CMRL has released the recruitment notification No: CMRL/HR/CON/02/2026 to fill the 11 DGM, Manager, Joint General Manager Posts. This online facility will be available on the Official website @ https://chennaimetrorail.org/ from 11.02.2026 to 09.03.2026. Before submitting an application, candidates must carefully read the CMRL DGM, Manager 2026 notification and verify their eligibility.
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Candidates with a B.E/B.Tech are eligible to apply for these opportunities. Chennai is where posts are typically made. 4 to 7 days before the Interview. A link to get the Interview Call Letter will be sent to registered email addresses of eligible applicants.
CMRL Current Notification 2026 [Quick Summary]
| Organization Name: CMRL – Chennai Metro Rail Limited |
| Notification No: CMRL/HR/CON/02/2026 |
| Job Category: Tamilnadu Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Contract Basis / Deputation Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 11 DGM, Manager, Joint General Manager Posts |
| Place of Posting: Chennai |
| Starting Date: 11.02.2026 |
| Last Date: 09.03.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://chennaimetrorail.org/ |
Current CMRL Job Openings:
- Joint General Manager (Signal) – 01 Post
- DGM (Operations) – 01 Post
- DGM (Telecom) – 01 Post
- DGM (Power System and Overhead Equipment) – 01 Post
- DGM (Electrical and Mechanical) – 01 Post
- Manager (Power System and Overhead Equipment) – 01 Post
- Manager (Electrical and Mechanical) – 01 Post
- Manager (Signal) – 01 Post
CMRL Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for CMRL:
- Joint General Manager (Signal) –
- Required Qualification: Must be a B.E/B.Tech in (ECE) / (EEE) or a combination of any of these disciplines from a Govt. recognized Institute / University approved by AICTE/UGC. Post graduation in the relevant field is an added advantage.
- Required years of Experience:
- For deputation basis: Should be in JAG/SG Grade with 12 years of experience in the respective field
- For Contract basis: Should posses post qualification executive experience of minimum 15 years in the respective field
- Deputy General Manager (Operations) –
- Required Qualification: Must be a B. E / B.Tech (EEE/ ECE/ Mech /CSE) or a combination of any of these disciplines or Post Graduate degree from a government recognized institute / university approved by AICTE/UGC.
- Required years of Experience:
- For deputation basis: Should be in JAG Grade with 10 years of experience in the respective field
- For Contract basis: Should posses post qualification executive experience of minimum 13 years in the respective field
- Deputy General Manager (Telecom) –
- Required Qualification: Must be a BE / B.Tech in (ECE/EEE) or a combination of any of these disciplines from a Government recognized Institute/ University approved by AICTE / UGC. Post graduation in the relevant field is an added advantage.
- Required years of Experience:
- For deputation basis: Should be in JAG Grade with 10 years of experience in the respective field
- For Contract basis: Should posses post qualification executive experience of minimum 13 years in the respective field
- Deputy General Manager (Power System & Overhead Equipment)/Manager (Power System & Overhead Equipment) –
- Required Qualification: Must be a B.E / B. Tech (EEE) graduate from a Government Accredited University /Institute, approved by AICTE / UGC. Post graduation in the concerned discipline is desirable.
- Required years of Experience:
- For deputation basis: For DGM level: Should be in JAG Grade with 10 years of experience in the respective field / For Manager level: Should be in SS Grade with 05 years of experience in the respective field.
- For Contract basis: Should posses post qualification executive experience of minimum 13 years for DGM level & 07 years for Manager level in the respective field
- Deputy General Manager (Electrical & Mechanical)/ Manager (Electrical & Mechanical) –
- Required Qualification: Must be a B.E / B.Tech (EEE /ECE/Mech.) graduate from a Govt. recognized University / Institute, approved by AICTE / UGC.
- Required years of Experience:
- For deputation basis: For DGM level: Should be in JAG Grade with 10 years of experience in the respective field/ For Manager level: Should be in SS Grade with 05 years of experience in the respective field
- For Contract basis: Should posses post qualification executive experience of minimum 13 years for DGM level & 07 years for Manager level in the respective field
- Manager (Signal) –
- Required Qualification: Must be a B.E/B.Tech in (ECE) / (EEE) or a combination of any of these disciplines from a Govt. recognized Institute / University approved by AICTE/UGC. Post graduation in the relevant field is an added advantage.
- Required years of Experience:
- For deputation basis: Should be in SS Grade with 05 years of experience in the respective field
- For Contract basis: Should posses post qualification executive experience of minimum 07 years in the respective field
Age Limit for CMRL:
- Joint General Manager (Signal) – 43 Years
- DGM (Operations) – 40 Years
- DGM (Telecom) – 40 Years
- DGM (Power System and Overhead Equipment) – 40 Years
- DGM (Electrical and Mechanical) – 40 Years
- Manager (Power System and Overhead Equipment) – 38 Years
- Manager (Electrical and Mechanical) – 38 Years
- Manager (Signal) – 38 Years
Pay Scale for CMRL:
- Joint General Manager (Signal) – Rs 1,45,000/-
- DGM (Operations) – Rs 1,25,000/-
- DGM (Telecom) – Rs 1,25,000/-
- DGM (Power System and Overhead Equipment) – Rs 1,25,000/-
- DGM (Electrical and Mechanical) – Rs 1,25,000/-
- Manager (Power System and Overhead Equipment) – Rs 85,000/-
- Manager (Electrical & Mechanical) – Rs 85,000/-
- Manager (Signal) – Rs 85,000/-
Method of Selection for CMRL:
- Short Listing
- Interview
Application Fee for CMRL:
- For ST/SC Applicants – Rs.50/-
- For Other Applicants – Rs.300/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Interested and qualified to apply, candidates must go to the CMRL website (https://chennaimetrorail.org/) and complete the online form. Online registration will open on 11.02.2026 and end on 09.03.2026.
Crucial Dates:
- Starting Date for Submission of Application: 11.02.2026
- Last date for Submission of Application: 09.03.2026
CMRL Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of CMRL: Website Link |
| Advertisement for CMRL: Notification PDF |
| Online Application Form for CMRL: Apply Link |
