RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2025

CEN No. RBE/2025/JE-DMS-CMA

Brief Description

The Government of India, Ministry of Railways, through the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), has announced a Centralized Employment Notification for the recruitment of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). This massive recruitment drive aims to fill 7911 vacancies across various zonal railways and production units. The selection process involves a two-stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination. This is a significant opportunity for candidates with a Diploma or Degree in Engineering to join the Indian Railways.

Important Dates

Apply Start Date 29/08/2025
Apply Last Date 28/09/2025
1st Stage CBT Nov - Dec 2025
2nd Stage CBT Feb - Mar 2026

Application Fee

General / OBC ₹ 500/-
SC / ST / Ex-S / PwBD / Female / Transgender / EBC / Minorities ₹ 250/-

Note: For General/OBC candidates, ₹400/- will be refunded after appearing in the 1st Stage CBT. For all other categories, the full fee of ₹250/- will be refunded.

Payment Mode:

  • The fee can be paid online through Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI.

Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025)

Candidates must be between 18 to 33 years of age. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST - 5 years, OBC - 3 years) as per government rules.

Vacancy Details Total: 7911 Posts

Post Name
Total Posts
Junior Engineer (JE)
7346
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
227
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
338

Eligibility Criteria

Junior Engineer (JE)

  • Three years Diploma in the relevant Engineering discipline OR a combination of various streams of Engineering disciplines from a recognized University/Institute.

Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)

  • Three years Diploma in any Engineering discipline from a recognized University/Institute.

Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)

  • Bachelor's Degree in Science with Physics and Chemistry with a minimum of 45% marks.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

StagesCBT-1, CBT-2, DV, Medical
Negative MarkingYes, 1/3rd Mark for each wrong answer

1st Stage CBT (Common for all)100 Marks / 90 Mins

  • Mathematics: 30 Questions
  • General Intelligence & Reasoning: 25 Questions
  • General Awareness: 15 Questions
  • General Science: 30 Questions

2nd Stage CBT150 Marks / 120 Mins

  • General Awareness: 15 Questions
  • Physics & Chemistry: 15 Questions
  • Basics of Computers and Applications: 10 Questions
  • Basics of Environment and Pollution Control: 10 Questions
  • Technical Abilities (Relevant to the post): 100 Questions

Salary / Pay Scale

Post GroupGroup 'C'
Pay LevelLevel-6
Initial Pay₹ 35,400/-

How to Apply

  1. Candidates can apply online only through the official websites of the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs).
  2. Read the detailed Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) carefully before applying.
  3. Create an account and fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
  4. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents.
  5. Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway.
  6. Submit the final application form before the deadline of 28/09/2025.

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