RRB Recruitment 2025: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has extended the registration deadline for 32,438 vacancies across multiple positions, including Pointsman-B, Track Maintainer, and various Assistant roles. Candidates interested in applying can submit their applications through the official RRB websites before the revised deadline. The initial registration deadline was February 22, but with this extension, more aspirants will now have the opportunity to apply.
The recruitment drive aims to strengthen the workforce in engineering, mechanical, electrical, and operational roles across Indian Railways. The deadline for fee payment is March 3, 2025, while candidates can make corrections to their applications between March 4 and March 13, 2025. The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
RRB Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details
This recruitment drive includes vacancies for multiple roles within the engineering, electrical, and mechanical departments. The breakdown of available positions is as follows:
- Pointsman-B (Traffic): 5,058
- Assistant (Track Machine) (Engineering): 799
- Assistant (Bridge) (Engineering): 301
- Track Maintainer Grade IV (Engineering): 13,187
- Assistant P-Way (Engineering): 247
- Assistant (C&W) (Mechanical): 2,587
- Assistant TRD (Electrical): 1,381
- Assistant (S&T) (S&T): 2,012
- Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) (Mechanical): 420
- Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) (Electrical): 950
- Assistant Operations (Electrical): 744
- Assistant TL & AC (Electrical): 1,041
- Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) (Electrical): 624
- Assistant (Workshop) (Mechanical): 3,077
RRB Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to be eligible for the vacancies:
- Passed Class 10 from a recognized board.
- Completed ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certification or an equivalent qualification.
- Hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate granted by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).
Age Limit
- Candidates must be at least 18 years old and should not be more than 36 years old as of January 1, 2025.
RRB Recruitment 2025: Selection Process
The recruitment process will involve four key stages:
1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Candidates will be required to appear for an online objective-type exam assessing their knowledge and aptitude.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Applicants who qualify the CBT will be assessed on their physical fitness based on pre-defined criteria.
3. Document Verification
- Shortlisted candidates must submit their original documents for verification.
4. Medical Examination
- A final medical fitness test will be conducted to determine eligibility for specific roles.
RRB Recruitment 2025: Application Fees & Refund Policy
Application Fee Structure
- PwBD, Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Minority Community, and EBC candidates: ₹250
- All other candidates: ₹500
Refund Policy
- Candidates from reserved categories and special groups (PwBD, Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Minority, EBC) will receive a full refund (after deducting bank charges) after appearing for the CBT.
- Other candidates will receive a refund of ₹400 after appearing for the CBT.
How to Apply for RRB Recruitment 2025
Candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB website of the respective region.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for the recruitment of Assistant and Other Posts 2025.
- Register on the portal by providing the necessary details.
- Log in using the generated credentials and fill out the application form.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- Save a copy of the application form for future reference.
Applicants are advised to review the official notification carefully before submitting their application. With the extended deadline, interested candidates still have the opportunity to apply and secure a position in the Indian Railways.
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