The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the CEN 02/2025 notification for the recruitment of Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III across various categories. This is a golden opportunity for ITI and technical qualification holders to secure a government job in Indian Railways.
Key Highlights:
- Total Vacancies: 6,238
- Recruiting Body: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Notification Number: CEN No. 02/2025
- Post Categories: Technician Grade-I Signal & Technician Grade-III
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: Respective RRB websites (see Para 16.0 in PDF)
Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice Published | 21st June 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28th June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28th July 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30th July 2025 |
| Application Modification Window | 1st Aug – 10th Aug 2025 |
| Scribe Details Submission (if applicable) | 11th – 15th Aug 2025 |
Vacancy Details:
| Post | Level (7th CPC) | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | Level 5 | 183 |
| Technician Grade-III (Various Trades) | Level 2 | 6055 |
| Total | – | 6238 |
Technician Grade-III includes trades like Fitter, Welder, Carpenter, Diesel Mechanic, Electrician, etc. (See Annexure A & B of the PDF for post-wise and zone-wise details.)
Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit (as of 01.07.2025):
- Technician Grade-I Signal: 18 to 33 years
- Technician Grade-III: 18 to 30 years
- Age relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, etc. (see para 5.1 of PDF)
Educational Qualification:
- For Technician Grade-III: Matriculation / SSLC + ITI / Act Apprenticeship in relevant trade
- For Technician Grade-I Signal: Higher technical qualifications as per Annexure A
Note: Engineering Diploma/Degree is not accepted in lieu of ITI/Act Apprenticeship unless explicitly mentioned.
Selection Process:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Fitness Test
CBT will include negative marking (1/3rd mark for each wrong answer).
Application Fee:
| Category | Fee | Refund (on appearing in CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General/Others | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/EBC/Minorities | ₹250 | ₹250 |
- Fee payment is online only through UPI, debit/credit cards, or net banking.
Medical Fitness Standards:
Medical standards vary from A3, B1, B2, to C1 depending on the post. Candidates must meet vision and general fitness norms as per Railway Medical Manual.
How to Apply:
- Visit your chosen RRB’s official website.
- Create an Account (mandatory).
- Fill in application details carefully.
- Upload scanned documents and live photo.
- Pay the fee and submit the form.
- Modify (if needed) during the correction window (₹250 per modification).
Candidates can apply for only one RRB and one pay level. Multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
Reservation & Concessions:
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD/ExSM: As per Central Govt. norms.
- Free Sleeper Class Train Travel Pass: For SC/ST candidates appearing in CBT/DV/Medical.
- Minorities/Economically Backward Class (EBC): Fee concession available with proper documentation.
Important Notes:
- Candidates awaiting results of educational qualifications are not eligible.
- Ensure your photo, signature, and documents are as per specifications.
- No pen/pencil to be brought to the exam center – it will be provided.
- Only verified Aadhaar/Digilocker IDs help streamline recruitment.
Helpdesk:
- Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
- Phone: 9592001188 / 01725653333
- Working Hours: 10 AM – 5 PM on working days
Final Tip
With 6,238 vacancies up for grabs and a transparent recruitment process, this is a golden opportunity for aspiring railway technicians. Start preparing early for CBT and ensure your documents are in place before applying. Apply online before 28th July 2025 via your respective RRB’s website
