Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) invites online applications from eligible Indian nationals for 1,036 vacancies in various Ministerial and Isolated Category posts in Zonal Railways and Production Units of Indian Railways under CEN No. 07/2024.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 06 January 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 07 January 2025 (00:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06 February 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Application Fee Payment Window | 07 – 08 February 2025 |
| Application Modification Window | 09 – 18 February 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
🌍 Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
The recruitment includes 1,036 vacancies across multiple posts. The details are:
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale (₹) | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | Level 8 | ₹47,600/- | 140 |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | Level 7 | ₹44,900/- | 180 |
| Junior Stenographer | Level 4 | ₹25,500/- | 210 |
| Chief Law Assistant | Level 7 | ₹44,900/- | 60 |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | 90 |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | 70 |
| Laboratory Assistant | Level 4 | ₹25,500/- | 80 |
| Physical Training Instructor (PTI) | Level 7 | ₹44,900/- | 75 |
| Music Teacher | Level 7 | ₹44,900/- | 65 |
| Art Teacher | Level 7 | ₹44,900/- | 66 |
📌 For detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancies, refer to Annexure-B of the official notification.
👨👩👦 Eligibility Criteria
1️⃣ Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 to 48 years (varies by post)
2️⃣ Educational Qualification
Candidates must have relevant educational, technical, or professional qualifications from a recognized Board/University/Institute based on the post.Here are the educational qualifications required for various posts in RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2025:
| Post Name | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | Post-Graduation in relevant subject with B.Ed. |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | Graduation with relevant subject & B.Ed./D.El.Ed. |
| Junior Stenographer | 12th Pass + Stenography Speed (80-100 WPM) |
| Chief Law Assistant | Degree in Law (LLB) + 5 years of experience as an Advocate |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Graduation + Diploma in Labour Welfare/Labour Laws/HR |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Master’s in Hindi/English with translation experience |
| Laboratory Assistant | 12th with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) |
| Physical Training Instructor (PTI) | Bachelor’s in Physical Education (B.P.Ed) |
| Music Teacher | Bachelor’s Degree in Music or equivalent |
| Art Teacher | Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts or equivalent |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refundable Amount (After CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Ex-SM/EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking)
🔢 Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) (Single Stage)
- Translation Test (TT) / Performance Test (PT) / Teaching Skill Test (TST) (as applicable)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
Negative Marking: *1/3rd marks deducted per wrong answer in CBT.
🔍 Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates)
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the RRB regional website
- Register & Create an Account (If not created earlier in 2024)
- Fill Online Application Form carefully
- Upload Required Documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates, etc.)
- Pay the Application Fee (as applicable)
- Submit & Print Application Form for reference
Candidates can apply for only ONE RRB. Multiple applications will be rejected.
🛑 Important Instructions
- Candidates must have a valid email ID & mobile number throughout the recruitment process.
- Ensure eligibility before applying – incorrect details will lead to rejection.
- Keep visiting the official RRB websites for updates on exam dates & call letters.
- Be aware of fraud job offers – RRB does not charge money for recruitment.
🚨 Apply Now! Avoid last-minute rush to prevent server issues.