RRB Technician 2024 Exam Date, Syllabus, Hall Ticket

The Railway Recruitment Board is conducting the RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 for selecting eligible candidates for Technician post. Candidates who applied for the Technician posts can check the RRB Technician Exam Schedule, Syllabus, Admit Card, Selection Process, Previous Year Paper, and other details here.

RRB Technician Recruitment 2024

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has increased the number of vacancies for Technician Grade 1 Signal and Technician Grade 3 posts to 14,298 across 40 categories, up from the earlier 9,144 vacancies in 18 categories. Candidates are advised to bookmark this page for the latest updates on the RRB Technician Recruitment 2024.

RRB Technician Recruitment: Overview

The RRB Technician Examination aims to fill 14298 vacancies for Technician Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3 posts in the Railway Recruitment Board. The official RRB Notification has been released on the official website at https://indianrailways.gov.in/. Candidates can find a summary table for RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 below:

Particulars	Details
Organization	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name	Technician (Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3)
Revised Vacancies	14298
Category	Govt Jobs
Application Mode	Online
Selection Process	CBT- Stage I, CBT- Stage II, Document Verification
Mode of Exam	Computer Based Test
Salary	Grade 1 Signal – Rs.29,200
	Grade 3 – Rs.19,900
Official Website	https://indianrailways.gov.in/

RRB Technician Exam Date 2024

The RRB Technician Exam Date 2024 for Technician (Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3) posts is expected to take place from 18th to 29th December 2024. The exam will be conducted in CBT mode, and details such as the exam date, timing, and venue will be available along with the RRB Technician Admit Card.

RRB Technician Revised Vacancy

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has expanded the number of RRB Technician Vacancy for the Technician (Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3) roles in the Railway Department this year. The updated vacancy count now stands at 14298.

Posts Name	UR	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total
Technician (Grade 1 Signal)	503	148	73	272	95	1092
Technician Grade 3	3482	1127	649	1911	873	8052
Technician Grade 3 (Workshop & PUs)	2186	739	430	1286	513	5154
Total	6171	2014	1152	3469	1481	14298

RRB Technician Zone Wise Vacancy

The RRB has announced a total of 14298 Technician posts, distributed across three categories: 1092 vacancies for Technician Grade 1 Signal, 8052 vacancies for Technician Grade 3, and 5154 vacancies for Technician Grade 3 (Workshop & PUs). We have provided a table below detailing the breakdown of vacancies by region and category.

RRB Name	Posts	UR	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	TOTAL	Grand Total
Ahmedabad	Grade 1 Signal	38	10	03	19	04	74	1,015
	Grade 3	299	99	46	173	70	687
	Workshop	104	34	15	78	23	254
Ajmer	Grade 1 Signal	32	10	04	18	05	69	900
	Grade 3	209	58	24	106	56	453
	Workshop	163	50	25	93	46	378
Bangalore	Grade 1 Signal	22	07	03	08	04	44	337
	Grade 3	46	14	10	20	08	98
	Workshop	79	29	16	52	19	195
Bhopal	Grade 1 Signal	36	11	05	20	07	79	534
	Grade 3	208	52	16	65	32	373
	Workshop	44	08	05	18	07	82
Bhubaneswar	Grade 1 Signal	05	03	02	00	01	12	166
	Grade 3	51	19	13	27	18	138
	Workshop	08	01	01	03	03	16
Bilaspur	Grade 1 Signal	45	11	06	24	09	95	933
	Grade 3	365	101	45	188	67	766
	Workshop	36	08	04	16	08	72
Chandigarh	Grade 1 Signal	10	04	02	06	03	25	187
	Grade 3	37	13	05	22	09	86
	Workshop	38	04	11	05	18	76
Chennai	Grade 1 Signal	22	07	02	12	05	48	2,716
	Grade 3	324	115	64	188	94	785
	Workshop	743	299	160	501	180	1,883
Gorakhpur	Grade 1 Signal	26	07	04	16	06	59	419
	Grade 3	57	20	12	39	18	146
	Workshop & PUs	123	32	20	28	11	214
Guwahati	Grade 1 Signal	06	03	01	04	02	16	764
	Grade 3	240	91	47	168	62	608
	Workshop	59	21	12	36	12	140
Jammu-Srinagar	Grade 1 Signal	14	05	03	09	04	35	721
	Grade 3	108	38	17	70	23	256
	Workshop	188	55	45	105	37	430
Kolkata	Grade 1 Signal	34	10	05	20	05	74	1,098
	Grade 3	183	67	45	82	55	432
	Workshop	365	79	52	134	62	592
Malda	Grade 1 Signal	08	02	01	05	01	17	275
	Grade 3	129	26	21	50	32	258
Mumbai	Grade 1 Signal	68	21	11	42	10	152	1,883
	Grade 3	465	147	79	313	128	1,132
	Workshop & PUs	238	88	47	159	67	599
Muzaffarpur	Grade 1 Signal	03	01	01	03	—	08	113
	Grade 3	51	13	14	18	09	105
Patna	Grade 1 Signal	—	—	—	—	01	01	222
	Grade 3	76	37	22	57	29	221
Prayagraj	Grade 1 Signal	61	15	10	29	16	131	338
	Grade 3	119	14	18	33	23	207
Ranchi	Grade 1 Signal	13	04	01	08	03	29	350
	Grade 3	127	49	25	90	30	321
Secunderabad	Grade 1 Signal	38	10	05	18	05	76	959
	Grade 3	272	93	71	156	76	668
	Workshop	95	30	16	56	18	215
Siliguri	Grade 1 Signal	08	03	01	05	01	18	91
	Grade 3	27	09	10	15	12	73
Thiruvananthapuram	Grade 1 Signal	09	03	02	06	02	22	134
	Grade 3	70	23	12	33	24	162

RRB Technician 2024 Eligibility Criteria

Before candidates can apply online for the position, they must fulfill specific RRB Technician Eligibility Criteria. These criteria include educational qualifications and age limits.

RRB Technician Notification: Age Limit

As per the released Notification for the RRB Technician Recruitment, there are specific age criteria for applying to Technician Grade 1 Signal and Technician Grade 3 positions. The minimum age required for both positions is 18 years. However, the maximum age limit varies for each category, as outlined below.

Position	Minimum Age Limit as on 1/7/2024	Maximum Age Limit as on 1/7/2024
Technician Grade 1 Signal	18 years	36 years
Technician Grade 3	18 years	33 years

RRB Technician Notification: Educational Qualification

To apply for the RRB Technician positions, candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria. The requirements for Technician Grade 1 Signal and Technician Grade 3 are outlined below.

1. Position: Technician Grade 1 Signal
   • Educational Qualification:
     • A) Bachelor of Science in Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/Information Technology/Instrumentation from a recognized University/Institute
       • OR
     • B) B.Sc. in a combination of any sub-stream of basic streams of Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/Information Technology/Instrumentation from a recognized University/Institute
       • OR
     • C) Three years Diploma in Engineering in the above basic streams or in a combination of any of the above basic streams
       • OR
     • D) Degree in Engineering in the above basic streams or in a combination of any of the above basic streams
2. Position: Technician Grade 3
   • Educational Qualification:
     • Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI from recognized institutions of NCVT/SCVT in the trade of Forger and Heat Treater/Foundryman/Pattern Maker/Moulder (Refractory)
       • OR
     • Matriculation/SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the related trades.

RRB Technician Apply Online Link

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) reopened the RRB Technician Apply Online 2024 Link for the Technician Recruitment 2024 on its official site, https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/, due to the increase in vacancies to 14298. It’s important to have all necessary documents ready when filling out the forms. For more details and to apply, visit https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.

How To Apply Online For Technician 2024?

Candidates who aspire to apply for the RRB Technician post can follow these detailed steps through the official website https://indianrailways.gov.in/. This Online Application process has been provided below:

1. Visit indianrailways.gov.in and go to the homepage.
2. Click on “Recruitment” and choose “Railway Technician Recruitment 2024.”
3. Read the official announcement for RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 to understand guidelines and requirements.
4. Click on “Apply Online” and accurately fill out the application form with personal and educational details.
5. Upload required documents, such as photos and signatures, ensuring they meet specified criteria for size and format.
6. Review the filled application form for accuracy and completeness.
7. Submit the application after ensuring all information is correct.
8. Print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

RRB Technician Recruitment Application Fees

When completing the RRB Technician Application forms, candidates need to pay a specific application fee based on their category. It’s essential to submit this fee because applications without it will be incomplete and rejected. The table below outlines the category-wise application fees for RRB Technician Recruitment 2024.

Category	Application Fee
For Candidates belonging to SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PWDs / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Economically backward class	Rs. 250/- (Refundable after deducting bank charges on appearing in CBT)
Other Categories	Rs. 500/- (Out of which Rs. 400/- shall be refunded after deducting bank charges on appearing in CBT)

RRB Technician Selection Process

Candidates Applying for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 need to know the steps involved in the selection process. There are three stages to go through to get hired for this role. First, candidates must pass the Computer Based Test (CBT).

After succeeding in the CBT, selected candidates will be invited for Document Verification, where their documents will be checked. The final stage involves a Medical Examination to ensure the candidates meet the necessary health requirements for the role.

1. Computer Based Test (CBT):
   • The first stage involves a Computer Based Test (CBT).
   • Candidates need to clear this examination to proceed to the next stage.
   • The CBT assesses the candidates’ knowledge and skills relevant to the Technician role.
2. Document Verification:
   • Selected candidates from the CBT will be called for Document Verification.
   • During this stage, the authenticity of the submitted documents will be verified.
   • Candidates must provide accurate and valid documents to move forward in the selection process.
3. Medical Examination:
   • The final stage includes a Medical Examination.
   • Candidates who successfully clear the Document Verification will undergo a thorough medical examination.
   • The purpose is to ensure that candidates meet the required health standards for the Technician position.

RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 Exam Pattern

The computer-based exam for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2024 will consist of 100 questions, each carrying one mark. However, it’s important to note that the exam patterns, marking schemes, and sections vary for the two posts, Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3. To get a clear understanding of the exam structure for both positions, candidates should refer to the detailed RRB Technician Exam Pattern 2024.

RRB Technician Grade 1 Signal Exam Pattern

The initial stage of the RRB Technician Grade 1 Signal exam is the Computer-Based Test (CBT). The exam pattern is outlined in the table and points below, providing candidates with valuable insights for better preparation:

• No marks will be deducted for unanswered questions.
• If a question is answered incorrectly, 1/3 of a mark will be deducted.

Subjects	No. of Questions	Total Marks	Time
General Awareness	10	10	90 minutes
General Intelligence & Reasoning	15	15
Basics of Computers and Applications	20	20
Mathematics	20	20
Basic Science and Engineering	35	35
Total	100	100

RRB Technician Grade 3 Exam Pattern

The first step in the RRB Technician Grade 3 exam is the Computer-Based Test (CBT). The exam pattern is explained in the table and points below, offering candidates useful information for effective preparation:

• No marks will be taken away for questions left unanswered.
• If a question is answered incorrectly, 1/3 of a mark will be deducted.

Subjects	No. of Questions	Total Marks	Time
Mathematics	25	25	90 minutes
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25
General Science	40	40
General Awareness	10	10
Total	100	100

RRB Technician Salary Structure 2024

Candidates interested in the RRB Technician positions should be aware of the pay levels and initial pay specified in the 7th CPC (Central Pay Commission). The details for RRB Technician Salary 2024 for Grade 1 Signal and Technician Grade 3 are presented in the table below:

Post Name	Pay Level in 7th CPC	Initial Pay
Technician Grade 1 Signal	Level 5	Rs. 29,200
Technician Grade 3	Level 2	Rs. 19,900

We hope this blog gave you a better understanding of the RRB Technician Recruitment 2024. To read more such blogs, visit the Oliveboard website!

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