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Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Limited (RCF Ltd) has released its much-anticipated RCFL Recruitment Notification 2025 for various Management Trainee (MT) and Officer positions across disciplines. With handsome stipends, guaranteed absorption in E-1/E-2 grades, and excellent career prospects in a “Navratna” PSU, this drive is a coveted opportunity for fresh graduates and professionals alike. Below, we delve into every detail you need—vacancy matrix, eligibility criteria, application procedure, selection process, fee structure, salary & benefits, and more. Make sure to download the official PDF to verify specifics and apply before the deadline.
Overview of RCFL & Recruitment Drive
Important Dates
Vacancy Details & Reserved Categories
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Age Limits & Relaxations
Educational & Experience Requirements
Application Fee & Mode of Payment
How to Apply Online
Step-by-Step Registration & Document Upload
Selection Process
Online Test Pattern
Personal Interview & Final Merit
Salary, Stipend & Other Benefits
Reserved Category & PwBD Details
FAQ Section
Download Official Notification PDF
Conclusion & Call to Action
Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Limited (RCF Ltd) is a Government of India “Navratna” PSU specializing in manufacturing fertilizers and industrial chemicals. With two major manufacturing units—Thal (Raigad, Maharashtra) and Trombay (Chembur, Mumbai)—and a national‐level marketing network, RCF recorded revenues of approximately ₹17,146.74 crores in the last fiscal. This recruitment (Advertisement No. 05022025) aims to fill backlog vacancies for MT (Boiler) and MT (Marketing), along with fresh openings for MT/Officer posts in multiple disciplines.
RCF’s Special Recruitment Drive targets:
Management Trainee (Boiler): 5 posts (including backlog)
Management Trainee (Marketing): 3 posts (backlog)
MT/Officer (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Instrumentation, Environment, Safety, Material, Industrial Engineering, Finance, Secretarial, HR, Admin)
Officer (Finance, Secretarial)
Selected candidates will train for one year (MTs) or join directly in E-1/E-2 grades (Officers), with postings at Trombay/Thal/Area Offices nationwide.
Note: The number of vacancies is tentative and may vary at RCF’s discretion. Additional candidates will be empaneled to meet unforeseen vacancies within one year of empanelment.
UR: Unreserved SC: Scheduled Caste ST: Scheduled Tribe OBC (NCL): Other Backward Class (Non-Creamy Layer) EWS: Economically Weaker Section PwBD: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (noted horizontally within each category)
UR: Unreserved
SC: Scheduled Caste
ST: Scheduled Tribe
OBC (NCL): Other Backward Class (Non-Creamy Layer)
EWS: Economically Weaker Section
PwBD: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (noted horizontally within each category)
Cut-off date for age/qualification: 1 February 2025.
Age relaxations:
SC/ST: +5 years (against SC/ST posts)
OBC (NCL): +3 years (against OBC posts)
PwBD: +10 years (UR/EWS), +15 years (SC/ST), +13 years (OBC) against reserved posts
Dependents of 1984 Riot victims: +5 years (across categories)
Below is a consolidated summary. For complete details, always refer to the official notification.
Qualification (Either “A” or “B”):
A. CA/CMA (no percentage criteria)
B.
✔ Regular, full-time Graduation (B.Com/BMS/BAF/BBA) from UGC/AICTE institute
✔ Plus 2-year full-time Post-Graduation (MBA/MMS/PGDM/PGDBM or equivalent) with Finance specialization (min. 60% aggregate; 55% for SC).
Note: M.Com is not eligible.
If specialization isn’t mentioned on marksheet, a certificate from institute must confirm.
Experience: Minimum 2 years post-qualification in executive cadre, handling accounting & financial matters (auditing, budgeting, taxation). (Training/internship does not count.)
Desirable: Knowledge of SAP FICO module
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): UR/EWS – 34 yrs; SC – 39 yrs; OBC (NCL) – 37 yrs
A. Regular, full-time 4 year BE/B.Tech in Chemical/Petrochemical/Mechanical/Instrumentation/Electrical from UGC/AICTE
???? Plus Valid Boiler Operation Engineer’s Certificate (BOE)/Boiler Proficiency Certificate from a Statutory Authority
B. Regular, full-time 3 year BE/B.Tech in above disciplines (after 3 year Diploma), plus BOE/Proficiency Certificate
Dual/Integrated/Allied degrees in above branches are acceptable if main discipline is clearly indicated.
Min. Percentage: 60% in final year (55% for SC/ST).
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): EWS – 27 yrs; SC/ST – 32 yrs; +5 yrs for 1984 riot dependent.
Qualification (Either “A,” “B,” or “C”):
A. Regular, full-time UGC/AICTE/ICAR-recognized Science/Engineering/Agriculture graduate
???? Plus 2-year full-time Post-Graduate (MBA/MMS in Marketing or Agriculture MBA/Agri Business Management)
B. Regular, full-time graduate (Science/Engg/Agriculture)
???? Plus 2-year full-time PG Diploma in Business Management (equivalent to MBA) in Agri Business/Agriculture/Marketing
C. Regular, full-time graduate (Science/Engg/Agriculture)
???? Plus 2-year full-time PG Diploma in Management (equivalent to MBA) in Agri Business/Agriculture/Marketing
If specialization isn’t specified on marksheet, a letter from college/university must clarify it.
Min. Percentage: 60% in PG/PG Diploma (55% for ST).
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): ST – 32 yrs; OBC (NCL) – 30 yrs; +5 yrs for 1984 riot dependent.
Qualification (Any one of “A,” “B,” or “C”):
A. Regular, full-time 4 year BE/B.Tech in Chemical/Chemical Technology/Petrochemical Engineering/Petrochemical Technology
B. Regular, full-time 3 year BE/B.Tech in above branches (after 3 year Diploma)
C. Dual/Integrated degree in above Chemical branches
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): UR/EWS – 27 yrs; SC/ST – 32 yrs; OBC (NCL) – 30 yrs; PwBD (UR/EWS) – 37 yrs; PwBD (SC/ST) – 42 yrs; PwBD (OBC) – 40 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
A. Regular, full-time 4 year BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
B. Regular, full-time 3 year BE/B.Tech in Mechanical (after Diploma)
C. Dual/Integrated degree in Mechanical Engineering
Min. Percentage: 60% in final year.
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): UR – 27 yrs; OBC (NCL) – 30 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
A. Regular, full-time 4 year BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Environmental Engineering)
B. 4 year BE/B.Tech (preferably Chemical) plus 2-year PG or PG Diploma in Environmental Engineering
C. Full-time Master’s (ME/M.Tech) in Environmental Engineering
Min. Percentage: 60% in relevant degree.
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): UR – 27 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
A. Regular, full-time 4 year BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering/ Electrical & Power Engineering/ Electrical Power Engineering
B. 3 year BE/B.Tech in above branches (after Diploma)
C. Dual/Integrated degree in above branches
Min. Percentage: 60% in final year (55% for SC).
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): UR – 27 yrs; SC – 32 yrs; OBC (NCL) – 30 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
A. 4 year BE/B.Tech in Instrumentation Engg/Instrumentation Technology/Instrumentation & Control Engg
A. 4 year BE/B.Tech in any Civil-related specialization (e.g., Civil & Infrastructure, Construction Technology, Planning, etc.)
B. 3 year BE/B.Tech in above (after Diploma)
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): UR/EWS – 27 yrs; OBC (NCL) – 30 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
Qualification (Any one of “A,” “B,” “C,” or “D”):
A. 4 year BE/B.Tech in Chemical/Petrochemical/ Chemical Technology
C. 4 year BE/B.Tech in Fire & Safety
D. 3 year BE/B.Tech in Fire & Safety (after Diploma)
+ 1-year Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (must follow engineering qualification)
Min. Percentage: 55% in final year (55% for SC).
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): SC – 32 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
A. 4 year BE/B.Tech in one of: Chemical/Petrochemical/Chemical Technology/Mechanical/Electrical/Electrical & Power/ Electrical Power/Instrumentation/Instrumentation Technology/Instrumentation & Control
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): UR/EWS – 27 yrs; SC/ST – 32 yrs; OBC (NCL) – 30 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
A. 4 year BE/B.Tech in Industrial Engineering (uni/institute recognized by UGC/AICTE)
B. 4 year BE/B.Tech in any branch + 2 year PG degree/diploma in Industrial Engineering / IE & Management / IE & Operations Research
C. 3 year BE/B.Tech in any branch (after Diploma) + 2 year PG degree/diploma in IE / IE & Management / IE & Operations Research
Qualification: Regular, full-time Post-Graduate (3+2) in any discipline (60% final year; 55% for SC).
Preferred: Diploma in Executive Secretary/Personal Assistant/Office Management/Secretarial Practice, MSCIT/MS Office; Shorthand skills; Bhashini app; social media handling.
Experience (E1 Grade):
10 years post-qualification, including 1 year as Secretary to senior executives (Chairman/ MD/ CEO/ CFO/ etc.) in PSU/PSEB/Private Company (≥ ₹5,000 cr turnover; min. ₹10 Lakh CTC for private).
Experience (E2 Grade):
10 years post-qualification, including 3 years in E1 grade (≥ ₹5,000 cr turnover; min. ₹13.7 Lakh CTC).
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): UR – 40 yrs; SC – 45 yrs; OBC (NCL) – 43 yrs; PwBD (UR) – 50 yrs; PwBD (SC) – 55 yrs; PwBD (OBC) – 53 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
Qualification:
Regular, full-time Graduation (any discipline),
Plus 2-year full-time Post-Graduate (HR/Personnel/Social Work/Welfare/ Industrial Relations/Labour Studies) or
2-year full-time PG Diploma in Business Management/MBA/MMS with above specializations, or
Equivalent Master’s in above specializations.
Desirable: LLB addition; Marathi proficiency.
Min. Percentage: 55% (for ST) in PG/PG Diploma.
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): ST – 32 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
Plus 2-year full-time MBA/MMS/MHRDM in HR or equivalent; if not specified on marksheet, require certificate.
Min. Percentage: 60% in PG/PG Diploma.
Age Limit (as on 1 Feb 2025): UR – 27 yrs; OBC – 30 yrs; PwBD (UR) – 37 yrs; PwBD (OBC) – 40 yrs; +5 yrs for riot dependent.
Payment Mode: Online only (debit card, credit card, net banking, IMPS, mobile wallets).
E-Receipt: Take printout of e-receipt and application form after payment.
Note: Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Verify eligibility before paying.
Only online applications will be accepted via RCF’s career portal. Here is a concise guide:
Visit RCF Website: Go to www.rcfltd.com → “HR → Recruitment” → “Apply Online.”
New Registration:
Click “Click Here for New Registration.”
Enter Name, Contact Details, Email ID.
System generates a Provisional Registration Number & Password.
Save/Note down credentials; an SMS/Email will confirm them.
Login & Save Progress:
Log in using Reg. No. & Password.
Use “Save and Next” to store partial data.
Verify details carefully—no edits possible after “Complete Registration.”
Upload Scanned Documents:
Photograph: 4.5 × 3.5 cm, passport‐style color, white/light background, 200 × 230 px, 20 – 50 KB.
Signature: Black ink on white background, not in CAPITAL letters.
Left Thumb Impression: Black/blue ink on white paper, clear and un-smudged.
Handwritten Declaration:
“I, (Name), hereby declare that all information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present supporting documents as and when required.”
Must be in own handwriting (English). Visually impaired can type text + left thumb impression.
Additional Documents: Caste/PwBD/EWS/Disability certificate (as applicable), educational certificates.
Fill Application Form:
Enter educational qualifications, work experience (for Officer posts), and other details.
Choose post(s) & exam center.
Preview & Complete Registration:
Click “Preview” → verify every field, photograph, signature.
Click “Complete Registration” only if all data is correct.
Payment of Fee (if applicable):
Navigate to “Payment” tab → proceed with online payment.
Wait for server confirmation; don’t refresh/back during payment.
Download e-Receipt & final application form.
Submission Confirmation:
Upon successful submission & payment, keep a printed copy of the e-Receipt & application form.
No further changes allowed.
Document Scrutiny & Correction Window:
After the deadline, RCF scrutinizes all documents.
If discrepancies arise, shortlisted candidates get a 7-day window to fix. Failing which, their candidature stands canceled.
The selection process comprises two stages:
Online Test (80% weightage)
Personal Interview (20% weightage)
Mode: Computer‐based, objective type.
Language: English & Hindi.
Duration: 90 minutes (1.5 hours).
Total Questions: 100 questions (200 marks total).
Discipline-related: 50 questions, 2 marks each (total 100 marks).
Level: Based on relevant degree curriculum (e.g., Chemical for MT (Chemical), Finance syllabus for Officer (Finance)).
Aptitude & GK: 50 questions, 1 mark each (total 50 marks).
Sections:
General English
Quantitative Aptitude
Reasoning
General Knowledge/ Awareness
Negative Marking: 0.25 mark deduction for each wrong answer.
Test Centers: Bhopal, Delhi/NCR, Lucknow, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Guwahati, Kolkata, Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane/MMR, Nagpur.
Admit Card: Downloadable from RCF website. Candidates must bring:
Printed Call Letter
Original & photocopy of valid Photo ID (PAN, Passport, Driving License, Voter Card, Aadhar (with photo), College ID, etc.).
Photocopy of Photo ID (submit at exam).
Reporting Time: Before time specified on call letter; latecomers barred.
SC/ST/PwBD Outstation Reimbursement: III Tier AC Rail fare (Mail train only) on shortest route (proof required).
Shortlisting:
Post online test, discipline-wise merit lists drawn separately for UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS (1:7 ratio for interview).
Candidates with zero/negative marks in online test are ineligible.
Document Verification:
Shortlisted candidates must upload/produce documents (educational, caste/PwBD/EWS certificates, ID proof, etc.) within 7 days.
Failure to do so leads to disqualification; a waiting list will be used to maintain 1:7 ratio.
Interview Call:
Interview call letters uploaded on RCF website → SMS/Email intimations.
Outstation SC/ST/PwBD candidates get TAC for III Tier AC Rail (Mail train).
Interview Weightage:
Minimum 50% averaged in interview.
If online test + interview total marks tie, then qualifying exam percentage (2 decimal places) used; if still tied, older candidate ranked higher.
Final Merit List:
Merit Score = 0.80 × (Online Test Marks) + 0.20 × (Interview Marks) (both on 100‐point scale, rounded to 2 decimals).
Separate merit for each category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) as per vacancies.
Medical Examination:
Provisional empanelment → pre‐employment medical exam.
Testing includes physical exam, audiometry, ECG, vision, pathology, chest X-ray, lung function, BMI, etc.
Being medically fit is mandatory; failure leads to cancellation.
Offer & Joining: Selection is provisional until all verifications (documents, medical) are finalized. Candidates must bring original documents to the medical exam.
Stipend: ₹60,000 per month.
Accommodation: Free lodging at RCF hostels (Trombay/Thal).
If posted to Marketing Offices (outside Trombay/Thal): ₹5,000 per month (boarding/lodging/travel allowance).
TA/DA: As per RCF policy for official tours.
Medical: Free medical for self at RCF hospital; accident insurance.
Upon Successful Completion of Training:
E-1 Grade Scale: ₹40,000 – 1,40,000 (Basic + VDA 48.7% + Perks 34% + HRA 27% + other allowances)
Approx. Total Monthly Gross: ₹83,880 (Class A city).
Bond: ₹2 Lakh FD lien for 4 years (including 1 year of training). If not deposited upfront, monthly stipend deductions will convert to FD at year-end.
E-1 Grade Scale: ₹40,000 – 1,40,000
E-2 Grade Scale: ₹50,000 – 1,60,000
Approx. Total Monthly Gross: ₹104,850 (Class A city).
Postings & Benefits:
Company accommodation (Thal guaranteed; Trombay subject to availability).
Performance Related Pay (PRP), free medical (self + dependents), gratuity, PF (contributory), accident insurance, pension, social security schemes.
RCF follows DPE guidelines for reservation & relaxations. Reservation is “horizontal‐interlocking,” meaning PwBD candidates from any category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) compete within their category but enjoy horizontal preference.
SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, PwBD: candidates must submit certificates in Government-prescribed formats.
OBC (NCL): certificate dated on/after 1 April 2024, non-creamy layer declaration.
EWS: Income & Asset certificate dated on/after 1 April 2024.
PwBD: Disability certificate as per “Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules 2017.”
PwBD Categories Identified (Post-wise):
Finance, Marketing, Environment, HR, Administration: B (Blind), LV (Low Vision), HH (Hearing Impaired), D (Leprosy, Dwarfism, etc.), OA/OL/CP, SLD, MI, MD.
Boiler: LV, OL/CP, ASD, SLD, MI, MD, etc.
Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Material, IE: OH (Orthopedically Handicapped categories), specific subsets (e.g., D, HH, OA, SLD, etc.).
Safety: OL, CP, SLD, MI, MD
Secretarial: HH
HR: B, LV, D, HH, OA, SLD, MI, MD
Admin: B, LV, D, HH, OA, SLD, MI, MD
(Refer to “Posts Identified for Persons with Disabilities” in official PDF)
Exemptions:
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Female → No application fee
Age relaxations per category as detailed in Section 4.1
OBC (NCL) candidates can opt for UR posts (if in creamy layer) but must meet UR age limits & declare accordingly.
Q: What is the last date to apply for RCFL Recruitment 2025? A: 16 June 2025 (Online registration closes at 5:00 PM).
Q: Is there any offline/physical application process? A: No. Only online applications via RCF portal are accepted. No hardcopy will be considered.
Q: What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates? A: SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Female candidates are exempt from paying the application fee.
Q: What is the structure of the online test? A:
100 questions, 90 minutes.
Discipline-related (50 questions x 2 marks) & Aptitude/GK (50 questions x 1 mark)
Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong.
Conducted in English & Hindi.
Q: What if I don’t have specialization mentioned on my degree certificate? A: Obtain a certificate from your university/college specifying the specialization, and upload it with your application.
Q: When will the online test admit cards be available? A: Through RCF website “HR → Recruitment.” Candidates will also receive email/SMS notifications.
Q: What documents are required at the time of personal interview? A: Original & photocopies of educational certificates, caste/PwBD/EWS certificates (if applicable), ID proof, experience certificates (Officer posts), degree certificates, etc., as specified in Annexure V
Q: How are final merit & selection determined? A:
Online Test – 80% weightage
Personal Interview – 20% weightage
Tie-breakers: Qualifying exam percentage → date of birth.
Separate merit list for each category.
Selection is provisional, subject to document & medical verification.
You can download the full RCFL Recruitment Notification 2025 (67 pages) with comprehensive details, annexures, and application link here:
Download RCFL Recruitment Notification 2025 PDF
Use this PDF to:
Verify eligibility & vacancy specifics
Review complete Annexures (PwBD, OBC NCL, SC/ST, Income & Asset certificates)
Access “Posts Identified for PwBD” table
Study detailed job descriptions & roles
Obtain certificate formats for Caste/EWS/PwBD
The RCFL Recruitment 2025 drive is an excellent opportunity for engineering, science, and finance graduates aiming for a stable career in a leading “Navratna” PSU. Carefully review the vacancy matrix, eligibility criteria, and reservation clauses. Complete your online application—including document uploads and fee payment—well before 16 June 2025, 5:00 PM. Keep all certificates (caste/EWS/PwBD) and educational documents ready to avoid last-minute hassles.
Ready to apply? Download the official PDF, confirm your eligibility, gather documents, and apply online today! Good luck.
Download the official RCFL Recruitment Notification 2025 PDF. Learn about vacancies, eligibility, application process, important dates, selection procedure, fee structure, and FAQs. Apply online for Management Trainee & Officer posts now.