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๐Ÿ“ Multiple Zonal Boards across India๐Ÿ“… Est. 1998๐Ÿ’ฐ โ‚น19,900 โ€“ โ‚น1,42,400/month (Pay Level 2โ€“8 for most posts)๐ŸŒ Official Website โ†—

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) recruit staff for Indian Railways โ€” the world's 4th largest railway network employing over 12 lakh people. There are 21 RRBs across India, each handling recruitment for their respective Zonal Railways. RRBs recruit for a wide range of posts from Group D track workers to Loco Pilots, Station Masters, Junior Engineers, and Non-Technical Popular Category posts.

Exams Conducted

NTPCPeriodic (every 2โ€“3 years)

Non-Technical Popular Categories

For Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Station Master, Goods Guard, ASM, Traffic Assistant etc.

๐Ÿ’ฐ โ‚น19,900 โ€“ โ‚น92,300/month (Pay Level 2โ€“7 depending on post)

Graduation for Senior posts (Station Master, Goods Guard, Senior CA, Traffic Assistant, Jr Account Assistant Cum Typist). 12th Pass for Junior posts (Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, Ticket Assistant). Age 18โ€“33 years (General).

Exam Pattern
CBT Stage 1: 100 MCQs โ€” General Awareness (40), Mathematics (30), General Intelligence & Reasoning (30) | 90 min | 1/3 negative marking CBT Stage 2: 120 MCQs โ€” General Awareness (50), Mathematics (35), General Intelligence & Reasoning (35) | 90 min | 1/3 negative marking Skill Test: Typing speed test for Junior Clerk/Typist posts (30 wpm English / 25 wpm Hindi on computer) Computer Based Aptitude Test for Station Master posts Document Verification and Medical Examination
JEPeriodic (every 2โ€“3 years)

Junior Engineer Recruitment

For Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, IT, Signal & Telecom) and Depot Material Superintendent posts.

๐Ÿ’ฐ โ‚น35,400 โ€“ โ‚น1,12,400/month (Pay Level 6)

3-year Diploma OR Degree in relevant engineering discipline (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, IT, S&T). Age 18โ€“33 years (General).

Exam Pattern
CBT Stage 1: 100 MCQs โ€” General Awareness (15), Physics & Chemistry (15), Basics of Computers & Applications (10), Basics of Environment & Pollution Control (10), Mathematics (30), General Intelligence & Reasoning (25) | 90 min | 1/3 negative marking CBT Stage 2: 150 MCQs โ€” Technical discipline-specific questions (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics & Comm/IT/S&T) | 120 min | 1/3 negative marking Document Verification + Medical Examination (A3/B1 medical standard)
ALPPeriodic (every 2โ€“3 years)

Assistant Loco Pilot & Technicians

For Assistant Loco Pilot and Technicians (Gr.III) in various trades.

๐Ÿ’ฐ โ‚น19,900 โ€“ โ‚น69,100/month (Pay Level 2โ€“5)

10th Pass + ITI (relevant trade: Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, Welder, etc.) OR Diploma/Degree in Engineering. Age 18โ€“28 years (General).

Exam Pattern
CBT Stage 1: 75 MCQs โ€” Mathematics (20), General Intelligence & Reasoning (25), Basic Science & Engineering (40), General Awareness & Current Affairs (10) | 60 min | 1/3 negative marking CBT Stage 2 Part A: 100 MCQs โ€” Mathematics (25), Basic Science & Engineering (40), General Awareness (35) | 90 min | 1/3 negative marking CBT Stage 2 Part B: 75 MCQs โ€” Trade-specific knowledge (Electrician/Fitter/Welder etc.) | 60 min | Qualifying only (35% cutoff) CBAT: 7 computer-based psychological test batteries assessing train operation aptitude | 42 min | Qualifying (minimum 42 marks each battery) Document Verification + Medical Examination (A2 medical standard for Loco Pilot)
Group DPeriodic (every 2โ€“3 years)

Group D Recruitment

For Level 1 posts โ€” Track Maintainer, Helper, Assistant Pointsman, Gateman and other multi-tasking posts.

๐Ÿ’ฐ โ‚น18,000 โ€“ โ‚น56,900/month (Pay Level 1)

10th Pass or ITI from a recognised institute in relevant trade. Age 18โ€“36 years (General). Must meet railway medical standards.

Exam Pattern
CBT: 100 MCQs โ€” General Science (25), Mathematics (25), General Intelligence & Reasoning (30), General Awareness & Current Affairs (20) | 90 min | 1/3 negative marking Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Male โ€” Lift and carry 35 kg for 100 m in 2 min; Run 1000 m in 4 min 15 sec | Female โ€” Lift and carry 20 kg for 100 m in 2 min; Run 1000 m in 5 min 40 sec Document Verification and Medical Examination (B1/B2 medical standard)
MIPeriodic

Ministerial & Isolated Categories

For Stenographer, Translator, Chief Law Assistant, Staff & Welfare Inspector etc.

๐Ÿ’ฐ โ‚น19,900 โ€“ โ‚น63,200/month (Pay Level 2โ€“4)

10th Pass to Graduation depending on post. Certain posts require typing speed or specific qualifications. Age 18โ€“33 years (General).

Exam Pattern
CBT: 100 MCQs โ€” General Awareness (40), Mathematics (30), General Intelligence & Reasoning (30) | 90 min | 1/3 negative marking Skill Test / Typing Test for relevant posts Document Verification and Medical Examination
RPF / RPSFPeriodic

Centralised Employment Notice (RPF)

Constable and Sub-Inspector posts in Railway Protection Force (RPF) and RPSF.

๐Ÿ’ฐ โ‚น21,700 โ€“ โ‚น69,100/month (Pay Level 3) for Constable; โ‚น35,400 โ€“ โ‚น1,12,400/month for SI

10th Pass for Constable, 12th Pass for Sub-Inspector. Male height โ‰ฅ 165 cm (General), Female โ‰ฅ 157 cm. Age 18โ€“28 years (Constable), 20โ€“28 years (SI).

Exam Pattern
CBT: 120 MCQs โ€” General Awareness (50), Arithmetic (35), General Intelligence & Reasoning (35) | 90 min | 1/3 negative marking Physical Efficiency Test: 1600 m run for Male, 800 m run for Female | Long Jump and High Jump Physical Measurement Test: Height, Chest (Male only) Medical Examination + Document Verification

Eligibility

  • โ€บAge: 18โ€“36 years โ€” varies by post and category
  • โ€บEducation: 10th Pass (Group D), ITI/10th (Technician/ALP), Diploma/Degree (JE), Graduation (NTPC)
  • โ€บNationality: Indian Citizen
  • โ€บMedical Fitness: Physical and medical fitness as per railway medical standards (A1โ€“B2 categories)
  • โ€บAge Relaxation: SC/ST โ€“ 5 yrs, OBC โ€“ 3 yrs, PwD โ€“ 10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen as per rules

Selection Process

  • โ€บStage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage 1 โ€” General Awareness (40), Maths (30), General Intelligence & Reasoning (30) | 90 min | 1/3 negative marking
  • โ€บStage 2: Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage 2 โ€” Subject-specific MCQs (90โ€“120 questions, 90 min)
  • โ€บStage 3: Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) โ€” Only for ALP posts | 7 psychological test batteries | 42 min | qualifying (42 marks minimum)
  • โ€บStage 4: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) โ€” For Group D and certain NTPC posts
  • โ€บStage 5: Skill Test / Typing Test โ€” For Station Master, Typist, Traffic Assistant
  • โ€บStage 6: Document Verification and Medical Examination (Railway Medical Officer)
  • โ€บStage 7: Final merit list and appointment by Zonal Railway

Departments & Posts

  • โ€บMechanical โ€” Assistant Loco Pilot, Technician (Fitter, Welder, Machinist)
  • โ€บElectrical โ€” Electrical Technician, Junior Engineer
  • โ€บCivil Engineering โ€” Track Maintainer, Junior Engineer (Civil)
  • โ€บSignal & Telecom โ€” Technician, Junior Engineer (S&T)
  • โ€บTraffic โ€” Station Master, Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Commercial Apprentice
  • โ€บCommercial โ€” Junior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Traffic Assistant
  • โ€บMinisterial โ€” Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Accounts Clerk, Junior Time Keeper

Joining Process

  • โ€บStep 1: Receive provisional offer letter from the respective Zonal Railway (e.g. Central Railway, Northern Railway)
  • โ€บStep 2: Report for medical examination at the Railway Hospital for fitness category (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2)
  • โ€บStep 3: Submit all original documents โ€” educational certificates, caste/category certificate, ID proof
  • โ€บStep 4: Receive formal appointment order from Zonal Railway HR/Personnel Department
  • โ€บStep 5: Attend Basic Training at Railway Training Institute / Zonal Railway Training School (30โ€“90 days depending on post)
  • โ€บStep 6: On-the-job training at assigned loco shed, yard, station, or section
  • โ€บStep 7: Regular posting after successful training completion and passing of departmental tests

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