Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) has officially announced a golden opportunity for eligible candidates through its Recruitment Notification No. CO/P-R/04/2025. The recruitment drive is for the erstwhile Group “D” posts of Track Maintainer-IV and Pointsman in the Engineering and Operating departments. This recruitment is exclusively for land loser candidates whose land was acquired for the Konkan Railway project between Roha (Maharashtra) and Thokur (Karnataka). Applicants may include the land loser themselves, or their spouse, son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter.

The total number of vacancies announced is 79, which includes 35 posts for Track Maintainer and 44 posts for Pointsman. The pay scale for both posts falls under Level-1 of the 7th CPC with an initial basic pay of ₹18,000 per month. This is a good opportunity for 10th pass candidates to get a secure government job in the Indian Railways sector.

To be eligible for these posts, candidates must have passed the 10th class (SSC) from a recognized board. The age limit is set between 18 to 45 years as of 01 August 2025, with relaxations applicable to SC, ST, and Ex-servicemen as per government norms. Importantly, this extended upper age limit is a one-time relief measure to benefit land loser families who may have exceeded the earlier age limits.

The online application process begins on 23 July 2025 and will continue until 12 August 2025 at 11:55 PM. Candidates are required to apply online only via the official website of KRCL: www.konkanrailway.com. No offline applications will be accepted. Candidates must register themselves with a valid email ID and mobile number, which should remain active throughout the recruitment process.

The recruitment process will involve a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification (DV), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and a Medical Examination. The CBT will be objective in nature, consisting of 100 questions from Basic Mathematics, Basic Science, and General Awareness/Current Affairs. Each correct answer will carry one mark, and there will be a negative marking of one-third for every incorrect answer.

Candidates must score a minimum of 40% (UR/EWS) or 30% (SC/ST) in CBT to qualify for the next stage. The PET is qualifying in nature and will require male candidates to run 1000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds, while female candidates must run 400 meters in 3 minutes and 10 seconds in one attempt.

Candidates who pass PET will then undergo a medical examination under A-2 and A-3 medical standards depending on the post. It is important to note that candidates who have undergone Lasik or similar eye surgeries are not eligible for these posts. Additionally, those suffering from vertigo, epilepsy, or serious health conditions will be deemed medically unfit.

The application fee for general category candidates is ₹885 (including GST). However, candidates from SC, ST, Ex-servicemen, Female, Minorities, and Economically Backward Class (EBC) categories are eligible for a refund of ₹750 after appearing in the CBT. To claim fee exemption or refund, valid community, income, or minority certificates must be submitted at the time of document verification.

During the online application process, candidates are advised to have scanned copies of their recent passport-size photo, signature, land loser certificate (from SLAO), percentage of land lost certificate (from Tehsildar), and other relevant documents. These must be uploaded in the specified formats and sizes as mentioned in the official notification.

The post preference must be filled carefully at the time of application. Once submitted, the preference cannot be changed under any circumstances. KRCL will allocate posts based on merit, vacancy availability, and the candidates’ preferences.

All candidates will be considered under the unreserved (UR) category unless valid and original certificates for SC, ST, or EWS are produced. There is no reservation for OBC in this recruitment, and EBC is only eligible for fee concession, not reservation.

Selected candidates can be posted at any location along the Konkan Railway route, and they will not be eligible for inter-zone transfer to other Railways or PSUs. Candidates must be prepared to work in any location across the Konkan belt, which spans Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka.

SC/ST candidates eligible for free travel facilities must carry their caste certificates and valid ID proofs during travel. Any misuse of free travel benefits will lead to disqualification from the recruitment process.

Candidates should regularly check the official KRCL website for updates regarding CBT dates, e-call letters, PET schedules, and further stages of recruitment. No call letters will be sent via post; all communication will be through registered email and SMS only.

KRCL has strictly warned candidates against approaching touts, agents, or middlemen. The entire selection process is merit-based and transparent. Any candidate found indulging in unfair means, impersonation, or submitting false documents will be debarred and legal action will be initiated as per the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024.

In conclusion, the Konkan Railway Bharti 2025 is a promising government job opportunity for 10th pass land loser candidates in India. With a transparent selection process, decent pay, job security, and a chance to serve the Indian Railways, this recruitment can be a life-changing career path. Interested candidates should carefully read the official notification and apply online well before the last date to avoid any last-minute issues.