This October 2026 guide brings together metro rail jobs from every operating and upcoming metro system in India — Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Kochi, Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Pune, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Surat, Jaipur, Bhopal, Indore and Patna. It covers direct recruitment by metro corporations as well as contract jobs at stations and depots.
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India’s metro network keeps growing every year, and each new line needs train operators, station controllers, customer relations assistants, maintainers, junior engineers, and a large contract workforce for housekeeping, security, ticketing and facility management. Metro corporations publish recruitment notifications on their official websites, usually with an online application window, a computer-based test and medical fitness checks.
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Permanent metro jobs offer structured pay scales with dearness allowance, HRA, medical cover and PF or pension benefits, while contract jobs supplied by facility and security agencies include PF and ESIC under labour law. Diploma and ITI holders are the biggest hiring group; graduates and engineers fill supervisory and assistant-manager posts.
Below you will find the salary table, a summary, a city-by-city metro map, a 7-day plan, the full playbook, FAQs and official links — apply only through these verified channels.
Metro Jobs in India – Latest Metro Rail Recruitment, Vacancy & Apply Online
Train Operator / Station Controller / CRA / Maintainer / JEDMRC • MMRCL • BMRCL • HMRL • CMRL • KMRL • UPMRC • Maha Metro • GMRCA complete October 2026 guide to metro rail recruitment across India — post-wise salary, ITI/diploma/graduate eligibility, the CBT-based selection process, contract station jobs and how to apply online on official websites.
Metro corporations and their contractors are recruiting across India for new corridors and extensions. Typical openings include Station Controller/Train Operator (SC/TO), Customer Relations Assistant (CRA), Junior Engineer, Maintainer (electrical, electronics, fitter), Assistant Manager, plus contract roles in housekeeping, security, ticketing and lift/escalator maintenance.
Notifications are usually open for 3–5 weeks. Candidates who track official websites and keep scanned documents ready can apply on the first day a notification is published.
| Role | Entry-Level Salary | Experienced Salary |
|---|---|---|
| #1 — Station Housekeeping Staff (Contract) | ₹ 13,000 – 16,500 | ₹ 16,500 – 20,000 |
| #2 — Station Security Guard (Contract) | ₹ 14,200 – 18,000 | ₹ 18,000 – 22,500 |
| #3 — Ticketing / Token Counter Assistant (Contract) | ₹ 15,500 – 19,500 | ₹ 19,500 – 24,000 |
| #4 — Lift & Escalator Technician (Contract) | ₹ 18,500 – 24,000 | ₹ 24,000 – 31,000 |
| #5 — Maintainer (ITI – Electrical / Fitter / Electronics) | ₹ 25,000 – 34,000 | ₹ 34,000 – 46,000 |
| #6 — Customer Relations Assistant (CRA) | ₹ 30,000 – 40,000 | ₹ 40,000 – 55,000 |
| #7 — Station Controller / Train Operator (SC/TO) | ₹ 36,000 – 48,000 | ₹ 48,000 – 68,000 |
| #8 — Junior Engineer (Diploma) | ₹ 38,000 – 52,000 | ₹ 52,000 – 72,000 |
| #9 — Section Engineer / Supervisor | ₹ 46,000 – 62,000 | ₹ 62,000 – 85,000 |
| #10 — Assistant Manager (B.E./B.Tech, Graduate) | ₹ 60,000 – 85,000 | ₹ 85,000 – 1,20,000 |
Sources: Aggregated October 2026 pay data from metro corporation recruitment notifications (gross pay with allowances), contractor adverts and verified job boards; exact pay scales differ between corporations • updated October 2026.
| Who Recruits | State/central metro corporations (DMRC, MMRCL, MMMOCL, BMRCL, HMRL/L&T Metro, CMRL, KMRL, UPMRC, Maha Metro, GMRC, MPMRCL and others) plus their contractors |
| Eligibility | ITI for maintainer; 3-year diploma for SC/TO and JE; graduate for CRA (varies); B.E./B.Tech or MBA for assistant manager |
| Age Limit | Commonly 18–28 years for non-executive posts, with relaxation for reserved categories as per notification |
| Selection Process | Online application → computer-based test (CBT) → psychometric test for SC/TO → document verification → medical exam |
| Application Fee | Only the official exam fee (if any) shown in the notification, paid on the official website — never to an agent |
| Top-3 Portals | Official metro corporation websites + National Career Service + Apprenticeship India |
| Top-3 Highest-Paying Roles | Assistant Manager / Section Engineer / Junior Engineer |
| Top-3 Fastest-Selection Roles | Contract Housekeeping / Station Security / Ticketing Assistant |
Metro jobs are available in every city with an operating or under-construction metro. Each corporation recruits separately, so follow the official website for your city.
| City / Region | Who Is Hiring | Good to Know |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi NCR (Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Faridabad) | Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC); Noida Metro | Largest network; regular notifications for maintainers and engineers |
| Mumbai & Mumbai Metropolitan Region | MMRCL (Line 3 Aqua), MMMOCL (Lines 2A & 7), Mumbai Metro One, Navi Mumbai Metro | Multiple operators — check each website |
| Bengaluru | Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL – Namma Metro) | New lines adding SC/TO and maintainer posts |
| Hyderabad | Hyderabad Metro Rail (HMRL / L&T Metro Rail) | Operations staff via operator and contractors |
| Chennai | Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) | Phase 2 expansion driving recruitment |
| Kolkata | Kolkata Metro (Metro Railway, Indian Railways) | Posts filled through railway recruitment process |
| Kochi | Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL); Kochi Water Metro | Malayalam useful for customer-facing posts |
| Lucknow, Kanpur & Agra | Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) | Expanding networks in three UP cities |
| Pune & Nagpur | Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (Maha Metro) | Pune also has a separate Hinjewadi line operator |
| Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar & Surat | Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) | Surat metro under construction |
| Jaipur | Jaipur Metro Rail Corporation (JMRC) | Phase 2 planning; check the Rajasthan transport portal |
| Bhopal & Indore | Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (MPMRCL) | New networks opening — early-stage hiring |
| Patna | Patna Metro (first stretch open, more corridors being built) | Station, O&M and engineering roles as new sections open |
- Day 1 — List the metro corporations in or near your city and bookmark their official “Careers” or “Recruitment” pages.
- Day 2 — Scan Aadhaar, 10th/12th, ITI/diploma/degree certificates, caste certificate (if any), photo and signature in the formats notifications usually ask for.
- Day 3 — Register on the National Career Service and Apprenticeship India for metro apprenticeships and contractor jobs.
- Day 4 — Read the latest notification fully — eligibility, age limit, post code, exam pattern and last date.
- Day 5 — Apply online on the official site only, pay the official fee (if any) and download the confirmation page.
- Day 6 — Start CBT preparation: general awareness, reasoning, quantitative aptitude and your technical subject.
- Day 7 — Track admit card, results and document-verification dates on the same official website.
Step 1: Pick the Right Post for Your Qualification
ITI holders target maintainer posts; diploma holders target SC/TO and junior engineer; graduates target CRA and account assistant; engineers target assistant manager and section engineer.
Step 2: Apply Online on the Official Metro Website
Every metro corporation publishes its own notification and online form. Never apply through third-party websites that charge “form-filling” fees.
Step 3: Prepare for the Computer-Based Test
The CBT usually covers general awareness, reasoning, maths and the technical subject of your trade or diploma. Practise previous papers and timed mock tests.
Step 4: Clear the Psychometric & Medical Tests
Train operator and station controller candidates take a psychometric aptitude test. All selected candidates must pass a medical exam, including vision standards for safety posts.
Step 5: Document Verification & Training
Carry originals and self-attested copies. Selected candidates join a paid training period covering safety, signalling, rolling stock and passenger handling before posting.
Step 6: Apply for Contract Station Jobs Meanwhile
Housekeeping, security, ticketing and lift/escalator jobs are hired by contractors on a rolling basis — a good way to gain metro experience while preparing for permanent posts.
Q: Who can apply for metro rail jobs in India?
ITI, diploma, graduate and engineering candidates can apply for different posts. Most non-executive posts have an age limit around 18–28 years with category relaxations as per the notification.
Q: What is the salary of a metro train operator?
A Station Controller / Train Operator typically starts at around ₹36,000–₹48,000 gross a month, rising with experience, allowances and pay revisions. Exact scales differ between metro corporations.
Q: Is there a written exam for metro jobs?
Yes. Permanent posts usually require a computer-based test, and train-operator posts also require a psychometric test, followed by document verification and medical examination.
Q: Are contract metro jobs worth it?
Yes, especially for 10th/12th-pass candidates. Contract housekeeping, security and ticketing jobs pay a monthly salary with PF and ESIC and give practical experience inside metro systems.
Q: Where are metro notifications published?
Only on the official website of each metro corporation and in official employment news. Fake websites and social-media posts often copy metro logos — always cross-check on the official site.
Q: Do I have to pay anyone for a metro job?
No. Apart from the official exam fee mentioned in a notification, no payment is needed. Anyone promising a metro job for money is a fraudster — report them on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal.
More official metro websites and free portals are listed below. Bookmark the ones for your city and check them every week.