Railways to recruit 5,664 staff and scrap 10,939 posts
The Indian Ministry of Railways has received approval to recruit 5,664 new staff members while simultaneously abolishing 10,939 redundant posts. The recruitment will occur in two phases to optimize operational efficiency and address staffing needs in technical and supervisory roles.
Why it matters
This restructuring reflects the modernization and changing operational requirements of one of the world's largest railway networks.
The Ministry of Railways has received approval from the Ministry of Finance to fill 5,664 posts across various operational and supervisory categories, even as plans are under way to abolish/ surrender 10,939 posts in lower-level cadres, according to senior officials.
The newly sanctioned posts include Junior Engineers, Senior Section Engineers in civil, electrical, mechanical, and signal & telecom departments, besides Station Masters, Station Superintendents, Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisors, Commercial Superintendents and Depot Material Superintendents. These positions are expected to strengthen technical, operational and passenger-service functions across the railway network as per the official notification issued last month.
At the same time, the Railways has proposed the abolition of 10,939 posts that are considered redundant or less relevant in the changing operational environment. The categories identified for surrender include Junior Stenographers, Running Room Cooks, Drivers, Commercial-cum-Ticket Clerks, Helpers in various departments, AC Coach Attendants, Housekeeping Attendants and several other posts.
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