Summary
Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA), a statutory authority under the Ministry of Railways, invites applications from eligible Indian Railways officers for the post of Chief Project Manager on deputation at Patna, focusing on land management, station development, contracts, and revenue generation through long-term leasing of railway land and air space. The deputation is for 3 years extendable by 2 more years, with attractive perks/allowances and benefits as per RLDA policies.
Job Details
| Detail | Information |
| Department | Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA), Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Employment Type | Deputation (Normal deputation terms) |
| Job Title(s) | Chief Project Manager |
| Total Vacancies | 01 (Patna) |
| Start/End Dates | Last date to receive applications: 06.11.2025 up to 17:00 hrs |
| Location | Patna; RLDA HQ for correspondence: Konnectus Tower-II, Ajmeri Gate, New Delhi |
| Application Method | Through proper channel in prescribed proforma with APARs; advance copy via email permitted |
| Official Site | rlda.indianrailways.gov.in; indianrailways.gov.in |
Advertisement No.
Vacancy Notice No. 20/2025; No. 1974/RLDA/HR/Vacancy Notices; Dated 16.10.2025
Post and Vacancy Details
| Post | Pay Level | Vacancy | Location | Tenure | Eligibility | Desirable |
| Chief Project Manager | Level-14 (7th CPC) | 01 | Patna | 3 years + 2 years (4th & 5th year) | SAG/NFSAG/SG IRSE Officers with minimum 17 years of regular Group ‘A’ service | Experience in Land Management / Real Estate / Contract Management |
Salary Details
- Pay on deputation: Level-14 (7th CPC) with deputation terms; one scale higher than parent grade for officers up to Level-13 or deputation allowance if posted in same grade, as permissible.
- Perks/allowances available: retention of Government accommodation, continuation of TADK/Care Taker allowance, liberal lease facility including self-lease, conveyance allowance/official vehicle, liberal medical facilities, soft furnishing allowance, electricity allowance, etc., as per RLDA rules.
Educational Qualification
- Officers from IRSE cadre meeting grade and service length criteria; professional background in civil engineering cadre implied by IRSE membership; desirable exposure in land/real estate/contract domains.
Age Limit
- As per normal deputation terms for Indian Railways officers; not explicitly specified beyond cadre seniority; apply through cadre controlling authority within rules.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting and interaction/interview; tentative interaction date will be notified shortly after 06.11.2025.
How to Apply
- Fill the prescribed application Proforma available in the “Career” section of RLDA website.
- Forward application through proper channel along with self-attested copies of up-to-date APARs for the last five years to:
Dy. General Manager (HR), Rail Land Development Authority, Unit No.-702-B, 7th Floor, Konnectus Tower-II, DMRC Building, Ajmeri Gate, New Delhi – 110002, so as to reach by 06.11.2025, 17:00 hrs. - Advance application: May be emailed as a single PDF (max 20 MB) to rldavnn2025@gmail.com, and also sent by post to arrive by the deadline.
Instructions
- Number of posts/locations are indicative and may vary as per RLDA requirements.
- Only officials of Indian Railways (IRSE cadre with prescribed seniority) are eligible to apply on deputation.
- Incomplete/illegible applications will be rejected; monitor RLDA and Railway Board websites for updates.
Important Dates
- Vacancy Notice Date: 16.10.2025
- Last Date & Time for Receipt of Applications: 06.11.2025 till 17:00 hrs
- Tentative Interaction/Interview: Short notice after 06.11.2025
Important Links
- Notification link – click here
- Application link – click here
