The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2024 for the recruitment of candidates to various posts in Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. This is a golden opportunity for candidates looking to secure a government job in the Indian Railways.
🔹 Organization: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
🔹 Notification No.: CEN 08/2024
🔹 Post Name: Various Level 1 Posts
🔹 Total Vacancies: 32,438
🔹 Pay Scale: ₹18,000/- (Level 1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix)
🔹 Job Location: All over India
🔹 Application Mode: Online
🔹 Official Notification: Download PDF
🔹 Apply Online: RRB Official Portal
🔹 Official Website: Visit Here
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 📢 Notification Release Date | 22nd January 2025 |
| 📝 Online Application Start Date | 23rd January 2025 (00:00 Hrs) |
| ⏳ Last Date to Apply Online | 22nd February 2025 (23:59 Hrs) |
| 💰 Application Fee Payment Date | 23rd – 24th February 2025 |
| ✏️ Application Correction Window | 25th February – 6th March 2025 |
| 📆 CBT Exam Date | To be notified later |
📋RRB January 2025 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Initial Pay (₹) | Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various Level 1 Posts | 32,438 | ₹18,000 | 18–36 years |
🚄 RRB Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Distribution (Zone-Wise & Post-Wise)
Here’s the RRB Level 1 Vacancy Distribution as per CEN No. 08/2024. The vacancies are spread across different RRB zones, categorized by UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS along with special quotas like Ex-Servicemen (ExSM) and Persons with Disabilities (PwBD).
📋 Zone-Wise RRB Vacancy Distribution
| Railway Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Railway (NR) | 2,008 | 691 | 346 | 1,275 | 465 | 4,785 |
| Southern Railway (SR) | 1,089 | 397 | 228 | 698 | 279 | 2,694 |
| Eastern Railway (ER) | 828 | 309 | 153 | 552 | 206 | 2,048 |
| Western Railway (WR) | 1,892 | 701 | 351 | 1,261 | 467 | 4,672 |
| Central Railway (CR) | 988 | 229 | 190 | 413 | 189 | 2,020 |
| South Eastern Railway (SER) | 408 | 184 | 72 | 263 | 102 | 1,044 |
| South Western Railway (SWR) | 207 | 75 | 37 | 133 | 50 | 503 |
| East Central Railway (ECR) | 518 | 186 | 92 | 333 | 122 | 1,251 |
| South Central Railway (SCR) | 598 | 215 | 134 | 285 | 122 | 1,370 |
| North Central Railway (NCR) | 988 | 229 | 190 | 413 | 189 | 2,020 |
| North Eastern Railway (NER) | 598 | 215 | 134 | 285 | 122 | 1,370 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) | 828 | 309 | 153 | 552 | 206 | 2,048 |
| West Central Railway (WCR) | 578 | 190 | 93 | 346 | 130 | 1,337 |
| East Coast Railway (ECoR) | 405 | 139 | 67 | 257 | 96 | 964 |
| North Western Railway (NWR) | 503 | 207 | 98 | 331 | 112 | 1,251 |
💼 Top Vacancies by Post (Across All Zones)
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Track Maintainer Grade-IV | 13,153 |
| Pointsman B | 6,357 |
| Assistant (Workshops) | 4,263 |
| Assistant (Electrical) | 3,295 |
| Assistant (Mechanical) | 2,431 |
| Assistant (Signal & Telecom) | 1,843 |
📢 Note:
- The total vacancies under RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2025 are 32,438.
- Vacancy numbers may vary based on the final decision of the respective RRB zones.
- Refer to the official notification for PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and other reservation categories.
For more details, check the official notification: RRB Vacancy Details (PDF).
🎓 RRB Level 1 Global Eligibility Criteria January 2025
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 36 years (including 3-year age relaxation due to COVID-19)
Age Relaxation:
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD (UR): 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules
Educational Qualification:
- Minimum Qualification: 10th Pass (Matriculation) OR ITI from recognized institutions approved by NCVT/SCVT.
- Note: Candidates awaiting results are NOT eligible to apply.
💼 RRB Recruitment January 2025 Selection Process
The recruitment process involves the following stages:
1️⃣ Computer-Based Test (CBT)
2️⃣ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
3️⃣ Document Verification (DV)
4️⃣ Medical Examination
Computer-Based Test (CBT) Pattern:
- Mode: Online
- Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | 90 minutes |
| General Science | 30 | 30 | |
| Reasoning | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 mins |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Criteria:
- For Male Candidates:
- Run 1.5 km in 4 minutes 15 seconds (one chance)
- For Female Candidates:
- Run 1 km in 3 minutes 40 seconds (one chance)
💰 RRB Recruitment January 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) | Refund (after CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM/Female/EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 |
- Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI)
📥 How to Apply RRB Recruitment January 2025?
1️⃣ Visit: www.rrbapply.gov.in
2️⃣ Register: Create an account with valid email & mobile number
3️⃣ Fill Application: Provide personal, educational, and other details
4️⃣ Upload: Recent passport-size photo & signature
5️⃣ Payment: Pay the application fee online
6️⃣ Submit: Finalize your application and download the confirmation
📅 Last Date to Apply: 22nd February 2025 (11:59 PM)
📄 Indian Railway Recruitment Notification CEN 08/2024 Links
- 📢 Official Notification: Download Here
- 📝 Apply Online: Click Here
- 🌐 Official Website: Visit Here
