RRB Level-1 Recruitment 2025 Notification: Last Date Extended

Updated on February 22, 2025 20:45 GMT IST

RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2025
RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2025
Recruitment AuthorityRailway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Notification NumberCEN 08/2024
Total Vacancies32,438
PostsVarious Level-1 Posts (e.g., Track Maintainer, Pointsman, Assistant)
Pay Scale₹18,000 (Level-1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Application ModeOnline
Application Start Date23rd January 2025
Application End Date1st March 2025
Selection ProcessCBT, PET, Document Verification, Medical Examination
Official WebsiteRefer to respective RRB/RRC websites
RRB Level-1 Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights
Post NameVacancies
Track Maintainer-IV10,000+
Pointsman B5,000+
Assistant (Various Departments)15,000+
Other Level-1 PostsRemaining
Total32,438
RRB Level-1 Recruitment 2025: Post-wise Vacancies
CategoryVacancies
UR (General)13,892
SC (Scheduled Caste)4,801
ST (Scheduled Tribe)2,593
OBC (Other Backward Classes)8,451
EWS (Economically Weaker Section)2,701
Total32,438
RRB Level-1 Recruitment 2025: Category-wise Vacancy

The vacancies are distributed across 16 railway zones. Below is a summary of the total vacancies per zone:

Railway ZoneTotal Vacancies
Western Railway (WR)4,672
Northern Railway (NR)4,785
Southern Railway (SR)2,694
Central Railway (CR)3,244
Eastern Railway (ER)1,817
South Eastern Railway (SER)1,044
South Central Railway (SCR)1,642
North Eastern Railway (NER)1,370
North Western Railway (NWR)1,433
East Central Railway (ECR)1,251
South East Central Railway (SECR)1,337
East Coast Railway (ECoR)964
West Central Railway (WCR)1,614
North Central Railway (NCR)2,020
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR)2,048
South Western Railway (SWR)503
RRB Level-1 Recruitment 2025: Zone-wise Vacancy

Selected candidates will be placed in Level-1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an initial pay of ₹18,000 per month. Additional allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), Transport Allowance, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) will also be provided as per Indian Railways norms.

  • General: 18-36 years
  • OBC: 18-39 years
  • SC/ST: 18-41 years
  • PwBD: Additional 10 years of relaxation
  • Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms
CategoryFee
General/OBC₹500 (₹400 refundable after CBT)
SC/ST/PwBD/Female/EWS₹250 (fully refundable after CBT)

Mode of Payment

  • Online payment via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)

  • Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates)
  • Total Questions: 100 (Objective Type)

Subjects:

  • Mathematics
  • General Intelligence and Reasoning
  • General Science
  • General Awareness and Current Affairs
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for every wrong answer.

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates who qualify for the CBT will be shortlisted for the PET. The criteria are:

CategoryMale CandidatesFemale Candidates
Running1000 meters in 4 mins 15 secs1000 meters in 5 mins 40 secs
Weight LiftLift 35kg for 100 meters in 2 minutesLift 20kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes

3. Document Verification (DV)

Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents during the verification process.

4. Medical Examination

Candidates will undergo a medical fitness test to ensure they meet the required physical standards for the post.

  • Visit the Official Website: Go to the official RRB website of your respective zone.
  • Register Yourself: Create an account using your email ID and mobile number.
  • Fill Out the Application Form: Enter your personal, educational, and communication details.
  • Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates.
  • Pay the Application Fee: Complete the payment through the available online methods.
  • Submit the Application: Review your details before submitting the form. Save a copy of your application for future reference.
EventDate
Notification Release Date22nd January 2025
Application Start Date23rd January 2025
Application End Date01.03.2025 (23:59 Hrs)
Fee Payment Deadline03.03.2025 (23:59 Hrs)
Modification Window Opens04.03.2025
Modification Window Closes13.03.2025 (23:59 Hrs)
CBT Exam DateTo be announced
RRB Level-1 Recruitment 2025: Important Dates
RRB Level-1 Recruitment 2025: Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date to apply is 22nd February 2025.

The age limit is 18-36 years for general candidates, with relaxations for reserved categories.

The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification (DV), and a Medical Examination.

You can apply online through the official RRB website of your respective zone.

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