🔒 Closed 🎓 B.Tech 🎓 B.E.

General Manager (Operations & Maintenance)

Kochi Metro Rail Limited
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Kochi, Kerala
Apply Deadline
27 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed 📄 View PDF Notification
📋 Recruitment Overview
Organization Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL)
Job Category PSU
Eligibility Qualification B.Tech (btech), B.E. (b.e.)
Number of Vacancies 1 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale ₹120,000 - ₹280,000 Per Month
Age Limits Maximum 55 Years
Gender Eligibility both
Experience Required - Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience in Operations, Construction, or Maintenance of Signalling/Telecom/Rolling Stock/Traction for regular posts. - For deputation: Serving officers in relevant pay scales with relevant experience. - For re-employment: Retired officers in relevant pay scales with relevant experience.
Application Fee - No application fee is mentioned for this recruitment.
📄 Details & Description
- Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) is a 50:50 Joint Venture of the Government of India and Government of Kerala, responsible for implementing and maintaining the Kochi Metro Rail project.
- Phase I of the Kochi Metro Project is fully operational, and Phase II (JLN to Info Park) has been sanctioned, covering approximately 11 km with 11 stations.
- The role involves overseeing Operations & Maintenance functions for KMRL, including planning, procurement, contract management, and maintenance of engineering systems.
- The position is primarily for General Manager (O&M) but may be filled as Additional General Manager (O&M) if suitable candidates are not found.
- The post is available on a regular, deputation, or re-employment basis, with flexible terms and conditions.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in any branch of Engineering from an AICTE/UGC-recognized University/Institute.
- For deputation: Serving IRTS/IRSSE/IRSEE/IRSME/IRSE officers of Indian Railways or equivalent in subsidiaries/sister concerns with relevant experience.
- For re-employment: Retired IRTS/IRSSE/IRSEE/IRSME/IRSE officers of Indian Railways or equivalent with relevant experience.
- For regular post: Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience in Operations, Construction, or Maintenance of Signalling/Telecom/Rolling Stock/Traction, with at least 15 years in an executive/managerial role.
- For deputation: Serving officers in SAG pay scale (Rs. 1,44,200-2,18,200) or equivalent in IDA pattern with relevant experience.
- For re-employment: Retired officers in pay scale of Rs. 1,44,200-2,18,200 or equivalent with relevant experience.
- Candidates must have sufficient exposure and experience in planning, procurement, and contract management in Metro/Railway sectors.
- For regular/contract posts, candidates from Railways/Rail PSUs/Metro/Govt. Organizations must be in the equivalent grade or immediate lower grade.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility criteria and experience.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for an interview via email registered with KMRL.
- The interview will assess the candidate's suitability for the role, including their experience, leadership, and technical skills.
- Final selection will be based on interview performance, subject to management discretion.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the selection process.
- KMRL reserves the right to cancel or amend the selection process or not fill the position.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Proof of Age: SSLC/Birth Certificate issued by the Competent Authority.
- Educational Qualifications: All year/semester mark sheets and certificates.
- Experience: Service certificates (for past employments) and appointment letters/proof of joining/latest payslip (for current experience).
- For deputationists: No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer.
- For regular/contract posts: Proof of working in the equivalent grade or immediate lower grade.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned for this recruitment.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What are the key responsibilities of the General Manager (Operations & Maintenance) position?
The General Manager (Operations & Maintenance) will primarily oversee the Operations & Maintenance functions of Kochi Metro Rail Limited, including planning, procurement, contract management, and ensuring the efficient functioning of engineering systems such as Signalling, Telecom, Rolling Stock, Traction, and Construction.
Q. What are the eligibility criteria for applying on a regular basis for the General Manager (O&M) position?
Candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech in any branch of Engineering from an AICTE/UGC recognized University/Institute and a minimum of 20 years of post-qualification experience in Operations, Construction, or Maintenance of Railways/Metro systems, with at least 15 years in an executive/managerial role.
Q. Can serving Indian Railways officers apply for this position on deputation?
Yes, serving officers from Indian Railways (IRTS/IRSSE/IRSEE/IRSME/IRSE) in the SAG or equivalent pay scales can apply for the General Manager (O&M) position on deputation, provided they meet the experience requirements.
Q. What is the pay scale for re-employed candidates selected as Chief Operations & Maintenance Manager?
Re-employed candidates selected as Chief Operations & Maintenance Manager will receive a consolidated pay of Rs. 1,70,000 per month.
Q. What is the maximum age limit for applying for the General Manager (O&M) position on a regular or deputation basis?
The maximum age limit for applying for the General Manager (O&M) position on a regular or deputation basis is 55 years as of August 1, 2026.