RRB TECH 2025 is the upcoming Indian Railways Technical Recruitment Exam. Stay updated with eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, important dates, and preparation tips.
RRB TECH 2025 is the upcoming national-level recruitment examination conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for various technical positions in Indian Railways. It offers opportunities for engineering graduates, diploma holders, and technically skilled candidates to join one of the largest employers in the country.
The exam covers roles such as Junior Engineer (JE), Senior Section Engineer (SSE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). The selection process typically involves Computer-Based Tests (CBTs), Document Verification, and Medical Exams.
Key highlights:
Eligibility: Degree or diploma in relevant engineering disciplines
Exam Pattern: CBT-1 and CBT-2 with subjects like General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, and Technical Ability
Application Dates: Expected to open in early 2025
Official Notification: To be released on the RRB regional websites
Start preparing now to boost your chances of selection in RRB TECH 2025.
The RRB Technical recruitment aims to fill vacancies in posts like:
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Technician Grade III (Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, etc.)
Various other technical posts as per trade and region
The selection process involves a multi-stage computer-based test (CBT), followed by a computer-based aptitude test (CBAT) for ALP candidates and document verification.
Nationality:
Candidate must be an Indian citizen or meet other nationality criteria specified in the official notification.
Educational Qualification:
For ALP and Technician: Minimum qualification is an ITI certificate or Diploma in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institutes.
Some posts may require a 10th pass with ITI; others may require a Diploma depending on the trade.
Age Limit:
Typically, 18 to 30 years
Age relaxation available as per government norms for reserved categories (OBC, SC/ST, PwD, etc.)
Event
Expected Date
Notification Release
Mid 2025
Application Form Start
July 2025
Application Deadline
August 2025
CBT-1 Exam
September–October 2025
CBT-2 Exam (ALP only)
November–December 2025
CBAT (ALP only)
January 2026
Document Verification
Early 2026
Candidates must apply online through the respective RRB regional portals.
Steps include registration, filling in personal and educational details, uploading scanned photograph and signature, and paying the application fee.
Application Fee: ₹500 for General/OBC (₹400 refundable upon CBT-1 appearance), ₹250 for SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen (fully refundable).
Keep printouts of the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference.
CBT-1 (Preliminary Exam – Common for ALP & Technician)
Total Questions: 75
Duration: 60 minutes
Sections & Weightage:
Mathematics – 20 questions
General Intelligence and Reasoning – 25 questions
General Science – 10 questions
General Awareness and Current Affairs – 10 questions
General Arithmetic – 10 questions
Marking: 1 mark per question
Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for incorrect answers
CBT-2 (Only for ALP)
Total Questions: 175
Duration: 120 minutes
Parts:
Part A (100 questions) – General Aptitude including Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness, and Science
Part B (75 questions) – Trade-specific Technical Knowledge
Negative marking applies similarly.
CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test) – ALP Only
Aptitude test evaluating spatial abilities, concentration, and cognitive skills, qualifying in nature.
CBT-1
Mathematics: Number system, LCM, HCF, simplification, ratio & proportion, percentages, averages, profit & loss, time & work, basic algebra and geometry.
General Science: Basic Physics, Chemistry, and Biology concepts as per school syllabus.
General Awareness: Current affairs, Indian history, geography, polity, Indian Railways basics, environment.
CBT-2 (ALP Specific)
General Aptitude: More advanced maths, reasoning puzzles, and general awareness topics.
Trade-specific Technical Subjects: Deep knowledge based on the candidate’s trade (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, etc.) such as electrical circuits, mechanical systems, electronic devices, instruments, and maintenance practices.
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