The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially announced the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 under CEN No. 02/2025. A total of 6238 vacancies are open for Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III across various Indian Railways zones.
The application process begins on 28 June 2025, and candidates can submit their forms until 28 July 2025. Here’s the complete breakdown of post-wise vacancies, eligibility, important dates, and how to apply.
๐ RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 โ Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 |
| Notification No. | CEN 02/2025 |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Total Vacancies | 6238 |
| Posts Offered | Technician Grade I Signal, Technician Grade III (Trades) |
| Job Location | Across Indian Railways Zones |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
๐ Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | Level 5 | โน29,200/month | 183 |
| Technician Grade III (30 trades) | Level 2 | โน19,900/month | 6055 |
| Grand Total | โ | โ | 6238 |
Note: Detailed trade names and qualifications are listed in Annexure A of the official notification.
๐๏ธ Zone-wise Vacancies โ RRB Wise
Vacancies are distributed across all major RRBs, such as Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Chennai, Kolkata, Secunderabad, and others. The official notification contains detailed zone-wise and category-wise vacancy tables.
๐ฅ Download Full Vacancy Table (Annexure B)
๐ฏ Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidates must be:
- Citizens of India, or
- Eligible nationals as specified in the official notification (Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan refugees, etc.)
Medical Fitness
Applicants must meet the required medical and visual standards mentioned for each post.
๐ Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 18 to 33 years |
| Technician Grade III | 18 to 30 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD | 10โ15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen, Railway Staff, Widows, Apprentices | As per RRB norms |
๐ Educational Qualifications
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | B.Sc. (Physics/Electronics/IT/CS) OR Engineering Diploma/Degree in related fields |
| Technician Grade III | Matriculation + ITI in relevant trade OR CCAA (Course Completed Act Apprenticeship) |
โ ๏ธ Diploma holders are not eligible for Grade III unless mentioned specifically.
โ Selection Procedure
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
๐ง CBT Exam Pattern
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Mode: Online
- Questions: 100 (Objective type)
- Marking: Negative marking of โ for each wrong answer
Subjects include:
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Science
- Basics of Computers and applications
- Relevant technical subjects (for Grade I Signal)
๐ธ Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refundable Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UR/OBC | โน500 | โน400 after CBT |
| SC/ST/EWS/PwBD/Female/ExSM | โน250 | โน250 after CBT |
๐ณ Payment Mode: Online (UPI, Card, Net Banking)
๐ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 27 June 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 28 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 30 July 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 01 to 10 August 2025 |
| Scribe Registration (if applicable) | 11 to 15 August 2025 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
๐ฅ How to Apply for RRB Technician 2025
- Visit the official RRB portal: rrbapply.gov.in
- Register using Aadhaar or DigiLocker authentication
- Select your RRB and post preference
- Fill in all personal, educational and technical details
- Upload required documents, photo & signature
- Pay the application fee and submit
- Download and save the confirmation receipt
๐ Direct Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| ๐ป Notification PDF (CEN 02/2025) | Download PDF |
| ๐ Apply Online | Apply Here |
| ๐ Zone-wise Vacancy Table | View Table |
โ FAQs โ RRB Technician Recruitment 2025
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under RRB Technician CEN 02/2025?
A. A total of 6238 posts are available, including 183 for Grade I Signal and 6055 for Grade III trades.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
A. The last date to apply is 28 July 2025 up to 11:59 PM.
Q3. What is the age requirement for these posts?
A.
- Grade I Signal: 18โ33 years
- Grade III: 18โ30 years
(Relaxation applies as per category rules.)
Q4. Is there negative marking in the CBT?
A. Yes, 1/3rd mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
Q5. Can diploma holders apply for Technician Grade III?
A. No. Only ITI or Act Apprenticeship pass candidates are eligible for Grade III.
Q6. What is the expected salary for Technician posts?
A.
- Grade I Signal: โน29,200/month (Level 5)
- Grade III: โน19,900/month (Level 2)
Plus allowances as per government norms.
Q7. When will the CBT exam be held?
A. Exam dates will be announced later by respective RRBs on their official websites.
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