IRCTC Recruitment 2026: Engagement of Qualified CA/CMA (Contract) – West Zone
Notification Date: 21-01-2026
Engagement Type: Contractual (initially 2 years, extendable by 1 year based on requirement & satisfactory performance)
This page contains the complete details from the official notification for engagement of Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) / Cost & Management Accountant (CMA) on a contractual basis for IRCTC West Zone, including vacancy details, pay, eligibility, age limit, reservation, walk-in interview schedule and venues, application steps, selection process, and all important instructions/disclaimers mentioned in the notification.
Organization Details
| Organization | Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) – West Zone |
| Nationality Requirement | Only Indian nationals are eligible. |
| Updates / Corrigendum | Any corrigendum/clarifications (including changes in date/place of interview) will be uploaded on the official IRCTC website only. |
Post Details (Designation & Vacancy)
| Designation | No. of Posts | Selection Mode |
| Chartered Accountant (CA) / Cost & Management Accountant (CMA) | 01 | Walk-in Interview |
Reservation Note: Reservation will be as per Government of India policy.
Employment Type, Tenure & Compensation
| Employment Type | Contractual |
| Contract Tenure | Initially for 2 years; may be extended by 1 year depending upon requirement and satisfactory performance. |
| Base Salary / CTC | Rs. 70,000/- per month (Total CTC) including statutory deductions.
Other allowances as applicable. |
Important: Engagement is purely contractual and does not confer any right/claim for regular/permanent employment.
Job Location (Place of Posting)
| Primary Place of Posting | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Deployment Note | Candidate may be deployed/posted anywhere in India at the discretion of IRCTC, depending on organizational requirements. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Time | Notes |
| Notification Date | 21-01-2026 | - | - |
| Age Cut-off Date | 21-01-2026 | - | Age is calculated with reference to this date. |
| Walk-in Interview (Bhopal) | 17-02-2026 (Tuesday) | 10:30 AM to 05:30 PM | Venue details provided below. |
| Walk-in Interview (Mumbai) | 24-02-2026 (Tuesday) | 10:30 AM to 05:30 PM | Venue details provided below. |
| Walk-in Interview (Porvorim, Goa) | 27-02-2026 (Friday) | 10:30 AM to 05:30 PM | Venue details provided below. |
| Walk-in Interview (Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Gujarat) | 05-03-2026 (Thursday) | 10:30 AM to 05:30 PM | Venue details provided below. |
Reminder: Any changes to interview dates/venues (corrigendum/clarifications) will be published on the official IRCTC website only.
Walk-in Interview Venues (Full Address)
| City / State | Venue | Full Address | Postal Code |
| Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Bhopal | Near Academy of Administration, 1100 Quarters, Arera Colony, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | 462016 |
| Mumbai, Maharashtra | IRCTC West Zone Office (Conference Hall, 3rd Floor) | Forbes Building, Charanjit Rai Marg, Fort, Mumbai | 400001 |
| Porvorim, Goa | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Goa | Alto Porvorim, Bardez, Penha de Franc, Goa | 403521 |
| Gandhinagar (Highway), Gujarat | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Ahmedabad | Bhaijipura Chokdi, PDPU Road, Airport Gandhinagar Highway, Gandhinagar, Gujarat | 382426 |
TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview.
Eligibility Criteria (Complete)
Educational Qualification
- Candidate must be a qualified CA or CMA.
Post-Qualification Experience
- Minimum 02 years post-qualification experience is required.
Essential Experience (As Stated)
- 01 year working exposure of ERP/SAP, Oracle.
- 01 year working experience of accounting & taxation (other than audit).
Other Skills / Desirable Attributes Mentioned
- Knowledge of computer (MS Office) and report preparation is desirable.
- Ability to solve problems and make rational decisions.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Upper Age Limit: 40 years for UR category as on 21-01-2026.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | To the extent of defence service rendered + 3 years |
Reservation Details & Category Certificates
Reservation: Reservation will be as per Government of India policy (for the single post as notified).
Required Proof (Where Applicable)
- Candidates must attach self-attested category certificate(s) as applicable (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD / EWS / Ex-Servicemen).
- For OBC-NCL: Certificate should be in Government of India prescribed format (format is included in the notification).
Application Fees
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Application Process (Walk-in Interview)
- Fill the application form/proforma attached with the notification.
- Submit the duly filled application form at the interview venue for verification.
- Attend the walk-in interview on the scheduled date/time at the venue(s) listed above.
Documents / Items to Carry
- Original documents for verification.
- One set of attested copies of required documents.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
For candidates working in Govt./PSU: Apply through proper channel OR submit NOC at the time of interview OR provide relieving letter if selected (as per the notification instructions).
Selection Process
- Selection will be through Walk-in Interview.
- Shortlisting will be based on credentials and performance in personal interview.
- Offer will be issued to suitable candidates in order of merit and as per vacancy position, subject to verification of antecedents.
- An equal number of candidates may be kept in a reserved panel, subject to availability of suitable candidates.
Important: Vacancies (including reserved panel requirements) may increase or decrease depending on IRCTC’s requirements.
Other Important Instructions, Terms & Disclaimers
Nature of Engagement
- Engagement is purely contractual; it does not provide any right/claim for regular/permanent employment.
- Contract is initially for 2 years and may be extended by 1 year based on requirement and satisfactory performance.
Termination Clause
- Contract may be terminated with one month notice by either side.
- Contract may be terminated without notice if performance is not satisfactory.
Security Deposit (Mandatory for Selected Candidate)
Selected candidate(s) must furnish Rs. 25,000 as Demand Draft in favour of IRCTC Ltd. payable at Mumbai.
Medical Requirements & Insurance
- Engagement is subject to the candidate being medically fit as per IRCTC standards.
- Medical insurance will be as per extant policy and age; reimbursement is on submission of valid documents (as per the notification).
Work Scope (Key Responsibilities Mentioned)
- ERP entries and related accounting activities.
- Auditing-related work as per requirements mentioned.
- Taxation-related activities (accounting & taxation experience required; audit excluded as specified in eligibility).
- Finalization of accounts, annual closing activities.
- Banking-related work, payroll accounts handling.
- Reconciliation and related financial tasks.
Verification & False Information
If any false/incorrect information is found at any stage, the candidature/services can be terminated as per the notification.
TA/DA
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview.
Contact / Helpline
The notification does not provide helpline phone numbers or email contact details. For updates/corrigendum, candidates are instructed to check the official IRCTC website.
Official Links
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Official Website Check for updates/corrigendum as instructed in the notification.
Visit IRCTC Website
The official notification link is provided below as requested.
