IRCTC Hospitality Monitors Hiring 2026: Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Ltd, A Public Sector Undertaking (Navratna) under the Ministry of Railways, has released a notification for the recruitment of Hospitality Monitors. IRCTC/South Central Zone is conducting walk-In- Interview for Qualified Hotel Management / Hospitality Professionals for engagement as ‘Hospitality Monitors’ on Fixed Term Contract basis for a period of two (02) years initially and extendable for one (01) year based on requirement and satisfactory performance.
IRCTC Hospitality Monitors Hiring 2026: (Name and Number of Posts)
“Hospitality Monitors” 43* posts *Includes 04 OBC backlog vacancies [Reservation as per Govt. of India policy]
The total number of vacancies of 43 posts also includes the backlog vacancy of OBC points (04 nos) against the previous Notification No.2025/IRCTC/ HRD/ SCZ/Rectt.-I/ Hospitality Monitors (Fixed Term Contract) dated 28.10.2025
Educational Qualification:
- Full-time B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration from a Central or State institute of Hotel Management (CIHM/ SIHM/PIHM) affiliated to National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHM&CT)/ UGC/ AICTE/ Government of India.
- BBA/MBA (Culinary Arts) from the Indian Culinary Institute under the Ministry of Tourism.
- B.Sc. Hotel Management and Catering Science from Government-recognized Universities affiliated to UGC/AICTE/Government of India/State Government.
- M.B.A (Tourism and Hotel Management) from Government-recognized Universities affiliated with UGC/ AICTE/ Government of India/ State Government.
Experience: Freshers with relevant educational qualifications
Age Limit: (Upper age limit as on 01.01.2026)
27 years for UR. Age relaxation will be given to SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwBD / Ex-Serviceman applicants as per Government guidelines. Upper age is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST applicants, by 3 years for OBC applicants, and by 10 years for PwBD applicants. Ex-Service Men – Up to the extent of service rendered in defence, plus 3 yrs.
Remuneration and other allowances:
- CTC: Rs 30,000/- per month (incl. of Statutory Deductions)
- Daily Allowance: Rs 350/- per day for on-duty on-board in train (s) (100% for more than 12 hours, 70% for 6 to 12hours, and 30% and less than 6 hours)
- Lodging Charges: Rs. 240/- only if night stay is involved at the outstation.
- National Holiday Allowance (NHA): Rs 384/- per National Holiday (if worked).
- Medical Insurance: Rs. 1,400/- per month (up to 35 yrs), Rs 2,000/- per month (36 – 50 yrs). Reimbursement is subject to the submission of valid documents.Place of Posting:
- The selected candidates may be posted in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Odisha, & Chhattisgarh. However, candidates may be deployed/ posted anywhere in India at the discretion of IRCTC.
Selection Process for IRCTC Hospitality Monitors Hiring:
Candidates are requested to fill in the application form (attached along with this notification), duly completing it in all respects. The completed application form has to be submitted at the venue of the interview for verification along with original documents, one set of attested copies of the requisite documents, and two recent passport-size photographs. An interview will be conducted, and based on the credentials & performance in the personal interview, the candidates will be shortlisted. The offer of engagement shall be issued to the suitable candidates in the order of merit and based on the number of vacancies, subject to verification of antecedents. In addition to 43* shortlisted candidates, names of 43 candidates will also be placed on the Reserve Panel. (*Includes 04 OBC backlog vacancies)
Medical fitness:
The engagement will be subject to your being found fit in the medical test prescribed for the post, for which you will have to undergo a pre-employment medical examination, and your continuation will also be subject to your remaining medically fit.
Scope of work:
- Responsible for the supervision and monitoring of food production, quality & services in nominated mobile catering units (Vande Bharat Trains / Mail / Express trains/ TSVs) / Tourist Trains /Bharat Gaurav Trains, etc.
- Responsible for the supervision and monitoring of food production and quality in nominated static catering units / Base Kitchens / Cluster Kitchens as well as kitchens where the supply of meal being made to Vande Bharat Trains etc.
- Responsible for ensuring the working of equipment and proper pest control, and ensuring proper cleaning of the mini pantry and pantry by the service provider staff before completion of each round trip.
- The nature of duty will also require movement in trains (All over India).
- To ensure compliance with company policies and standard hospitality procedures/practices.
- To ensure proper man-power & materials for the nominated mobile/static catering units.
- To resolve customer/passenger care-related issues and implement effective Complaint management.
- To collect feedback, its analysis, and course correction.
- To ensure statutory compliance/regulations as applicable.
- To supervise & educate the staff in efficient upkeep of equipment and devices.
- To coordinate with various departments, offices, and business partners.
* The list is only tentative and the candidates will be assigned duties from time-to-time as per extant guidelines.
Place/ Date of walk-in-Interview:
| Location: | Date & Time |
| IRCTC, South Central Zone Zonal Office 1 st Floor, Oxford Plaza, Sarojini Devi Road, Secunderabad – 500 003 | Date: 12-03-2026 and 13-03-2026 Time: From 10:30 hrs to 17:30 hrs |
How to Apply for the Recruitment of IRCTC (Hospitality Monitors):
- Firstly, download the Application Form: Visit the official IRCTC website (irctc.com) and download the application form attached to the notification. –See Below
- Secondly, fill out the form completely and accurately.
- Thirdly, Prepare Documents: Gather all original documents, a set of self-attested copies, and two passport-size photographs.
- Fourthly, attend the Walk-in-Interview: Visit the interview venue on March 12 or 13, 2026, between 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
- At last, Submit the Application: Submit the application form along with the documents for verification at the venue.
Interview Venue:
1st Floor, Oxford Plaza, Sarojini Devi Road
Secunderabad – 500 003
Official Notification & Application Form: Download
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