The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) conducted recruitment for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) posts under CEN 05/2025.
The recruitment drive initially announced 2,569 vacancies, which were subsequently revised to 2,585 vacancies. The online application process started on 31 October 2025.
As of August 2026, this recruitment has progressed beyond the application stage. CBT-I was conducted in February 2026 and CBT-II was conducted in July 2026. Therefore, candidates should not treat this as a fresh application opportunity.
RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Advertisement | CEN 05/2025 |
| Posts | Junior Engineer, DMS & CMA |
| Revised Vacancies | 2,585 |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Age Limit | 18–33 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 31 October 2025 |
| Original Last Date | 30 November 2025 |
| Selection Process | CBT-I → CBT-II → DV → Medical |
| Job Location | Various Railway Zones across India |
The official notification specified Level 6 with an initial pay of ₹35,400 and an age range of 18–33 years as on 1 January 2026.
RRB JE Vacancy 2026
The recruitment originally notified 2,569 vacancies. Following subsequent revisions, the vacancy figure was increased to 2,585.
Revised Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1,096 |
| SC | 411 |
| ST | 221 |
| OBC | 620 |
| EWS | 246 |
| Total | 2,585 |
Vacancies are distributed among different RRBs and railway zones. The official notification states that vacancies are provisional and may be increased or decreased according to railway requirements.
Post-wise Vacancies
The recruitment covers several technical posts, including:
- Junior Engineer (JE)
- Junior Engineer – Information Technology
- Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
- Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
The exact discipline and zone-wise vacancies are provided in the Annexure-A and Annexure-B of CEN 05/2025.
RRB JE Eligibility 2026
Educational Qualification
The required qualification depends on the post and discipline.
Junior Engineer
Candidates generally require either:
- Three-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline, or
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology in the relevant discipline.
The qualification must be from a recognized institution/university and must satisfy the post-specific requirements.
Depot Material Superintendent
Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification specified for DMS in the official notification.
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant
Candidates require the prescribed science qualification with Physics and Chemistry as specified in the notification.
Important: Candidates who were awaiting their final qualifying examination results after the application closing date were not eligible under CEN 05/2025.
RRB JE Age Limit
The prescribed age range was:
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 33 years
The age was calculated as on 1 January 2026. Category-wise age relaxation was applicable according to Government of India rules.
RRB JE Salary 2026
Selected candidates are appointed at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Initial Basic Pay
₹35,400 per month
In addition to basic pay, railway employees receive applicable allowances and benefits according to railway rules.
The overall salary includes components such as:
- Basic Pay
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance, where applicable
- Transport Allowance
- Other admissible allowances
RRB JE Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of:
Stage 1 – CBT-I
CBT-I is a screening examination.
The paper generally consists of:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 90 minutes
For eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe, the applicable duration is extended according to RRB rules.
RRB JE CBT-II Exam Pattern
Candidates shortlisted from CBT-I appear for CBT-II.
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 |
| Basics of Computers & Applications | 10 |
| Basics of Environment & Pollution | 10 |
| Technical Abilities | 100 |
| Total | 150 |
Duration
120 minutes
The Technical Abilities section is based on the candidate's relevant engineering discipline/post.
RRB JE Syllabus
Mathematics
Important topics include:
- Number System
- BODMAS
- Decimals
- Fractions
- LCM
- HCF
- Ratio and Proportion
- Percentage
- Mensuration
- Time and Work
- Time and Distance
- Simple Interest
- Compound Interest
- Profit and Loss
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Statistics
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Important topics include:
- Analogies
- Alphabetical Series
- Number Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Mathematical Operations
- Relationships
- Syllogism
- Venn Diagrams
- Data Interpretation
- Analytical Reasoning
- Classification
- Directions
- Statement and Conclusions
General Awareness
Candidates should prepare:
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Indian Polity
- Indian Economy
- Indian Constitution
- Sports
- Awards
- Books and Authors
- Important Days
- Government Schemes
- Science & Technology
- Railways-related current affairs
General Science
General Science covers basic concepts of:
Physics
- Motion
- Force
- Work and Energy
- Heat
- Sound
- Light
- Electricity
- Magnetism
Chemistry
- Matter
- Atoms and Molecules
- Chemical Reactions
- Acids and Bases
- Metals and Non-Metals
- Carbon Compounds
Biology
- Cell
- Human Body
- Nutrition
- Diseases
- Reproduction
- Environment
- Ecology
Technical Abilities
The Technical Abilities section is the most important part of CBT-II for JE candidates.
The syllabus depends on the engineering discipline.
Major disciplines include:
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Computer Science / Information Technology
- Electronics & Communication
- Other notified technical disciplines
Candidates should follow the detailed discipline-wise syllabus in the official CEN.
RRB JE Selection Process 2026
The selection process includes:
1. CBT-I
Candidates first appear for the first-stage Computer Based Test.
2. CBT-II
Candidates shortlisted from CBT-I appear for the second-stage examination.
3. Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted after CBT-II are called for verification of original documents.
4. Medical Examination
Candidates must pass the prescribed railway medical examination.
Final Selection
The final appointment is subject to:
- Merit
- Vacancy
- Document verification
- Medical fitness
- Fulfilment of all eligibility conditions
The official recruitment process confirms CBT-I, CBT-II, Document Verification and Medical Examination as the major selection stages.
RRB JE 2026 Important Dates – CEN 05/2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | October 2025 |
| Application Start | 31 October 2025 |
| Application Closing | 30 November 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 2 December 2025 |
| CBT-I | 19, 20 & 25 February 2026 |
| CBT-I Result | 13 May 2026 |
| CBT-II | July 2026 |
| CBT-II Answer Key/Objection | July 2026 |
| DV & Medical | As per RRB schedule |
RRB's official regional notice confirms the CBT-I dates and subsequent CBT-II schedule/activities.
RRB JE Application Fee
The application fee prescribed under CEN 05/2025 was category-based.
Candidates should refer to the official notification/payment instructions for the applicable fee and refund provisions.
The application process for this recruitment is already closed.
How to Apply for RRB JE?
For CEN 05/2025, candidates had to submit their applications online through the official RRB application system.
The application window was:
31 October 2025 to 30 November 2025
The official notification specifically instructed candidates to apply online through the RRB websites/application link.
Important Note for Candidates
There are several websites currently using headlines such as “RRB JE Vacancy 2026 – 3993 Posts – Apply Start.”
Candidates should be careful before submitting any form or paying any fee.
The official RRB records I checked identify the current JE/DMS/CMA recruitment as CEN 05/2025, with the revised vacancy figure at 2,585, and its application process has already closed.
Therefore, do not publish 3,993 vacancies or a fresh August 2026 application date unless RRB releases a new official CEN confirming those details.
RRB JE Preparation Strategy
Candidates preparing for future RRB JE recruitment should focus on:
For CBT-I
- Mathematics
- Reasoning
- General Science
- General Awareness
For CBT-II
- Technical Subject
- Physics & Chemistry
- Computer Knowledge
- Environment
- General Awareness
The technical section should receive the highest preparation priority because it carries the largest share of CBT-II questions.
RRB JE FAQs
What is the RRB JE recruitment advertisement number?
The recruitment discussed here is CEN 05/2025.
How many vacancies were announced?
The recruitment initially announced 2,569 vacancies and was subsequently revised to 2,585 vacancies.
What is the salary of RRB JE?
The initial basic pay is ₹35,400, Pay Level 6.
What is the age limit?
The prescribed age range is 18–33 years, with applicable category-wise relaxation.
What is the RRB JE selection process?
CBT-I → CBT-II → Document Verification → Medical Examination
Is the RRB JE application currently open?
No. The CEN 05/2025 application window has already closed.
Has RRB JE CBT-I been conducted?
Yes. Official RRB notices show CBT-I was conducted in February 2026 and the CBT-I result was published in May 2026.
Has CBT-II been conducted?
Yes. RRB scheduled CBT-II for July 2026, and official regional RRB pages show CBT-II question/response/answer-key activities in July 2026.
Conclusion
The RRB JE/DMS/CMA recruitment under CEN 05/2025 is one of the major technical recruitment drives conducted by Railway Recruitment Boards.
The revised recruitment has 2,585 vacancies, with posts including Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant. The initial basic pay is ₹35,400 under Level 6.
However, candidates should note that applications for CEN 05/2025 are already closed and the recruitment has progressed to the later examination stages.
For future RRB JE vacancies, candidates should regularly monitor the official RRB websites and avoid unofficial recruitment links or claims about new vacancies until confirmed by an official CEN.
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