KMRL General Manager (O&M) Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) is hiring 1 General Manager (Operations & Maintenance) in the E8 Grade on a regular or deputation basis. If you are a B.E./B.Tech engineer with 20+ years of experience in Indian Railways, Rail PSUs, or Metro Rail Corporations, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 10 June 2026. Maximum age is 55 years and the pay scale is Rs. 1,20,000 - Rs. 2,80,000 (IDA) per month.

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) General Manager (O&M) Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL), a 50:50 joint venture of the Government of India and the Government of Kerala, has released notification number KMRL/HR/2026-27/01 for 1 General Manager (Operations & Maintenance) post. KMRL runs the Kochi Metro and has now been sanctioned Phase II (JLN to InfoPark) covering 11 km and 11 stations. This is a senior leadership role ideal for serving IRSSE/IRSEE/IRSME/IRTS/IRSE officers in the SAG pay scale, or for senior officers from Rail PSUs and Metro Rail corporations.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must have a B.E./B.Tech in any branch of engineering from an AICTE or UGC recognised university or institute.
• Experience: You need a minimum of 20 years of post-qualification experience in Operations and/or Maintenance/Signalling/Rolling Stock in subsidiaries or sister companies of Indian Railways, Rail PSUs, or Metro Rail Corporations.
• Managerial experience: Out of the 20 years, at least 15 years must be in executive/managerial cadre.
• Domain exposure: You should have sufficient experience in planning, procurement, and contract management in Metro or Railway.

For Deputation Candidates

• You must be a serving IRSSE/IRSEE/IRSME/IRTS/IRSE officer of Indian Railways currently in the SAG pay scale Rs. 1,44,200 - Rs. 2,18,200 (Level-14, CDA Pattern).
• Or you must be in the pay scale of Rs. 1,20,000 - Rs. 2,80,000 (IDA Pattern) or its equivalent in Rail PSU/Metro Rail subsidiaries or sister companies.

For Regular Basis Candidates

• Candidates from Rail PSUs/CPSE/Metro Rail must be currently working in the equivalent scale, or have a minimum 2 years of experience in the immediate lower grade or its equivalent IDA/CDA scale.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 55 years as on 1 May 2026
• For deputationists from Railways, KMRL may grant relaxation of up to 2 years in total experience at the sole discretion of management

Salary

• For Regular Posts: Rs. 1,20,000 - Rs. 2,80,000 per month (IDA Pattern)
• For Deputation: As per central government deputation terms and conditions
• You will also get DA, HRA and other allowances applicable to the E8 grade in KMRL

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Shortlisting: KMRL will shortlist candidates based on qualification, experience and notification criteria. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview through their registered email.
2. Interview: A personal interview will be conducted with the shortlisted candidates. There is no written exam for this post.

Note: Merely fulfilling the minimum qualifications does not give any right to be called for interview or selection. Candidates working in Govt./Quasi Govt./Rail PSUs/Metros must produce a No Objection Certificate at the time of interview.

How to Apply

1. Go to the KMRL careers portal at kochimetro.org/careers.
2. Read the instructions carefully before starting your application.
3. Fill in the online application form by selecting the link on the KMRL website.
4. Upload scanned copies of all supporting original documents (age proof, qualification certificates, service records, payslip).
5. Submit the application online before the deadline.
6. If you are applying on deputation, also forward your application through proper channel from your parent department. The online submission will be treated as an advance copy.

Applications sent through fax or email will not be entertained.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 19 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 10 June 2026
• Reference Date for Age, Qualification & Experience: 1 May 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Lead the Operations and Maintenance functions of Kochi Metro across Phase I and the upcoming Phase II (JLN to InfoPark)
• Plan and manage day-to-day metro operations, signalling and rolling stock maintenance
• Handle planning, procurement and contract management for metro and railway operations
• Supervise executive and managerial teams across operations and maintenance verticals
• Coordinate with Indian Railways, Rail PSUs and Metro Rail Corporations for technical and operational matters
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards in metro operations
• Drive performance, efficiency and cost optimisation across the O&M functions