RRB Technician Recruitment 2025
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has launched the Technician Recruitment 2025 under CEN‑02/2025, opening 6,180 vacancies across India. These include:
- 180 posts for Technician Grade‑I (Signal)
- 6,000 posts for Technician Grade‑III
(freejobalert.com, ndtv.com, en-in-qj.obnews.co)
This is one of the largest railways technical hiring cycles, and applications are open June 28 – July 28, 2025.
(ndtv.com)
1. Important Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official notification release | June 16–28, 2025 (ndtv.com) |
| Application start | June 28, 2025 |
| Application deadline | July 28, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee payment window | Until July 30, 2025 |
| Correction window | August 1–10, 2025 |
| CBT exam | Tentatively Nov–Dec 2025 |
| Results and DV | Dec 2025–early 2026 |
2. 🔧 Vacancy & Pay Details
- Technician Grade‑I (Signal)
- Vacancies: ~180 posts (ndtv.com, en-in-qj.obnews.co)
- Eligibility: BSc in Physics/Electronics/IT or Engineering Diploma (relevant field) (ndtv.com)
- Salary: ₹29,200/month (Level‑5) (freejobalert.com)
- Technician Grade‑III
- Vacancies: ~6,000 posts (freejobalert.com, en-in-qj.obnews.co)
- Eligibility: 10th pass + ITI training or completed apprenticeship (ndtv.com)
- Salary: ₹19,900/month (Level‑2) (freejobalert.com)
3. 🎯 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on July 1, 2025)
- Gr‑I Signal: 18–33 years
- Gr‑III: 18–30 years
- Age relaxations apply (SC/ST/OBC/PwD etc.) per govt norms (ndtv.com)
Educational Qualification
- Technician Gr‑I: BSc (Science) or Engineering Diploma in relevant fields
- Technician Gr‑III: Class 10 with ITI/apprenticeship in trade (ndtv.com)
4. 💰 Application Fee & Refund
| Category | Fee | Refund Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Gen/OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded after CBT attendance (ndtv.com) |
| SC/ST/EWS/PwD/ Women/Ex‑Servicemen/Trans-Gender | ₹250 | Fully refundable upon CBT attendance |
Payment is made online during application.
5. 📝 Application Process (Online)
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in (opens June 28). (rrbapply.com)
- Click on “Apply Online” under CEN‑02/2025.
- Register using email & mobile to generate credentials.
- Fill out personal, educational, trade info; select RRB zone.
- Upload scanned passport photo, signature, caste/income certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the required fee online.
- Submit form and download confirmation receipt.
Modification window available Aug 1–10 (may incur small fee for corrections). (ndtv.com, timesofindia.indiatimes.com, rrbapply.com, en-in-qj.obnews.co)
6. 🧠 Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Both grades: Single stage CBT
- Subjects: General awareness, Math, Reasoning, Technical knowledge (trade-specific)
- Document Verification (DV)
- After CBT, shortlisted candidates invited for document checks
- Medical Exam
- Conducted post-DV
- Final Merit List
- Based on CBT score, DV & medical fitness
7. 🧭 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Technician Grade‑I (Signal)
- General Awareness: Railways, current affairs
- Arithmetic & Reasoning: Class 10 level
- Technical: BSc/Engineering topics (Electronics, Signals)
Technician Grade‑III
- General Awareness & Arithmetic: Class 10 level
- Technical: ITI trade-specific
Emphasis on trade knowledge and practical understanding.
8. 🎓 Preparation Strategy
- Refer to previous RRB Technician papers to understand CBT pattern
- Use textbooks: CBSE Class 10 Math + Reasoning guides
- For technical topics, ITI materials or BSc-level electronics/diploma books
- Practice at least 20 full-length mock tests
- Focus on time management: 90–120 minutes per paper
9. 🧩 Document Checklist
Prepare before uploading:
- Passport-size photo
- Scanned signature
- Class 10 certificate
- ITI certificate / BSc or Engineering Diploma
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Ex‑serviceman/PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Address proof, Aadhaar, PAN
Ensure clarity & size compliance per advertisement.
10. Common FAQs
Q. Where do I apply if I want to work in Karnataka?
A. Choose your nearest RRB zone (e.g., Bengaluru, Secunderabad).
Q. What if I need a correction after submission?
A. Use the correction window (Aug 1–10) and pay nominal fee for changes.
Q. Is the CBT common for both grades?
A. No, it’s separate with different syllabus and weightage per grade.
Q. When will admit cards be issued?
A. Expect 10–15 days before CBT (Nov/Dec 2025).
11. ✅ After CBT – Next Steps
- Download CBT admit card
- Appear for exam in allocated centre
- Check RRB website / email for results and DV call
- Attend document verification with originals
- Undergo medical fitness test
- Await final merit list and offer letter
- Join training or assigned zone as per RRB allotment
12. 🧩 Related Railway Jobs You May Explore
- RRB ALP – Assistant Loco Pilot (~9,000 vacancies, deadline extended) (rrbapply.com, affairscloud.com, en-in-qj.obnews.co, affairscloud.com, navbharattimes.indiatimes.com, freejobalert.com, indgovtjobs.in, ndtv.com, timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
- RRC Group C/D – 10th/12th pass, multiple posts (indgovtjobs.in)
13. 📰 Why You Should Apply for RRB Technician
- One of the largest technical intakes by Indian Railways
- Secure central government job with stable pay & career growth
- Multiple trade vacancies—fit various aspire
- Chance to serve community via railway infrastructure
✅ Summary
- Vacancies: 6,180 (Gr‑I Signal + Gr‑III Technician)
- Apply: June 28–July 28, 2025
- Eligibility: 10th+ITI or BSc/Diploma
- Exam: CBT + DV + Medical
- Pay: ₹19,900–₹29,200/month
- Fee: ₹500 (Gen), ₹250 (SC/ST etc.)
- Apply Now: rrbapply.gov.in
✅ Apply link ✅
- Don’t wait till last minute—apply early
- Keep multiple coloured printouts of documents
- Track zone-wise vacancy distribution for optimal posting
- Join Telegram channels or official RRB sites for updates
Best wishes! If you want help with zone-wise vacancies, admit card download, or exam-day checklist, I’m happy to assist.