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Indian Railways has once again reinforced its position as one of the largest government job providers in India, with a massive recruitment drive underway for 1.2 lakh vacancies across various departments. Union Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed the details, bringing huge excitement among job aspirants preparing for government jobs.

🧑‍🏫 A Major Opportunity for government job Seekers

With lakhs of candidates preparing each year for railway examinations, this recruitment drive is expected to significantly reduce unemployment and open doors for skilled youth across the country. The hiring push data-aligns with the government’s ongoing vision to improve services, modernize infrastructure, and strengthen manpower in the world’s fourth-largest railway network.

📌 Key Highlights of Railway Recruitment 2025

✔️ Total Vacancies: 1.2 Lakh Posts

These vacancies are spread across technical, non-technical, security, operations, and administrative divisions.

✔️ Recruitment to Be Conducted in Phases

Exams will be conducted in multiple stages, ensuring transparency and fair selection.

✔️ Open to Candidates From Across India

Eligible candidates from all states and regions can apply based on educational qualifications.

🧩 Which Positions Are Likely to Be Open?

Based on the announcement, vacancies are expected in the following categories:

· Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)

· Technicians

· Track Maintainer Grade-IV

· Junior engineer (JE)

· Ticket collector / TTE

· Station Master

· Goods Guard

· Clerk & Typist Cadre

· Pointsman

· Group D Posts (maintenance, porter, helper, fitter, welder, etc.)

This includes positions for both 10th-pass, 12th-pass, ITI, Diploma, and Graduate candidates.

📄 Selection Process (Expected)

The selection process is expected to follow the usual RRB pattern:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT 1)

2. Computer-Based Test (CBT 2)

3. Skill Test / Aptitude Test (for ALP, technicians, etc.)

4. Document Verification

5. Medical Test

🎯 Why This Recruitment Is Important

Indian Railways is undergoing rapid modernization through bullet trains, station redevelopment, and wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital upgrades. To support these projects, a larger workforce is essential.
The 1.2 lakh vacancies aim to:

· Strengthen operational efficiency

· Improve passenger services

· Support infrastructure projects

· Create stable, long-term employment opportunities

🏁 Final Takeaway

The Railway Recruitment 2025 drive is one of the biggest job opportunities of the year. With over 1.2 lakh positions, candidates across educational backgrounds have a strong chance to secure a government job.

Aspirants are advised to stay updated with official notifications from the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for detailed eligibility, age limits, and application dates.

 

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