How to get a railway job
All railway recruitments explained – RRB NTPC, Group D, ALP, JE, RPF and apprentices – with eligibility for 10th, ITI, 12th and graduates.
Indian Railways is one of the largest employers in the world. Recruitment happens through Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Railway Recruitment Cells (RRCs) and UPSC.
| Recruitment | Education | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| RRB Group D | 10th / ITI | Track maintainer, assistant, pointsman |
| RRC Apprentice | 10th + ITI | Act apprentice (merit based) |
| RRB ALP | 10th + ITI or diploma | Assistant Loco Pilot |
| RRB Technician | 10th + ITI / 12th | Technician grades |
| RRB NTPC (12th) | 12th | Clerk, ticket clerk, trains clerk |
| RRB NTPC (Graduate) | Graduation | Station master, goods train manager, senior clerk |
| RRB JE | Diploma/B.Tech | Junior engineer |
| RPF Constable / SI | 10th / graduation | Railway Protection Force |
| Group A officers | Graduation / engineering | Through UPSC exams |
Tips
- RRB exams ask many general science questions (NCERT Class 9–10) – don't skip them.
- Most railway exams are computer-based with negative marking of one-third.
- You can apply to only one RRB per notification – choose the region carefully.
- Track maintainer, ALP and technician posts need medical fitness (especially vision) – check standards before applying.
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