Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) has released its Hiring Notification 2025 to recruit retired railway employees for contractual positions. DFCCIL, a Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, invites applications from experienced and eligible retired staff for 6 posts across various departments. This is an ideal opportunity for former railway professionals to bring their expertise back into service on India’s critical freight corridor projects.
Introduction
DFCCIL plays a key role in constructing and operating the dedicated freight corridors across the country. To enhance efficiency and strengthen operations, DFCCIL is looking to re-engage retired railway personnel on a short-term contract basis. The recruitment is aimed at filling technical and administrative roles that require prior railway experience.
Post Detail
The recruitment is open for the following contractual posts:
- Section Engineer
- Senior Executive
- Executive
- Office Assistant
- Other relevant retired posts (depending on location and requirement)
The exact roles and departments will be specified in the official notice released by DFCCIL for each location or zone.
No of Post
- Total Vacancies: 6
These posts are distributed across various zones and field offices depending on operational needs.
Education Qualification
- Retired employees from Indian Railways (from technical or administrative departments) are eligible
- Must have retired from a position equivalent to Executive, Sr. Executive, or similar grades
- Candidates should have sound knowledge of railway operations or related technical fields
Age Limit
- Upper Age Limit: 65 years
- Candidates must be fit and medically sound as per DFCCIL standards
- Engagement is purely temporary and can be extended or terminated as per project needs
Salary
- Salary will be paid as per DFCCIL’s policy for re-engagement of retired employees
- Generally, remuneration includes last basic pay minus pension, plus allowances as applicable
- Travel and field duty allowances may also be provided depending on the assignment
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on work experience and service record
- Walk-in Interview or document verification, depending on the zone’s procedure
- Final selection is subject to approval by DFCCIL authorities and fitness certification
Application Fees
- No application fees are required for retired employees
Important Dates
Notification date: 28th April 2025.
Walk-in-interview Date: 27th May 2025.
Important Link
- Official Website: https://dfccil.com
- Recruitment Page: Check under “Careers” or “Latest News”
- Notification PDF and Application Form: Will be uploaded zone-wise on the website
How To Apply
- Visit the official website: https://dfccil.com
- Go to the Careers section and download the detailed notification for retired employee hiring
- Read the eligibility criteria and job description carefully
- Fill in the application form (offline or email-based as per the notice)
- Attach required documents: retirement proof, last pay certificate, pension details, service record, and ID proof
- Submit the application to the designated DFCCIL office or email before the last date
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for walk-in or virtual interviews
Conclusion
The DFCCIL Retired Employees Hiring 2025 is a valuable opportunity for former railway staff to utilize their experience in a high-impact national infrastructure project. With only 6 positions currently available, interested retirees are advised to monitor the official website regularly and apply promptly once the application window opens.