Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Massive Demand: Millions Apply for Indian Railway Jobs in 2024
A lot of people want to work for the Indian Railways!
In 2024, almost 2 crore people applied for about 64,000 jobs.
The government is hiring for many positions, including train helpers and technicians.
Some jobs are very competitive, with lots of people applying for each spot.
Exams have been given, and the results are coming out for different jobs.
Over 1.87 crore applications were received for 64,197 railway posts in 2024.
Recruitment for 1.08 lakh posts is ongoing, and 92,116 vacancies were announced.
Competition is high, with over 1,000 applicants per post for RPF Constables.
CBTs for 55,197 positions were conducted in four phases across multiple cities.
Results have been announced for categories including ALP, RPF, and JE/DMS/CMA.
- Who
- 1.87 crore applicants for various railway jobs.
- What
- High competition for railway jobs, with millions applying for limited positions.
- When
- In 2024
- Where
- Across India, for Indian Railway positions
- Why
- To fill vacancies and address staffing needs within the expanding Indian Railways.
- Applications Received
- 1.87 crore
- Total Openings
- 64,197
- Ongoing Recruitment
- 1.08 lakh posts
- Notified Vacancies
- 92,116
- RPF Constable Competition
- Over 1,076 applicants per post
Sources
Railway Jobs: 1.87 Crore Applied For 64,197 Vacancies In 2024, Shows Govt Data
RRB Ministerial & Isolated Posts CBT 2025 from September 10: Full Schedule & Guidelines Out
RRB NTPC Result 2025: How To Check Your CBT 1 Graduate Level Scores Online