Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Technician Grade I & III Recruitment 2024
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has re-opened the application process for the Technician Grade III positions under CEN 02/2024. With the number of vacancies increased to 14,298, this recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with a Matriculation/SSLC certificate and ITI qualification. The application window is open from October 2, 2024, to October 16, 2024. Candidates who have already applied earlier can modify their applications during the window. Selected candidates will be appointed across various Indian Railways zones and workshops. Don’t miss this chance to join Indian Railways as a Technician Grade III!
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Important details related to this recruitment are as follows
Organization Issuing the Notification:
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways
Total Vacancies:
A total of 14,298 Technician Posts (increased from 9,144 vacancies) are being filled through this notification.
Posts Being Filled:
This notification has been issued to fill the posts of Railway Technician Grade-1 and Technician Grade-3.
Salary:
| Post | Initial Pay |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade-1 Signal | Rs. 29,200/- |
| Technician Grade-3. | Rs. 19,900/- |
Age Limit:
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| 18 years (as of October 16, 2024) | 36 years (Technician Grade – 1 Signal) 33 years (Technician Grade – 3) |
Age Relaxation:
| SC / ST | + 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | + 3 years |
| PwBD | + 10 years |
Eligibility Criteria:
>> Educational Qualification:
- Matriculation / SSLC (10th Pass) with ITI from an NCVT / SCVT-recognized institution in the relevant trade.
- Alternatively, candidates with a 10+2 qualification in Physics and Mathematics can also apply for select trades.
Skills Required:
- Proficiency in relevant technical trades such as Electrical, Mechanical, Welding, etc.
- Understanding of safety protocols and equipment handling.
Responsibilities:
- Perform maintenance, repairs, and installations in their assigned technical trade.
- Ensure adherence to safety standards and efficient functioning of railway operations.
Documents Required:
- Matriculation / SSLC certificate
- ITI certificate or 10+2 Physics and Mathematics certificate
- Recent passport-sized photograph and signature.
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC (if applicable).
- Disability certificate for PwBD (if applicable).
Document Verification:
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification after passing the Computer-Based Test (CBT).
- All original certificates must be produced during document verification.
Medical Standard:
Candidates must meet the medical standards required for Technician Grade III as per the Indian Railways medical manual, which includes vision and physical fitness criteria.
Selection Process:
- Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT).
- Stage 2: Document Verification.
- Stage 3: Medical Examination.
Training:
Selected candidates will undergo training as per the rules of Indian Railways for their respective trade. Post-training, they will be appointed to various railway divisions or workshops.
Place of Posting / Training:
Selected candidates will be posted at Indian Railways across multiple zones and workshops, including divisions in Western Railways (WR), Southern Railways (SR), Central Railways (CR), North Eastern Railways (NER), etc.
Examination Date & Centers:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be conducted at various centers across India, tentatively scheduled for November 2024.
- Exact exam dates and centers will be notified through RRB’s official website.
Important Dates:
| Application Reopening Start Date | October 2, 2024 |
| Application Reopening End Date | October 16, 2024 |
| Modification Window | October 17 to October 21, 2024 |
Application Fee:
| General / OBC candidates | ₹ 500 (₹400 refundable for appearing in CBT) |
| SC/ST, PwBD, and female candidates | ₹ 250 (fully refundable upon appearing in CBT) |
Application Process:
>> Existing Candidates:
- Candidates who have already applied can modify their application between October 2, 2024, and October 16, 2024, without paying any additional fee.
- Use the same login credentials to re-upload documents or update post preferences.
>> New Candidates:
- New candidates can apply online through the RRB website (link provided below) from October 2, 2024, to October 16, 2024.
- Fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official RRB website: rrbapply.gov.in.
- Complete the registration process and fill out the application form.
- Upload the necessary documents and pay the required fee.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Contact Information:
For queries, contact:
- RRB Helpline: 9592-001-188 & 0172-565-3333
- Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
- Visit the official website: http://www.rrbapply.gov.in
