RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 – 6,238 Vacancies Announced

 RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 – 6,238 Vacancies Announced

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, have issued CEN No. 02/2025 opening applications for 6,238 Technician Grade I (Signal) and Technician Grade III posts across India. This opportunity provides a stable career path within the Indian Railways.  

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📌 Key Highlights

• Total Vacancies: 6,238

  • Technician Grade I (Signal): 183 posts – Pay Level 5

  • Technician Grade III (various trades): 6,055 posts – Pay Level 2  

• Notification Date: June 17, 2025 (short notice), with applications starting June 28, 2025 

• Application Deadline: July 28, 2025 (until 23:59) 

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📆 Important Dates

Activity	Date
Notification Released	June 17, 2025
Apply Online From	June 28, 2025
Last Date to Submit	July 28, 2025 (23:59)
Fee Payment Deadline	July 30, 2025
Application Edit Window	August 1–10, 2025

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🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Requirements

• Technician Grade I (Signal):

  • B.Sc. in Physics/Electronics/IT/Computer Science/Instrumentation

  • OR 3-year Diploma/Engineering degree in the same disciplines 

• Technician Grade III (Trade Posts):

  • 10th pass (Matriculation) + ITI certificate in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT

  • OR Matric + Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in trade

  • For Signal & Telecom trade: 10+2 with Physics & Maths is also acceptable 

Note: Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.

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👥 Age Limit (as of July 1, 2025)

• Grade I (Signal): 18–33 years

• Grade III: 18–30 years

• Standard age relaxations apply (SC/ST, OBC, Ex‑Servicemen, PwBD, etc.) 

💰 Pay Scale & Emoluments

• Grade I (Signal) – Level 5: ₹29,200/- initial pay

• Grade III – Level 2: ₹19,900/- initial pay 
  Other benefits include DA, HRA (city-based), Transport Allowance, pension under NPS, free/ concessional travel, medical coverage, and other railway-specific perks. 

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📝 Selection Procedure

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Separate exams for Level-5 & Level-2 vacancies with negative marking.

2. Document Verification (DV) – Shortlisted candidates (1:1 ratio).

3. Medical Examination – Must meet RRB medical fitness standards. 

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🛠️ How to Apply

1. Visit the official RRB application portal (rrbapply.gov.in).

2. Register using a mobile number & a valid email—existing RRB login can be reused.

3. Fill in personal and educational details, choose RRB zone and job preferences.

4. Upload photograph, signature, ID proof, educational and caste certificates as required.

5. Pay the application fee online (₹500 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹250 for SC/ST/PH/Female).

6. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference. 

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📋 Final Takeaways

• With 6,238 vacancies in technical streams, the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 provides a fantastic avenue for candidates skilled in trades or STEM.

• Make sure your educational qualifications and age are in order by July 28, 2025.

• Track all key dates: application, payment, and correction windows.

• Stay updated on the CBT exam schedule and preparation material.