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CMRL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for JGM, DGM, Manager & AM Posts | Salary Up to ₹1,45,000/Month
Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL), a Joint Venture of the Government of India and the Government of Tamil Nadu, has issued an official employment notification (Employment Notification No: CMRL-HR-CON-DEP-05-2026 dated 23-09-2026)
Job Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) |
| Notification No. | CMRL-HR-CON-DEP-05-2026 |
| Engagement Type | Contract / Deputation |
| Total Posts | Multiple Vacancies |
| Job Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Date | September 23, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | October 13, 2026 |
| Official Portal |
Post-Wise Vacancy, Age Limit & Salary Details
| S.No | Name of the Post | Max Age | Fixed Monthly Salary (Contract) | Educational Qualification |
| 1 | Joint General Manager (PMIS) | 43 Yrs | ₹1,45,000/- | B.E / B.Tech (Civil) |
| 2 | Joint General Manager (Rolling Stock) | 43 Yrs | ₹1,45,000/- | B.E / B.Tech (ECE / EEE) |
| 3 | Deputy General Manager (Finance & Accounts) | 40 Yrs | ₹1,25,000/- | UG / PG with CA / CMA |
| 4 | Manager (Finance & Accounts) | 38 Yrs | ₹85,000/- | UG / PG with CA / CMA |
| 5 | Manager (Design) | 38 Yrs | ₹85,000/- | B.E / B.Tech (Civil) |
| 6 | Assistant Manager (Design) | 30 Yrs | ₹62,000/- | B.E / B.Tech (Civil) |
| 7 | Assistant Manager (Transport Planning) | 30 Yrs | ₹62,000/- | M.E / M.Tech (Transportation/Traffic/Urban Engg) |
Note for Deputation candidates: Candidates joining on deputation can opt for either parent organization basic pay with 10% deputation & project allowances or the equivalent CMRL IDA pay scale with allowances (31.5% of Basic Pay)
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Minimum Post-Qualification Work Experience
Joint General Manager (PMIS / Rolling Stock): Minimum 15 years of post-qualification executive experience
. Deputy General Manager (Finance & Accounts): Minimum 13 years of post-qualification executive experience
. Manager (Finance & Accounts / Design): Minimum 7 years of post-qualification executive experience
. Assistant Manager (Design / Transport Planning): Minimum 2 years of post-qualification executive experience
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Upper Age Relaxation Rules
SC / ST / SC(A): 5 years relaxation
. MBC / DNC / BC / BCM: 2 years relaxation
. Persons with Disabilities (PwD): Up to 10 years relaxation
. Ex-Servicemen: Length of service in armed forces + 3 years
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(Cumulative maximum age after relaxation cannot exceed 58 years as on 23-09-2026)
Selection Process & Application Fee
Selection Procedure
Interview
Medical Examination (borne by CMRL for first-time candidates)
Application Fee Structure
Unreserved / OBC / Others: ₹300/-
SC / ST: ₹50/- (Processing fee)
PwD Candidates: Exempted (Nil)
Bank Payment Details for Online Fee Transfer
Beneficiary Name: M/s Chennai Metro Rail Limited
Bank & Branch: Canara Bank, Teynampet Branch, Chennai
Account No: 0416214000030
IFSC Code: CNRB0000416
How to Apply Online
Go to the CMRL official career portal:
https://careers.chennaimetrorail.org/ Register using a valid email address and verify via the activation link sent to your inbox
. Log in to fill out the online application form completely
. Upload required self-attested documents (Educational certificates, Experience certificates, Photo, Age proof, Community certificate, and Payment Receipt)
. Submit the application form before the closing date. No hard copies are required to be sent
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Important Dates:
Notification Release Date: September 23, 2026
Last Date for Online Application: October 13, 2026
