Kolkata Metro Recruitment Apply 2026

The Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation / Metro Railway Kolkata has announced recruitment updates for its 2026 hiring session. Opportunities are open across various operational, technical, administrative, and maintenance departments, including positions for Station Controllers, Train Operators, Technicians, Junior Engineers, and Act Apprentices.

Eligible candidates with qualifications ranging from 10th Standard / ITI to Diplomas and Graduation Degrees can submit their applications online through the official web portal before the closing deadlines.

Recruitment Overview

Organizing Body: Metro Railway, Kolkata (KMRC / Indian Railways)
Post Names: Station Controller, Train Operator, Junior Engineer, Technician, Act Apprentice, Security Staff & Administrative Posts
Application Mode: Online Only
Job Category: Government Jobs / Railway & Urban Transit Jobs
Job Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
Selection Process: Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Skill Test, Document Verification, and Comprehensive Medical Examination

Vacancy & Qualification Details

Train Operator / Station Controller: Graduation Degree (B.Sc / B.A. / B.Com) OR Diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Telecommunication) from a recognized institute.
Junior Engineer (JE): 3-year Diploma or B.E. / B.Tech in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, or Signal & Telecommunication streams.
Technician / Act Apprentice (Fitter, Electrician, Machinist, Welder): 10th Standard (Matriculation) pass with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks along with an ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade.
Security Staff / Helper / Cleaner: Passed 10th Standard or 12th Standard (10+2) from a recognized education board.

Age Limit & Pay Scale

Apprentice / Entry Level Technical Posts: 15 to 24 Years / 18 to 30 Years
Executive & Engineering Posts: 18 to 33 Years
Age Relaxation: Standard upper age relaxations apply as per government rules (5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, and 10 years for PwBD applicants).
Pay Structure: Varies from Pay Level 2 (Rs. 19,900/- PM base) up to Level 7 (Rs. 44,900/- PM base) depending on the post grade.

Application Fee

General / OBC Categories: Rs. 100/- to Rs. 500/- (depending on post category; refundable portions apply for CBT exams as per Railway norms)
SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates: Fully exempted or reduced processing fee (Rs. 250/-)
Payment Method: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

Selection Process

Depending on the specific post profile applied for, the screening framework includes:

Stage 1: Written / Online Test (CBT) — Screening objective examination evaluating General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, and Domain Knowledge.
Stage 2: Skill Assessment / Trade Test / Psycho Test — Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for Train Operators/Station Controllers or Practical Trade Skill Test for Technicians.
Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) — Verification of original educational mark sheets, ITI/Diploma certificates, and caste credentials.
Stage 4: Medical Fitness Examination — Comprehensive medical evaluation as per Railway Medical Manual standards.

How to Apply

Visit the official website of Kolkata Metro Railway or the Central Railway Recruitment portal.
Navigate to the “Careers” or “Recruitment” section and select the active notification link for “Kolkata Metro Recruitment 2026”.
Click on “New Registration” and enter basic profile details (Name, Contact Number, Email ID, Aadhaar number) to generate provisional login credentials.
Log in and accurately complete the electronic application layout with your educational qualifications, trade preferences, and personal information.
Upload clearly scanned files of required documents, including your passport photograph, digital signature, 10th/12th mark sheet, ITI/Diploma/Degree certificates, and category certificates (if applicable).
Process the application fee using any digital payment mode.
Review all entered details in the form summary layer, submit the form, and download a printed soft copy of the confirmation page for your records.

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