Krishnapatnam Railway Company Ltd. Invites Applications for Managing Director
Krishnapatnam Railway Company Ltd (KRCL) is hiring a Managing Director. Eligible SAG-level Railway officers can apply by Jan 15, 2026.

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) has issued a global vacancy circular for the appointment of the Managing Director (MD) for Krishnapatnam Railway Company Limited (KRCL). KRCL is a high-profile Joint Venture involving Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), Adani Krishnapatnam Port, NMDC, and the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
The Railway Board, via communication No. 2025/E(O)II/39/25, has directed all General Managers and DGs of Indian Railway zones and production units to nominate eligible volunteers for this leadership role.
Job Profile & Responsibilities
The Managing Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of KRCL, reporting directly to the Board of Directors and shareholders.
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Strategic Leadership: Responsible for the efficient functioning of the company and achieving corporate performance parameters.
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Coordination: The role requires high-level coordination between multiple stakeholders, including private port operators and government bodies.
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Operational Excellence: Focus on problem-solving, innovation, and delivering customer-focused results at optimal costs.
Eligibility Criteria & Experience
The search is focused on veteran railway professionals who possess a deep understanding of large-scale infrastructure and logistics.
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Experience: Minimum 25 years of experience in Railways, with at least 5 years in Senior Administrative Grade (SAG) or above.
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Education: Graduate in any discipline.
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Age Limit: Maximum 60 years as on the date of the vacancy notice (December 16, 2025).
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Tenure: The appointment is for 3 years, extendable by another 2 years, subject to a maximum age limit of 65 years. Note: Appointment will not be on a deputation basis.
Remuneration & Benefits
The pay structure is aligned with top-tier Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs):
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Scale of Pay: Director of Schedule-'A' Company (CPSE).
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Perks: Benefits as decided by the KRCL Board.
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Post-60 Provision: For candidates serving beyond 60 years, the pay will be in the Schedule-'A' scale minus any pension drawn.
How to Apply
Willing and eligible candidates must submit their applications through the proper channel (including Vigilance/DAR clearance and CRS).
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Closing Date: January 15, 2026 (18:00 HRS).
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Email Submission: Applications can be sent to usd@rb.railnet.gov.in.
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Physical Address: > Krishnapatnam Railway Company Limited
C/o Rail Vikas Nigam Limited, 3rd Floor, Lekha Bhavan, South Central Railway, Secunderabad - 500025, Telangana.
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Website: Form available at https://krcl.org.in/