Railway Recruitment Update: All departmental exams to move to CBT and TBT mode
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has ordered a major shift in how departmental exams are conducted. To make the hiring process faster and more transparent, all such exams will now move to Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. The Minister also directed officials to increase the use of Tablet Based Testing (TBT) to reduce delays and errors.
What is the difference between CBT and TBT
CBT requires candidates to take exams on desktop computers in large labs with full infrastructure. On the other hand, TBT uses handheld tablets that do not need a separate keyboard or mouse. TBT is more secure because questions are encrypted and loaded just minutes before the exam, which reduces the risk of paper leaks and cheating.
Recent recruitment data and official goals
The Railway Minister mentioned that the annual recruitment calendar received a positive response from candidates. In the 2025-26 financial year, Indian Railways completed recruitment for 47,084 vacancies across six categories and selected 43,781 candidates.
| Post Category | Vacancies Filled/Processed |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | 18,799 |
| Technician | 14,298 |
| Junior Engineer (JE)/DMS/CMA | 7,951 |
| Constable | 4,208 |
| Paramedical Staff | 1,376 |
| Sub-Inspector | 452 |
How will this change help candidates
The new system will allow the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) to hold exams in more centers, including remote areas. Since TBT needs less infrastructure, more students can take tests closer to their homes. The Minister also emphasized that the railway will now respond quickly to misinformation and maintain better communication with candidates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
CBT और TBT में मुख्य अंतर क्या है?
CBT डेस्कटॉप कंप्यूटर पर आधारित होता है जिसके लिए बड़े लैब चाहिए। TBT टैबलेट पर होता है, जिसमें पेपर लीक का खतरा कम होता है और इसे दूरदराज के इलाकों में आसानी से आयोजित किया जा सकता है।
वित्त वर्ष 2025-26 में कितनी नियुक्तियां हुईं?
भारतीय रेलवे ने 6 श्रेणियों में 47,084 रिक्तियों की प्रक्रिया पूरी की और कुल 43,781 उम्मीदवारों का चयन किया।