Private company

RITES

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Indian public sector undertaking

RITES Limited is an Indian public sector undertaking which operates under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. Incorporated in April 1974, it is designated as a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE). The company provides consultancy, engineering, and project delivery services in the field including railways, highways, metros, tunnels, bridges, urban development, buildings, airports, ports, ropeways, inland waterways, multimodal logistics parks and green mobility.2 It employed 2,000 people.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1974Founded1
  • Industryinfrastructure1
  • HeadquartersIndia1
  • Websitenew.rites.com
  • Legal formstate-owned enterprise1
  • Kind of organizationPublic body1
  • LEI335800XHDR1JZPGIK7723
  • StatusActive3
  • LEI statusIssued and current3
  • Registered addressSCOPE MINAR, 110092 Delhi, India3
  • Registered withMinistry of Corporate Affairs, L74899DL1974GOI0072273

RITES Limited is an Indian public sector undertaking which operates under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. Incorporated in April 1974, it is designated as a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE). The company provides consultancy, engineering, and project delivery services in the field including railways, highways, metros, tunnels, bridges, urban development, buildings, airports, ports, ropeways, inland waterways, multimodal logistics parks and green mobility.2

The story

RITES was established in 1974 to provide consultancy services to the Indian Railways, including feasibility studies, project planning, and infrastructure development. Over the years, its scope expanded to cover other transport sectors and overseas markets. The company has undertaken more than 5,000 projects in India and over 55 countries across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. In 2018, RITES became a publicly traded company listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange of India. The company has also been involved in the planning and design of high-speed rail networks, dedicated freight corridors, and urban metro systems.

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Products and brands

Operations

Engineering Design and Project Reports

RITES' engineering design activities include the engineering consultancy, feasibility studies, design and planning, environmental assessments, and project management services across multiple sectors. It also prepares detailed project reports, environmental and social impact assessments, and undertakes geotechnical investigations and surveys.

Project Management Services

The company undertakes project management through advisory services for project appraisal, procurement assistance, project management consultancy, third‑party inspections and authority engineer roles.

Export of Rolling Stock

It is engaged in the export of rolling stock such as locomotives, coaches, wagons and other railway equipment, providing commissioning, warranty and spare parts support, incidental services etc.

Leasing of Locomotives and O&M of Rail Assets

RITES operates a fleet of over 90 locomotives provided to non-railway clients, including but not limited to ports, cement plants, coal plants, power plants, container deports, project sites etc. RITES also manages operations and maintenance (O&M) services of rail assets at more than 30 sites across India.

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Turnkey Construction Work

In turnkey construction, the company executes Engineering, Procurement and Construction contracts covering railway electrification, stations, bridges, tunnels, depots and related facilities.

Quality Control and Inspection

Its quality control and inspection services involve third‑party inspection and quality assurance for components used in transport infrastructure.

Subsidiaries and Joint Ventures

Key subsidiaries and joint ventures include:

Railway Energy Management Company Limited – Focused on renewable energy and energy efficiency in the railway sector.

SAIL–RITES Bengal Wagon Industry Pvt. Ltd. – Engaged in wagon manufacturing and rehabilitation.

RITES Afrika Pty. Ltd. – A transport infrastructure consultancy in Botswana and other African markets.

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Timeline

  1. 1974Founded Founded1

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