The Indian Railways has announced the RRB Teacher Vacancy 2025 notification, unveiling 753 vacant posts for Railway Teachers across various schools under the Ministerial and Isolated Category. This article provides all the essential information, including eligibility criteria, application details, salary structure, and more.
Railway Teacher Recruitment 2025 Notification Overview
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued a short notification for 753 teaching vacancies, covering roles such as PGT, TGT, PRT, music teachers, female junior school teachers, female assistant teachers for primary schools, lab assistants, and librarians. The online application process starts on 7th January 2025. Candidates with a master’s degree in any subject are eligible to apply.
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Posts | RRB Teacher Recruitment |
| Applications Released For | Zonal Railways & Production Units for Ministerial & Isolated Categories |
| Vacancies | 753 |
| Category | Govt Job |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 7th January to 6th February 2025 |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT), Interview, Skill Test, Document Verification, Evaluation for Language Teachers |
| Salary | As per post |
| Official Website | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Dates
Stay updated with the important dates for the RRB Teacher Vacancy 2025, including application and exam timelines:
| Events | Dates |
| Railway Teacher Details Notification | Notified Soon |
| Online Application Starts | 7th January 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 6th February 2025 |
| RRB Teachers Exam Date | March 2025 (Expected) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | – |
| Last Date for Upload of Photo & Signature | – |
| Date for Errors Correction in Application Form | – |
Vacancy Breakdown
The 753 teaching positions are distributed as follows:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | 187 |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | 338 |
| Primary Teacher (PRT) | 188 |
| Physical Training Instructor (PTI) | 18 |
| Librarian | 10 |
| Lab Assistant | 7 |
| Music Tutor | 3 |
| Female Assistant Teacher | 2 |
| Total | 753 |
Application Process
The online application process begins on 7th January 2025 and ends on 6th February 2025. Candidates must submit their forms on the official RRB website, www.rrbapply.gov.in, well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.
Steps to Apply:
- Visit the official website: www.rrbapply.gov.in.
- Complete the one-time registration to create a unique username and password.
- Log in with your credentials and navigate to the “Apply for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Category Teachers Vacancy 2025” link.
- Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload scanned documents, including a photograph, signature, and other necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Download and print the submitted application form.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| UR/OBC/EWS | 500 |
| SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Army | 200 |
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Railway Teacher Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the following educational and age criteria:
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Primary Teachers/PRT | UG with B.Ed. in a subject with at least 50% marks, English Medium Teaching Skills, Knowledge of Computer Applications |
| Trained Graduate Teachers/TGT | PG with B.Ed. in a specific subject with a minimum of 50%, English Medium Teaching Skills, Knowledge of Computer Applications |
| Post Graduate Teachers/PGT | PG with B.Ed. in a specific subject with a minimum of 50%, English Medium Teaching Skills, Knowledge of Computer Applications |
| Music Teacher | Graduation in Music |
| Lab Assistant | Senior Secondary with Physics and Chemistry |
| Physical Training Instructor | Graduation with Diploma in Physical Training or B.P.Ed., 10+2 in Physical Training Education in English Medium |
| Assistant Mistress/Junior School PRT Teacher | 10+2 with a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, pass in TET, English Medium Teaching Skills |
Age Limit (as of 01/01/2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 48 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB Teacher Recruitment 2025 includes:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): A multiple-choice online exam with a scorecard validity period.
- Interview: Conducted by the Central Selection Board (CSB) and Local Selection Board (LSB).
- Skill Test: For specific posts.
- Document Verification: To verify eligibility.
- Evaluation for Language Teachers: Includes an additional 30-mark written test.
Exam Pattern
| Types of Questions | Multiple Choice Objective Type Questions |
| Number of Questions | 50 |
| Total Marks | 50 |
| Duration of Exam | 90 minutes |
| Marking Scheme | 1 mark per correct answer |
| Negative Marking | Deduction of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
Salary Structure
Based on the 7th Central Pay Commission:
| Post | Pay Scale | Salary |
| PGT | 8 | 47600 |
| TGT | 7 | 44900 |
| PRT | 6 | 35400 |
| Assistant Teacher (Female, Junior School) | 6 | 35400 |
| Librarian | 6 | 35400 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 4 | 25500 |
| Music Teacher | 6 | 35400 |
| Physical Training Instructor | 7 | 44900 |
FAQs
A total of 753 vacancies are available.
The official notification will be available on the RRB website: www.rrbapply.gov.in.