RRB Technician Recruitment 2025: Notification, Eligibility, Syllabus & Application Guide

If you're aiming for a stable government job with the Indian Railways, the upcoming RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 is your chance. With 6,180–6,374 vacancies across Grade I (Signal) and Grade III (Technician), this recruitment drive offers an exciting career path. In this blog, we cover everything—from eligibility and exam structure to syllabus, dates, and smart preparation tips.

Recruitment Overview

1. Age Limit

• Grade I: 18–36 years

• Grade III: 18–33 years 

2. Educational Qualification

• Grade I: B.Sc in physics/electronics/computer science/instrumentation or 3-year diploma/engineering degree in the same streams 

  Grade III: Matriculation (10th) + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in trade/apprenticeship 

3. Nationality

Candidates must be Indian citizens 

4. Age Relaxation

Standard relaxation applies (SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwBD UR +10 yrs, etc.) 

Selection Process

1. Computer‑Based Test (CBT)

2. Document Verification

3. Medical Examination

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

CBT Overview

• 100 MCQs for 100 marks

• Duration: 90 minutes (+30 min for PwBD)

• Negative marking: –1/3 for each wrong answer 

Grade I CBT Subjects

Syllabus Highlights

Grade I – Key Topics

• Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Probability, etc.

• Reasoning: Analogies, Series, Syllogism, Data Interpretation

• Computers: Architecture, Networking, OS, MS Office

• Science & Engineering: Basics of electricity, circuits, mechanics, thermodynamics

• General Awareness: Current affairs, history, geography, polity 

Grade III – Focus Areas

• General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics

• Trade-specific ITI syllabus (covered in Part B of CBT-II)

Important Dates

• Notification Release: June 10, 2025 Application Window: June 28 – July 28, 2025 

• Admit Cards: Usually released ~15 days before the CBT (watch RRB portal)

Application Process

1. Visit the official RRB region portal.

2. Register with your credentials.

3. Fill in personal, educational info.

4. Upload photo, signature, category certificates.

5. Pay fee (₹500 general; ₹250 reserved/refundable) 

6. Submit and print confirmation page.

Preparation Tips

• Create a study timetable balancing all subjects.

• Use top books: R.S. Aggarwal (Math & Reasoning), Lucent (General Science), Arihant (Engineering Basics), Manorama Yearbook (Current Affairs) 

• Regularly attempt mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.

• Focus on revision and analyze error patterns.

• Stay updated with daily current affairs (national/international railway news).

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies announced for RRB Technician 2025?
~6,180–6,374 across Grade I & III posts 

Q2. What is the age limit?
18–36 yrs (Grade I), 18–33 yrs (Grade III) — with category relaxations 

Q3. What qualifications are required?
Grade I: B.Sc/Diploma/Engineering; Grade III: Matric + ITI 

Q4. How to apply online?
Apply via the official RRB regional portal between June 28–July 28, 2025; pay fee and upload documents.

Q5. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/3 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.

Call to Action

The RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 offers a lucrative opportunity for technical aspirants across India. With a clear roadmap, rigorous preparation, and consistent effort, you can ace the CBT and secure a rewarding career with the Railways.

Pro Tip: Bookmark official RRB sites, stay updated, and commence your application on June 28.

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