- IRCTC is conducting walk-in interviews for Hospitality Monitors on a fixed-term contract basis for a period of two years, extendable for one year based on performance.
- The role involves supervising and monitoring food production, quality, and services in mobile catering units (Vande Bharat Trains, Mail/Express Trains, Tourist Trains, etc.) and static catering units.
- Responsibilities include ensuring equipment functionality, pest control, cleaning, compliance with company policies, customer care, feedback analysis, and statutory regulations.
- Candidates may be deployed nationwide at the discretion of IRCTC, with primary posting locations in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh.
- The engagement is contractual only and does not entitle candidates to regular/permanent employment in IRCTC.
IRC
🎓 BBA
🎓 BHM
🎓 MBA
Hospitality Monitors (Fixed Term Contract) Recruitment
Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC)
Total Vacancies
22
Job Location
Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Odisha, Chhattisgarh (with possible nationwide deployment)
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC) (IRCTC) |
| Job Category | PSU |
| Eligibility Qualification | BBA (bba), BHM (bhm), MBA (mba) |
| Number of Vacancies | 22 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹30,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Fee Amount: Rs. 25,000, Fee Type: Security Deposit, Fee Format: Demand Draft, Fee Condition: To be furnished by selected candidates as part of the contract engagement. Forfeited if the minimum service period of one year is not completed. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualifications (any one of the following):
• Full-time B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration from a CIHM/SIHM/PIHM affiliated to NCHM&CT/UGC/AICTE/Government of India
• BBA/MBA (Culinary Arts) from Indian Culinary Institutes under the Ministry of Tourism
• B.Sc. Hotel Management and Catering Science from Government-recognized Universities (UGC/AICTE/Government of India/State Government)
• MBA (Tourism and Hotel Management) from Government-recognized Universities (UGC/AICTE/Government of India/State Government)
- Age Limits (as of 01.09.2026):
• Up to 28 years (no experience required)
• 28–30 years (1 year of experience required)
• 30–35 years (2 years of experience required)
• Up to 35 years for UR candidates (with age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Government guidelines)
- Age Relaxations:
• 5 years for SC/ST applicants
• 3 years for OBC applicants
• 10 years for PwBD applicants
• Up to the extent of service rendered in defense + 3 years for Ex-Servicemen
- Gender Eligibility: Both
- Nationality: Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
• Full-time B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration from a CIHM/SIHM/PIHM affiliated to NCHM&CT/UGC/AICTE/Government of India
• BBA/MBA (Culinary Arts) from Indian Culinary Institutes under the Ministry of Tourism
• B.Sc. Hotel Management and Catering Science from Government-recognized Universities (UGC/AICTE/Government of India/State Government)
• MBA (Tourism and Hotel Management) from Government-recognized Universities (UGC/AICTE/Government of India/State Government)
- Age Limits (as of 01.09.2026):
• Up to 28 years (no experience required)
• 28–30 years (1 year of experience required)
• 30–35 years (2 years of experience required)
• Up to 35 years for UR candidates (with age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Government guidelines)
- Age Relaxations:
• 5 years for SC/ST applicants
• 3 years for OBC applicants
• 10 years for PwBD applicants
• Up to the extent of service rendered in defense + 3 years for Ex-Servicemen
- Gender Eligibility: Both
- Nationality: Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Walk-in Interview with duly filled application form (attached to the notification) and original documents for verification.
- Shortlisting based on credentials and performance in the personal interview.
- Offer of engagement issued to shortlisted candidates in order of merit, subject to antecedent verification.
- Reserve Panel: 22 additional candidates will be placed on the reserve panel (including 04 OBC backlog vacancies).
- Medical Fitness: Engagement is subject to passing a pre-employment medical test. Continuation in service is also contingent on remaining medically fit.
- Shortlisting based on credentials and performance in the personal interview.
- Offer of engagement issued to shortlisted candidates in order of merit, subject to antecedent verification.
- Reserve Panel: 22 additional candidates will be placed on the reserve panel (including 04 OBC backlog vacancies).
- Medical Fitness: Engagement is subject to passing a pre-employment medical test. Continuation in service is also contingent on remaining medically fit.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General
OBC
SC
ST
PwBD
EWS
Ex-Serviceman
OBC
SC
ST
PwBD
EWS
Ex-Serviceman
📂 Required Documents
- Proof of Educational Qualification (Certificate & Marksheets)
- Proof of Experience (if any)
- Proof of Date of Birth (10th Certificate)
- Proof of Category (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS/Ex-Serviceman) with self-attested certificates from competent authorities
- Aadhaar Number
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- Security Deposit Demand Draft of Rs. 25,000/- (to be furnished by selected candidates)
- Proof of Experience (if any)
- Proof of Date of Birth (10th Certificate)
- Proof of Category (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS/Ex-Serviceman) with self-attested certificates from competent authorities
- Aadhaar Number
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- Security Deposit Demand Draft of Rs. 25,000/- (to be furnished by selected candidates)
💳 Application Fee Details
• Fee Amount: Rs. 25,000, Fee Type: Security Deposit, Fee Format: Demand Draft, Fee Condition: To be furnished by selected candidates as part of the contract engagement. Forfeited if the minimum service period of one year is not completed.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the total number of vacancies available for Hospitality Monitors in IRCTC?
There are 22 vacancies for Hospitality Monitors, including 04 OBC backlog vacancies from the previous notification. Additionally, 22 candidates will be placed on a reserve panel.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying as a Hospitality Monitor in IRCTC?
The maximum age limit is 35 years as of 01.09.2026, with relaxations for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), and Ex-Servicemen (up to the extent of service rendered + 3 years).
Q.
What is the salary structure for Hospitality Monitors in IRCTC?
The CTC is Rs. 30,000/- per month (including statutory deductions). Additional allowances include Daily Allowance (Rs. 350/- per day), Lodging Charges (Rs. 240/- for night stays), National Holiday Allowance (Rs. 384/- per holiday), and Medical Insurance (Rs. 1,400/- to Rs. 2,000/- per month).
Q.
Where and when are the walk-in interviews for Hospitality Monitors scheduled?
The walk-in interviews are scheduled on 05.10.2026 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha and 08.10.2026 in Hyderabad, Telangana, both from 10:30 hrs to 17:30 hrs. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Q.
What documents are required to be submitted during the walk-in interview?
Candidates must submit original documents for verification, including proof of educational qualifications, proof of experience (if any), proof of date of birth, category certificates, Aadhaar number, and two passport-size photographs. A security deposit of Rs. 25,000/- in the form of a Demand Draft will also be required from selected candidates.