CEN (Centralized Employment Notification) No. 08/2024 is an official recruitment notification by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for various posts within Indian Railways. The recruitment aims to fill positions across multiple departments, including technical and non-technical roles, ensuring smooth operations of the railway system.
Detailed Description of Vacancies:
- Pointsman-B (5058)
A Pointsman-B is responsible for manually operating railway points (switches) to ensure trains move in the correct direction at junctions or intersections.
- Assistant (Track Machine) (799)
This role involves working with track maintenance machinery, ensuring the machinery operates efficiently for track repairs and upgrades.
- Assistant (Bridge) (301)
An Assistant (Bridge) supports bridge maintenance work, ensuring safety and proper functioning of railway bridges, including inspections and repairs.
- Track Maintainer Gr. IV (13187)
A Track Maintainer in this grade is responsible for the general maintenance and repair of railway tracks, ensuring safety and smooth operations.
- Assistant P-Way (247)
This position involves assisting in the maintenance and repair of permanent way (track), ensuring tracks are in good condition for train operations.
- Assistant (C&W) (2587)
The Assistant in this role assists in the maintenance of Coaches and Wagons (C&W), ensuring trains are in operational condition.
- Assistant TRD (1381)
This position involves assisting in the maintenance of electrical systems related to traction, including overhead lines and other electrical infrastructure for trains.
- Assistant (S&T) (2012)
An Assistant in Signal and Telecommunication (S&T) ensures that the signaling and communication systems used in train operations function effectively and safely.
- Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) (420)
This role involves assisting in the maintenance and repair of diesel locomotives at a loco shed to ensure their operational efficiency.
- Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) (950)
Similar to the diesel loco shed assistant, this role focuses on the maintenance of electric locomotives to ensure smooth operation and safety.
- Assistant Operations (Electrical) (744)
An Assistant Operations (Electrical) helps in managing the operations of electrical equipment and systems on the railway network, ensuring efficient functioning.
- Assistant TL & AC (1041)
This role involves assisting in the maintenance of traction and air-conditioning systems on trains, ensuring the systems work properly.
- Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) (624)
Similar to the above, but this position is focused on maintaining the systems within a workshop setting, likely focusing on repair and upkeep.
- Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) (3077)
This position involves working in a mechanical workshop, assisting in the maintenance, repair, and servicing of mechanical parts and systems used in railways.
Some of the key posts under this notification include Pointsman-B, Assistant (Track Machine), Track Maintainer Gr. IV, Assistant (C&W), and Assistant (S&T), among others. These roles are crucial for the maintenance of railway infrastructure, including tracks, locomotives, signaling systems, and bridges.
Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the written examination, which will assess their knowledge and skills relevant to the specific job roles. The notification invites applications from eligible candidates across the country, offering them a chance to work in the prestigious Indian Railways.
Successful candidates will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and growth of the Indian Railways network.
Qualification Required: 10th or 10th+ITI
