KMRL Manager Finance Recruitment 2026

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) is hiring 1 Manager (Finance) at E3 level for its Finance team. If you are a CA, CMA (ICWAI), or full-time MBA (Finance) with 7+ years of post-qualification experience, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 27 August 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,80,000 per month under the IDA pay scale.

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) Manager (Finance) Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

KMRL has released Advt. No. KMRL/HR/2026-27/07 dated 4 August 2026 to hire a Manager (Finance) at E3 level to handle Ind AS financial statements, GST compliance, and IT compliance for the organization. KMRL is a 50:50 Joint Venture of the Government of India and the Government of Kerala running the Kochi Metro network, which is now expanding under Phase II (JLN to Info Park) — adding to the finance function's workload and importance. Candidates with SAP knowledge or experience at a listed/Ind AS-compliant company get preference. As KMRL's First Phase is fully operational and Phase II scales up the network further, the Finance team plays a growing role in keeping statutory, tax, and IT compliance on track. This is a strong opportunity for finance professionals from PSUs, Metro Rail companies, or large private organizations to move into a senior finance role at one of Kerala's key infrastructure PSUs.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: CA, CMA (ICWAI), or full-time regular MBA with Finance specialization, minimum 60% marks from a recognized university/institute.
• Experience: At least 7 years of post-qualification experience handling Ind AS financial statements, GST compliance, or IT compliance in a large public or private sector organization. Articleship or industrial training does not count as post-qualification experience.
• Preferred: Knowledge of SAP; current employment at a listed company or an Ind AS-compliant company.
• Candidates from Government/CPSE/Metro Rail companies should be working in an equivalent scale, or have at least 2 years in the immediate lower grade.
• Private sector candidates must have a current CTC of at least Rs. 12.00 lakh per annum, supported by Form 16 or payslip proof, along with proof of your current employer's annual turnover.
• You should be ready to submit past employment service certificates (with dates of joining and relieving) and your latest appointment letter and payslip as proof of your current experience.

Note: Meeting the minimum experience of 7 years does not automatically entitle you to be selected for the E3 Manager position — KMRL may offer the next lower grade (E2) instead, based on your suitability, performance, and prior pay drawn. The decision of the management is final.

KMRL management reserves the right to cancel or amend this advertisement at any time, and acceptance or rejection of any application will be at the sole discretion of the management. Incomplete applications are liable to be rejected, and the evaluation of equivalency of your qualification, if any, will also be at KMRL's discretion.

Age Limit

• You should be up to 40 years old as on 1 August 2026.
• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per reservation rules for reserved categories.

Salary

• Manager (Finance) - E3 gets an IDA pay scale of Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,80,000 per month.
• Initial pay is normally fixed at the minimum of the scale, though management can grant advance increments for a strong profile, and pay protection is given to eligible employees as per government guidelines.
• You will also get allowances and career growth opportunities as per KMRL rules.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

1. Written Test / Computer-Based Test — conducted if KMRL decides it is needed, based on the number of shortlisted applicants.
2. Interview — only shortlisted candidates are informed, by email. No other mode of communication is used.

KMRL reserves the right to shortlist applicants at its sole discretion, and no correspondence will be entertained regarding conduct or result of the test/interview. No TA/DA is paid for attending the selection process, and KMRL may maintain a waitlist of candidates for filling similar future vacancies.

How to Apply

1. Go to kochimetro.org/careers and read the instructions carefully.
2. Fill in the online application form using the link on the KMRL website.
3. Upload scanned copies of your proof of age, educational qualification mark sheets/certificates, service/experience certificates, CTC proof (Form 16/payslip), and your current employer's annual turnover documents.
4. If you are currently employed in a Government/Quasi-Government/PSU organization, keep a "No Objection Certificate" ready to produce at the test/interview stage.
5. Submit your application before the deadline — applications sent by fax or email will not be accepted.

Keep checking kochimetro.org for any corrigendum or addendum to this advertisement — updates are posted only on the official website. KMRL will not entertain any correspondence about why you were not called for the test/interview or about the outcome of the selection process.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 4 August 2026
• Application Start Date: 4 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 27 August 2026

• Prepare and review Ind AS-compliant financial statements
• Handle GST compliance, filing, and reconciliation
• Manage IT compliance related to finance operations
• Monitor budgets, cash flow, and financial controls
• Coordinate with auditors during statutory and internal audits
• Support financial planning and MIS reporting for management
• Ensure timely compliance with regulatory and tax filings