The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the much-awaited notification for the recruitment of Junior Engineer (JE) posts across the Indian Railways. The recruitment drive for RRB JE 2025 aims to fill a total of 2570 vacancies in various technical and non-technical categories, including Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). The notification was officially released on September 29, 2025, and the online application window is set to open shortly. Candidates are strongly advised to mark the important dates and prepare for the selection process.
RRB Junior Engineer (JE) 2025 Notification
| Recruiting Board | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Posts | 2570 |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (JE) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date To Apply | October 31st, 2025 |
| Selection Process | Check Notification |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Junior Engineer (JE) 2025 Notification Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the minimum eligibility criteria laid out by the Railway Recruitment Board.
Educational Qualification (Minimum)
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Junior Engineer (JE) | Diploma or B.E/B.Tech in the relevant Engineering discipline. |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | Diploma or B.E/B.Tech in any Engineering discipline. |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics and Chemistry with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks. |
Age Limit (As on a specified date, likely January 1, 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age (General/UR) |
| General (UR)/EWS | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 Years | 36 Years (33 + 3 years relaxation) |
| SC/ST | 18 Years | 38 Years (33 + 5 years relaxation) |
Selection Process
The RRB JE selection process is comprehensive and typically involves four stages. The final merit list is generally prepared solely on the marks obtained in the CBT Stage-II examination:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – I: Screening Test
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – II: Final Merit Test
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
RRB JE CBT-I Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 90 Minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| General Science | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
How to Apply for RRB JE 2025
The application process is conducted entirely online. Follow these steps when the portal opens on October 31, 2025:
- Visit the official regional RRB website you wish to apply to.
- Click on the link for “RRB JE Recruitment CEN 05/2025.”
- Complete the initial registration with your basic details.
- Fill out the detailed application form with educational and personal information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the requisite application fee online.
- Review and submit the final application form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Notification | Check Here |
| Apply Here | Check Here |
