RRB Technician Recruitment 2025: Notification Out for 6238 Vacancies – Check Eligibility, Exam Dates, Selection Process & More
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 notification, offering 6,238 job openings for Technician Grade 1 and Grade 3 positions. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who dream of working in Indian Railways, one of the largest government employers in the country.
If you’re interested in applying, here’s a simple and complete guide covering eligibility, important dates, exam pattern, syllabus, how to apply, and more.
RRB Technician Notification 2025: Overview
The RRB Technician recruitment process is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board to fill technician posts across various zones in Indian Railways. In 2025, Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) announced a total of 6,238 vacancies, including 183 is for Technician Grade 1 (Signal) and 6,055 for Technician Grade 3.
Here’s a quick overview:
- Recruitment Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Post Name: Technician
- Total Vacancies: 6238
- Mode of Application: Online
- Job Location: All over India
- Official Website: rrbcdg.gov.in or you can visit any other RRB website
Railway Technician Recruitment 2025: Important Dates
Keep these important dates in mind if you’re planning to apply:
- Date of Indicative Notice (Employment News): 21-06-2025
- Application Start Date: 28-06-2025
- Last Date to Apply: 28-07-2025
- Application Correction Date: 01-08-2025 to 10-08-2025
- Exam Dates: Expected between September – November 2025
It’s always a good idea to apply early and not wait till the last day.
RRB Technician Vacancy 2025
Here’s the breakdown of the 6238 vacancies:
- Technician Grade 1 Signal: 183 posts
- Technician Grade 3: 6055 posts
These vacancies are further divided according to different RRB zones like Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, and others. Candidates will be able to choose their preferred zone while applying.
RRB Technician Eligibility Criteria 2025
To apply for RRB Technician 2025, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Nationality:
- Candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Age Limit: (as on 01-07-2025)
- Technician Grade 1 Signal: 18 to 33 years
- Technician Grade 3: 18 to 30 years
(Age relaxation will be given as per rules.)
- Educational Qualification:
- Grade 1 Signal: Bachelor of Science In Physics / Electronics / Computer Science / Information Technology/ Instrumentation Or Three years Diploma in Engineering Or Degree in Engineering
- Grade 3: Class 10th pass + ITI in relevant trade OR Diploma in Engineering Or 10th + Course Completed Act Apprenticeship In the related trades
RRB Technician Application Fee 2025
- UR and OBC candidates need to pay ₹500, out of which ₹400 will be refunded after appearing for the CBT
- ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female/ PwBD/Transgender/EBC (Rs 250 is refundable after appearing in CBT)
RRB Technician Selection Process 2025
The selection process includes the following stages:
- CBT (Computer-Based Test)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
RRB Technician Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2025
There will be a separate exam for each pay level.
Technician Grade I Signal:
- Total Time = 90 Minutes
- Total Questions = 100
- Total Marks = 100
- The exam includes negative marking—1/3 mark will be taken away for every wrong answer.
- To qualify, candidates need at least 40% marks if they belong to the UR or EWS category, 30% for OBC (NCL) and 25% for SC/ST candidates.
- Subjects: General Awareness = 10 Questions, General Intelligence and Reasoning = 15 Questions, Basics of Computers and Applications = 20 Questions, Mathematics = 20 Questions, Basic Science and Engineering = 35 Questions
Technician Grade III:
- Total Time = 90 Minutes
- Total Questions = 100
- Total Marks = 100
- The exam includes negative marking—1/3 mark will be taken away for every wrong answer.
- To qualify, candidates need at least 40% marks if they belong to the UR or EWS category, 30% for OBC (NCL) and 25% for SC/ST candidates.
- Subjects: Mathematics = 25 Questions, General Intelligence & Reasoning = 25 Questions, General Science = 40 Questions, General Awareness = 10 Questions
How to Apply for RRB Technician 2025?
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official RRB website
- Click on the “Apply Online for Technician” link.
- Register with your email and mobile number.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and contact details.
- You need to upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application and take a printout of your submitted application for reference.
Final Tips to Crack RRB Technician Exam 2025
- Start Early: Don’t wait for the exam date to be announced. Begin your preparation now.
- Follow the Syllabus Strictly: Cover technical topics in-depth, especially for Grade 1 posts.
- Solve previous year papers to get a better idea of the exam pattern and how tough the questions can be.
- Mock Tests: Take regular online mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
- Stay Updated with Current Affairs: Especially for the General Awareness section.
- Revise Regularly: Make short notes for quick revision in the last few days.
- Stay Healthy & Positive: Take breaks, eat well, and don’t stress too much.
Conclusion
The RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 is a great chance for candidates who want a government job in Indian Railways. With over 6000 vacancies, the chances are high if you prepare well and stay focused.
Make sure to apply before the deadline and start your exam preparation with a solid strategy. Stay connected with S EduWorld website & YouTube channel for more updates
