DMRC Director (Works) Recruitment 2026

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is hiring for the post of Director (Works) on a Direct Recruitment / Deputation basis. This is a Board-level position where the selected candidate will serve as a member of the Board of Directors of DMRC. The monthly salary ranges from Rs. 1,80,000 to Rs. 3,40,000 (IDA scale) plus allowances. You need a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering to apply. The last date to send your application is 30 April 2026.

DMRC Director (Works) Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited, a joint venture of the Government of India and the Government of NCT of Delhi, has released Advertisement No. DMRC/PERS/22/HR/2026 (225) dated 02 April 2026 for the recruitment of Director (Works). DMRC operates the Delhi Metro — one of the largest mass rapid transit systems in India — and is also involved in deposit and consultancy works in many cities across the country and abroad. This is a senior leadership role where you will report directly to the Managing Director.

Who Can Apply?

Qualification

• You need a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university or institution with a good academic record

Eligible Pay Scale (as on 01.04.2026)

• IDA Pay Scale: Public Sector Executives working in the pay scale of Rs. 1,20,000 – 2,80,000 (Revised), or Rs. 51,300 – 73,000 (Pre-revised IDA), or higher
• CDA Pay Scale: Officers working in Level 14 (Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200) of the 7th CPC, or Senior Administrative Grade (SAG) with Grade Pay of Rs. 10,000 in Pay Band 4 of Rs. 37,400 – 67,000 (Pre-revised), or higher
• You must have at least 2 years of service in the eligible pay scale as on 01.04.2026

Experience (Essential)

• Minimum 5 years' experience handling multi-disciplinary engineering projects, preferably in urban situations, including land acquisition and rehabilitation of project-affected persons
• Extensive experience in preparing tender documents, selection of contractors, and project management of important engineering structures like bridges/tunnels
• Experience and knowledge of railway-related disciplines such as track laying, signalling, electrification, and rolling stock
• Experience in all phases of rail-based urban transportation projects on international bidding contract basis — planning, bid documents, bidding, execution, commissioning, and post-commissioning
• Experience with project requirements of international funding institutions

Experience (Desirable)

• Experience in underground / elevated construction of Metro projects
• Experience in handling Consultancy Works and Land Monetization

Other Requirements

• You must be a confirmed employee of your current organisation (not on probation)
• Internal candidates must have completed at least 2 years of continuous service in DMRC as on 01.04.2026

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 45 years (as on 01.04.2026)
• Maximum age: 62 years (age of superannuation for Director in DMRC)
• Internal candidates: Must have at least 2 years of residual service as on 01.04.2026 w.r.t. the date of superannuation
• External candidates: Must have at least 3 years of residual service as on 01.04.2026 w.r.t. the date of superannuation

Salary

• Pay Scale: Rs. 1,80,000 – 3,40,000 (IDA)
• Allowances: Other allowances, perks, and privileges as per DMRC norms (including Lease/HRA, Medical, Perks, EPF, Gratuity, Insurance)
• This is a Board-level position with compensation matching top PSU executive standards

Application Fee

• No application fee is required for this post

Selection Process

1. Screening of Applications: DMRC will screen all applications received by the deadline based on eligibility criteria
2. Shortlisting: DMRC reserves the right to shortlist applicants for interview
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (schedule will be published on DMRC website). Travel reimbursement available for economy class air fare or AC 2-tier railway fare
4. Selection Committee Decision: The decision of the Selection Committee will be final

How to Apply

1. Download the application form (Annexure-I) from the official DMRC career page at delhimetrorail.com
2. Fill in all details about your qualification, experience, and career achievements (attach career achievements on a separate sheet)
3. Forward your application through proper channel along with ACRs/APARs of the last 5 years
4. Attach the Disciplinary and Vigilance Clearance certified by your present employer (Annexure "A")
5. If on deputation, also attach Disciplinary and Vigilance Clearance from your parent organisation along with No Objection Certificate (NoC)
6. Send the completed application by hard copy only (no email accepted) to:

Executive Director (HR), Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd., Metro Bhawan, Fire Brigade Lane, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi – 110001

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 02 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 30 April 2026
• Eligibility Reference Date: 01 April 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced on DMRC website

• Serve as a member of the Board of Directors of DMRC and report to the Managing Director
• Handle overall planning of projects, including design and architecture, tendering, contracting, and project administration
• Manage supervision of construction and commissioning of metro rail projects
• Monitor project progress, quality assurance, and safety across all ongoing works
• Manage cost control, land acquisition, and rehabilitation of project-affected persons and businesses
• Handle utility and traffic diversions as required for metro construction projects
• Prepare and manage tender documents, selection of contractors, and project management of bridges, tunnels, and other engineering structures
• Assist with compliance of project-related requirements from international funding institutions