RRB JE 2025 — Notification released for 2,569 vacancies
Complete guide: important dates, vacancy distribution, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, pay details and how to apply online for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical & Metallurgical posts.
Official Notification (What’s new)
The Railway Recruitment Boards have published the detailed RRB JE Notification 2025 (CEN 05/2025) announcing 2,569 vacancies across technical posts. Candidates holding the required engineering qualifications should review the notification carefully before applying.
Official PDFs (English / Hindi) are available on the regional RRB websites and the central portal. Ensure you download and read the document fully to check post-wise eligibility and zone preferences.
Exam Summary — At a glance
| Organiser | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
|---|---|
| Posts | Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical Supervisor & Metallurgical Assistant |
| Vacancies | 2569 |
| Advt. No. | CEN 05/2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Window | 31 Oct — 30 Nov 2025 |
| Selection | CBT-I → CBT-II → Document Verification → Medical |
| Approx. Pay | ₹35,400 (Level 6); some posts at Level 7 (₹44,900) |
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed notification published | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Online registration opens | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Last date to apply | 30 Nov 2025 |
| Fee payment window | 03 – 12 Dec 2025 |
| Correction window | 13 – 17 Dec 2025 |
Vacancy distribution (zone-wise summary)
The table below gives a zone-wise category breakup. Use the official notification for post-wise and discipline-wise vacancy counts.
| Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 68 | 22 | 19 | 39 | 12 | 151 |
| Ajmer | 20 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 40 |
| Bengaluru | 40 | 14 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 80 |
| Bhopal | 27 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 4 | 58 |
| Kolkata | 264 | 87 | 58 | 160 | 59 | 628 |
| Mumbai | 174 | 70 | 35 | 110 | 45 | 434 |
| … | … | … | … | … | … | 2569 |
Eligibility & Age Limits
Different posts carry different educational requirements. Below are the essential criteria at a glance.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | Diploma or Degree in relevant Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, S&T, Civil etc.) |
| Depot Material Superintendent | Diploma/Degree in Engineering (any discipline) |
| Chemical & Metallurgical | B.Sc. (Physics & Chemistry) with minimum 55% marks |
Age (as on 01-01-2026)
General: 18–33 years. Category relaxations apply as per government rules (OBC +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD additional relaxation, ex-servicemen concessions, etc.). Refer to the official notification for full details.
How to Apply — Online
Applications must be submitted through the official portal only. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official application website: rrbapply.gov.in
- Register using a valid email and mobile number
- Complete the online form, upload documents and pay the required fee
- Submit and save the application/print confirmation
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/Minorities/EWS | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen/PwBDs/Female/Transgender | ₹250 |
Payments are accepted online. Fee refund policies (if any) will be as per the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection comprises four stages — two computer-based tests followed by document verification and a medical exam. Candidates must qualify each stage to move forward.
- CBT-I (Screening)
- CBT-II (Detailed/Technical)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern — CBT Details
Both CBTs use objective (MCQ) format. Negative marking: one-third (⅓) mark for each wrong answer.
CBT-I (90 minutes)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 30 | 30 |
CBT-II (120 minutes)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 | 15 |
| Basics of Computers | 10 | 10 |
| Environment & Pollution | 10 | 10 |
| Technical Subject | 100 | 100 |
Syllabus Overview
Syllabus covers technical topics (discipline-specific), basic mathematics, logical reasoning, general science (up to 10th standard) and current affairs. The detailed syllabus for each technical stream is in the official PDF.
- Mathematics: Number systems, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, mensuration, ratio & proportion, time & work, percentages.
- Reasoning: Analogies, series, coding/decoding, syllogism, blood relations, directions, puzzles, data interpretation.
- General Awareness: Current affairs, Indian polity, basic economy, geography, environment.
- General Science: Fundamental concepts from Physics, Chemistry & Biology (10th level).
Pay & Perks
| Post | Pay Level | Indicative Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical / Metallurgical Supervisor | Level 7 | ₹44,900 (approx) |
| Junior Engineer / DMS / Assistants | Level 6 | ₹35,400 (approx) |
In addition to basic pay, employees receive allowances such as DA, HRA and other benefits as per Railway rules.
Admit Card
Hall tickets will be issued on the official RRB portal. Download instructions:
- Visit the official RRB site
- Login with registration number and date of birth
- Download and print the admit card
Cut Offs — What to expect
Qualifying marks are usually published after CBT-I. Expected minimums (indicative): 40% — General, 30% — OBC/SC, 25% — ST. Zone-wise cutoffs vary; past year data can be used for reference.
Sample cutoffs (2019)
| Zone | Gen | SC | ST | OBC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 53.25 | 35.06 | 41.59 | 39.86 |
| Allahabad | 74.67 | 59.89 | 51.48 | 62.61 |
| Mumbai | 65.40 | 52.55 | 44.02 | 54.01 |
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