The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced a significant update for aspiring candidates looking to join the Indian Railways as Technicians. The number of vacancies for Technician Grade 1 Signal and Technician Grade 3 posts has been increased from 9,144 to 14,298. This expansion provides a greater opportunity for candidates across various regions of India to secure a position in one of the most sought-after government jobs.
RRB Technician New Vacancy Details
The RRB initially released 9,144 vacancies for 18 categories, but due to the increasing demand and requirements within the Railway Department, the vacancies have been expanded to 14,298, covering 40 categories. This increase emphasizes the Indian Railways’ commitment to enhancing its technical workforce.
Breakdown of Vacancies:
- Technician Grade 1 Signal: 1,092 positions
- Technician Grade 3: 8,051 positions
The detailed distribution of vacancies across various zones is available in the official notification, and candidates can check the category-wise and zone-wise distribution to understand the opportunities available in their respective regions.
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RRB Technician Recruitment 2024: Overview
Below is an overview of the RRB Technician Recruitment 2024, providing essential details that candidates need to know:
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Technician (Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3) |
| Vacancies | 14,298 [Revised] |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| RRB Technician Exam Date 2024 | October/November 2024 |
| Selection Process | CBT Exam, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test |
| Salary | Grade 1 Signal: Rs. 29,200, Grade 3: Rs. 19,900 |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in, rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Technician Exam Date 2024
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) for RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 is tentatively scheduled to take place between October and November 2024. The exact date will be announced on the official RRB website soon. Candidates are advised to regularly check the website or bookmark this page for the latest updates on the exam schedule.
Important Dates for RRB Technician Recruitment 2024
The important dates related to the RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 are as follows:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 9th March 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 8th April 2024 (11:59 pm) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 8th April 2024 |
| Application Modification Dates | 9th to 18th April 2024 |
| RRB Technician Admit Card 2024 | October 2024 |
| RRB Technician CBT Exam | October/November 2024 |
RRB Technician Vacancy 2024 [Increased]
The RRB has significantly increased the number of vacancies to cater to the technical needs of the Indian Railways. The revised vacancy details are as follows:
| RRB Name | Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | |||
| RRB Ahemdabad WR | Technician Grade I Signal | 38 | 04 | 19 | 10 | 03 | 74 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 299 | 70 | 173 | 99 | 46 | 687 | ||||
| Workshop | 104 | 23 | 78 | 34 | 15 | 254 | ||||
| RRB Ajmer NWR | Technician Grade I Signal | 32 | 05 | 18 | 10 | 04 | 69 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 209 | 56 | 106 | 58 | 24 | 453 | ||||
| Workshop | 163 | 47 | 93 | 50 | 25 | 378 | ||||
| RRB Bangalore SWR | Technician Grade I Signal | 22 | 04 | 08 | 07 | 03 | 44 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 46 | 08 | 20 | 14 | 10 | 98 | ||||
| Workshop & Pus | 79 | 19 | 52 | 29 | 16 | 195 | ||||
| RRB Bhopal WCR / WR | Technician Grade I Signal | 36 | 07 | 20 | 11 | 05 | 79 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 208 | 32 | 65 | 52 | 16 | 373 | ||||
| Workshop | 44 | 07 | 18 | 08 | 05 | 82 | ||||
| RRB Bhubaneswar ECOR | Technician Grade I Signal | 05 | 01 | 0 | 03 | 02 | 12 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 51 | 18 | 27 | 19 | 13 | 138 | ||||
| Workshop | 08 | 03 | 03 | 01 | 01 | 16 | ||||
| RRB Bilaspur CR / SECR | Technician Grade I Signal | 45 | 09 | 24 | 11 | 06 | 95 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 365 | 67 | 188 | 101 | 45 | 766 | ||||
| Workshop | 36 | 08 | 16 | 08 | 04 | 72 | ||||
| RRB Chandigarh NR | Technician Grade I Signal | 10 | 03 | 06 | 04 | 02 | 25 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 37 | 09 | 22 | 13 | 05 | 86 | ||||
| Workshop | 38 | 18 | 05 | 04 | 11 | 76 | ||||
| RRB Chennai SR | Technician Grade I Signal | 22 | 05 | 12 | 07 | 02 | 48 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 324 | 94 | 188 | 115 | 64 | 785 | ||||
| Workshop & Pus | 743 | 180 | 501 | 299 | 160 | 1883 | ||||
| RRB Gorakhpur NER | Technician Grade I Signal | 26 | 06 | 16 | 07 | 04 | 59 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 57 | 18 | 39 | 20 | 12 | 146 | ||||
| Workshop & Pus | 123 | 11 | 28 | 32 | 20 | 214 | ||||
| RRB Guwahati NFR | Technician Grade I Signal | 06 | 02 | 04 | 03 | 01 | 16 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 240 | 62 | 168 | 91 | 47 | 608 | ||||
| Workshop | 59 | 12 | 36 | 21 | 12 | 140 | ||||
| RRB Jammu and Srinagar NR | Technician Grade I Signal | 14 | 04 | 09 | 05 | 03 | 35 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 108 | 23 | 70 | 38 | 17 | 256 | ||||
| Workshop & Pus | 188 | 37 | 105 | 55 | 45 | 430 | ||||
| RRB Kolkata ER / SER | Technician Grade I Signal | 34 | 05 | 20 | 10 | 05 | 74 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 183 | 55 | 82 | 67 | 45 | 432 | ||||
| Workshop | 265 | 62 | 134 | 79 | 52 | 592 | ||||
| RRB Malda ER / SER | Technician Grade I Signal | 08 | 01 | 05 | 02 | 01 | 17 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 129 | 32 | 50 | 26 | 21 | 258 | ||||
| RRB Mumbai SCR / WR / CR | Technician Grade I Signal | 68 | 10 | 42 | 21 | 11 | 152 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 465 | 128 | 313 | 147 | 79 | 1132 | ||||
| Workshop & Pus | 238 | 67 | 159 | 88 | 47 | 599 | ||||
| RRB Muzaffarpur ECR | Technician Grade I Signal | 03 | 0 | 03 | 01 | 01 | 08 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 51 | 09 | 18 | 13 | 14 | 105 | ||||
| RRB Patna ECR | Technician Grade I Signal | 0 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 01 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 76 | 28 | 57 | 37 | 22 | 220 | ||||
| RRB Prayagraj NCR / NR | Technician Grade I Signal | 61 | 16 | 29 | 15 | 10 | 131 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 119 | 23 | 33 | 14 | 18 | 207 | ||||
| RRB Ranchi SER | Technician Grade I Signal | 13 | 03 | 08 | 04 | 01 | 29 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 127 | 30 | 90 | 49 | 25 | 321 | ||||
| RRB Secunderabad ECOR / SCR | Technician Grade I Signal | 38 | 05 | 18 | 10 | 05 | 76 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 272 | 76 | 156 | 93 | 71 | 668 | ||||
| Workshop | 95 | 18 | 56 | 30 | 16 | 215 | ||||
| RRB Siliuguri NFR | Technician Grade I Signal | 08 | 01 | 05 | 03 | 01 | 18 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 27 | 08 | 16 | 09 | 05 | 65 | ||||
| Workshop | 03 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 08 | ||||
| RRB Thiruvanathapuram SR | Technician Grade I Signal | 14 | 03 | 06 | 04 | 03 | 30 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 89 | 27 | 30 | 52 | 50 | 248 | ||||
| Total Post | Technician Grade I Signal | 503 | 95 | 272 | 148 | 73 | 1092 | |||
| Technician Grade III | 3482 | 873 | 1911 | 1127 | 649 | 8052 | ||||
| Workshop & PSu | 2186 | 513 | 1286 | 739 | 430 | 5154 | ||||
| Total | 6171 | 1481 | 3469 | 2014 | 1152 | 14298 | ||||
RRB Technician Vacancy (Zone-Wise)
The zone-wise and category-wise distribution of vacancies has been updated, reflecting the increased numbers. This detailed breakdown allows candidates to assess the opportunities available in their specific regions.
How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2024
The online application for RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 was activated on 9th March 2024. Interested candidates should ensure that they submit their applications by 8th April 2024. The application process is entirely online, and candidates must have all the required documents ready to complete their applications efficiently.
Application Fee:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PWDs / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Economically Backward | Rs. 250/- (Refundable) |
| Other Categories | Rs. 500/- (Refundable) |
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Eligibility Criteria for RRB Technician Recruitment 2024
Candidates must meet specific educational and age requirements to be eligible for the Technician posts.
Educational Qualification:
- Technician Grade 1 Signal:
- Bachelor of Science in Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/Information Technology/Instrumentation from a recognized University/Institute.
- OR, Three years Diploma in Engineering in relevant streams.
- OR, Degree in Engineering in the relevant streams.
- Technician Grade 3:
- Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI from recognized institutions of NCVT/SCVT in relevant trades.
- OR, Matriculation/SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in related trades.
Age Limit (as of 1st July 2024):
- Technician Grade 1 Signal: 18 to 36 years
- Technician Grade 3: 18 to 33 years
- Upper Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
Selection Process for RRB Technician Recruitment 2024
The selection process for the RRB Technician posts involves three stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Candidates will first appear for a CBT, which is the primary screening test.
- Document Verification: Candidates who qualify in the CBT will be called for document verification.
- Medical Examination: The final stage involves a medical examination to ensure candidates meet the physical standards required for the posts.
Conclusion
The increase in vacancies for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 presents an excellent opportunity for candidates aspiring to work in the Indian Railways. With a total of 14,298 positions available, the competition is expected to be intense, and candidates should start their preparations immediately. Keep an eye on the official websites for the latest updates on the exam date and other important announcements.
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