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Konkan Railway Keyman Recruitment 2025: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited has released a notification for the recruitment of the post of Keyman (TSM) on a fixed-term contract basis for the USBRL project in Jammu & Kashmir. We know that the Keyman is responsible for track inspection, reporting defects, marking danger points, daily record keeping, etc. It is a very responsible post. Eligible and interested candidates do not need to fill out any online form for this recruitment. We have provided all the details for this recruitment, such as important dates, eligibility criteria, vacancy details, remuneration details, and others. Therefore, candidates are advised to read the full article to know all the detailed information about this recruitment.
Konkan Railway Keyman Recruitment 2025
Important Dates for Konkan Railway Recruitment
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited has released a notification for the recruitment of the post of Keyman. With the release of this notification, all the important dates of this recruitment have also been released, which we have covered in this article. All the important dates are as follows:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 July 2025 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 11 August 2025 |
| Registration Time | 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs |
Konkan Railway Vacancy Details
We have already mentioned that there are a total of 28 vacancies, in which the UR category has the highest number of vacancies and the ST and EWS categories have the least number of vacancies. We have given category-wise vacancy details in this article. Vacancy details are as follows:
| Category | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keyman (TSM) | 13 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 28 |
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria of Konkan Railway Keyman recruitment can be divided on the basis of educational qualification, work experience, and age limits. Candidates must read the eligibility criteria to determine whether they are eligible for it or not before going to the interview.
Education Qualification: If we talk about the educational qualification of this recruitment, then we can see that a 10th pass candidate from a recognized board/institute is eligible for this recruitment.
Work Experience: A minimum of 6 months of experience in track work of Railways is required for this Keyman recruitment. Therefore, candidates who have this experience can go for the interview.
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025): The maximum age limit for this recruitment is 28 years. However, age relaxation will also be given as per the government rules, such as 3 years for OBC-NCL and 5 years for SC/ST candidates.
Remuneration Details
If we talk about the remuneration of this recruitment, then we can say that a candidate will get a good amount of salary for this post. There is also an increment of 4% after completion of every year. The monthly remuneration of a candidate will be ₹35,500. In the name of Special Allowance, a candidate will get ₹2,000 extra. If we talk about the total salary of a candidate, then we can see a candidate will get ₹37,500 per month.
Other Allowances/Facilities
Other than this salary, a candidate will get other allowances and facilities such as health benefits, travel allowances, railway pass, leave, etc., which we have given below point by point. Allowances and facilities are as follows:
- Special Insurance Scheme coverage of ₹25,00,000/- while on duty
- Health Benefits: Reimbursement of medication policy premium up to ₹1,333/- per month
- Travel Allowance as per KRCL policy
- Complementary Railway Pass of Sleeper Class for duty travel
- Rest House/Hotel accommodation facilities
- Leave: 15 days earned leave per 6 months + 8 days casual leave per year
Konkan Railway Selection Process
The selection process of this recruitment is very interesting. Candidates do not need to give any exam like other railway recruitments. Selection will be held on the basis of interview, educational qualification, and experience. We have given the full process step by step on how a candidate will be selected for this recruitment.
- Walk-in Interview
- Group Discussion or written test may be conducted depending on number of candidates
- Final selection based on interview performance, qualification and experience
Place of Posting
If we talk about the posting place, then we can find that the selected candidates will be posted anywhere at the project sites based on the requirement of KRCL. However, KRCL also has the right to transfer the candidate at any time and anywhere.
Contract Period
We have already mentioned earlier that it is a fixed-term contract basis recruitment. It is not a permanent job. Initially, the period of contract will be five years; however, it is extendable based on performance and project requirements.
How to Apply for Konkan Railway Keyman Recruitment
As we mentioned earlier, any online application is not needed for this recruitment. Candidates have to prepare an application in the prescribed format (Annexure-A). They also have to attach all required documents (self-attested copies) as mentioned in the official notification. After that, candidates need to report directly for the walk-in interview on 11/08/2025 at the specified venue. Registration will begin from 09:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs. Candidates are advised to report at the interview venue earlier.
Documents Required
As we mentioned, candidates need to attach all required documents. Therefore, candidates are advised to collect all the required documents before the interview date. We have mentioned all the required documents in this article. Candidates must check all the documents. Required documents are as follows:
- Proof of qualification certificates
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Caste/EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Two passport size photographs
- Experience certificate
- Character certificate from Gazetted officer
Interview Venue
On 11th August, candidates need to report for the interview at its specified venue. If we talk about the venue of this interview, then we can see candidates need to report at USBRL Project Office, Konkan Railway Corporation Limited, Jyotipuram Road, Trintha, Post Granmorh Reasi, Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir (U.T). PIN-182311. For more details, candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully.
Important Links
We have provided all the important links for this recruitment. Candidates can use these links to download the official notification.
Additional Information
- Candidates should come prepared to stay for minimum 2 days if required
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending interview
- No accommodation or food allowance will be provided
- Selected candidates will have to pass medical examination
- Service bond of 3 years required (penalty for early resignation)
FAQs – Konkan Railway Keyman Recruitment 2025
What is the last date to apply?
There is no last date to apply as this is a walk-in interview scheduled for 11/08/2025.
How many vacancies are there?
Total 28 vacancies (UR-13, EWS-2, OBC-7, SC-4, ST-2).
What is the salary for Keyman (TSM) post?
Total monthly remuneration is ₹37,500/- (₹35,500 + ₹2,000 special allowance).
