Want to become Bullet Train Pilot? NHSRCL announces key vacancies, invites applications

New Delhi: The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL), which is executing India’s ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project, has invited applications for over 160 vacancies across multiple technical and managerial roles. Among the most sought-after positions is that of the HSR (High-Speed Rail) Pilot, with 4 posts available for candidates eager to be at the forefront of India’s high-speed rail revolution.

As per NHSRCL, the post of HSR Pilot has 4 vacancies — 2 for SC candidates and 1 each for ST and EWS candidates. The essential qualification includes a three-year engineering diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a combination of these disciplines from a recognized university/institution. A degree in the relevant engineering field will also be considered in place of the diploma.

Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Driver/Train Operator/Loco Pilot in Indian Railways or government-owned Metro Railways. The upper age limit is 35 years as on 31.03.2025.

Desirable skills include proficiency in the Japanese language (N5/N4/N3 level) and experience in OCC, crew management, and training activities.

It is noteworthy that selected candidates will undergo comprehensive training in Japan, including theoretical, practical, and on-the-job training (OJT) for 12–18 months. Post-training, candidates may be assigned to high-speed train operations in Japan or India on a secondment basis for 1–2 years.

Aspiring candidates can apply for the job at https://jobapply.in/NHSRCL2025.

The other jobs for which NHSRCL has invited applications include:

  • Junior Technical Manager (Civil) – 35 Posts

  • Junior Technical Manager (Electrical) – 17 Posts

  • Junior Technical Manager (SNT) – 3 Posts

  • Junior Technical Manager (Rolling Stock) – 4 Posts

  • Assistant Technical Manager (Architecture) – 8 Posts

  • Assistant Technical Manager (Database Administrator) – 1 Post

  • Assistant Manager (Procurement) – 1 Post

  • Assistant Manager (General) – 2 Posts

  • JGM (IT) – 1 Post

  • JGM (Marketing) – 1 Post

  • Senior Manager (Transport, Safety & Marketing) – 4 Posts

  • Senior Manager (Rules) – 1 Post

  • Senior Manager (Planning) – 2 Posts

  • Manager (Planning) – 1 Post

  • Manager (Civil) – 1 Post

  • Manager (Track) – 2 Posts

  • Manager (Electrical) – 2 Posts

  • Manager (Signalling) – 4 Posts

  • Manager (Operations-OCC) – 1 Post

  • Manager (Train Operations) – 1 Post

  • Manager (Station Operations) – 1 Post

  • Assistant Manager (Marketing) – 5 Posts

  • Assistant Manager (Transportation) – 1 Post

  • Assistant Manager (Rules) – 1 Post

  • Assistant Manager (IT) – 4 Posts

  • Assistant Manager (Public Relations) – 1 Post

  • Assistant Manager (Corporate Affairs) – 1 Post

  • Assistant Manager (Civil) – 4 Posts

  • Assistant Manager (Track) – 5 Posts

  • Assistant Manager (Electrical) – 5 Posts

  • Assistant Manager (Rolling Stock) – 7 Posts

  • Assistant Manager (Train Operations) – 2 Posts

  • Assistant Manager (Station Operations) – 1 Post

  • Deputy Engineer (Civil) – 4 Posts

  • Deputy Engineer (Track) – 3 Posts

  • Deputy Engineer (Electrical) – 7 Posts

  • Deputy Engineer (Signalling) – 5 Posts

  • Deputy Engineer (Telecom) – 2 Posts

  • Deputy Engineer (Rolling Stock) – 2 Posts

  • Dy. Chief Facility Controller (Civil) – 2 Posts

  • Dy. Chief Facility Controller (Track) – 1 Post

  • Dy. Chief Controller (Electrical) – 3 Posts

  • Dy. Chief Controller (S&T) – 3 Posts

  • Dy. Chief Train & Crew Controller (Rolling Stock) – 2 Posts

  • Dy. Chief Train & Crew Controller (Train Operations) – 1 Post

  • Dy. Chief Traffic & Passenger Controller – 2 Posts

  • Junior Engineer (Civil) – 5 Posts

  • Junior Engineer (Track) – 10 Posts

  • Junior Engineer (Electrical) – 2 Posts

  • Junior Engineer (Signalling) – 1 Post

  • Junior Engineer (Rolling Stock) – 2 Posts

  • Train Manager – 3 Posts

  • Station Manager – 6 Posts