RVNL General Manager (IT) Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) is hiring 1 General Manager (IT) on a regular basis for its S&T/IT Department. You will be posted at the Corporate Office in New Delhi. The pay scale is Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 2,80,000 (IDA) plus allowances. This is a senior leadership role in a Navratna Central PSU under the Ministry of Railways. The final list of eligible candidates has been published, and interviews will be scheduled soon.

RVNL General Manager (IT) Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

RVNL, a Government of India Enterprise, handles rail infrastructure, metro projects, highways, bridges, tunnels and other major projects across India and abroad. This recruitment (Advertisement No. 30/2025) is for an experienced IT professional from a Government or PSU background to lead IT operations at the corporate level. The role is at Grade E-8, which is one of the senior-most levels in RVNL.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification (Essential)

• B.E./B.Tech (4-year full-time) in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Information Technology / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Electrical Communication, or any equivalent IT discipline
• OR MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
• OR M.Sc. (Computer Science / IT)

Desirable Qualification

• MBA / PG Diploma in Management (Information Systems / IT / Operations / General Management)

Experience (Essential)

• Minimum 15 years of post-qualification experience in Government / PSU environment
• Experience should include work in one or more of: IT infrastructure planning, cyber security, data centres, SAP/ERP systems, enterprise applications, digital transformation, e-governance systems

Grade Criteria (Essential)

• CDA officers: Holding post in Level-14 on regular basis, OR Level-13 with minimum 17 years of Group A service
• IDA/PSU officers: Holding post in E-8 (Rs. 1,20,000-2,80,000) on regular basis, OR E-7 (Rs. 1,00,000-2,60,000) for 4 years on regular basis

Only candidates currently working in Government Organisations / PSUs / Central Government Companies / Metro Rail Corporations on regular basis are eligible. Private sector candidates are not eligible.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 57 years as on the closing date of the original advertisement (27.01.2026)

Salary

• Pay Scale (IDA): Rs. 1,20,000 - Rs. 2,80,000 per month plus applicable allowances
• Additional benefits: Perks, Lease/HRA, Medical benefits, EPF, Gratuity as per company rules
• Service Bond: Rs. 8 Lakhs for a minimum period of 3 years

Application Fee

• No application fee is mentioned in the official notification

Selection Process

1. Screening by Scrutiny Committee: Applications will be screened to verify eligibility based on the criteria in the advertisement
2. Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called. Your domain knowledge, experience, overall performance and suitability for the post will be assessed
3. Document Verification: You need to bring original documents at the time of interview for verification
4. Medical Examination: Selected candidates must pass a medical fitness test as per RVNL policy (at your own cost)

No written exam -- selection is based on interview only.

How to Apply

1. Fill the application in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) along with the checklist (Annexure-II)
2. Attach self-attested copies of all relevant supporting documents
3. Scan and compile everything into a single PDF file
4. Email the PDF to career@rvnl.org
5. Mention the Advertisement No. 30/2025 and post name in the email subject line

Applications through post, hand delivery, online portals, or job portals will not be accepted. Only email applications are valid.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 29 December 2025
• Application Start Date: 29 December 2025
• Original Closing Date: 27 January 2026
• Final Eligibility List Published: 01 April 2026
• Current Status Closing Date: 15 April 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (eligible candidates will be informed separately)

• Lead IT infrastructure planning, implementation and management across RVNL's corporate office and project sites
• Manage cyber security operations, data centre facilities and network infrastructure for the organization
• Handle SAP/ERP systems administration, upgrades and user support for smooth business operations
• Prepare IT strategy and digital transformation roadmap aligned with RVNL's business goals and government guidelines
• Monitor enterprise application development, deployment and maintenance across all departments
• Work with vendors and service providers for IT procurement, contracts and service-level management
• Assist in implementing e-governance initiatives and ensure compliance with government IT policies and standards
• Follow MeitY guidelines, cyber security frameworks and IT audit requirements for a Navratna PSU