Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) Level 1 Recruitment 2025: Total 22,195 Posts
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India have released CEN No. 09/2025 for recruitment to Various Posts in Level-1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. This RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2025 is one of the largest central government jobs notifications, offering 22,195 vacancies across multiple railway zones.
This recruitment is a major govt job alert for candidates seeking sarkari job, especially ITI Passed jobs and job after ITI, as the minimum qualification includes 10th pass / ITI / NAC. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB websites within the notified dates. The notification PDF provides complete details regarding eligibility, vacancies, fees, selection process, and application procedure.
Key Highlights :
Organization: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Recruitment Name: RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2025
Advertisement Number: CEN No. 09/2025
Post Name: Various Level-1 Posts
Total Vacancies: 22,195
Application Mode: Online
Application Start Date: 31 January 2026
Application Last Date: 02 March 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment: 04 March 2026
Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Job Type: Permanent Central Government Job
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Vacancy Details
Education Qualification & Experience
As per the official notification:
Candidates must have 10th Pass, ITI, or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT
Qualification must be possessed on or before 02 March 2026
Candidates awaiting results are not eligible
Diploma/Degree holders are not accepted in lieu of ITI/NAC, unless specified
Age Limit
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 33 Years
Age Relaxation (as applicable)
OBC (NCL): 3 Years
SC/ST: 5 Years
Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Apprentices & other eligible categories: As per rules mentioned in the notification
Age relaxation is applicable only with valid certificates as prescribed in CEN No. 09/2025
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Minority / EBC | ₹250 |
Note:
Fee is refundable (after deducting bank charges) only if the candidate appears in CBT.
Salary/ Pay Scale
Pay Level: Level-1 of 7th CPC
Initial Pay: ₹18,000 per month
Other Allowances: As admissible under Railway rules
Important Dates
Notification Published: 31 January 2026
Online Application Start Date: 31 January 2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 02 March 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment: 04 March 2026
Modification Window: 05 March 2026 to 14 March 2026
Exam Date: To be notified on official RRB websites
Admit Card Release: To be notified
How to Apply
Visit the official website of the chosen RRB
Create an account using a valid mobile number and email ID
Fill the online application form carefully
Upload live photo, signature, and required documents
Pay the application fee through online mode
Submit the application and save the confirmation page
Only one application per candidate is allowed under this notification.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Document Verification (DV)
Medical Examination
Final selection will be based strictly on merit, subject to medical fitness and document verification.
Official Website and Notification Link
For complete details, eligibility criteria, and instructions, please visit the official website:
FAQ :
Q1. How many vacancies are available under RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2025?
Ans: A total of 22,195 vacancies are notified.
Q2. What is the minimum educational qualification for RRB Level 1 posts?
Ans: 10th pass, ITI, or NAC issued by NCVT.
Q3. What is the age limit for RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2025?
Ans: 18 to 33 years as on 01.01.2026, with applicable age relaxations.
Q4. What is the selection process for RRB Level 1 posts?
Ans: CBT, PET, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q5. What is the initial salary for Level-1 Railway posts?
Ans: ₹18,000 per month as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.