The RRB JE CBT 2 Exam, which was scheduled on 22nd April 2025, has seen the cancellation of its 2nd shift due to technical errors. The New Exam Date for the RRB JE CBT 2 has been announced and candidates can now download their Admit Card. This recruitment drive is being conducted to fill 7,951 vacancies for posts like Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant, and Supervisors.
RRB JE Recruitment 2024
Through this recruitment, the Railway Recruitment Board will fill Junior Engineer positions across various streams and departments. After reviewing the basic exam information, candidates should familiarize themselves with all relevant details of the recruitment process to ensure they are well-prepared.
| RRB JE Recruitment 2024 Overview |
| Name of the Examination |
RRB Junior Engineer Exam |
| Name of the Posts |
Junior Engineer (JE), Junior Engineer (IT), Depot Materials Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Conducting Authority |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
| Advertisement Number |
CEN No. 03/2024 |
| RRB JE Notification 2024 |
27th July 2024 (Released) |
| Job Category |
Govt Jobs 2025 |
| Exam Type Level |
All India Level |
| RRB JE 2024 Vacancies |
7951 (New) |
| RRB JE 2024 Selection Process |
Computer-Based Test Stage I, Computer-Based Test Stage II, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Official Website |
indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB JE CBT 2 Exam Date Out
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced the Exam Date for the cancelled Exam of the 2nd shift of the 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT 2) held on 22nd April 2025 for various posts like Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) under CEN No. 03/2024. The Exam will now conduct on June 4, 2025.
RRB JE Exam 2025
According to the official notification, the RRB JE CBT-II exam will be conducted on April 22, 2025 (Tuesday). This exam is a crucial step for candidates who have successfully cleared the 1st stage of the recruitment process.
| S. No. |
CEN No. |
Post |
Type of Exam |
Exam Date |
| 1. |
CEN No. 03/2024 |
Various posts of JE, DMS, CMA, etc. |
CBT-II |
04/06/2025 |
RRB JE Exam 2025 Key Guidelines
- Exam City and Travel Authority Link: The link for viewing the exam city and date will be available 10 days before the exam. SC/ST candidates can also download their Travel Authority from the official RRB websites during this period.
- Download of E-Call Letters: Candidates can download their E-Call letters (admit cards) 4 days before the exam date. It is essential to regularly check the official RRB websites to stay updated.
- Aadhaar-Based Biometric Authentication: To ensure a secure and transparent process, Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will be conducted at the exam center. Candidates must carry either their original Aadhaar card or a printout of their e-verified Aadhaar for verification. Candidates are also advised to authenticate their Aadhaar details in advance by logging in at www.rrbapply.gov.in to avoid last-minute issues.
RRBJE CBT 2 Admit Card 2025
The RRB JE Admit Card 2025 served as an essential document for candidates appearing in the Junior Engineer (JE) exam conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB). It acted as an entry pass to the examination hall, containing important details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam center, date, and reporting time. The admit card has been released on May 31, 2025 for the Exam scheduled on June 4, 2025.
Click Here to Download RRB JE CBT 2 Admit Card 2025 [Active]
RRB JE CBT 2 Answer Key 2025
The RRB JE Answer Key 2025 will be released on the official RRB website for the Junior Engineer exam to be conducted on June 4, 2025. Candidates can use the answer key to verify their responses, estimate their scores, and raise objections if necessary within the specified time frame.
Click Here to check RRB JE Answer Key 2024 [Active Soon]
RRB JE Result 2025
The RRB JE Result 2024-25 for CBT 1 is expected to be released between Last Week of June and Starting Week of July 2025 on the official website of the Railway Recruitment Board. Candidates can check their qualifying status and marks obtained by logging in with their credentials, once the result is released. The result will also include cut-off details for further selection stages.
RRB JE Application Status 2024
The Railway Recruitment Board released the RRB JE Application Status 2024 for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) on its official website, allowing candidates to check the acceptance or rejection of their application forms. The online link to check the application status was active from 23rd October 2024. The exam has now been conducted successfully, and candidates are currently awaiting the release of the official answer key and results.
Click Here to Check RRB JE Application Status (Inactive)
RRB JE Notification 2024
Candidates can find the complete details for RRB JE 2024 in the PDF published on 27th July 2024. The notification includes information on the selection process, eligibility criteria, and key dates. Candidates are advised to download this notification and go through it for a clearer understanding of the RRB JE Recruitment 2024.
RRB JE Notification 2024 – Click Here to download the Notification
RRB JE 2024: Important Dates
The Railway Recruitment Board has released the exam date for Junior Engineer posts on the official web portal. To stay informed and updated about all crucial dates, candidates should refer to the official notification PDF. The table below outlines important dates related to RRB JE 2024 recruitment, including registration deadlines and exam schedules.
RRB JE Vacancy 2025
The Railway Recruitment Board has announced a total of 7,951 vacancies. Among these, 7,934 are for the positions of Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant. Additionally, 17 vacancies are available for the roles of Chemical Supervisor and Research and Metallurgical Supervisor across various departments. The post-wise vacancy distribution is detailed below.
| RRB JE Vacancy |
| Name Of The Posts |
Vacancy Details |
| Junior Engineer (JE) |
7934 |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Metallurgical Supervisor Research |
17 |
| Chemical Supervisor Research |
| Total |
7951 |
RRB JE Region-Wise Vacancy
Candidates can check the RRB JE region-wise vacancy in the below table. The vacancies are categorized according to the respective categories.
| RRB |
UR |
SC |
ST |
OBC |
EWS |
Total |
| Ahmedabad |
149 |
53 |
24 |
107 |
49 |
382 |
| Ajmer |
268 |
61 |
27 |
109 |
64 |
529 |
| Bengaluru |
174 |
58 |
33 |
89 |
43 |
397 |
| Bhopal |
239 |
62 |
35 |
98 |
51 |
485 |
| Bhubaneshwar |
76 |
20 |
17 |
36 |
26 |
175 |
| Bilaspur |
238 |
65 |
25 |
103 |
41 |
472 |
| Chandigarh |
150 |
43 |
29 |
88 |
46 |
356 |
| Chennai |
273 |
91 |
54 |
147 |
87 |
652 |
| Gorakhpur |
108 |
46 |
25 |
55 |
25 |
259 |
| Guwahati |
93 |
37 |
15 |
57 |
23 |
225 |
| Jammu – Srinagar |
125 |
23 |
16 |
52 |
35 |
251 |
| Kolkata |
320 |
96 |
66 |
114 |
64 |
660 |
| Malda |
74 |
19 |
10 |
41 |
19 |
163 |
| Mumbai |
596 |
203 |
89 |
346 |
143 |
1377 |
| Muzaffarpur |
4 |
2 |
0 |
4 |
1 |
11 |
| Patna |
95 |
39 |
18 |
62 |
33 |
247 |
| Prayagraj |
213 |
50 |
37 |
70 |
34 |
404 |
| Ranchi |
70 |
20 |
13 |
46 |
18 |
167 |
| Secunderabad |
248 |
104 |
45 |
130 |
63 |
590 |
| Siliguri |
17 |
5 |
1 |
4 |
1 |
28 |
| Thiruvananthapuram |
45 |
18 |
10 |
32 |
16 |
121 |
| Total |
3575 |
1115 |
589 |
1790 |
882 |
7951 |
RRB JE 2024 Apply Online
The online application process for RRB JE Recruitment 2024 has been completed. The exam was successfully conducted from 16th to 18th December 2024. Candidates who appeared for the exam are now awaiting the release of the results. For the latest updates, candidates are advised to regularly visit the official website of RRB.
RRB JE 2024 Correction Window
The correction window for the RRB JE 2024 recruitment has been closed on 8th September 2024. Candidates who had applied for the Junior Engineer positions must have rectified any mistakes in their applications before this date. The candidates need to keep the updated version of their application copies, as this updated application will be required during the document verification process. By keeping the updated application copy, candidates will be able to smoothly navigate the document verification stage of the RRB JE 2024 recruitment process.
RRB JE Application Fee
Candidates applying for the RRB JE 2024 Recruitment will need to pay a certain amount to complete their application process. The fee structure varies category-wise. Refer to the table below for detailed information on the application fees for each category.
| Category |
Application Fee |
| UR/OBC/EWS |
Rs. 500 (₹ 400 will be refunded on appearing in 1st Stage CBT) |
| SC/ST |
Rs. 250 (₹ 250 will be refunded on appearing in 1st Stage CBT) |
| EX-Servicemen/PwD/Female |
Rs. 250 (₹ 250 will be refunded on appearing in 1st Stage CBT) |
| Note: Only candidates who attend 1st stage CBT will get a refund of their examination fee as mentioned above. |
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RRB JE Eligibility
Candidates wishing to apply for the RRB JE Recruitment 2024 must meet the basic eligibility criteria outlined in the official notification PDF. To qualify for the Junior Engineer (JE) positions, candidates need to adhere to specific age limits and educational qualifications. Check the details below to ensure you meet these requirements.
Educational Qualification
Check post-wise educational qualifications in the table below.
| RRB JE Post Name |
RRB JE Educational Qualification |
| Junior Engineer (JE) |
Diploma/Degree in Engineering |
| Junior Engineer (IT) |
PGDCA/B.Sc/B.Tech/BCA in Computer Science or IT |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) |
Diploma/Degree in Engineering |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
45% marks in the Bachelor’s Degree (Science) with Physics and Chemistry |
Note:- Candidates in the final year of their degree/diploma are NOT eligible to apply for the RRB JE 2024 Recruitment examination.
Age Limit (as of 01.01.2025)
The candidates should ensure that their age falls within the age range mentioned in the notification as ‘Born not earlier than’ and ‘Born not after than’ dates. The age limit criteria for RRB JE 2024 are as follows:
- The minimum age limit to apply for the post is 18 years, whereas the maximum age limit is 36 years.
Age Relaxation for RRB JE Recruitment
Age relaxation for different categories provided by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is given below.
RRB JE Recruitment: Selection Process
The RRB JE 2024 Selection Process includes four stages, and every candidate who wishes to get selected for any post of RRB Junior Engineer must qualify for all the stages which are mentioned below.
The RRB JE Recruitment 2024 will consist of two phases, both of which are Computer-Based Tests (CBTs) with objective questions. The first phase, CBT-I, will last for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Candidates who pass this phase will move on to CBT-II, which has a duration of 2 hours.
RRB JE Exam Pattern for CBT 1 Exam
The CBT-I exam for RRB JE Recruitment 2024 is qualifying in nature. Candidates will need to answer 100 questions, each worth 1 mark, within 90 minutes. The questions will be divided into four sections: Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science.
| Subjects |
Total Number of Questions |
Marks allotted for each section |
Duration |
| Mathematics |
30 |
30 |
90 Minutes |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
| General Awareness |
15 |
15 |
| General Science |
30 |
30 |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
RRB JE Exam Pattern for CBT 2
In the RRB JE 2025 CBT-II, the subjects covered will include General Awareness, Physics and Chemistry, Basic Knowledge of Computer Applications, Fundamentals of Environmental and Pollution, and Technical Abilities.
- It comprises a total of 150 questions.
- The total marks for CBT-II will be 150 marks
- The time duration of RRB JE 2025 CBT-2 will be 120 minutes.
| RRB JE 2025 Exam Pattern – Paper 2 |
| Sr. No. |
Subjects |
No. Of Questions |
Duration |
| 1 |
General Awareness |
15 |
120 Minutes |
| 2 |
Physics & Chemistry |
15 |
| 3 |
Computer Application Basics |
10 |
| 4 |
Environment & Pollution (Basics) |
10 |
| 5 |
Technical Ability |
100 |
| Total |
150 |
RRB JE Syllabus
Candidates preparing for the RRB JE CBT-1 and CBT-2 exams should familiarize themselves with the detailed syllabus and exam pattern for each paper. The official notification provides a topic-wise syllabus for both stages. Understanding the syllabus will help candidates create a focused and effective study plan for the selection process.
| Parts |
Subject |
Topics |
| Part 1 |
General Knowledge |
- Current affairs
- Indian Geography
- Culture and history of India including the freedom struggle
- Indian Polity and Constitution
- Indian Economy
- Environmental issues concerning India and the World,
- Sports
- General technological developments
- General Scientific developments
|
| Part 2 |
General Science |
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology or Life Sciences
|
| Part 3 |
General Aptitude (Mathematics) |
- Number system – BODMAS
- Decimals & Fractions
- LCM and HCF
- Ratio and Proportions
- Percentages
- Mensuration
- Time and Work
- Time and Distance
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Profit and Loss
- Algebra
- Geometry and Trigonometry
- Age Problems
- Clock Questions
- Pipes and Cisterns questions
|
| Part 4 |
General Reasoning |
- Analogies
- Alphabetical and Number Series
- Coding and Decoding
- Mathematical operations
- Relationships
- Syllogism
- Jumbling
- Venn Diagram
- Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency
- Conclusions and Decision-Making
- Similarities and Difference
- Analytical reasoning
- Classification
- Directions
- Statement – Arguments and Assumptions
|
| Part 5 |
Basics Knowledge of Computers |
- Computers and their architecture
- Input & Output devices
- MS Office
- Storage devices
- Operating Systems
- Internet and Email
- Websites & Web Browsers
- Networking
- Computer Virus
|
| Part 6 |
Fundamentals of Environment |
- Basics of Environment
- The adverse effects of environmental pollution
- Pollution control strategies
- Types of pollution
- Waste Management
- Global warming
- Acid rain
- Ozone depletion
|
| Part 7 |
Technical Abilities |
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
|
RRB JE Salary
The RRB Junior Engineer Salary and the salary of other posts like Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) falls in the range between Rs.35400 – Rs.112400. The grade pay and Pay band of RRB JE Salary 2025 is mentioned in below table:
| Name of the Post |
Pay Level in 7th CPC |
Pay Band |
Grade pay |
| Junior Engineer (JE) |
Level 6 |
Rs.35400 – Rs.112400 |
Rs. 4,200 |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Chemical Supervisor |
Level 7 |
| Research and Metallurgical Supervisor |
– |
– |
RRB JE Previous Year Papers
The CBT 2 examination dates for RRB JE Recruitment 2025 are March 19th and 20th, 2025. Candidates appearing for the exam must learn and revise their topics by solving the RRB JE Previous Year Question Papers. These papers will help them practice last year’s questions and will build up their confidence in solving papers as well.
RRB JE 2025 Cut Off
RRB JE cut-off marks are the minimum scores required for candidates to pass each stage of the exam and proceed to the next phase or secure final selection. The Railway Recruitment Board will release the cut-off marks separately for each stage of the selection process. These cut-offs can vary by region due to differences in the number of candidates and exam shifts. For more details on the RRB JE Cut-Off 2024, refer to the link below.
RRB JE Cut-Off 2025
RRB JE 2025 Website List
There are a total of 21 regions in the Railway Recruitment Board for which the announcement of vacancies has been done. Candidates can refer to the below table and understand the names and their official regional websites.
| Region |
Official Website |
| Ahmedabad |
https://www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in/ |
| Chennai |
https://www.rrbchennai.gov.in/ |
| Muzaffarpur |
https://www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in/ |
| Ajmer |
https://www.rrbajmer.gov.in/ |
| Gorakhpur |
https://www.rrbgkp.gov.in/ |
| Patna |
https://www.rrbpatna.gov.in/ |
| Bengaluru |
https://www.rrbbnc.gov.in/ |
| Guwahati |
https://www.rrbguwahati.gov.in/ |
| Prayagraj |
https://rrbald.gov.in/ |
| Bhopal |
https://rrbbhopal.gov.in/ |
| Jammu-Srinagar |
https://www.rrbjammu.nic.in/ |
| Ranchi |
https://www.rrbranchi.gov.in/ |
| Bhubaneswar |
https://www.rrbbbs.gov.in/ |
| Kolkata |
https://www.rrbkolkata.gov.in/ |
| Secunderabad |
https://rrbsecunderabad.gov.in/ |
| Bilaspur |
https://rrbbilaspur.gov.in/ |
| Malda |
https://www.rrbmalda.gov.in/ |
| Siliguri |
https://www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in/ |
| Chandigarh |
https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/ |
| Mumbai |
https://rrbmumbai.gov.in/ |
| Thiruvananthapuram |
https://rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in/ |
