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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Chennai has announced a massive recruitment drive for Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III posts. If you’re an aspiring railway employee, this is a golden opportunity to join one of India’s largest employers. The indicative notice was published in Employment News on 21st June 2025, and the online application process is already open.
Here’s a breakdown of the key dates, eligibility, vacancies, exam pattern, and fees you need to know before applying.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice Published in Employment News | 21-06-2025 |
| Opening of Online Applications | 28-06-2025 |
| Closing of Online Applications | 28-07-2025 (23:59 hours) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 30-07-2025 |
| Modification Window for Corrections | 01-08-2025 to 10-08-2025 |
| Scribe Details Submission for Eligible Candidates | 11-08-2025 to 15-08-2025 |
Make sure you complete the application and fee payment well before the deadline to avoid last-minute glitches.
📝 Vacancy Details
The RRB is hiring for 6,238 posts in total, distributed across various railway zones (see Annexure B for RRB-wise details).
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Pay (₹) | Medical Standard | Age as on 01-07-2025 | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | Level-5 | 29,200 | B-1 | 18–33 years | 183 |
| Technician Grade-III | Level-2 | 19,900 | As per Annexure A | 18–30 years | 6,055 |
| Total | 6,238 |
💰 Application & Examination Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Others | ₹ 500 (₹ 400 refunded after appearing in CBT) |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC | ₹ 250 (refunded after appearing in CBT) |
📌 Note: Fees are applicable separately for each Pay Level post you apply for. Refunds are only applicable if you appear in the CBT (Computer Based Test).
🖋️ Exam Pattern
Technician Grade-I Signal (CBT)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Basics of Computers & Applications | 20 | 20 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| Basic Science & Engineering | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Technician Grade-III (CBT)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Note: The question papers may vary slightly from the tentative structure above.
🔗 Official Notification & Website
For the detailed notification and annexures: Download here
Official RRB Chennai website: www.rrbchennai.gov.in
❓ FAQ
Applications close on 28th July 2025 (23:59 hrs).
Yes, between 1st–10th August 2025, except for ‘Create an Account’ and ‘Chosen RRB’ details.
After appearing in CBT, ₹400 is refunded for General/Others and ₹250 for reserved categories.
18–33 years for Technician Grade-I Signal, 18–30 years for Technician Grade-III (as on 01-07-2025).
183 for Technician Grade-I Signal and 6,055 for Technician Grade-III, total 6,238 posts.
🔍 Conclusion
The RRB Chennai Technician recruitment drive is a fantastic chance for job seekers to secure a stable, prestigious career in Indian Railways. With over 6,000 vacancies and a clear recruitment schedule, now is the time to prepare your documents, understand the exam pattern, and apply on time.
Will you be one of the candidates to board the train to a rewarding railway career this year?
