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RRB JE Recruitment 2025 (CEN 05/2025): 2569 Junior Engineer, DMS & CMA Posts – Apply Online from 30 November

Latest Update 2025: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the most awaited RRB JE 2025 Notification (CEN No. 05/2025) on 28th October 2025 for filling 2569 vacancies of Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, S&T), Junior Engineer (Information Technology), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) in Indian Railways.

This is the largest RRB JE recruitment drive of 2025 with posts in Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400). Online registration will start from 30-11-2025 and close on 29-12-2025 (23:59 hrs).

Download Official Notification: RRB JE CEN 05/2025 Full Notification PDF (82 Pages)

Recruitment Name: CEN 05/2025 – Recruitment of Junior Engineer, DMS & CMA 2025

Total 2569 Vacancies Announced Across 21 RRBs

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Notification Released	28 October 2025
Online Application Starts	30 November 2025
Last Date to Apply	29 December 2025 (23:59 hrs)
Fee Payment Last Date	29 December 2025
Application Modification Window	03-01-2026 to 12-01-2026
CBT-1 Exam (Tentative)	April – June 2026
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS	₹500/- (₹400 refunded after CBT-1)
SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-SM/Transgender/Minorities/EBC	₹250/- (Full refund after CBT-1)
Important Links
Apply Online (Live 30 Nov)	All RRB Websites
Official Notification PDF	Download CEN 05/2025 PDF
Join Community:	WhatsApp Telegram Reddit

Category-wise Total Vacancies – RRB JE 2025

UR	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total	ExSM	PwBD
1090	410	210	615	244	2569	227	144

Post-wise Eligibility & Educational Qualification

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Post Name	Qualification (as on 29-12-2025)	Age Limit (01-01-2026)
Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/S&T etc.)	3-year Diploma or B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline	18–36 Years (Relaxation: OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10)
Junior Engineer (Information Technology)	PGDCA / B.Sc (Computer Science) / BCA / B.Tech (IT/CS) / DOEACC ‘B’ Level
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)	3-year Diploma in any Engineering discipline
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)	Bachelors Degree in Science with Physics + Chemistry (min 45% marks)

RRB JE Salary 2025 (7th CPC Level-6)

RRB JE Level 6 Salary

7th CPC Pay Level 6Basic Pay: ₹35,400DA: 63% (central rate)

X Cities (Metro)

₹68,420

Estimated monthly in-hand

Y Cities (Urban)

₹61,946

Estimated monthly in-hand

Z Cities (Rural/Small)

₹58,406

Estimated monthly in-hand

Compensation Component	X Cities	Y Cities	Z Cities
Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances
+Basic Pay	₹35,400	₹35,400	₹35,400
+Dearness Allowance (DA @ 63%)	₹22,302	₹22,302	₹22,302
+House Rent Allowance (HRA)	₹10,620 (30%)	₹7,080 (20%)	₹3,540 (10%)
+Transport Allowance (TA + DA)	₹5,868	₹2,934	₹2,934
Total Gross Monthly Salary	₹74,190	₹67,716	₹64,176
Part 2: Deductions
-NPS Contribution (10% of Basic + DA)	₹5,770	₹5,770	₹5,770
Total Monthly Deductions	₹5,770	₹5,770	₹5,770
Estimated In-Hand (before income tax)	₹68,420	₹61,946	₹58,406

City classes (HRA): X = Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Greater Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune. Y and Z cities are as listed by the Department of Expenditure (OM 21.07.2015). HRA is not paid if you live in government quarters.
DA: 63% of basic pay, the central rate from 1 Jul 2026.
TA: The X column uses the higher rate for listed big cities. Y and Z use the rate for other places; some Y cities (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna) get the higher rate.
Medical: No CGHS deduction is shown. This employer is an autonomous body, defence-funded, Railways, Delhi Govt or a force with its own medical scheme. Check your appointment terms.
Not included: income tax (depends on your regime and declarations), group insurance (CGEGIS), professional tax and special allowances (e.g. NPA, MSP, risk or hardship allowances). Pay is for the entry cell; the official notification prevails.

Sources: DA OM 29.10.2026 · HRA OM 07.07.2017 · TA OM 07.07.2017 · PFRDA (NPS) · CGHS

Exam Pattern & Scheme – RRB JE 2025

Stage	Subjects	Questions	Marks	Duration	Negative
CBT-1	Maths, Reasoning, General Awareness, General Science	100	100	90 min	1/3
CBT-2	General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Computers, Environment, Technical Abilities	150	150	120 min	1/3

Syllabus Highlights – RRB JE 2025

CBT-1: Mathematics (Number system, BODMAS, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Probability), General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness (Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy), General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology up to 10th CBSE).

CBT-2 Technical: Civil (Building Materials, Surveying, Strength of Materials, Hydraulics), Electrical (Circuit Theory, Machines, Power Systems), Mechanical (Thermodynamics, IC Engines, Machine Design), Electronics & S&T (Analog/Digital Electronics, Communication, Signal Systems).

Selection Process – RRB JE 2025

Computer Based Test (CBT Stage-I)
Computer Based Test (CBT Stage-II)
Document Verification
Medical Examination (A-3/B-1/B-2/C-1 as per post)

How to Apply Online – Step by Step

Visit any RRB official website
Click “CEN 05/2025” → New Registration
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with Aadhaar-linked mobile
Fill application → Upload photo (35×45 mm) & signature
Pay fee → Submit → Save printout

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - RRB JE Recruitment 2025 (CEN 05/2025)

How many total vacancies are there in RRB JE 2025?

Total 2569 vacancies are announced under CEN 05/2025 for Junior Engineer, DMS, CMA & JE (IT) posts across all 21 RRBs.

When will RRB JE 2025 online application start?

Online application will start from 30 November 2025 and the last date to apply is 29 December 2025 (23:59 hrs).

What is the age limit for RRB JE 2025?

Age limit is 18 to 36 years as on 01-01-2026.
Relaxation: OBC → +3 years | SC/ST → +5 years | PwBD → +10 years

What is the salary of RRB Junior Engineer?

Pay Level-6 (7th CPC): ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Gross Salary: ₹66,000 – ₹73,000 | In-hand: ₹58,000 – ₹65,000 per month

Is there any exam for RRB JE 2025?

Yes, selection through:

CBT Stage-1 (100 marks)
CBT Stage-2 (150 marks)
Document Verification & Medical Exam

What is the application fee?

General/OBC/EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing CBT-1)
SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-SM/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: ₹250 (Full refund after CBT-1)

Can I apply from any RRB website?

Yes! Single online application valid for all RRBs. You can apply from any official RRB website.

When will RRB JE 2025 exam be conducted?

CBT-1 tentatively scheduled between April to June 2026. Official dates will be announced later.

Important Instructions for RRB JE 2025 Applicants

Read these instructions carefully before applying on any RRB website.

One application is sufficient for all RRBs – No need to apply separately.
Fee will be refunded only after appearing in CBT-1 exam.
Aadhaar-linked mobile number is mandatory for One-Time Registration (OTR).
Upload recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm) and running-hand signature in JPEG format.
Application modification allowed from 03-01-2026 to 12-01-2026 with correction fee.
Scribe facility available for PwBD candidates – Declare at application stage.
Keep original documents ready: Degree/Diploma, Caste certificate, PwBD certificate, etc.
False information or forged documents will lead to permanent debarment.
Check official RRB website regularly for exam city intimation & admit card.
Helpline: Use RRB regional helpline numbers or email for application issues.