Railway Recruitment Notification 2025
Government of India, Ministry of Railways
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2024 for various posts in Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Below are the complete details of the recruitment:
Vacancy Details
| Name of the Post | Initial Pay (₹) | Qualification & Medical Standards | Age (as on 01.07.2025) | Total Vacancies (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various Posts in Level 1 | 18,000 | Refer Annexure A of the detailed CEN | 18-36 years | 32,000 |
Note: The age includes a relaxation of 3 years as a one-time measure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For age and other details, refer to Sections 0.5 to 0.6 of the detailed notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Applications | 23.01.2025 |
| Closing Date for Online Applications | 22.02.2025 (11:59 PM) |
Reservation Categories
Reservation is available for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, CCAA, and PwBD candidates. Refer to the detailed CEN for specific details.
Examination Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General (₹500 refundable for appearing in CBT) | 500 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/EWS/Divyang/Women/Minorities | 250 |
Mode of Examination
The examination will be conducted through Computer-Based Test (CBT).
How to Apply
Candidates are advised to visit the official websites of the RRBs listed below to apply online. For detailed guidelines, refer to CEN 08/2024 available on these websites.
RRB Websites
| Name of RRB and Railway | Website Address |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad (WR) | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Ajmer (NWR) | www.rrbajmer.gov.in |
| Bangalore (SWR) | www.rrbbnc.gov.in |
| Bhopal (WCR) | www.rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Bhubaneswar (ECoR) | www.rrbbbs.gov.in |
| Bilaspur (SECR) | www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| Chandigarh (NR) | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Chennai (SR) | www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
General Guidelines
- Candidates can apply to only one railway and submit only one online application.
- Ensure to register with a valid email ID and phone number for communication.
- All communication will be through email and SMS only.
Note: Please verify all details on the official notification before applying.