RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 : How to Apply, Salary, Eligibility

Notifications on application process for RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 have been released by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB). This year, a total of 6,180 vacancies will be filled under under CEN 02/2025 (Centralized Employment Notification). The application window will be open till 28 July. The recruited candidates will become part of Indian Railways’ technical workforce for the 2025–26 cycle.
Here’s the details about the application process, eligibility, application fees, examination, selection process, salary and important dates relating to RRB Technician Recruitment 2025. Use the given Table of Contents to jump to your desired sections :
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Total Vacancies Announced in RRB Technician Recruitment 2025
Under the Centralized Employment Notification CEN 02/2025, the RRB has announced a total of 6,180 posts to be filled. This include different grade levels as well. The given table shows the number of vacancies for different grade level posts :
Post | Vacancies |
---|---|
Technician Grade 1 Signal | 180 |
Technician Grade 3 | 6,000 |
How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2025
To apply for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025, candidates should follow the given steps :
- Use the given link to go to official RRB website: rrbapply.gov.in
- Search for the notification number CEN 02/2025 in the ‘Latest Updates’ section or any other relevant section.
- The application window will start on 28 June so candidates will be able to apply only after that. Under the CEN 02/2025, click on the ‘Apply Online’ link.
- Enter your email ID and mobile number and register.
- Fill out the all your personal and academic details in the application form carefully.
- Upload necessary documents and pay the application fee.
- Re-check your details and finally submit the form.
- Save a copy of the application form for future reference.
The application window will be active till 28 July 2025, this gives us one month time period to apply for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025. Candidates are advised to complete the application process at the earliest to avoid hassle of registering last minute as site crashes are common on deadlines.
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Technician Recruitment 2025
RRB has also notified about the eligibility criteria for the different posts under CEN 02/2025. Candidates who wish to apply for the posts must be eligible and also have the related documents because the information you out will be verified. The eligibility criteria for different grades of Railway technician is given below :
Technician Grade 1 Signal:
- B.Sc. degree in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Instrumentation
- OR Diploma/Degree in Engineering in relevant fields
Technician Grade 3:
- Class 10th / SSLC plus ITI from NCVT/SCVT in the relevant trade
Age Limit (as on July 1, 2025): The minimum age limit to apply for both the posts is 18 years, whereas the maximum age limit is 33 years for both the technician posts. Some category of people will get age relaxations as per government rules.
Salary Structure
The pay levels for each post are based on the 7th Central Pay Commission is as follows:
Post | Pay Level | Monthly Salary |
---|---|---|
Technician Grade 1 Signal | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
Technician Grade 3 | Level 2 | ₹19,900 |
Application Fees
The application fee is very minimal. After the CBT (computer-based text) a portion of the full fee in refunded. See the details below :
Category | Fee | Refund (After CBT) |
---|---|---|
SC/ST, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, Women, Transgender, Minorities, EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 |
General, OBC, Others | ₹500 | ₹400 |
Important Dates
Eligibile candidates should take note of the following important dates relating to the RRB recruitment:
Event | Date |
---|---|
Release of Notification | June 17, 2025 |
Start of Online Application | June 28, 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | July 28, 2025 (till 11:59 PM) |
Correction Window | To be notified |
CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB Technician posts is done in three stages as given below :
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
Conclusion
The RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 is a great opportunity for candidates seeking technical roles in the Indian Railways. Interested individuals are advised to check the official website for regular updates and apply on time before the deadline.
Best of luck of the examination! You can also see our coverage on other Government job posts released by the Bihar government like Bihar SHS recruitment 2024.

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