๐ Overview of the Notification
The Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS), an organization under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has issued Vacancy Notice No. 28/2025(R)01/2026(R)25/2026(R)57/2026. Applications are invited from Retired Railway Officials for postโretirement assignment as Project Assistant / Project Officer in the Finance Group at CRIS Headquarters, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi.
๐ข Post Details
| Post | Project Assistant / Project Officer |
|---|---|
| Project & Group | Finance |
| Location | CRIS Headquarters, New Delhi |
| No. of Posts | 01 |
| Eligibility | Retired Railway official from Accounts Department or similar, in substantive Pay Level 6โ12 of 7th CPC, with experience in Accounts & Finance of Indian Railways. Must be conversant with computerized environment. |
| Age Limit | Not more than 64 years |
| Remuneration | As per CRIS rules |
| Engagement Period | Initially for one year |
| Duty | Shift duty (Day/Night) and holiday working required |
| Closing Date | 15 days from publication on CRIS website CRIS Careers |
โ๏ธ Application Procedure
- Download the application format from the CRIS website.
- Fill in details including post applied for, personal information, service details, PPO number, HRMS ID, and experience.
- Attach a legible copy of PPO and service/experience certificates.
- Submit the application by Dak or email in PDF format to singh.lokinderpal@cris.org.in.
๐ข Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted within 15 days of publication.
- Only retired officials from Accounts or related departments in Pay Level 6โ12 are eligible.
- Applicants must ensure accuracy of details and attach all required documents.
- Incomplete applications or those without PPO copies will be rejected.
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- ๐ What is the advertisement number for this recruitment?
- The recruitment is under Vacancy Notice No. 28/2025(R)01/2026(R)25/2026(R)57/2026.
- ๐๏ธ What is the last date to apply?
- Applications must be submitted within 15 days of publication on the CRIS website.
- ๐ Who is eligible to apply?
- Retired Railway officials from Accounts Department or similar, in Pay Level 6โ12 of 7th CPC, with relevant finance experience.
- ๐ผ What is the engagement period?
- The initial engagement period is one year, extendable as per CRIS rules.
- ๐ฐ What remuneration will be provided?
- Remuneration will be as per CRIS rules applicable to postโretirement assignments.
- ๐ Where is the posting location?
- The posting is at CRIS Headquarters, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi.
- ๐ Is shift duty required?
- Yes. Both day/night shifts and holiday working (including Saturday/Sunday) are required.
- ๐ What documents must be enclosed?
- A legible copy of PPO, service certificate, and experience certificate must be enclosed with the application.
โ Conclusion
The CRIS Recruitment 2026 for Project Assistant / Project Officer (Finance) offers retired Railway officials an opportunity to continue contributing their expertise in accounts and finance. With flexible postโretirement engagement and a oneโyear tenure, this role ensures experienced professionals can support CRISโs financial operations. Interested candidates should apply within 15 days of publication via Dak or email.
