
RRB Helper/Assistant 2025
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) conducts exams for the RRB Helper/Assistant position, an entry-level role in the Indian Railways. This position plays a key part in ensuring smooth operations and maintenance in various railway departments, such as Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Signal & Telecommunications.
Role and Responsibilities
Role | Responsibilities |
Assisting Technicians | Help skilled workers like electricians, fitters, and mechanics in maintenance tasks. |
Track Maintenance | Support the upkeep and repair of railway tracks and surrounding infrastructure. |
Signal & Communication | Assist in repairing and maintaining signals and telecommunication systems. |
Electrical Support | Help with electrical systems, such as wiring, lighting, and power equipment repair. |
Mechanical Assistance | Provide support in workshops for machinery and tools maintenance. |
Safety & Cleanliness | Ensure work areas and tools are clean and meet safety standards. |
Emergency Response | Assist during train breakdowns, accidents, or natural calamities. |
General Operations Support | Perform miscellaneous tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day railway operations. |
Career Path of RRB Helper/Assistant 2025
Level | Position | Details |
Entry Level | RRB Helper/Assistant | Entry-level position supporting maintenance and operational tasks in various departments. |
Promotional Level 1 | Technician Grade III | Promoted to a skilled role, performing specialized maintenance tasks independently. |
Promotional Level 2 | Technician Grade II | Higher-level technical role with increased responsibility in specific railway operations. |
Promotional Level 3 | Technician Grade I | Senior technician responsible for supervising maintenance and troubleshooting tasks. |
Promotional Level 4 | Junior Engineer (JE) | Managerial and supervisory role, requiring departmental exams for promotion. |
Promotional Level 5 | Senior Section Engineer (SSE) | Senior engineering role managing projects, teams, and ensuring smooth departmental functions. |
Selection Process
Stage | Details |
Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT) | – Objective test with multiple-choice questions. |
– Covers Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness. | |
– Total Marks: 100 (varies by zone). | |
– Duration: 90 minutes. | |
Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | – Tests physical fitness and endurance. |
– Tasks include: | |
– Male Candidates: Run 1,000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds and lift 35 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes. | |
– Female Candidates: Run 1,000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds and lift 20 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes. | |
Stage 3: Document Verification | – Verification of educational certificates, identity proof, and category certificates (if applicable). |
Stage 4: Medical Examination | – Tests candidates’ physical and medical fitness as per the railway standards. |
– Includes vision and general health check-ups. | |
Final Merit List | – Based on performance in the CBT and qualification in PET, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. |
Syllabus
Subjects | Topics Covered |
1. Mathematics | – Number System |
– Simplification | |
– Decimals and Fractions | |
– HCF and LCM | |
– Percentages | |
– Profit and Loss | |
– Time and Distance | |
– Time and Work | |
– Simple and Compound Interest | |
– Ratio and Proportion | |
– Mensuration (2D and 3D shapes) | |
– Algebra (basic concepts). | |
2. General Intelligence & Reasoning | – Analogies |
– Coding and Decoding | |
– Classification | |
– Series (Number, Letter, and Word series) | |
– Puzzle Solving | |
– Direction Sense Test | |
– Syllogism | |
– Blood Relations | |
– Data Sufficiency | |
– Logical Venn Diagrams | |
– Statement and Conclusion. | |
3. General Awareness | – Current Affairs (national and international) |
– Indian Railways: history, facts, and functions | |
– Indian Economy | |
– Indian Constitution | |
– Indian Geography and Polity | |
– Sports and Important Events | |
– Awards and Honors | |
– Science and Technology (basic concepts) | |
– Environmental Issues. |
Exam Pattern
Section | Number of Questions | Marks | Topics Covered |
Mathematics | 25 | 25 | Basic arithmetic, percentages, ratios, time & work, algebra, etc. |
General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | Logical reasoning, puzzles, coding-decoding, blood relations, etc. |
General Awareness | 20 | 20 | Current affairs, Indian Railways, sports, awards, etc. |
General Science | 25 | 25 | Basic physics, chemistry, biology (10th-grade level). |
Total | 100 | 100 | – |
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria | Details |
Nationality | Must be an Indian citizen or meet the eligibility criteria for Nepal/Bhutan citizens as per government norms. |
Educational Qualification | – Minimum qualification: 10th pass or equivalent from a recognized board. |
– ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT in relevant trade is preferred. | |
Age Limit | – Minimum Age: 18 years |
– Maximum Age: 30 years (as on the date specified in the official notification). | |
Age Relaxation | – SC/ST: 5 years |
– OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years | |
– PwD: 10 years | |
– Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules. | |
Medical Fitness | – Must meet the physical and medical standards specified for the role. |
– Includes vision tests, physical fitness, and general health. |
Pay Scale
Level | Pay Scale (Salary) | Grade Pay | Total Pay (Approx.) |
Level 1 of 7th CPC | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Basic Salary) | ₹ 1,900 | ₹18,000 – ₹22,000 |

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