KSRTC Chief Engineer (Projects & Civil Works) – 1 post on contract, for retired engineers
KSRTC · Kerala (KSRTC)
The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) invites applications through the Centre for Management Development (CMD), Thiruvananthapuram, for a Chief Engineer (Projects & Civil Works) on contract for one year, extendable on performance. The post is meant for retired Chief Engineers of PWD/CPWD with at least 10 years of experience in constructing buildings, so it is not open to fresh graduates.
Organization
KSRTC
Qualification
B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent recognised by the University of Kerala; at least 10 years' experience in the construction of buildings
Vacancies
1 Chief Engineer (Projects & Civil Works) (the notification also invites 1 Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical))
Location
Kerala (KSRTC)
Pay / Salary
Chief Engineer: remuneration on re-employment basis for those retired from government service. (Assistant Executive Engineer, Electrical: ₹50,000 per month)
Age Limit
Chief Engineer: up to 65 years (as on 01.09.2026)
Important Dates
Online application: from 26 Sep 2026, 10:00 AM to 09 Oct 2026, 5:00 PM
Source
Job watcher: listing + official notification PDF (verified)
Complete guide — read from the official notification
Retired officers only (re-employment / contract)
The Chief Engineer (Projects & Civil Works) post asks for retired Chief Engineers from PWD/CPWD engaged in the design and construction of major buildings, with the upper age limit of 65 years. Fresh graduates and serving engineers are not the target.
Selection is by screening of applications followed by an interview — there is no written test.
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Experience | Age | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Engineer (Projects & Civil Works) | 1 | B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent recognised by the University of Kerala | Retired Chief Engineer from PWD/CPWD, engaged in design and construction of major buildings; minimum 10 years' experience in construction of buildings | Up to 65 years (as on 01.09.2026) | For those retired from government service: remuneration as per re-employment basis |
Termsnotification p. 1
- The post is on contract, initially for a period of 1 year, extendable on the basis of performance.
- Candidates must be Indian citizens, willing to be posted anywhere in Kerala and to travel extensively in and outside the State, and willing to work beyond office hours.
How to applynotification p. 2
- Apply online only, by filling the prescribed application form on the website of the Centre for Management Development (www.cmd.kerala.gov.in).
- The online link opens on 26 September 2026 at 10:00 AM; the last date is 09 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
- No application is entertained at the office of KSRTC/CMD, whether online or offline, other than through the online portal.
Selection processnotification p. 3
- Applications are scrutinised and a list of candidates eligible for the further selection is prepared; selection is based on an interview of the shortlisted candidates.
- KSRTC/CMD may shortlist only a limited number of candidates, based on the relevance of experience, academic achievements and overall suitability.
- The notification also reserves the right to add other methods if required — a written test, group discussion or a skill test — and says the process will be decided as per the requirement.
Documents to uploadnotification p. 3
- Updated CV, passport-size photograph (taken within six months), signature, and copies of certificates proving qualification and experience.
- Photograph in JPEG under 200 kB, signature in JPEG under 50 kB; the CV and certificates in JPEG or PDF, each attachment not more than 3 MB.
- For current experience, an affidavit with the details of employer, designation, period, nature of job and responsibilities may be uploaded; appointment letters and pay slips alone are not accepted instead of an experience certificate.
What is preferrednotification p. 5
- Familiarity with government procedure, designing of multi-storey buildings, AutoCAD, Excel and project management software, preparation of estimates using the PRICE software, recording in the measurement book / e-measurement book, e-tendering, bill preparation and supervision of PMC-related works gets weightage.
- Conditions of experience and age may be relaxed for exceptionally qualified candidates.
Help desknotification p. 4
- For problems in filling the online form: 0471 2320101 (extensions 237, 250), 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days (Monday–Friday).
Source: official notification (pages 1, 2, 3, 4, 5), checked on 2026-10-08. Details can change — always confirm on the official notification before you apply.
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