RRB Technician Recruitment 2025-26: 6,374 Vacancies Announced
Indian Railways, the lifeline of the nation, has announced a massive recruitment drive for 2025-26 with 6,374 Technician Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3 vacancies across 51 categories. This comprehensive guide covers all essential details including eligibility criteria, salary structure, selection process, and important dates for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025.
📌 RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 6,374 (Tentative)
- Posts: Technician Grade 1 Signal & Technician Grade 3
- Application Mode: Online through RRB portal
- Selection Process: Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, Medical Examination
- Job Location: Across all Indian Railway zones
💰 Salary Structure
Technician Grade 1 Signal
Pay Scale: ₹29,200/- (Level 5, 7th CPC)
Technician Grade 3
Pay Scale: ₹19,900/- (Level 2, 7th CPC)
Additional Benefits: Allowances and perks as per Indian Railways rules including DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, etc.
📝 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025)
- Technician Grade 1 Signal: 18 – 36 years
- Technician Grade 3: 18 – 33 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwD: 10 years + category relaxation
Educational Qualification
Technician Grade 1 Signal
B.Sc. in Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/IT/Instrumentation OR 3-year Diploma/Degree in Engineering in these streams from recognized university/institute.
Technician Grade 3
Matriculation/SSLC + ITI in relevant trades from NCVT/SCVT OR Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in related trades.
📋 Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT):
- 100 questions, 100 marks
- 90 minutes duration
- Negative marking (1/3 deduction for wrong answers)
- Document Verification: Original certificates verification
- Medical Examination: Fitness test for technical railway roles
Final Merit List: Based on CBT performance, subject to clearing subsequent stages.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 10/06/2025 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 28/06/2025 |
| Online Registration Closing Date | 28/07/2025 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified |
🔗 Important Links
📍 Zone-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Railway Zone/Unit | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Central Railway (CR) | 305 |
| Eastern Railway (ER) | 1,119 |
| Western Railway (WR) | 849 |
| South Eastern Railway (SER) | 1,215 |
| Northern Railway (NR) | 478 |
| Integral Coach Factory (ICF) | 404 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) | 317 |
| Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) | 222 |
| Patiala Locomotive Works (PLW) | 218 |
| North Central Railway (NCR) | 241 |
| North Western Railway (NWR) | 188 |
| Southern Railway (SR) | 180 |
| South Central Railway (SCR) | 89 |
| East Coast Railway (ECOR) | 79 |
| Rail Wheel Factory (RWF) | 36 |
| Total Vacancies | 6,374 |
🚆 Upcoming Railway Exams 2025
Major Recruitment Notifications Expected
- RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories)
- RRB JE (Junior Engineer)
- RRB Group D
- RRB SSE (Senior Section Engineer)
- RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot)
- RRB Paramedical Staff
- RPF Constable
- RPF Sub-Inspector
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the different types of railway jobs?
A: Indian Railways offers:
- Group A: UPSC-recruited officers (IRSME, IRSS, etc.)
- Group B: Promoted from Group C employees
- Group C: Technicians, clerks, junior engineers
- Group D: Track maintainers, helpers
Q: What is the minimum qualification for railway technician posts?
A:
- Technician Grade 1 Signal: B.Sc. or Engineering Diploma
- Technician Grade 3: 10th pass + ITI certificate
Q: How many railway zones exist in India?
A: There are 21 operational railway zones including:
- Central Railway (Mumbai)
- Eastern Railway (Kolkata)
- Northern Railway (Delhi)
- Southern Railway (Chennai)
- Western Railway (Mumbai)
💡 Application Tips
- Keep scanned copies of documents ready (photo, signature, certificates)
- Double-check eligibility before applying
- Pay application fee before deadline
- Print application form for future reference
- Regularly check RRB regional website for updates
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