The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has released a recruitment notification for 150 Maintainer posts under a special drive for Ex-Military personnel. This recruitment is aimed at utilizing the experience and technical skills of ex-servicemen for the efficient operation and maintenance of the Namma Metro system in Bangalore.
Post Name and Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Maintainer (Contract Basis)
- Total Vacancies: 150
- Job Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
- Contract Duration: 5 years (extendable based on performance and requirement)
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Online Application: April 23, 2025
- Closing Date for Online Application: May 22, 2025
- Last Date for Receipt of Printed Application: May 27, 2025
- Tentative Exam Date: June 2025
Application Fee
There is no application fee for this recruitment. It is a special initiative for Ex-Military personnel and therefore exempt from any charges.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have completed Matriculation (10th Class) and a two-year ITI certificate in one of the following trades:- Electrician
- Instrument Mechanic
- Electronics Mechanic
- Wireman
- Fitter
- Mechanic Computer Hardware
- Mechanic Industrial Electronics
- Information Technology & Electronics System Maintenance
- Mechanic Communication Equipment Maintenance
- Mechanic Mechatronics
- Or an equivalent qualification certified by the Defense Services or recognized by NCVT/NCTVT/NAC
- Age Limit:
Applicants must not be more than 50 years old as of May 22, 2025. - Other Requirement:
Only Ex-Military personnel are eligible to apply for this recruitment.
Selection Process
The selection process involves the following stages:
- Written Examination – An objective-type test to assess technical skills and reasoning ability.
- Interview – A personal interaction to assess suitability for the post.
- Medical Examination – To check the medical fitness of the candidate.
- Document Verification – Original documents will be verified for eligibility confirmation.
Exam Pattern
- Mode: Online Computer-Based Test
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Total Questions: 100
- Language: English
- Marking Scheme:
- +1 for each correct answer
- -0.25 for each incorrect answer
- Sections:
- General Knowledge – 30 questions
- Reasoning and Analytical Ability – 30 questions
- Technical Subject – 40 questions
Salary Structure
- Pay Scale: ₹25,000 – ₹59,060 per month
- Annual Increment: 3%
- Benefits: Other allowances as per BMRCL O&M rules
How to Apply
- Visit the official BMRCL career portal.
- Click on the Maintainer notification titled “BMRCL/HR/0006/O&M/2025/ dated 23/04/2025.”
- Click on “Apply Online.”
- Register using your mobile number, select the relevant post and notification, and fill out the application form.
- Upload required documents in the prescribed format.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the application form for your records.
- Send the printed form and documents to BMRCL by post before May 27, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Who can apply for the BMRCL Maintainer posts?
A: Only Ex-Military personnel with Matriculation and a two-year ITI certificate in relevant trades are eligible to apply.
Q2: Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
A: No, there is no application fee for this recruitment drive.