🚆 RRB Technician Recruitment 2025: 6238 Vacancies – Eligibility, Salary, How to Apply
🤔 Intro
Hey friends, here’s a huge railway job update for you all. Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has finally released the notification for Technician Grade I Signal and Grade III posts. If you’ve been waiting for a stable government job with good salary and easy eligibility, this could be your chance. Let me explain everything in simple words so you don’t miss out.
💡 What is RRB Technician Recruitment?
In simple words, this recruitment is for hiring Technicians who handle technical operations, repairs, and signalling in Indian Railways. Grade I Signal posts are mainly for diploma or engineering holders, while Grade III is for ITI or 10th pass with technical certificates.
Basically, if you’re dreaming of a railway job without too many hurdles, this is a golden chance.
🎁 Benefits / Why You Should Apply
Honestly, here’s why this job is worth it:
- Good salary: Starting from ₹19,900 for Grade III and up to ₹29,200 for Grade I Signal posts. Not bad at all for freshers.
- Stable government job: Everyone knows railway jobs mean peace of mind till retirement.
- Growth: With experience and departmental exams, promotions are possible to senior technician or supervisor levels.
- Perks: HRA, DA, TA, and other railway allowances make life easier.
Plus, you get job security, which is rare these days.
🎓 Eligibility
Let’s make it super clear:
- Technician Grade I Signal:
- BE/B.Tech/Engineering Diploma/B.Sc in Engineering from a recognised university.
- Age limit: 18–33 years (as on 1 July 2025).
- Technician Grade III:
- 10th pass + ITI certificate in relevant trade OR
- Class 10th with PCM subjects.
- Age limit: 18–30 years (as on 1 July 2025).
Category relaxation applies as per RRB rules. So OBC, SC, ST candidates get additional years as per central norms.
👉 Pro tip: Don’t wait till last date. RRB sites often crash due to heavy traffic in final days.
📊 Vacancy Details
Here’s the overall vacancy split:
| Post | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 183 |
| Technician Grade III | 6055 |
| Grand Total | 6238 |
(Detailed zone-wise tables are available in the official notification for your reference.)
🔍 Selection Process
Selection is pretty straightforward:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) – Includes technical syllabus + aptitude.
- Document Verification – All your certificates are checked for final eligibility.
- Medical Examination – Basic railway medical fitness test.
And that’s it. No complicated group discussions or interviews.
💸 Salary & Pay Scale
Here’s what you can expect:
- Technician Grade I Signal: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month (Level 5)
- Technician Grade III: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month (Level 2)
Add DA, HRA, TA and railway perks to this and you get a decent in-hand salary.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 28 June 2025 |
| Application Start | 28 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 28 July 2025 |
| Final Submission | 30 July 2025 |
| CBT Exam | Notify Later |
👉 Note: Admit cards will be available before the exam on official RRB websites.
📝 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Gen/OBC/EWS | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/PH/All Female | ₹250 |
✅ Refund alert: After appearing in CBT, Gen/OBC/EWS candidates get ₹400 refunded, and SC/ST/PH ₹250 refunded to their bank account. Make sure you fill bank details correctly while applying.
📝 How to Apply
Here’s how you can apply without confusion:
- Go to your regional RRB website or visit indianrailways.gov.in
- Click on CEN 02/2025 Technician Recruitment section.
- Register using your email and mobile number.
- Fill in your basic details – name, parents’ name, educational details, category, etc.
- Upload documents: photo, signature, certificates, and valid ID proof.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for your records.
👉 Tip: Double-check your uploaded documents for clarity to avoid rejection.
📄 Documents Required
- 10th marksheet
- ITI or diploma or degree certificate (as per post applied)
- Photo ID proof (Aadhar, Voter ID etc.)
- Recent passport size photograph
- Signature scan
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
❓ FAQs
Q. Can final year students apply?
No, you must have your final results declared before the closing date.
Q. Is there an interview?
No, selection is purely based on CBT + document verification + medical test.
Q. When is the exam?
Dates will be notified later on official RRB websites.
Q. Will I get fee refund if I don’t appear in exam?
No. Fee refund is only for candidates who appear in CBT.
💭 Final Tips / Advice
If you’re aiming for railway jobs, this is a solid chance. Start your preparation early, especially for technical subjects and basic maths. Also, apply from a laptop if possible – railway forms often hang on mobiles.
✍️ Author Note
Hey, I’m Arun, and I love simplifying government job updates for students and freshers who are tired of reading robotic notifications. Hope this article cleared your doubts. Feel free to comment or DM if you need syllabus books or prep tips.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This article is based on official RRB Technician CEN 02/2025 notification. Always check the final details on your regional RRB website before applying.
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