The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 notification for 6238 posts across various railway zones in India. This is a great chance for ITI and diploma holders to secure a job in the government sector. The application window is open from 28 June to 29 July 2025. Candidates can now apply online through their respective RRB zone websites.
In this post, you’ll get all the key details like post-wise vacancies, eligibility, age limit, selection process, and application fee.
RRB Technician Vacancy 2025 – Overview
- Recruitment Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Total Vacancies: 6238
- Posts: Technician Grade 1 Signal & Technician Grade 3
- Apply Online Dates: 28 June to 29 July 2025
- Selection Process: CBT, Document Verification, Medical Exam
- Official Website: https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in
Post-wise RRB Technician Vacancies
- Technician Grade 1 Signal: 183 vacancies
- Technician Grade 3: 6055 vacancies
- Total: 6238 posts
The detailed category-wise and zone-wise distribution is available in the official notification PDF released by the board.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For Technician Grade 1 Signal:
- B.Sc. in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation
- OR Diploma/Degree in Engineering in the relevant streams
For Technician Grade 3:
- Matriculation/SSLC + ITI in relevant trades
(Forger and Heat Treater, Foundryman, Pattern Maker, Moulder – Refractory) - OR Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in related trades
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2025)
- Technician Grade 1 Signal: 18 to 33 years
- Technician Grade 3: 18 to 30 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules
RRB Technician Apply Online 2025
The online registration has started on 28 June 2025. Eligible candidates must complete their application process by 29 July 2025.
Steps to Apply:
- Visit your respective RRB zone website (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in)
- Click on “CEN No. 02/2025 – Technician Recruitment”
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Fill the application form with correct details
- Upload your documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and download a copy for reference
Application Fee
- SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/PwD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EWS: ₹250
- Fully refundable on appearing in CBT
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹500
- ₹400 refundable on appearing in CBT
- Payment Mode: Online (UPI/Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking)
Selection Process
The recruitment process for RRB Technician 2025 will include:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
There is no interview round. Final selection will be based on CBT marks and document verification.
Final Words
RRB Technician Vacancy 2025 is a big opportunity for candidates seeking a secure and well-paying railway job. With over 6200 vacancies, this is one of the largest technical recruitments by Indian Railways in recent years. If you meet the eligibility criteria, apply online before 29 July 2025 and start preparing for the exam now. Stay connected with us for further updates on admit card, exam dates, and results.
