The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the notification for RRB Technician 2025 posts. The online application process started on 28 June 2025 and now the last date has been extended till 7 August 2025.
Eligible candidates interested in railway technician jobs can apply online for 6,238 posts. Candidates must read all details before applying online, including eligibility, age, and important dates.
Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Technician (Grade 1 Signal & Grade 3) |
| Total Vacancies | 6,238 |
| Selection Process | CBT, Document Verification, Medical Exam |
| Official Website | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 27th June 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 28th June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7th August 2025 |
| Application Fee Deadline | 9 August 2025 |
| Correction Window | 10-19 August 2025 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC (Male) | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/ExSM/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minority/EBC | ₹250 |
| Refund (SC/ST/Other Reserved) | ₹250 after CBT |
| Refund (General/OBC) | ₹400 after CBT |
Age Limit
| Post Type | Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025) |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade 1 | 18 to 33 years |
| Technician Grade 3 | 18 to 30 years |
| Upper Age Relaxation | As per government norms |
Eligibility
| Technician Grade 1 | B.Sc. OR Diploma/Degree in Engineering (relevant stream) |
| Technician Grade 3 | Matric/SSLC + ITI/Act Apprenticeship (NCVT/SCVT approved, relevant trade required) |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade 1 | 183 |
| Technician Grade 3 | 6,055 |
| Total | 6,238 |
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| CBT (Online Test) | 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 90 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 marks for each wrong answer |
Syllabus
| Subject | No. of Questions/Marks (Grade 1 / Grade 3) |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 / 25 |
| Basic Science & Engineering | 35 / – |
| Basic Computer Applications | 20 / – |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 / 25 |
| General Science | – / 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 / 10 |
| Total | 100/100 |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stage 2 | Document Verification |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination |
Salary Details
| Post | Starting Basic Pay (per month) |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade 1 | ₹29,200 |
| Technician Grade 3 | ₹19,900 |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, TA, etc. |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official RRB website.
- Click on the “Apply Online” option for Technician Recruitment.
- Register with your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in your personal and educational details in the form.
- Upload the required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the application and save/print the confirmation page for future use.
- Correction window is available after submission, if needed.
Important Link
| Online Apply | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs Question & Answer
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RRB Technician 2025?
A1. The last date to submit the online application is 7th August 2025.
Q2. What is the minimum educational qualification for Technician Grade 3?
A2. Candidates should have Matriculation/SSLC with ITI or completed Apprenticeship in the relevant trade.
Q3. Is there any refund on the application fee?
A3. Yes, for reserved categories ₹250 is refunded after appearing in CBT; for others, ₹400 is refunded.
Q4. What is the mode of examination?
A4. The exam will be conducted as an online Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Q5. What is the starting salary for Technician posts?
A5. The starting basic pay is ₹29,200 for Grade 1 and ₹19,900 for Grade 3, excluding allowances
