RRB Exam Calendar 2025 Released: Check Exam Date for all Railway Exams


RRB Exam Calendar 2025

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has formally released the RRB Exam Calendar 2025, which is the schedule of different Computer-Based Tests (CBT) and other recruitment process-related activities. It is vital for contenders hoping to gain employment within Indian Railways, as it spells out the timeliness of various vacancies like Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), Technicians, Non-Technical Popular Categories (Undergraduate & Graduate), Paramedical Categories, Ministerial & Isolated Categories, Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant.

RRB Exam Calendar 2025 Highlights

According to the recent notification, the CBT exam for RPF Constable vacancies will be held from 2nd to 20th March 2025, whereas CBT 2 exams for ALP and Junior Engineer vacancies will be conducted on 19th and 20th March 2025. Nevertheless, the dates for other categories such as RRB NTPC, RPF SI PET/PST, Group D, Paramedical Posts, Railway Teacher, and Ministerial & Isolated Categories will be declared shortly.

RRB Exam Dates 2025

Following is the detailed schedule for major RRB exams in 2025:

PostExam Date
RPF Constable 20242nd to 20th March 2025
RRB ALP 2024 (CBT 2)19th and 20th March 2025
RPF SIPET/PST: To be notified
RRB NTPC 2024April 2025
RRB JE 2024 (CBT 2)19th and 20th March 2025
RRB Paramedical 2024To be notified
RRB Group D 2025July-August 2025
Ministerial & Isolated CategoriesJuly-August 2025
Railway Teacher Recruitment 2025July-August 2025

RRB Recruitment 2025-26 Calendar

The Ministry of Railways has ordered all RRBs to use an annual calendar of recruitment in 2025. This is inclusive of estimations of vacancies, approvals, and the announcement of notifications. The following is the tentative timeline:

Exams/PostsAssessment of Vacancies in OIRMSIndenting of Vacancies after ApprovalProposal for Draft CENPeriod of Releasing NotificationsVacancies Assessment up to
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)November 2024December 2024January 2025January-March 202530th June 2026
TechnicianJanuary-February 2025February-March 2025March 2025April-June 202530th June 2026
Non-Technical Popular CategoriesApril-May 2025May-June 2025June 2025July-September 202530th September 2026
Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical AssistantApril-May 2025May-June 2025June 2025July-September 202530th September 2026
Paramedical CategoriesApril-May 2025May-June 2025June 2025July-September 202530th September 2026
Ministerial & Isolated CategoriesJuly 2025August 2025September 2025October-December 202531st December 2026

Steps in the Recruitment Process

  • Vacancy Assessment: Every railway zone evaluates vacancies after subtracting vacancies already planned for recruitment in 2024.
  • Approval Process: The evaluated vacancies are approved.
  • Draft CEN Proposal: A proposal for a centralized employment notification (CEN) is drafted.
  • Final Notification Release: Final recruitment information is released to candidates.
  • Completion Deadline: Deadlines for filling vacancies are set by the ministry.

Key exams to be held in 2025-26

1. RRB ALP 2025

Selection: CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, and Document Verification.

Notification Release: January-March 2025.

2. RRB Technician 2025

Selection: Computer-Based Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

Notification Release: April-June 2025.

3. RRB NTPC 2025

Selection: Computer-Based Test, Document Verification.

Notification Release: July-September 2025.

4. RRB Paramedical 2025

Selection: Computer-Based Test, Document Verification, Medical Examination.

Notification Release: July-September 2025.

Preparation Tips for RRB Exams 2025

Preparation for RRB exams requires a well-formulated strategy. Refer to the following crucial tips:

  • Learn the Exam Pattern: The process of selection differs according to the post; thus, the candidates should study the pattern and syllabus deeply.
  • Time Management: Efficient time management for different sections such as reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and general awareness.
  • Stay Updated: Keep visiting RRB notifications and exam information to not miss any deadline.
  • Mock Tests & Previous Papers: Practicing previous year question papers and giving mock tests will go a long way in increasing accuracy and speed.
  • Stay Physically Fit: Certain posts, such as RPF Constable and RPF SI, involve physical tests, so keeping oneself fit is important.
  • Use Official Study Material: Stick to suggested books and the RRB syllabus to thoroughly cover all significant topics.

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  • Live & Recorded Classes: Watch high-quality video classes at your convenience.
  • In-Depth Study Materials: Well-prepared, syllabus-oriented study notes for technical and non-technical fields.
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Conclusion

The RRB Exam Calendar 2025 offers a systematic recruitment process, and applicants can prepare themselves beforehand. Candidates should remain current with official notifications and keep on preparing for exams to increase their chances of landing a government job in Indian Railways.

For more information and updates, remain connected with the official websites of Engineering PSC.

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