General Manager (Operations) – CMRL
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹120,000 - ₹280,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.E / B.Tech or any Graduate from a Govt recognized Institute/University approved by AICTE / UGC.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 20 years of post-qualification executive experience with at least 3 years at the AGM level or equivalent.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 55 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The General Manager (Operations) position at Chennai Metro Rail Limited is a high-level leadership role responsible for overseeing the efficient and safe movement of metro services across the network. This regular appointment requires a seasoned professional capable of managing complex transit operations and maintenance schedules in a high-pressure urban environment. Candidates will lead strategic planning for operational excellence while ensuring compliance with safety standards and passenger service protocols. Joining CMRL at this level offers a significant opportunity to shape the future of public transportation in Chennai through a stable, high-impact government joint venture.
- This executive role is ideal for senior professionals with extensive experience in railway or metro operations and maintenance.
- The position involves high-level administrative responsibilities including strategic oversight of transit systems and safety protocols.
- Candidates from government sectors should be in the Senior Administrative Grade (SAG) or equivalent to meet eligibility.
- The selection process includes a rigorous two-stage evaluation consisting of a personal interview and a comprehensive medical exam.
- Selected officers will serve a one-year probation period to ensure alignment with CMRL operational standards.
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Additional Salary Information
IDA Pay Scale: ₹1,20,000 - ₹2,80,000 plus 30% HRA, DA, and 31.5% Cafeteria Allowance.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Interview Medical Examination
Application Fees
Unreserved & Others: Rs. 300 SC/ST: Rs. 50 Differently Abled Persons: Nil
Reservation
1 Vacancy (General/Unreserved)
How to Apply
- Visit the CMRL Career portal at https://careers.chennaimetrorail.org/ Register using a valid email ID to receive a registration link.
- Click the verify button in the email to authenticate your account.
- Log in and fill in all required details in the application form.
- Upload self-attested documents including age proof, certificates, and experience letters.
- Pay the application fee via NEFT/UPI to the specified Canara Bank account.
- Upload the payment receipt/acknowledgement in the online form.
- Submit the application on or before 20-07-2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The pay scale for the General Manager (Operations) is ₹1,20,000 to ₹2,80,000 per month under the IDA pattern.
Candidates must hold a B.E / B.Tech degree or be a Graduate from a recognized Institute or University approved by AICTE/UGC.
The maximum age limit for this position is 55 years as of July 1, 2026.
