GS-2PIB Daily22 July 2026pib.gov.in

Indian Railways Strengthens Workforce Through Mission-Mode Recruitment; Over 5.56 Lakh Recruitments Completed Since 2014 (Up to June 2026)

The article highlights Indian Railways' significant recruitment drive, completing over 5.56 lakh recruitments since 2014 and introducing an Annual Calendar from 2024 for Group 'C' posts. This initiative aims to strengthen the workforce, ensure transparency, provide more opportunities, and expedite the recruitment process for various positions like Assistant Loco Pilots, Technicians, and RPF personnel. The information was provided in Lok Sabha by the Union Minister for Railways.

The article highlights Indian Railways' significant recruitment drive, completing over 5.56 lakh recruitments since 2014 and introducing an Annual Calendar from 2024 for Group 'C' posts. This initiative aims to strengthen the workforce, ensure transparency, provide more opportunities, and expedite the recruitment process for various positions like Assistant Loco Pilots, Technicians, and RPF personnel. The information was provided in Lok Sabha by the Union Minister for Railways.

Exam linkage

GS Paper II: Governance (Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors), Social Justice (Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Human Resources).

Syllabus mapping

Indian Polity & GovernanceIndian Culture Art ArchitectureModern Indian HistoryIndian Society DiversityGlobalization Indian SocietyIndian Constitution