The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) invite online applications for 32,438 vacancies under Level-1 posts of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with an initial pay of ₹18,000. Key dates include the application period from 23.01.2025 to 22.02.2025, fee payment deadline on 24.02.2025, and modification window from 25.02.2025 to 06.03.2025. Eligible candidates aged 18-36 years (with age relaxations) must possess the prescribed minimum educational qualifications (e.g., ITI or CCAA). Selection involves a CBT, PET, document verification, and a medical examination. Application fees are ₹500 (UR) and ₹250 (concessional categories) with refunds post-CBT. Apply via the official RRB websites.
Important Dates
Event
Date & Time
Indicative Notice
28.12.2024
Date of Publication
22.01.2025
Online Registration Start Date
23.01.2025 (00:00 Hrs)
Online Registration Closing Date
22.02.2025 (23:59 Hrs)
Fee Payment Deadline
24.02.2025 (23:59 Hrs)
Modification Window
25.02.2025 to 06.03.2025 (23:59 Hrs)
Vacancies and Pay
Post
Pay Level (7th CPC)
Initial Pay (₹)
Total Vacancies
Various Posts in Level 1
Level-1
18,000
32,438
Educational Qualifications
Eligibility: Minimum qualifications as per Annexure-A (e.g., ITI, CCAA).
Note: Higher qualifications like diplomas or degrees in engineering are not substitutes for ITI/CCAA.
Age Limit(as of 01.01.2025)
Category
Age Range
Upper Age Relaxation
General (UR) & EWS
18-36 years
–
OBC-NCL
18-39 years
+3 years
SC/ST
18-41 years
+5 years
PwBD (General)
18-46 years
+10 years
Application Fee Details
Category
Fee (₹)
Refund After CBT
Payment Mode
General (UR), OBC, Others
500
₹400 (after deducting charges)
Online (Net Banking, UPI, Debit/Credit Card)
SC, ST, PwBD, Female, Transgender, EBC, ExSM
250
₹250 (after deducting charges)
Online (Net Banking, UPI, Debit/Credit Card)
How to Apply
Online Registration: Visit official RRB/RRC websites (refer to Para 21.0 of CEN).
Documents Needed: Active email ID, phone number, and necessary certificates.
Fee Payment: Online via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.