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RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 Notification: Indian Railways has released the notification for Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III posts. These are Group C level posts and fall under Pay Level 5 and 2 as per the 7th Pay Commission. It is a golden opportunity for candidates who want to join Indian Railways as technicians. It is a very respectable job. The job profile of an RRB Technician involves maintaining and repairing railway rolling stock. They play a crucial role in Indian Railways and help ensure the smooth operation of the railway system.
Eligible candidates can apply for the RRB Technician post from 28th June to 28th July 2025. There are a total of 6,238 posts. The minimum age limit to apply for this post is 18 years. Candidates have to go through the RRB selection process for this recruitment. In this article, we have provided all the necessary details regarding RRB Technician Recruitment 2025, such as important dates, educational qualifications, age limits, selection process, exam pattern, etc. For any doubts or confusion, please read the official notification carefully.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 Notification
RRB Technician Recruitment - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 21 June 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 28 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30 July 2025 |
| Modification Window | 01 August 2025 to 10 August 2025 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 11 Augus 2025 to 15 Augus 2025 |
RRB Technician Vacancy Details 2025
| Post Name | Level | Total Vacancies | Medical Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 5 | 183 | B1 |
| Technician Grade-III (Various Categories) | 2 | 6055 | Varies by post |
| Grand Total | 6238 | ||
RRB Technician Eligibility
RRB Technician Education Qualification:
- Technician Grade-I Signal: B.Sc in Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/IT/Instrumentation OR 3-year Engineering Diploma/Degree in relevant streams
- Technician Grade-III: Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI in relevant trade OR Course Completed Act Apprenticeship
RRB Technician Age Limit (as on 01-07-2025):
- Technician Grade-I Signal: 18-33 years
- Technician Grade-III: 18-30 years
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per norms
RRB Technician Recruitment - Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT |
| SC/ST/Ex-SM/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC | ₹250 | Full refund after appearing in CBT |
RRB Technician Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
Railway Technician Exam Pattern
RRB Technician Grade 1 Exam Pattern
| Subject | No of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Basics of Computers & Applications | 20 | 20 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| Basic Sciences & Engineering | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 90 minutes | Negative Marking: 1/3rd per wrong answer.
RRB Technician Grade 3 Exam pattern
| Subject | No of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 90 minutes | Negative Marking: 1/3rd per wrong answer.
Medical Standards for RRB Technician
| Standard | Vision Requirements |
|---|---|
| A3 | Distance: 6/9,6/9 (max +2D); Near: Sn 0.6,0.6; Color vision required |
| B1 | Distance: 6/9,6/12 (max +4D); Near: Sn 0.6,0.6; Color vision required |
| B2 | Distance: 6/9,6/12 (max +4D); Near: Sn 0.6,0.6; Binocular vision required |
| C1 | Distance: 6/12,6/18; Near: Sn 0.6,0.6 |
RRB Technician Notification 2025 - How to Apply
- Visit the official RRB website (list provided below)
- Create an account (if new user) or login (if existing user)
- Fill the online application form with personal, educational details
- Upload required documents (signature, certificates if applicable)
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the application and note the registration number
Important Links for RRB Technician Recruitment 2025
| Link Title | Action |
|---|---|
| RRB Official Websites | Visit |
| Official Notification | Download |
| Application Portal | Apply Online |
| Helpline Email | rrb.help@csc.gov.in |
| Helpline Phone | 9592001188 / 01725653333 |
Additional Details
- Candidates must choose only one RRB per pay level
- Separate applications needed for different pay levels
- SC/ST candidates eligible for free sleeper class rail pass for exam travel
- PwBD candidates can avail scribe facility with compensatory time
- No change in RRB choice after application submission
FAQs – RRB Technician Recruitment Notification 2025
Who is eligible for RRB technician?
For Technician Grade-I Signal: B.Sc in Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/IT/Instrumentation OR 3-year Engineering Diploma/Degree. For Technician Grade-III: Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI in relevant trade OR Course Completed Act Apprenticeship. Age limit is 18-33 years for Grade-I and 18-30 years for Grade-III.
What is the RRB technician salary?
Technician Grade-I Signal: Level-5 (₹29,200 initial pay). Technician Grade-III: Level-2 (₹19,900 initial pay) as per 7th CPC pay matrix.
What is the recruitment process for RRB technician?
Three stages: 1) Computer Based Test (CBT), 2) Document Verification (DV), and 3) Medical Examination. Separate CBTs will be conducted for different pay levels.
Can a 12th pass apply for an RRB technician?
For Technician Grade-III, 10th pass (Matriculation/SSLC) with ITI or Course Completed Act Apprenticeship is required. 12th pass alone is not sufficient unless combined with required technical qualifications.
Can I apply for RRB technician without ITI?
Yes, if you have completed Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade. However, for most Technician Grade-III posts, either ITI or Apprenticeship is mandatory.
Can girls apply for RRB technician?
Yes, female candidates can apply for all posts. They enjoy fee concession (₹250 instead of ₹500) and additional age relaxation if widowed/divorced/judicially separated.
