The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 02/2025 for the recruitment of Technician Grade-I Signal and various Technician Grade-III posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 28th June 2025, and the last date for registration of online applications is 28th July 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 6238 vacancies across various railway zones for Group ‘C’ technical posts.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2025
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Post Names |
Technician Grade-I Signal, Technician Grade-III (Various Categories) |
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Total Vacancies |
6238 |
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Age Limit |
18-33 Years (Grade-I Signal), 18-30 Years (Grade-III) |
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Remuneration |
Pay Level-5 (₹29,200, Grade-I Signal), Pay Level-2 (₹19,900, Grade-III) |
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Educational Qualification |
10th Pass + ITI / Diploma / Degree |
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Selection Process |
Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, Medical Examination |
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Closing Date |
28/07/2025 (23:59 hrs) |
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Job Location |
Across India (RRB-wise allocation) |
This article provides comprehensive details about the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025, including vacancy breakdown, eligibility criteria, application fees, selection process, and important dates. Candidates are advised to read the official CEN 02/2025 notification for complete details.
✅ RRB Technician Vacancy List 2025:
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
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| Technician Grade-I Signal | 183 |
| Technician Grade-III (Various Categories) | 6055 |
✅ RRB Technician Remuneration:
✔️ Technician Grade-I Signal: Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 initial pay, 7th CPC).
✔️ Technician Grade-III: Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 initial pay, 7th CPC).
✅ RRB Technician Eligibility Criteria:
✔️ Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025):
– Technician Grade-I Signal: 18-33 years (born between 02/07/1992 and 01/07/2007).
– Technician Grade-III: 18-30 years (born between 02/07/1995 and 01/07/2007).
✔️ Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC-NCL: 3 years, PwBD (UR): 10 years, PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years, Ex-Servicemen: Military service + 3 years & Others (e.g., Widows/Divorced Women): As per rules.
✔️ Educational Qualification (as on 28/07/2025):
Technician Grade-I Signal: Degree/ Diploma in Engineering (Electronics/ Telecommunication/Electrical).
Technician Grade-III: Matriculation (10th Pass) + ITI in relevant trade (e.g., Fitter, Welder, Electrician) from NCVT/SCVT or equivalent.
✅ RRB Technician Selection Process:
✔️ Computer-Based Test (CBT): Objective-type test with negative marking (1/3rd mark deducted per wrong answer). Separate CBTs for Pay Level-5 and Pay Level-2.
✔️ Document Verification (DV): Shortlisting at a 1:1 ratio of vacancies based on CBT merit.
✔️ Medical Examination: Must meet medical standards (A3, B1, B2, C1) as per post.
✅ RRB Technician Application Fee:
✔️ General/OBC: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after CBT appearance).
✔️ SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/EBC/Minority/Women/Transgender: ₹250 (fully refunded after CBT appearance).
✔️ Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, UPI, Credit/Debit Cards).
✔️ Modification Fee: ₹250 per correction (non-refundable, applicable 01/08/2025 to 10/08/2025).
✅ How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2025:
➢ Apply online through official RRB websites (listed in Para 16.0) from 28/06/2025 to 28/07/2025 (23:59 hrs).
➢ Create an account using Aadhaar authentication (recommended) or other valid Photo ID.
➢ Select one RRB per Pay Level and indicate Zonal Railway/Post preferences (refer to Annexure-B/C).
➢ Upload live photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, JPEG, 20-50 KB) and signature (JPEG, 10-40 KB).
➢ PwBD candidates requiring scribe must submit Annexure V(D)/V(G) and provide scribe details (11/08/2025 to 15/08/2025).
➢ Pay the application fee online by 30/07/2025.
➢ Use the modification window (01/08/2025 to 10/08/2025) for corrections (except account details/RRB choice).
➢ Retain a printout of the application and fee receipt.
✅ Important Dates:
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Opening Date for Online Application |
28/06/2025 |
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Closing Date for Online Application |
28/07/2025 (23:59 hrs) |
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Last Date for Fee Payment |
30/07/2025 |
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Application Correction Window |
01/08/2025 to 10/08/2025 |
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Scribe Details Submission (PwBD) |
11/08/2025 to 15/08/2025 |
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What is the starting date to apply for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025?
👉 28/06/2025
2. What is the last date to apply for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025?
👉 28/07/2025 (23:59 hrs)
3. What is the eligibility to apply for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025?
👉 10th Pass + ITI for Grade-III, Degree/Diploma for Grade-I Signal
4. What is the age limit for RRB Technician Recruitment 2025?
👉 18-33 years (Grade-I Signal), 18-30 years (Grade-III)
5. How many vacancies are available in the RRB Technician Recruitment?
👉 6238 (183 Grade-I Signal, 6055 Grade-III)