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South Western Railway GDCE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 258 Junior Engineer & Goods Train Manager Posts

South Western Railway (SWR), Hubballi, Karnataka, has announced 258 vacancies across five post categories under Advertisement No. 01/2026 (GDCE). The posts include Goods Train Manager, JE/Bridge, JE/P.Way, JE/Mechanical Workshop and one additional role. The vacancies are for divisions, units, workshops and headquarters of South Western Railway. Candidates must possess a Degree or Diploma in Engineering, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university or institute, as applicable to the post. The pay will be as per the direct recruitment rules of Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). The online application window is open from 9 November 2026 to 8 December 2026. Selection will involve a Computer-Based Test (CBT), document verification and medical examination.

SWR Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Organisation South Western Railway (SWR), Hubballi, Karnataka
Post Name Goods Train Manager, JE / Bridge, JE / P.Way and 2 more
No of Posts 258
Advt No No.01/2026(GDCE)
Job Type Full Time
Pay As per direct recruitment rules of RRBs
Place of Posting Divisions/Units/Workshops/Headquarters of South Western Railway
Qualification Degree or Diploma in Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University/Institute
Age Limit 18 to 42 years (as on 1 January 2027)
Apply Mode Online
Start Date 9 November 2026
Last Date 8 December 2026

Vacancy Details
Post Name Total Post Eligibility
Goods Train Manager 247
  • Degree from recognised University or its equivalent.
JE / Bridge 02
  • Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering of three years duration or (b) a combination of any sub stream of basic streams of Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute.
JE / P.Way 02
  • Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering of three years duration or (b) a combination of any sub stream of basic streams of Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute.
JE / Mechanical Workshop 05
  • Three years Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Manufacturing / Mechatronics / Industrial / Machining / Instrumentation and Control / Tools and Machining / Tools and Die Making / Automobile / Production Engineering OR(b)a combination of any sub stream of basic streams of Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics / Manufacturing / Mechatronics / Industrial / Machining / Instrumentation and Control / Tools and Machining / Tools and Die Making/ Automobile / Production Engineering from a recognised University/Institute.
JE / S&T / Signal 02
  • Three years Diploma in (a) Electrical / Electronics / Information Technology / Communication Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering OR (b) a combination of any sub stream of basic streams of Electrical / Electronics / Information Technology / Communication Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering from a recognized University / Institute.
Post Name Salary
Goods Train Manager Check the Notification
JE / Bridge Check the Notification
JE / P.Way Check the Notification
JE / Mechanical Workshop Check the Notification
JE / S&T / Signal Check the Notification

Important Dates

Event Date
Opening Date of Online Application 9 November 2026
Closing Date and Time of Online Application 8 December 2026

Age Limit

Post Posts Age Limit
Goods Train Manager 247 18 to 42 years
JE / Bridge 2 18 to 42 years
JE / P.Way 2 18 to 42 years
JE / Mechanical Workshop 5 18 to 42 years
JE / S&T / Signal 2 18 to 42 years
Total 258  

Category-wise Vacancies

Post UR OBC SC ST EWS PWD Total
Goods Train Manager 126 56 43 22 0 0 247
JE / Bridge 1 1 0 0 0 0 2
JE / P.Way 1 0 1 0 0 0 2
JE / Mechanical Workshop 4 1 0 0 0 0 5
JE / S&T / Signal 2 0 0 0 0 0 2

Age relaxation for all posts: SC/ST 5, OBC 3.

Who Cannot Apply for SWR Recruitment 2026

  • Staff in RPF/RPSF
  • Assistant Commissioner and Accounts Cadre

Pay and Terms of Engagement

  • Selected employees undergo initial training of the same duration as direct recruits.

How Will SWR Select Candidates?

  • Computer Based Test (CBT)
  • Document Verification
  • Medical Examination
  • Single stage Computer Based Test (CBT)

SWR Exam Pattern 2026

Part / Paper Subject Questions Marks Duration
Goods Train Manager CBT General Awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning 100 100 90 Minutes
Junior Engineer CBT General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Basics of Computers and Applications, Basics of Environment and Pollution Control, Technical Abilities 150 150 120 minutes
  • There will be negative marking in CBT examination and marks will be deducted for each wrong answer @ 1/3rd of the marks allotted for each question.
  • English is the default language. Question papers are available in Hindi, Urdu, and local languages.

Documents to Enclose

  • Matriculation/SSC/SSLC/HSC Certificate or mark sheet indicating Date of Birth
  • Educational/Degree/Convocation/Passing Certificate in PDF format
  • Photograph and signature

How to Apply for SWR Recruitment 2026 Online

  1. Go to RRC/SWR website www.rrchubli.in and click on the application portal provided in the website.
  2. Follow the steps outlined under the heading HOW TO APPLY and complete all the required details.
  3. Upload supporting documents wherever mandatory.
  4. Preview the application, submit it, and download or take a printout of the application.
  5. Apply on or before 8 December 2026.

Application fee is NIL.

SWR Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for SWR Recruitment 2026?

The last date is 8 December 2026. Applications opened on 9 November 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in SWR Recruitment 2026?

There are 258 vacancies: 247 Goods Train Manager, 2 JE / Bridge, 2 JE / P.Way, 5 JE / Mechanical Workshop, 2 JE / S&T / Signal.

Q3. How do I apply for SWR Recruitment 2026?

Apply online through the link in the Important Links table, on or before 8 December 2026.

Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The age limit is 18 to 42 years (as on 1 January 2027). Relaxation: SC/ST 5, OBC 3.

Q5. What is the salary for this recruitment?

As per direct recruitment rules of RRBs.

Q6. What qualification is needed for this recruitment?

Degree or Diploma in Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University/Institute. The requirement for each post is in the eligibility table above.

Q7. Are there other conditions for this recruitment besides qualification and age?

Yes. Only regular serving railway employees of South Western Railway and RWF/YNK are eligible to apply.

Q8. Who cannot apply for this recruitment?

Staff in RPF/RPSF. Assistant Commissioner and Accounts Cadre.

Q9. How will candidates be selected for this recruitment?

Computer Based Test (CBT). Document Verification. Medical Examination. Single stage Computer Based Test (CBT).

Q10. Is there negative marking in the SWR exam?

There will be negative marking in CBT examination and marks will be deducted for each wrong answer @ 1/3rd of the marks allotted for each question.

 


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