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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is conducting the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 to fill 6238 vacancies for the posts of Technician Grade 1 and 3. The online application process is now over, and the next step in recruitment is the Computer-Based Test, through which candidates will be shortlisted amongst a large number of applicants.
RRB will soon announce the complete RRB Technician Exam Schedule 2025, including exam dates, city intimation, and admit card release date. Bookmark this page to get the latest updates about the recruitment.
RRB Technician Exam Date 2025
The RRB Technician Exam Date 2025 is expected to be announced soon on the official regional websites of the Railway Recruitment Board. Candidates who have successfully submitted their applications are advised to stay updated through the official website for any latest announcements regarding the exam schedule. This is a great opportunity for candidates with ITI, diploma, or engineering qualifications to join Indian Railways. So, start preparing with devotion.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2025
The Railway Technician Recruitment 2025 is a nationwide hiring drive by the RRB to fill 6,238 Technician vacancies across various zones and production units of Indian Railways. The vacancies are divided into Technician Grade I Signal (Level 5) and Technician Grade III (Level 2) posts.
The selection process includes CBT 1, CBT 2, followed by Document Verification. Check the highlights for more details.
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Name |
RRB Technician Recruitment 2025
|
| Conducting Body |
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
|
| Total Vacancies | 6,238 |
| Post Names |
Technician Grade I Signal (Level 5), Technician Grade III (Level 2)
|
| Educational Qualification |
Matriculation / SSLC / ITI from NCVT/SCVT recognised institute
|
| Selection Process |
CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification
|
| Salary | Grade 1: Rs. 29,200/-
Grade 2: Rs. 19,900/- |
| Official Website |
www.indianrailways.gov.in
|
RRB Technician 2025 Important Dates
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 (CEN 02/2025) for 6,238 vacancies, including Technician Grade 1 Signal and Technician Grade 3 positions across various Indian Railways zones.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 27th June 2025 |
| Registration Starts on | 28th June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 7th August 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 9th August 2025 |
| Application Form Correction Dates | 10th to 19th August 2025 |
| Scribe Details Submission Window | 11th to 15th August 2025 |
| CBT Exam Date | TBA |
RRB Technician Notification 2025 PDF
The Railway RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 (CEN No. 02/2025) presents a great opportunity for candidates aged between 18 and 33 years as of 1st July 2025, who hold either an ITI certificate or an Engineering degree. Download the notification PDF shared here to read more about the RRB Technician Exam 2025.
Download RRB Technician Notification 2025 Official PDF
Railway Technician Vacancy 2025 For Grade 1 and 3
The Railway Recruitment Board has announced a total of 6,238 RRB Technician vacancies, comprising 6,055 positions for Technician Grade III and 183 positions for Technician Grade I (Signal). A detailed breakdown of the vacancies by post is provided below.
| Post Name | Total Vacancy |
| Technician Grade I Signal | 183 |
| Technician Grade III | 6055 |
| Total | 6,238 |
Post-wise Technician Vacancy
| No. | Name of the Post | Level in 7th CPC | Total Vacancies |
| 1 | Technician Grade I Signal | 5 | 183 |
| 2 | Technician Grade III Track Machine | 2 | 28 |
| 3 | Technician Grade III Blacksmith | 2 | 113 |
| 4 | Technician Grade III Bridge | 2 | 19 |
| 5 | Technician Grade III Carriage and Wagon | 2 | 260 |
| 6 | Technician Grade III Diesel (Electrical) | 2 | 105 |
| 7 | Technician Grade III Diesel (Mechanical) | 2 | 168 |
| 8 | Technician Grade III Electrical / TRS | 2 | 444 |
| 9 | Technician Grade III Electrical (GS) | 2 | 202 |
| 10 | Technician Grade III Electrical (TRD) | 2 | 108 |
| 11 | Technician Grade III EMU | 2 | 90 |
| 12 | Technician Grade III Fitter (OL) | 2 | 213 |
| 13 | Technician Grade III Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | 2 | 78 |
| 14 | Technician Grade III Riveter | 2 | 10 |
| 15 | Technician Grade III (S & T) | 2 | 470 |
| 16 | Technician Grade III Welder (OL) | 2 | 132 |
| 17 | Technician Grade III Crane Driver | 2 | 55 |
| 18 | Technician Grade III Carpenter (Workshop) | 2 | 30 |
| 19 | Technician Grade III Diesel (Electrical) (Workshop) | 2 | 58 |
| 20 | Technician Grade III Diesel Mechanical Workshop (PU & WS) | 2 | 104 |
| 21 | Technician Grade III Electrical Workshop (Power & TL) | 2 | 48 |
| 22 | Technician Grade III Electrical (PU & Workshop) | 2 | 198 |
| 23 | Technician Grade III Fitter (PU & WS) | 2 | 2106 |
| 24 | Technician Grade III Machinist (Workshop) | 2 | 101 |
| 25 | Technician Grade III Mechanical (PU & WS) | 2 | 319 |
| 26 | Technician Grade III Millwright (PU & WS) | 2 | 57 |
| 27 | Technician Grade III Painter (Workshop) | 2 | 55 |
| 28 | Technician Grade III Trimmer (Workshop) | 2 | 17 |
| 29 | Technician Grade III Welder (PU & WS) | 2 | 28 |
| 30 | Technician Grade III Welder (Workshop) | 2 | 439 |
RRB Technician Eligibility
To qualify for RRB Technician posts, candidates must meet specific criteria related to age, nationality, and educational background. The required qualifications vary by post: for Grade 1 (Signal), candidates need a B.Sc., Diploma, or Degree in relevant fields, while for Grade 3, they must have passed Matriculation along with an ITI certificate or completed an Apprenticeship in the relevant trade.
Railway Technician Qualification Required
| Post |
Required Qualification (Simplified)
|
| Technician Grade 1 (Signal) |
– B.Sc. in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation
– OR B.Sc. in any combination of these subjects – OR 3-year Engineering Diploma in these subjects – OR Degree in Engineering in any of the above subjects |
| Technician Grade 3 |
– 10th pass (Matriculation/SSLC) + ITI in relevant trades like Forger, Foundryman, Pattern Maker, Moulder (Refractory) from NCVT/SCVT recognised institutions
– OR 10th pass + Apprenticeship in related trades |
Railway Technician Age Limit (As on 1/7/2025)
As of 1st July 2025, the age limit for Technician Grade 1 (Signal) is 18 to 33 years, while for Technician Grade 3, it is 18 to 30 years. Age relaxation is applicable for candidates from reserved categories as per the official guidelines.
| No. | Post | Age (as on 01-07-2025) |
| 1 | Technician Grade-I Signal | 18 – 33 years |
| 2 | Technician Grade III | 18 – 30 years |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| PWD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) |
10 years + relaxation applicable for the respective category
|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (with more than 6 months of service after attestation) |
Length of Defence service + 3 years
|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Candidates who are serving in Group ‘C’, erstwhile Group ‘D’, Casual Labour, or Substitutes with 3 years’ service |
UR – 40 years, OBC-NCL – 43 years, SC/ST – 45 years
|
| Candidates domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir between 01.01.1980 and 31.12.1989 | 5 years |
RRB Technician Nationality
A candidate must belong to one of the following categories:
- A citizen of India
- A citizen of Nepal or Bhutan
- A Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before 1st January 1962 to settle permanently
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from specific countries (such as Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Kenya, etc.) to settle in India permanently
Candidates from these categories (excluding Indian citizens) must possess a Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Government of India.
RRB Technician 2025 Selection Process
The Railway Technician Selection process has 3 stages as mentioned below:
- Computer-Based Test
- Document Verification (DV) and
- Medical Examination (ME)
RRB Technician Grade 1 Exam Pattern
- Exam Duration: 90 minutes
- Total Questions: 100 (Multiple choice questions)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each wrong answer
- Qualifying Marks (Minimum required to be eligible): UR/EWS: 40%, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / SC: 30%, ST: 25%.
| Subjects |
Total Question/Mark
|
| General Awareness | 10/10 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 15/15 |
| Basics of Computers and Applications | 20/20 |
| Mathematics | 20/20 |
| Basic Science and Engineering | 35/35 |
| Total | 100/100 |
RRB Technician Grade 3 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Total Questions/Marks |
| Mathematics | 25/25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25/25 |
| General Science | 40/40 |
| General Awareness | 10/10 |
| Total | 100/100 |
RRB Technician 2025 Syllabus
The RRB Technician Grade 1 and Grade 3 exams cover important subjects such as General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness. The selection process consists of three stages: Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. For effective preparation, a comprehensive syllabus for each subject and topic is provided. Read the full article to access the complete RRB Technician syllabus and enhance your exam readiness.
Check: RRB Technician Syllabus 2025
RRB Technician Last Year Papers
Those who applied for the exam must first go through the RRB Technician Previous Year Question Paper to learn about the trends of the previous year and the difficulty level of the questions asked in the exam. Candidates can download and practice these questions to get ahead in their preparation levels.
Check: RRB Technician Previous Year Question Paper
RRB Technician Previous Year Cut Off
The RRB Technician Cut Off is the minimum score a candidate must achieve to qualify for the CBT Exam and proceed in the overall selection process. These cut-off marks are published by RRB on its official website alongside the results and differ based on the candidate’s category. Meeting this minimum score is mandatory for all applicants.
Check- RRB Technician Last Year Cut Off
RRB Technician Grade 1 and 3 Salary
RRB Technician Grade 1 (Signal) offers a salary at Pay Level-5 with an initial pay of Rs. 29,200. Technician Grade 3 posts are under Pay Level 2, with a starting pay of Rs. 19,900.
| No. | Post | Pay Level in 7th CPC | Initial Pay (Rs.) |
| 1 | Technician Grade-I Signal | Level 5 | 29,200 |
| 2 | Technician Grade III | Level 2 | 19,900 |
RRB Technician Notification Regional Official Websites
| RRB Zone | Website |
| Ahmedabad | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Mumbai | www.rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| Chennai | www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Prayagraj | www.rrbald.gov.in |
| Patna | www.rrbpatna.gov.in |
| Guwahati | www.rrbguwahati.gov.in |
| Bhopal | www.rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| Kolkata | www.rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Bilaspur | www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| Thiruvananthapuram |
www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in
|
| Chandigarh |
www.rrbcdg.gov.in
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| Ajmer |
www.rrbajmer.gov.in
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| Muzaffarpur |
www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in
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| Gorakhpur |
www.rrbgkp.gov.in
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| Bengaluru |
www.rrbbnc.gov.in
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| Ranchi |
www.rrbranchi.gov.in
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| Jammu-Srinagar |
www.rrbjammu.nic.in
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| Bhubaneswar |
www.rrbbbs.gov.in
|
| Siliguri |
www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in
|
| Malda |
www.rrbmalda.gov.in
|
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