of Vacancies: 01
• Location: Nagpur (subject to change as per RLDA’s pan-India project requirements)
• Nature of Appointment: Deputation basis
• Tenure: 5 years (3 years initially + extendable up to 2 additional years)

Salary / Pay Scale

• Joint General Manager (Civil) will receive a salary under Pay Level-13 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
• Deputy General Manager (Civil): Pay Level-12 as per 7th CPC
• Officers from PSUs will be placed in the equivalent IDA pay scales (E-6, E-5, or E-4 depending on experience and role).

Eligibility Criteria

For Joint General Manager (Civil):

• Must be working on an analogous post or as a Group ‘A’ officer in Level 13/12 of the IRSE cadre in Indian Railways or equivalent grade in Civil Engineering in Central/State Government, PSUs, or Statutory Authorities.
• The candidate should have 9 years of experience in Group ‘A’ services or an equivalent role.

For Deputy General Manager (Civil):

• Should be working on an analogous post or as a Group ‘A’ or ‘B’ Gazetted officer in Level 12/11 of Civil Engineering cadre in Railways/Central/State Govt./PSUs/Statutory Authorities.
• Must have:
  • A Degree in Civil Engineering with at least 6 years of experience in Group ‘A’/‘B’; OR
  • A Diploma in Civil Engineering with at least 15 years of experience in relevant roles.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in planning and execution of land or estate development projects.
• Background in land management, tendering, and project coordination.
• Good knowledge of computer operations and engineering software tools.

Job Responsibilities

• Planning and execution of civil engineering and infrastructure development projects.
• Handling tasks related to tenders, contracts, land development, and station redevelopment projects.
• Coordination with internal departments, railways, and external stakeholders.
• Managing land-related technical and administrative matters under RLDA mandates.

How to Apply

1. Mode of Application: Offline through proper channel.
2. Documents Required:
   • Duly filled application in the prescribed format.
   • Self-attested copies of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) for the past 5 years.
   • Vigilance/DAR clearance.
   • Complete bio-data, verified by controlling authority.