RailTel Corporation of India Limited has released the RailTel Recruitment 2026 notification, announcing 53 vacancies for various technical positions under the KSWAN Project. RailTel is seeking experienced personnel for contract-based roles. Interested individuals must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and apply offline before the deadline.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications from 20 May 2026 to 30 May 2026. The application process is strictly offline, and candidates must send their documents by post to the designated RailTel Territory Office. For more information and to access the official notification PDF, visit https://www.railtelindia.com.
RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | RailTel Corporation of India Limited (A Govt. of India Undertaking), New Delhi |
| Post Name | Project Director, Project Manager, Network Specialist, Network Admin, Network Engineer, Security Specialist, Security Admin, Server Admin, Central Helpdesk, Electrical Technician, Field Engineer, Nodal Officer |
| Department | P&A Department, RailTel Southern Region – KSWAN Project |
| Total Vacancies | 53 (across 20 post categories) |
| Annual CTC | Rs. 3,68,400/- to Rs. 17,32,810/- per annum |
| Duration / Nature | Contract basis – 05 (Five) years from the date of joining |
| Application Mode | Offline only |
| Selection Mode | Interview |
| Official Website | https://www.railtelindia.com |
RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 20/05/2026 |
| Opening of Offline Application | 20-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application (by Post/Courier) | 30-05-2026 |
| Cutoff Date for Eligibility | 30-05-2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 30-05-2026 |
| Tentative Date of Interview | Will be notified later |
RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 53 vacancies are open across 20 technical posts under the KSWAN Project in the Southern Region. Most posts are located in Bangalore except Nodal Officers (anywhere in Karnataka).
| Sn | Name of Post | Location | Vacancies | Annual CTC (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Director | Bangalore | 1 | 17,32,810 |
| 2 | Project Manager | Bangalore | 1 | 13,10,400 |
| 3 | Network Specialist | Bangalore | 1 | 14,47,614 |
| 4 | Network Admin-1 | Bangalore | 3 | 11,75,010 |
| 5 | Network Admin-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 8,04,850 |
| 6 | Network Engineer-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 7,75,545 |
| 7 | Network Engineer-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,96,585 |
| 8 | Network Engineer-3 | Bangalore | 1 | 4,55,465 |
| 9 | Security Specialist | Bangalore | 1 | 12,57,027 |
| 10 | Security Admin | Bangalore | 1 | 13,36,795 |
| 11 | Server Admin-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 10,79,165 |
| 12 | Server Admin-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 10,51,445 |
| 13 | Central Helpdesk L1 | Bangalore | 3 | 3,68,400 |
| 14 | Central Helpdesk L2-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 4,74,000 |
| 15 | Central Helpdesk L2-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,95,450 |
| 16 | Electrical Technician | Bangalore | 1 | 4,20,185 |
| 17 | Field Engineer-1 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,71,385 |
| 18 | Field Engineer-2 | Bangalore | 1 | 4,62,686 |
| 19 | Field Engineer-3 | Bangalore | 1 | 5,17,835 |
| 20 | Nodal Officer | Anywhere in Karnataka | 30 | 4,14,301 |
| Total | 53 |
RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions regarding educational qualifications, length of experience, and certifications. Only Indian citizens are eligible.
| Post | Minimum Qualification | Minimum Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Project Director | B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 15 years (B.E/B.Tech) OR 18 years (BCA/BSc/MSc) |
| Project Manager | B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 13 years (B.E/B.Tech) OR 15 years (BCA/BSc/MSc) |
| Network Specialist | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 15 years total |
| Network Admin-1 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 10 years total |
| Network Admin-2 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 08 years total |
| Network Engineer-1 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 08 years |
| Network Engineer-2 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 06 years |
| Network Engineer-3 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom | 05 years |
| Security Specialist | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 15 years |
| Security Admin | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 08 years |
| Server Admin-1 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/Computers/IT/Telecom | 10 years |
| Server Admin-2 | B.E/B.Tech/M.E in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom OR BCA/BSc/MSc | 10 years |
| Central Helpdesk L1 | Diploma/BSc in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom/Electrical/BCA | 03 years |
| Central Helpdesk L2-1 | BSc in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom/Electrical/BCA | 03 years |
| Central Helpdesk L2-2 | BSc in ECE/CS/IT/Telecom/Electrical/BCA | 05-06 years |
| Electrical Technician | ITI/Diploma in Electrical | 08 years |
| Field Engineer-1 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom/EEE/Instrumentation OR MCA/MSc (IT) | 05-07 years |
| Field Engineer-2 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom/EEE/Instrumentation OR MCA/MSc (IT) | 03-05 years |
| Field Engineer-3 | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom/EEE/Instrumentation OR MCA/MSc (IT) | 05-07 years |
| Nodal Officer | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/CS/IT/Telecom/EEE/Instrumentation OR MCA/MSc (IT) | 05 years |
RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 and 50 years of age as of 30-05-2026. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories.
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS | 21 to 50 years (as on 30-05-2026) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation |
| Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years relaxation |
RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
There is no application fee mentioned in the official notification.
RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
Selection is based purely on an interview and medical examination. Final empanelment is subject to verification of eligibility.
How to Apply for RailTel KSWAN Project Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply offline. Complete the application form (Annexure-II) from the official notification. Attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents and send it by post or courier to arrive on or before 30-05-2026 during office hours.
Send your application envelope clearly superscribed with “APPLICATION FOR TECHNICAL FOR KSWAN PROJECT OF RAILTEL IN SOUTHERN REGION ON CONTRACT BASIS” to: Territory Manager/SBC, RailTel Corporation of India Limited, Territory Office, No. 6/1, 12th Main, Vasanthnagar, Opp. Mount Carmel College Gate-1 Road, BENGALURU – 560052
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline to submit applications for the RailTel KSWAN Project? Ans. You must ensure your offline application reaches the Bengaluru office by May 30, 2026.
Q2. How many total positions are open in this recruitment drive? Ans. RailTel has announced 53 vacancies across 20 technical roles under the KSWAN Project.
Q3. What is the age requirement for these contract roles? Ans. Candidates should be between 21 and 50 years old as of May 30, 2026. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories according to government rules.
Q4. Do I need to pay an application fee to apply? Ans. There is no application fee mentioned in the official notification.
Q5. How will RailTel select candidates for these technical posts? Ans. The selection is based on a personal interview followed by a medical examination. There is no written test for this recruitment.
Q6. What is the correct address to mail my application form? Ans. You need to send your filled application form and documents to the Territory Manager/SBC at the RailTel Corporation Territory Office located in Vasanthnagar, Bengaluru.
Q7. Are fresh graduates eligible for these positions? Ans. No, these are experienced roles. Every position requires a minimum of 3 to 15 years of relevant post-qualification work experience.
