Vacancy Snapshot

The Centralised Employment Notice CEN No. 05/2025 notifies recruitment for Junior Engineer (various disciplines), Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant. The total notified vacancies across all RRBs are approximately 2,569. Vacancy distribution by RRB/zone and post-wise details are published in Annexure-B of the official notification.

Top posts & pay

• Junior Engineer (multiple engineering streams) — Pay Level 6 (7th CPC) — Initial pay ₹35,400 (as per notification).
• Depot Material Superintendent — Stores cadre (various RRBs) — pay & details in Annexure A/B.
• Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant — select RRBs (CMA posts in workshops/production units).

Note: Vacancies shown are provisional and may increase/decrease depending on Railway requirements; always cross-check the RRB-wise vacancy table in Annexure-B.

Eligibility — who can apply?

• Nationality: Citizen of India or other categories specified in the CEN (Nepal/Bhutan/others with certificate of eligibility).
• Educational qualification: Prescribed trade/engineering or diploma/degree as per post (see Annexure-A post parameters). Candidates must possess the required qualification on or before the closing date 30.11.2025; candidates awaiting final results are NOT eligible.
• Age limit: Varies by post — base example: 18–33 years as on 01.01.2026 for many posts (check Annexure for post-wise age limits and relaxations). Relaxations apply for OBC/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen per rules.
• Medical standards: Different posts need different standards (A-3, B-1, C-1 etc.). Candidates must ensure they meet the medical standard for the selected post.

Pro tip: Read Annexure-A and Annexure-B in the official PDF before applying — mismatch in qualification or chosen post is a common rejection reason.

Application Process — step-by-step

1. Visit the official RRB apply portal or the RRB website for your region (links in Para 16.0 of the CEN).
2. Create an account (if not already created earlier for RRB portals). Details filled in 'Create an Account' cannot be changed later — be precise.
3. Login and fill the online application form, choose one RRB only and indicate post preference(s)/zone options. Multiple applications across RRBs will be rejected.
4. Upload required documents — recent live photograph, signature (JPG/JPEG), and other mandated scanned certificates as per specs (see Para 14.5 & 14.5.1).
5. Pay application fee online (UPI/debit/credit/netbanking). Submit before 02.12.2025 (fee payment deadline).
6. Submit and print final application for your records. Use the modification window (03–12 Dec) only for permitted fields and pay modification fee if required.

Warning from RRB: Multiple applications or minor tweaks to create duplicate entries lead to outright rejection and debarment. Follow the portal instructions exactly.

Application Fee & Refund

• General candidates: ₹500 (of which ₹400 refundable after appearing in Stage-1 CBT subject to bank charges).
• SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC: ₹250 (of which ₹250 refundable on appearing in Stage-1 CBT subject to charges).
• Refunds will be processed to the bank account details provided in application. Incorrect bank details may forfeit refund.

Selection Process

1. Computer Based Test (CBT-1).
2. Computer Based Test (CBT-2) — post/discipline specific for certain posts (refer Annexure and CEN para for exact selection stages by post).
3. Skill / Typing test where applicable (for clerical/typist mapped posts only).
4. Document Verification (DV) — shortlisted candidates only; original documents required.
5. Medical Examination as per Railway Medical standards — failing medical fitness for the opted post leads to non-appointment.

Shortlisting for DV will be RRB-wise at the rate of 1:1 of vacancies for that RRB based on merit in CBT; normalization will be done for multiple shifts.

Documents To Keep Ready (for application & DV)

• Matriculation/10th certificate (DOB proof)
• Educational qualification certificates (diploma/degree/marksheets)
• Caste / category certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/EBC) — in the prescribed Annexure formats.
• PwBD certificate / Ex-serviceman certificate (if claiming benefits)
• Recent passport photographs, scanned signature (JPG/JPEG), photo ID proofs (Aadhaar/Passport etc.) — follow size & format specs in the CEN.

Documents not in English/Hindi should be accompanied by self-attested translations. Do not delay — missing originals at DV will forfeit candidature.

Medical Standards & PwBD Guidelines (summary)

Medical standards (A-3, B-1, C-1 etc.) are post-specific. PwBD suitability, allowed sub-categories and scribe rules are detailed in Para 11.0 & Annexures. Candidates with LASIK or other specific conditions must check the detailed IRMM notes in the CEN.

Common Reasons Applications Get Rejected (so don’t do these)

• Multiple applications / applying to multiple RRBs — immediate rejection & debarment.
• Wrong DOB (not matching matriculation certificate) — disqualification.
• Poor photo/signature quality or wrong format — cause for rejection.
• Claiming reservation/relaxation without valid certificate or certificate not in prescribed format — claim will be rejected at DV.

How to Prepare — CBT Strategy

Smart plan (4–8 weeks): The JE CBTs test technical knowledge (discipline-specific) plus general awareness, arithmetic & reasoning. Break strategy into:

• Week 1–2: Syllabus mapping & basics — download Annexure-VII syllabus per exam group and mark must-cover topics.
• Week 3–5: Topic drills — past year papers, topic tests, timed quizzes for speed & accuracy (negative marking present: −1/3rd per wrong answer).
• Week 6–8: Full mock tests under exam conditions, revise weak topics, and checklist for DV docs & medical.

Exam tip: Practice normalization effect — focus on accuracy over blind attempts. There’s strict negative marking.

Official Links & Quick Actions

Helpline (as per CEN): Email — rrb.help@csc.gov.in | Phone — 9592001188 / 01725653333.

Frequently Asked Questions — RRB JE / DMS / CMA (CEN 05/2025)

Final Checklist Before Clicking “Submit”

• Your name & DOB match your Matric/10th certificate exactly.
• You uploaded a live photo & signature in the specified formats.
• You chose only one RRB and marked your post preferences properly.
• Valid caste/EWS/OBC/PwBD certificates (if applicable) are ready in prescribed formats (issued within required dates).
• Bank details for refund are correct (IFSC, account no.).