RRB Chennai Updates 2026

RRB Chennai Recruitment 2026: Complete Guide

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Chennai is one of the most prominent recruitment bodies under the Ministry of Railways. Established to serve the southern peninsula, it functions as the primary recruiting agency for the Southern Railway (SR) zone and the world-renowned Integral Coach Factory (ICF). Headquartered in Egmore, this board manages the selection of technical and non-technical staff for the major railway divisions and production units across Tamil Nadu.

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RRB Chennai Recruitment: The Complete Guide

RRB Chennai is distinct among railway boards because it recruits not just for operational train movement but also for massive manufacturing units. A selection here could mean working in the bustling Southern Railway divisions or joining the prestigious workforce at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Perambur.

RRB Chennai Jurisdiction & Divisions

RRB Chennai has a vast jurisdiction covering the state of Tamil Nadu. It recruits for the Headquarters, four operational divisions, and specialized workshops:

• Integral Coach Factory (ICF): Recruitment for Group ‘C’ staff for this premier production unit in Perambur, famous for manufacturing Vande Bharat Express coaches.
• Southern Railway Headquarters: Administrative roles at the Zonal HQ in Chennai.
• Chennai Division: The high-density division managing the suburban network and express trains in Northern Tamil Nadu.
• Madurai Division: Covers the southern cultural districts including Madurai, Tirunelveli, and Rameswaram.
• Salem Division: Covers the western industrial belt (Coimbatore, Erode, Salem).
• Tiruchchirappalli (Trichy) Division: Manages the central delta region of the state.

Major Technical Workshops:

• Loco Works & Carriage Wagon Works (Perambur): One of Asia’s oldest railway repair hubs.
• Golden Rock Workshop (GOC/Ponmalai): A vital diesel loco maintenance hub in Trichy.
• Signal & Telecommunication Workshop (Podanur): Specialized center for S&T equipment.

Major Recruitment Categories

RRB Chennai regularly conducts examinations for high-demand posts. Please refer to the ‘Latest Updates’ table above for active Notification Numbers (CEN) and direct links.

• RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories):
  • Graduate Level: High-profile posts like Station Master, Goods Guard, Commercial Apprentice, and Traffic Assistant (Metro).
  • Undergraduate Level: Roles like Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Trains Clerk.
• RRB Group D (Level-1): Large-scale recruitment for Track Maintainers, Helpers, and Workshop staff in the Engineering and Mechanical departments.
• RRB Technician: A massive category for RRB Chennai due to the high demand for skilled artisans in ICF, Perambur Loco Works, and Golden Rock Workshop.
• RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot): Technical recruitment for the driving crew responsible for operating prestigious trains like the Vande Bharat, Tejas, and Shatabdi.
• RPF Recruitment:
  • Sub-Inspector (SI): Executive security roles for law and order maintenance in Southern Railway.
  • Constable: Security personnel responsible for passenger safety.
• RRB JE (Junior Engineer): Supervisory roles for Diploma/Degree holders. This is a high-vacancy category for Chennai due to the multiple workshops requiring engineering supervision.
• RRB Section Controller: A critical traffic department role responsible for controlling train movements on the busy Chennai-Madurai-Kanyakumari routes.
• Paramedical Categories: Recruitment for the renowned Southern Railway Headquarters Hospital (Perambur) and divisional health units.
• Ministerial & Isolated Categories: Specialized posts such as Stenographers, Junior Translators, and Chief Law Assistants.

Contact Details & Address (Official)

For queries regarding medical boards, candidature status, or DV dates, use the official contact channels listed below.

• Office Address: Railway Recruitment Board, Chennai 5, Dr. P.V. Cherian Crescent Road, Behind Ethiraj College, Egmore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu – 600008
• Helpline & Contact:
  • Phone: 044-28275323
  • Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
  • Office Hours: 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM (Monday – Friday)
• Official Website: www.rrbchennai.gov.in

Selection Process & Documentation

The standard selection workflow involves Computer Based Tests (CBTs), followed by aptitude/skill tests and Document Verification (DV).

List of Documents Required for DV:

• Matriculation Certificate: Original proof of Date of Birth.
• Educational Qualifications: Original Marksheets and Certificates (10+2/Diploma/Degree/ITI/NAC).
• Community Certificate: Central Government format for SC/ST/OBC-NCL.
• Aadhaar Card: Original ID for biometric verification.
• NOC: Mandatory for current Government/PSU employees.
• Admit Card Stubs: The counterfoils of e-call letters from CBT stages.

Stay Alert for RRB Chennai Updates

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