RRB Chennai – Recruitment, Vacancies | Complete Details

RRB Chennai or Railway Recruitment Board Chennai is one of the 18 zones of Railway Regional Recruitment Boards that conduct recruitment exams to fill various vacancies in its diverse departments. The board posts job openings on its website every year and invites applications from qualified candidates for the ALP, NTPC, JE, DMS, CMA, RRB Group D, and many other positions. 

Railway RRB Chennai hires qualified candidates for Chennai, Tiruchirappalli, and Salem Divisions, HeadQuarters office of Southern Railway (SR), and Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai. Read further to know more about RRB Chennai, such as exam pattern, selection process, important dates, etc.

RRB Chennai: Overview

RRB Chennai announces recruitment via the company’s website, ‘Employment News’ (A Government of India’ Publication), and local dailies. We encourage the candidates to monitor the official website and our guide for the latest news and updates, as there are many vacancies and the selection process for each post is different. Candidates who pass the Railway RRB Chennai exams get a great opportunity to work for the Indian Railways and enjoy a lucrative and secure career. 

Let’s have a look at the major highlights of the RRB Chennai through the below-mentioned table:

Railway Recruitment Board Chennai

Particulars	Details
Name of Board	Railway Recruitment Board Chennai
Department	Indian Railways
Location	Chennai
Regions Included	Chennai, Tiruchirappalli, and Salem
Mode of Application	Online
Mode of Exam	CBT Exam
Language	English and Hindi
Official website	rrbchennai.gov.in

RRB Chennai: Notification 

The RRB has recently released a notification regarding the recruitment for various posts in LEVEL -1 of the 7th CPC Matrix on the official website. It will start the CBT process tentatively in February 2022. 

Category	Exam Dates
Paramedical Categories	July 19 to 21, 2022
RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment	December 15 to 23, 2022
RRB NTPC Phase-I	December 28, 2020, to January 13, 2022
RRB NTPC Phase-II	January 16 to 30, 2022
RRB NTPC Phase-III	January 31 to February 12, 2022
RRB NTPC Phase-IV	February 15 to March 3, 2022
RRB NTPC Phase-V	March 3 to 27, 2022
RRB NTPC Phase-VI	April 1 to 8, 2022, 2022
RRB NTPC Phase-VII	To be Announced

Many RRB exams, including the NTPC, Group D, and many others, were on hold because of the Covid-19 pandemic that has affected India. As the Covid-19 crisis is improving, RRB will soon publish a notice on its website regarding the exam schedule, so we advise applicants to keep checking the official portal or our guide regularly for the latest updates.

RRB Chennai: Vacancies

The RRB usually posts centralized job listings on its website for different positions in distinct railway regions of the country. It has published recruitment notifications for Junior Engineers, DMS, and CMA positions on the official website of the Railway RRB Chennai. We have compiled a list of open positions at RRB Chennai mentioned under different recruitment notices to help our readers.

Post	Vacancies
ALP Technician & Other Posts	945
Group D Cent 01/2019	9579
JE, JE (IT), DMS and CMA Recruitment 2022	1316
Recruitment for Paramedical Categories	173
RRB JE Exam 2018	625
RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment	154
RRB NTPC Exam 2019	2694

RRB Chennai: Eligibility Criteria

The candidates who want to apply for the RRB Chennai recruitment must follow the eligibility requirements mentioned on the official website. As there are various vacancies offered by the RRB Chennai, the eligibility criteria, such as educational qualification, the age limit may differ for different posts. So, we advise applicants to check the official announcements to get the correct information regarding the qualifications required for each position. For the benefit of our readers, we have listed the RRB Chennai recruitment eligibility requirements below.

RRB Chennai: Nationality

The candidates applying for the RRB Chennai recruitment must be citizens of India.

RRB Chennai: Age Limit

The minimum and maximum age limits for the RRB Chennai recruitment are as follows:

• Minimum Age: 18 years 
• Maximum Age: 33 years

However, age relaxation is applicable for reserved candidates.

RRB Chennai: Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for the RRB Chennai recruitment must meet the following requirements:

RRB Posts	Education Qualification	Additional Requirements
Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist	Graduate Degree holder from a recognized university or equivalent	English/Hindi computer typing proficiency is compulsory
Station Master	Graduate Degree holder from a recognized university or equivalent	English/Hindi computer typing proficiency is compulsory
Senior Clerk Cum Typist	Graduate Degree holder from a recognized university or equivalent	English/Hindi computer typing proficiency is compulsory
Senior Time Keeper	Graduate Degree holder from a recognized university or equivalent	English/Hindi computer typing proficiency is compulsory
Commercial Apprentice (CA)	Graduate Degree holder from a recognized university or equivalent	–
Goods Guard	Graduate Degree holder from a recognized university or equivalent	–
Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist	Graduate Degree holder from a recognized university or equivalent	–
Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk	Graduate Degree holder from a recognized university or equivalent	–
Traffic Assistant	Graduate Degree holder from a recognized university or equivalent	–
Accounts Clerk Cum Typist	Class 12 ( 2 Stage) or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.Ex-servicemen, disabled people, and people whose qualifications exceed 12th ( 2 stages) are exempt from the requirement of 50 percent marks.	English/Hindi computer typing proficiency is compulsory
Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk	Class 12 ( 2 Stage) or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.Ex-servicemen, disabled people, and people whose qualifications exceed 12th ( 2 stages) are exempt from the requirement of 50 percent marks.	English/Hindi computer typing proficiency is compulsory
Junior Clerk Cum Typist	Class 12 ( 2 Stage) or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.Ex-servicemen, disabled people, and people whose qualifications exceed 12th ( 2 stages) are exempt from the requirement of 50 percent marks.	English/Hindi computer typing proficiency is compulsory
Junior Time Keeper	Class 12 ( 2 Stage) or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.Ex-servicemen, disabled people, and people whose qualifications exceed 12th ( 2 stages) are exempt from the requirement of 50 percent marks.	English/Hindi computer typing proficiency is compulsory
Trains Clerk	Class 12 ( 2 Stage) or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.Ex-servicemen, disabled people, and people whose qualifications exceed 12th ( 2 stages) are exempt from the requirement of 50 percent marks.	English/Hindi computer typing proficiency is compulsory
Junior Engineer (JE)	Diploma/Degree in Engineering stream related to the post applying for	–
RRB Group D Posts	Class 10th or ITI degree or diploma	–

RRB Chennai: Application Process

To apply for a position with the RRB Chennai, candidates have to fill out an online application form available on the official website. The application process is entirely online, and candidates have to complete the formalities within the pre-set time. 

The three stages of the application process are as follows:

• Filling out the Essential Information
• Completing the Educational Details
• Concluding Fee Payment Formalities

We request candidates to follow our step-by-step guide mentioned below to register themselves with ease.

RRB Chennai: Registration

Step 1: Visit the official RRB Chennai website – rbchennai.gov.in – to begin the process.

Step 2: Search the homepage for the latest available recruitment notifications.

Step 3: Next, select the exam you want to register for and click on it.

Step 4: A new window will open up, having the RRB Chennai recruitment registration form. 

Step 5: Fill out the required information and press the “Submit” button to proceed.

Step 6: You will get the RRB registration number and password on your email address once you have verified your email address and mobile phone number with an OTP (onetime password).

RRB Chennai: Application Form

Step 1: To begin, enter your registration number and password that you have got through the mail.

Step 2: Enter all of your personal information, such as your name, date of birth, and educational background, into the appropriate fields on the application form.

Step 3: Double-check the information you’ve entered before submitting it, and then go ahead.

Step 4: Upload all of the necessary documents, as well as a photo and your signature, at this point. (* Note that while uploading documents, make sure they’re not blurry or pixelated. They could reject the application if the documents are not clear.)

Step 6: Pay online application fees, which vary depending on the category the candidates belong to. Payment options include cash, net banking, credit card, and UPI, among others.

Step 7: Save a copy of the application form and the fee payment receipt for future use after completing all formalities.

*Note: The application process for all the positions under RRB Chennai is the same with only minute differences.

RRB Chennai: Application Fees

The online application fees for RRB Chennai’s various recruitment exams depend on the applicant’s category. RRB Chennai does not accept application forms that do not have fee payment details. 

The application fees for various RRB Chennai recruitment exams and various categories are as follows:

Application Fees

Exam Name	General (UR)	SC/ST/PwD/Transgender/Women/EWS
RRB JE Exam	Rs.500/-	Rs.250/-
RRB Group D Exam	Rs.500/-	Rs.250/-
RRB NTPC Exam	Rs.500/-	Rs.250/-

RRB Chennai: Application Status

The Railway Recruitment Board, Chennai, activates a link to check the application status as soon as the application process gets over. It’s only available for a limited amount of time before it’s permanently removed. Applicants can check the status only after logging in, and only those will get the permission for exams whose applications got accepted by the board. The regional RRB issues the admit card to qualified candidates only. 

To check the application status, follow the step-by-step process mentioned below:

Step 1: Go to the official RRB Chennai website, rbchennai.gov.in.

Step 2: Click on the link’ Application Status- Click Here to View.’

Step 3: Log in with your registration number and date of birth (DOB).

Step 4: Enter the case-sensitive captcha code and click on the ‘Login’ button.

Step 5: RRB Chennai application status will appear on the computer screen. Print a copy of this for your records.

*Note- The steps outlined above are standard for all events, including a login process for downloading admit cards, checking results, and so on.

RRB Chennai: Admit Card

All candidates who have successfully completed the application form and registration process before the deadline will get an admit card for the recruitment test from RRB Chennai. The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) posts the exam admit cards on its website a few days before the exam. All qualified candidates need to download their admit cards for the RRB Chennai Exams from the official website using their registration number and password. 

To download the admit card, follow the step-by-step process mentioned below:

Step 1: Visit the official RRB Chennai website – rrbchennai.gov.in.

Step 2: Click the “Recruitment Program” link on the homepage.

Step 3: Search for the notification related to the admit card of the exam.

Step 4: Download your admit card by logging in with your registration id and password.

Step 5: Take a print to appear in the exam and other future references.

The admit card for the RRB recruitment exams carries various information, such as the exam date and time and other essentials like the candidate’s name, birth date, signature, etc. Candidates must cross-check all details mentioned on the admit card. If they find any discrepancy, we advise them to contact the exam conducting authority as soon as possible. Candidates have to carry a hard copy of their admit cards at the time of the exam, failing so they will not get entry to the exam hall. The admit card is necessary along with other documents such as ID proof, educational qualification proofs, etc., to verify the identity and eligibility.

RRB Chennai: Selection Process 

The selection criteria and exam layout may vary slightly depending on the posts the candidates are applying for. However, most RRB Exams have the following stages for the final selection of candidates as a general rule.

• CBT-I is Stage 1.
• CBT-II is Stage 2.
• Skill Test is Stage 3.
• Document Verification Round is Stage 4

The selection process varies based on the position candidates are applying for and may include an interview as well.

RRB Chennai: Exam Pattern

Candidates who are preparing for the RRB exam must follow its exam pattern. By knowing so, they can plan their overall preparation strategy and, in turn, increase the likelihood of being accepted. The exam pattern for RRB Chennai’s recruitment exams is different for distinct positions. We have included exam patterns for paramedical, NTPC, MI, RRB, and Group D to assist our readers. 

RRB Chennai: Exam Pattern Paramedical and Group D

• Duration: 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes)
• Marking Scheme: Negative(-1/3 marks for each incorrect response and 1 for each correct answer)
• Maximum Marks: 100
• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Number of Questions: 100
• Number of Sections:  4 (Professional ability, General Awareness, General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Science) for paramedical and 4 (General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness and Current Affairs) for Group D
• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

RRB Chennai: Exam Pattern NTPC

• Duration: 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes)
• Marking Scheme: Negative(-1/3 marks for each incorrect response and 1 for each correct answer)
• Maximum Marks: 100
• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Number of Questions: 

• CBT Stage I – 100 marks
• CBT Stage II – 120 marks

• Number of Sections:  3 Sections (General Awareness, Mathematics and General Intelligence & Reasoning)
• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

RRB Chennai: Exam Pattern MI

• Duration: 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes)
• Marking Scheme: Negative(-1/3 marks for each incorrect response and 1 for each correct answer)
• Maximum Marks: 100
• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Number of Questions: 100
• Number of Sections:  Five (Professional Ability, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, General Science, and Mathematics) and Two for Stenographer (Hindi or English Language and General Awareness)
• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

RRB Chennai: Result

Candidates can check their RRB Chennai results by visiting the official website. RRB Chennai upload results after each round, section-wise, and normalized marks as well. 

Conclusion

We have included all relevant information regarding Railway RRB Chennai in our guide. We encourage candidates to keep an eye on the official website or our guide for updates on RRB Chennai recruitment while preparing hard for the exams.

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