Deputation Job Opening: Manager (HR) at Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation

Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation Limited (KMRCL), a Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, is tasked with the implementation of the East-West Metro Corridor Project in Kolkata. The project is one of India’s most critical and ambitious urban transit projects, with the goal of linking Howrah in the west to Salt Lake in the east by a new metro system. In order to further enhance its administrative and human resource management, KMRCL is inviting applications for the Manager (HR) post on deputation basis. The post provides a chance for suitable and experienced government or PSU officers to contribute to the country’s infrastructure development while enhancing their professional careers.

Important Date

• Notification Issue Date: 16th April 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 16th May 2025 (until 18:30 hrs)
• Applications received after this date and time will not be considered under any circumstances.

Application Fee

• There is no application fee for applying to the post of Manager (HR) on a deputation basis at KMRCL.

Vacancy

• Post Name: Manager (HR)
• Number of Vacancies: 200
• Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
• Type of Appointment: Deputation
• Duration: Up to five (05) years or until completion of the East-West Metro Project, whichever is earlier

Eligibility

Pay Scale Criteria

Applicants must currently be serving in one of the following pay scales:

• CDA Pay Scale (as per 7th Central Pay Commission):
  Pay Level 11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700)

OR

• IDA Pay Scale (as per 3rd PRC):
  ₹70,000 – ₹2,00,000 (E4 Grade or its equivalent)

Service Experience

Eligible candidates should be:

• Officials serving in the Human Resources or Personnel Wing of Indian Railways
  OR
• RBSS cadre officers currently serving at the Railway Board
  OR
• Officers from Railway PSUs or other Central PSUs engaged in HR functions

Age Limit

• The candidate must not be above 55 years of age as on 01st July 2025.

Medical Standards

• The candidate must be mentally sound and physically fit to carry out the responsibilities associated with the post.

Vigilance and Integrity Conditions

• The candidate must be:
  • Free from any disciplinary or vigilance proceedings
  • Not listed in any Secret or Agreed List

Salary

• The selected candidate will continue to draw their parent pay (Pay Level 11)
• Benefits and applicable allowances for deputation will be provided in accordance with the prevailing rules and guidelines of KMRCL.
• Additional facilities and perks as per KMRCL HR rules, such as:
  • House Rent Allowance (or leased accommodation)
  • Medical benefits
  • Transport allowance
  • Leave Travel Concession
  • Telephone/mobile bill reimbursement
    These perks will be in accordance with company norms applicable to deputation posts.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on:

1. Scrutiny of Application Documents
   • This includes verification of bio-data, eligibility, qualifications, and service records.
2. Assessment of APARs
   • Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) of the last five years must be submitted.
3. Interview
   • Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview to assess their suitability for the post based on experience in HR management and understanding of personnel policies.
4. Final Approval
   • Selection will be finalized upon the approval of the Competent Authority in the Ministry of Railways.

Only those candidates whose applications are routed through the proper channel and endorsed by the Railway Board will be considered.

Application Process

Interested and eligible candidates are required to apply through proper channel following these steps:

Step 1: Prepare Bio-data

Applicants must prepare a comprehensive bio-data including:

• Name
• Father’s Name
• Date of Birth
• Caste
• Permanent and Correspondence Address
• Educational Qualifications
• Email and Mobile Number
• Detailed Work Experience (including organization, post held, responsibilities, and pay drawn)

Step 2: Attach Supporting Documents

Enclose attested copies of:

• Educational and professional qualification certificates
• Experience certificates
• Vigilance and Integrity Certificates
• Latest pay slip
• APARs of last five (05) years
• Caste certificate (if applicable)

Step 3: Obtain No Objection Certificate

• A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer must be submitted along with the application.

Step 4: Forward Through Proper Channel

• The complete application should be forwarded through proper official channel to the Joint Secretary (Deputation), Railway Board, for approval by the competent authority.
• The envelope should be clearly superscribed with:
  Submission of Application for the Role of Manager (HR) on Deputation Basis

Step 5: Submit by Deadline

• The final date for receipt of the application is 16th May 2025, up to 18:30 hrs.
• Applications that are late or incomplete in any respect will be summarily rejected without exception.

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