| Post Name | RRB Railway Technician Vacancy 2024 |
| Total Post | 14298 |
| CEN No | 02/2024 |
| Post Update | 29/09/2024 |
| Job Type | GOVT OF INDIA |
Government of India, Ministry of Railways
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs): Recruitment Notice
The Ministry of Railways invites online applications from eligible candidates for the positions of Technician Grade-I and Technician Grade-III. Applicants must ensure they meet all the prescribed eligibility criteria for the respective posts as of the closing date for submitting applications.
For complete details, including eligibility, application process, and other important information, please read the full notification and download the official notice.
RRB Railway Technician Recruitment 2024,
Railway TECH Gr-III Vacancy 2024,
RRB Technician Bharti 2024,
| RRB Technician 2024 Online Date |
| Old Online Date | 09/03/2024-08/04/2024 |
| Re-Open Online Start | 02-OCT-2024 |
| Online Last Date | 16-OCT-2024 |
| Exam Date | Notified Soon |
| TECHNICIAN Application Fee 2024 |
| Category | Fee |
| GEN/OBC (Male) | Rs- 500/- |
| ALL Female | Rs- 250/- |
| SC/ST/ESM (Male/Female) | Rs- 250/- |
| Minorities | Rs- 250/- |
| Economically backward class (EBC) | Rs- 250/- |
| Payment Mode: payment through internet banking or debit/credit cards upto Last Date Of Application | |
| Railway Technician Age Limit 2024 | ||
| Age As On 01/07/2024 | ||
| Category | TECH Gr-I | TECH Gr-III |
| UR/EWS | 18-36 | 18-30 |
| OBC NCL | 18-39 | 18-33 |
| SC/ST | 18-41 | 18-35 |
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| Railway Technician Number of Vacancy |
| Post Name | Vacancy | Salary |
| Technician GR-I Signal | 1092 | Rs-29200/- |
| Technical GR-3 Open Line | 8052 | Rs-19900/- |
| Technician GR-III | 5154 | Rs-19900/- |
| Total | 14298 | — |
| Category | TECHNICIAN GRADE I SIGNAL (OPEN LINE) | TECHNICIAN GRADE III (OPEN LINE) | TECHNICIAN GRADE III (WORKSHOP & PUs) | Total |
| GEN | 503 | 3482 | 2186 | 6171 |
| EWS | 95 | 873 | 513 | 1481 |
| OBC | 272 | 1911 | 1286 | 3469 |
| SC | 148 | 1127 | 739 | 2014 |
| ST | 73 | 649 | 430 | 1152 |
| Total | 1092 | 8052 | 5154 | 14298 |
| Technician Educational Qualification | |
| 10thPass/Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI from NCVT/SCVTin the trades of Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio &TV) Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Wireman, Tractor Mechanic, Armature & Coil Winder Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, Turner, Machinist, Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning Mechanic. ORMatriculation / SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship. OR3 years Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering. ORCombination of various streams of these Engineering disciplines from a recognised Institution in lieu of ITI.Note: Degree in the Engineering disciplines as above will also be acceptable in lieu of Diploma in Engineering. |
RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Only single online application (common to all the notified posts- Technicians) has to be submitted by the
candidate through the link provided on the official website of RRBs.
The entire recruitment process shall involve, First stage CBT, Second stage CBT, and Document Verification as applicable.
The date, time and venue for all the activities viz First stage CBT, Second stage CBT, and DV or any other additional activity as applicable shall be fixed by the RRBs and shall be intimated to the eligible candidates in due course. Request for postponement of any of the above activity or for change of venue, date and shift will not be entertained under any circumstances.
| Railway Technician Syllabus 2024 |
- Qualifying Marks For CBT Exam Stage 1 & 2 : UR -40%, OBC-30%, SC-30%, ST -25%.
- Negetive Marking 1/3 Stage 1 & 2.
First Stage CBT :: No of Questions: 75 :: Duration: 60 Min
- a. Mathematics :- Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work; Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern etc.
- b. General Intelligence and Reasoning
Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc. - c. General Science
The syllabus under this shall cover Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences of 10th standard level. - d. General awareness on current affairs in Science & Technology:- Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics
and other subjects of importance.
Second Stage CBT :: PART-A : 100 Question & PART-B : 75 Question :: Duration PART-A 90 Min & PART-B 60 Min
PART -A 100 Question / Duration 90 Min
- a. Mathematics Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work; Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern etc.
- b. General Intelligence and Reasoning
Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and decision making, Similarities and differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc. - c. Basic Science and Engineering
The broad topics that are covered under this shall be Engineering Drawing (Projections, Views, Drawing Instruments, Lines, Geometric figures, Symbolic Representation), Units, Measurements, Mass Weight and Density, Work Power and Energy, Speed and Velocity, Heat and Temperature, Basic Electricity, Levers and Simple Machines, Occupational Safety and Health, Environment Education, IT Literacy etc. - d. General Awareness on Current Affairsin Science & Technology:- Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics and any other subjects of importance.
PART -B 75 Question / 60 Min/ Syllabus : – Qualifying Mark: 35 % (This is applicable to all candidates and no relaxation is permissible)
- Trade Wise Question :- This part is qualifying in nature and shall have questions from the trade syllabus prescribed by Director General of Employment & Training (DGET). Candidates with ITI/Trade Apprenticeship qualification will be required to appear in the section having questions from the relevant trade. Candidates holding Degree, Diploma and HSC (10+2) having eligibility for the posts of ALP have to select relevant trade from the list of trades listed against their engineering discipline/HSC (10+2). The trade syllabus can be obtained from the DGET website. The relevant trades for various engineering discipline/HSC (10+2) for appearing in the qualifying test is as below:
| SL | Engineering Discipline(Diploma/Degree) | Relevant trade for PART B Qualifying Test to be selected from |
| 01 | Electrical Engineering and combination of various streams of Electrical Engineering | Electrician / Instrument Mechanic / Wiremen /Winder(Armature) / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic |
| 02 | Electronics Engineering and combination of various streams of Electronics Engineering | Electronics Mechanic / Mechanic Radio & TV |
| 03 | Mechanical Engineering and combination of various streams of Mechanical Engineering | Fitter / Mechanic Motor Vehicle / Tractor Mechanic / Mechanic Diesel / Turner /Machinist / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic/ Heat Engine / Millwright Maintenance Mechanic |
| 04 | Automobile Engineering and combination of various streams of Automobile Engineering | Mechanic Motor Vehicle / Tractor Mechanic / Mechanic Diesel / Heat Engine / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic |
| 05 | HSC(10+2) with Physics and Maths | Electrician / Electronics Mechanic / Wireman |
| Railway TECHNICIAN Online Link 2024 | |
| Re-Open Apply Online | Click Here |
| Vacancy Increese Notice | Click Here |
| Guidelines For Photo & Sign | Click Here |
| Corrigendum & Addendum | Click Here |
| Apply Home Page | Click Here |
| Notification | English | Hindi |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequentlyn Asked Questions(FAQs)
1. What is the total number of vacancies for Railway Technician Recruitment 2024?
The recruitment offers a total of 14,298 vacancies distributed among Technician Grade-I Signal, Technician Grade-III Open Line, and Technician Grade-III Workshop/Production Units (PUs).
2. What are the educational qualifications required for the Railway Technician posts?
Candidates must possess one of the following:
- Matriculation/10th Pass with ITI from NCVT/SCVT in relevant trades.
- Matriculation/10th Pass with a completed Act Apprenticeship course.
- 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering or relevant streams.
- A Degree in the specified engineering disciplines is also acceptable.
3. What is the age limit for applying to these posts?
The age criteria vary based on the post and category:
- Technician Grade-I Signal: 18–36 years (General) with relaxation for OBC (up to 39 years) and SC/ST (up to 41 years).
- Technician Grade-III: 18–30 years (General) with relaxation for OBC (up to 33 years) and SC/ST (up to 35 years).
4. What is the selection process for Railway Technician Recruitment 2024?
The selection process involves the following stages:
- First Stage CBT (Computer-Based Test): 75 questions, 60 minutes duration.
- Second Stage CBT:
- Part A: 100 questions, 90 minutes duration.
- Part B: 75 questions, 60 minutes duration (trade-specific).
- Document Verification (DV): For shortlisted candidates after CBT.
5. What are the important dates for the re-opened application process?
- Re-Open Online Start Date: 2nd October 2024.
- Last Date to Apply: 16th October 2024.
- Exam Dates: To be notified soon.
Conclusion
The Railway Technician Recruitment 2024 provides a significant opportunity for aspiring candidates to secure government jobs in the railway sector. With a comprehensive selection process, candidates are encouraged to prepare thoroughly for the CBT stages by covering topics like mathematics, reasoning, general science, and current affairs. The syllabus also emphasizes trade-specific knowledge for Part B of the Second Stage CBT.
Applicants should carefully review the official notification, ensure they meet all eligibility criteria, and complete the application process within the specified deadlines. For further details and updates, refer to the official RRB website or the provided notification links.