Overview
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced a major recruitment drive for 5,810 vacancies under NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) for various posts including Station Master, Traffic Assistant, Goods Train Manager, and Clerk positions. This is a golden opportunity for graduates to build a career in Indian Railways.
Organization: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Total Vacancies: 5,810 Posts
Post Type: Station Master, Traffic Assistant, Goods Train Manager, Clerk, and Other Posts
Job Type: Permanent (Group C)
Application Mode: Online Only
Official Website: rrbchennai.gov.in
CEN Number: CEN No. 06/2025
📅 Important Dates
- Start of Online Application: 21st October 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 20th November 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 22nd November 2025
- Application Modification Window: 23rd November to 2nd December 2025
- Scribe Details Submission: 3rd December to 7th December 2025
⏰ Don’t Miss the Deadline! Submit your application before 20th November 2025.
📍 Vacancy Details
Total of 5,810 posts are available across all RRBs in India:
| Post Name | Vacancies | Initial Pay (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | 161 | 35,400 |
| Station Master | 615 | 35,400 |
| Goods Train Manager | 3,416 | 29,200 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 921 | 29,200 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | 638 | 29,200 |
| Traffic Assistant | 59 | 25,500 |
| Total | 5,810 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
All posts require a Graduate degree from a recognized university. Specific requirements:
- Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor: Degree from recognized university
- Station Master: Degree from recognized university
- Goods Train Manager: Degree from recognized university
- Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist: Degree + typing proficiency in English/Hindi on computer (essential)
- Senior Clerk Cum Typist: Degree + typing proficiency in English/Hindi on computer (essential)
- Traffic Assistant: Degree from recognized university
💰 Stipend / Salary Details (per month)
The pay scale varies by post:
- Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor & Station Master: Rs. 35,400 (Pay Matrix Level)
- Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant & Senior Clerk: Rs. 29,200 (Pay Matrix Level)
- Traffic Assistant: Rs. 25,500 (Pay Matrix Level)
Additional benefits include DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Railway rules.
🎯 Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in multiple stages:
- CBT 1 (Computer-Based Test 1) – First Stage Exam
- CBT 2 (Computer-Based Test 2) – Second Stage Exam
- CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test) – For applicable posts
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
⏳ Age Limit
As on 1st January 2026:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
- Age relaxation applicable as per government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen
📑 How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
Step 1: Create an Account
- Visit the official RRB website (links provided below)
- Create an account using your mobile number and email ID
- If you already have an RRB account from previous applications, use the same credentials
- Important: Authenticate your identity using DigiLocker/Aadhaar for smoother verification
Step 2: Fill Application Form
- Log in with your credentials
- Fill all mandatory fields carefully
- Choose your preferred RRB (cannot be changed later)
- Upload required documents (photograph, signature)
Step 3: Pay Application Fee
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: Rs. 250/-
- All other candidates: Rs. 500/-
- Payment via online mode only
Step 4: Submit Application
- Review all details carefully before final submission
- Take a printout of the application for future reference
Note: No corrections allowed after account creation except during the modification window (with additional fee).
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready for upload:
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per specifications)
- Scanned signature
- Graduate degree certificate
- 10th certificate (for age proof)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card for identity verification
- Valid email ID and mobile number
📘 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Notification PDF: Download Here
- Official Website: rrbchennai.gov.in
💡 Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS Candidates: Rs. 500/-
- SC/ST/Female/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: Rs. 250/-
⚠️ Important Tips
- Use DigiLocker/Aadhaar authentication for faster processing
- Keep your mobile number and email active throughout the recruitment process
- Double-check all details before submission – no changes allowed after account creation
- Save your registration number and password safely
- Pay application fee before the deadline (22nd November 2025)
- Regularly check your email and mobile for updates from RRB
This is one of the biggest railway recruitment drives of 2025-26! Don’t miss this opportunity to secure a government job with excellent career growth and benefits. Apply before the deadline!
