RRB Technician Recruitment 2024: Apply Online for 14,298 Posts Now

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), under the Ministry of Railways, has reopened its recruitment drive for Technician positions in 2024. With a massive total of 14,298 vacancies available, this is an exciting opportunity for job seekers aiming to secure a career in the Indian Railways. If you’re interested in applying, here’s all you need to know about the application process, key dates, eligibility, and more.

Overview of RRB Technician Recruitment 2024

• Post Title: RRB Technician
• Total Vacancies: 14,298 (9144 + 5154)
• Application Mode: Online
• Notification Number: CEN No. 02/2024

The Railway Recruitment Board has released a notification inviting candidates to apply for Technician vacancies in different zones across India. These positions are crucial to the smooth functioning of the Indian Railways, and selected candidates will work in various technical roles.

Application Fees

• General/OBC: ₹500/-
• SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female/Transgender/EBC/Minorities: ₹250/-
• Payment Mode: You can pay the application fee online through Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI.

Key Dates to Remember

• Initial Notification: February 2024
• Online Application Start Date: 9th March 2024
• Last Date to Apply: 8th April 2024 (until 23:59 hours)
• Modification Window: 9th April to 18th April 2024 (Note: You cannot modify details related to account creation or the chosen RRB zone).
• Photo & Signature Upload Window: 3rd June to 7th June 2024
• Reopening of Applications: 2nd October to 16th October 2024 (until 23:59 hours)
• Reopen Modification Window: 17th October to 21st October 2024 (₹250 fee for each modification)

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for these roles, candidates must meet specific educational qualifications based on the role they’re applying for:

1. Technician Grade III:
   • Must have passed Matriculation/SSLC and hold an ITI certificate in a relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.
2. Technician Grade I (Signal):
   • A Diploma or Degree in Engineering or B.Sc. in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation.

Make sure you check the full notification for detailed eligibility requirements and other important details.

Selection Process

The selection process for RRB Technicians includes:

• Computer-Based Tests (CBT): Tentatively scheduled between October and December 2024.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates from the CBTs will undergo document verification, expected in February 2025.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official RRB website https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ for your zone.
2. Register an account and complete the application form.
3. Upload necessary documents, including photo and signature.
4. Pay the application fee online.
5. Submit the form before the last date.

If you’re planning to apply, make sure to double-check all details before submission, especially during the modification window.

Vacancy Details
SI No. Post Name Total Vacancy Age Limit (as on 01-07-2024) 1. Technician Grade I Signal 1092 18-36 Years 2. Technician Grade III 8052 18-33 Years 3. Technician Gr. III (Workshop & PUs) 5154 19-40 Years Total 9144+5154=14298 Vacancy
SI No.	RRB Region participating in CEN No. 02/2024	Zone	Technician Grade I Signal	Technician Grade III	Technician (Workshops & Production Units)	Total
1.	RRB Ahmedabad	WR	74	687	254	1015
2.	RRB Ajmer	NWR & WCR	69	453	378	900
3.	RRB Bangalore	SWR	44	98	195	337
4.	RRB Bhopal	WCR & WR	79	373	82	534
5.	RRB Bhubaneswar	ECoR	12	138	16	166
6.	RRB Bilaspur	CR & SECR	95	766	72	933
7.	RRB chandigarh	NR	25	86	76	187
8.	RRB Chennai	SR	48	785	1883	2716
9.	RRB Guwahati	NFR	16	608	140	764
10.	RRB Jammu & Srinagar	NR	35	256	430	721
11.	RRB Kolkata	ER, METRO & SER	74	432	592	1098
12.	RRB Malda	ER & SER	17	258	–	275
13.	RRB Mumbai	SCR, WR & CR	152	1132	599	1883
14.	RRB Muzaffarpur	ECR	08	105	–	113
15.	RRB Patna	ECR	01	220	–	221
16	RRB Prayagraj	NCR &NR	131	207	–	338
17.	RRB Ranchi	SER & ECR	29	321	–	350
18.	RRB Secunderabad	ECoR & SCR	76	688	215	959
19.	RRB Siliguri	NFR	18	65	8	91
20.	RRB Thiruvananthapuram	SR	30	248	–	278
21.	RRB Goarkhpur	NER	59	146	214	419
Important Links
Re Open Apply Online		Available on 02-10-2024
Re Open Online Dates (27-09-2024)		Click Here
Vacancy Increase (22-08-2024)		Click Here
Photo & Signature Dates for Uploading (29-05-2024)		Click Here
Apply Online (09-03-2024)		Click Here
Detailed Notification (09-03-2024)		Click Here
Short Notification		Click Here
Short Notice		Click Here
Official Website		Click Here

Why You Should Apply

Securing a job with Indian Railways offers numerous benefits, including job stability, a decent salary, and perks such as free or discounted travel, healthcare, and retirement benefits. This recruitment drive is one of the largest in recent times, and with 14,298 vacancies, candidates have a significant opportunity to be part of this essential workforce.

Future Recruitment

The RRB has also provisionally planned another cycle of Technician recruitment in April 2025. So, even if you miss this opportunity, there will be future chances to join the Indian Railways.

For more information, check the official notification on the Railway Recruitment Board’s website and ensure you stay updated on any changes or announcements.