Indian Railways Recruitment Update 2025 – 1,20,579 Vacancies Announced (PIB Press Release)
Published on December 7, 2025
Indian Railways Recruitment Update 2025 – 1,20,579 Vacancies Announced (PIB Press Release)
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has officially released a major update regarding Indian Railways recruitment for the year 2024–25. A total of 1,20,579 vacancies have been announced across ALP, Technicians, JE/DMS/CMA, RPF, NTPC, Paramedical, and Level-1 categories.
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Highlight Section
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies Announced | 1,20,579 |
| CBT Completed For | 59,678 Posts |
| Recruitment Bodies | RRBs & RPF |
| Categories Covered | ALP, Technician, JE/DMS/CMA, NTPC, RPF SI/Constable, Paramedical, Level-1 |
| Source | PIB Official Press Release |
| Published By | PIB INDIA |
Overview of Railway Recruitment (As per PIB)
Indian Railways has officially notified that recruitment for 1,20,579 posts is underway under the 2024–25 calendar. This includes key safety-category posts such as:
- Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
- Technicians
- Junior Engineers (JE)
- Paramedical Staff
- RPF SI / Constable
- NTPC Graduate & Undergraduate posts
- Level-1 Track Maintainers / Assistants
The Railways have also completed Computer-Based Tests (CBT) for 59,678 posts, covering ALP, Technician, JE, Level-1, NTPC, RPF and Paramedical categories.
Recruitment Category Summary
| Category | Details / Status |
|---|---|
| ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) | Recruitment under CEN 01/2025 |
| Technician Posts | CEN 02/2025 |
| JE / DMS / CMA | CEN 05/2025 |
| NTPC Graduate Level | CEN 06/2025 |
| NTPC Undergraduate Level | CEN 07/2025 |
| RPF SI & Constable | Notification to be released |
| Paramedical Posts | Centralized recruitment |
| Level-1 Posts | Group-D, Track Maintainer, Pointsman |
Important Links – Railway Recruitment 2025
| Link Type | URL / Details |
|---|---|
| PIB Official Press Release | https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2198345 |
| RRB Official Website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Railway Main Website | https://indianrailways.gov.in |
| ALP Recruitment CEN 01/2025 | Through RRB portals |
| Technician Recruitment CEN 02/2025 | Through RRB portals |
| JE/DMS/CMA Recruitment CEN 05/2025 | Through RRB portals |
| NTPC Graduate CEN 06/2025 | Through RRB portals |
| NTPC Undergraduate CEN 07/2025 | Through RRB portals |
| RPF SI / Constable Notification | https://rpf.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Level-1 (Group-D) Recruitment | RRB Official Websites |
Key Highlights from PIB
- Railway Recruitment Board (RRBs) has completed CBTs for 59,678 posts in the last recruitment cycle.
- Focus on safety-category posts to strengthen critical railway operations.
- Recruitment system is now completely online with Aadhaar-based biometric verification.
- Transparent, merit-based selection process using CBT and document verification.
- Over the last 11 years, Railways has provided more than 5.08 lakh jobs.
What Aspirants Should Do Next
- Track RRB regional websites for new notifications.
- Prepare for CBT exams in ALP, Technician, JE, NTPC, and RPF categories.
- Keep Aadhaar and biometric data updated for verification.
- Prepare required documents: photos, certificates, ID proofs, category certificates.
- Apply quickly when new CEN notifications are released.
FAQ – Railway Recruitment 2025
1. How many total vacancies are announced?
A total of 1,20,579 vacancies are announced for the 2024–25 recruitment cycle.
2. Which posts are included in this recruitment?
ALP, Technician, JE/DMS/CMA, RPF SI/Constable, NTPC Graduate, NTPC Undergraduate, Paramedical Staff and Level-1 posts.
3. Have any CBT exams already been conducted?
Yes, CBTs for 59,678 posts have already been completed.
4. What are the major CEN notifications for 2025?
CEN 01/2025 (ALP), CEN 02/2025 (Technician), CEN 05/2025 (JE), CEN 06/2025 (NTPC Graduate), CEN 07/2025 (NTPC Undergraduate).
5. Where can candidates apply for Railway recruitment?
Applications are submitted through regional RRB websites and official Indian Railways portals.
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