RRB CEN 05/2025: Junior Engineer, DMS & CMA Recruitment 2025-26
2569 Posts | Pay Level 6 (Rs 35,400) | Diploma in Engineering | Apply Online by 30 Nov 2025
CEN No. 05/2025 | Published: 04 October 2025
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Last Date: 30 November 2025 (11:59 PM)
Total Posts2569
Age Limit18-33 Years
Pay LevelLevel 6
Initial PayRs 35,400
RRB CEN 05/2025 Recruitment: Railway Recruitment Boards (All RRBs) invite online applications for 2569 posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) across various Railway Zones and Production Units. Diploma holders in Engineering can apply online from 31 October to 30 November 2025. Selection through Computer Based Tests (CBT-I & CBT-II), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice in Employment News | 04 October 2025 |
| Online Application Opening Date | 31 October 2025 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 30 November 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 02 December 2025 |
| Modification Window (with Rs 250 fee) | 03-12 December 2025 |
| Scribe Details Submission Window | 13-17 December 2025 |
| CBT-I Exam Date | To be announced on RRB websites |
| CBT-II Exam Date | After CBT-I result |
Vacancy Details - 2569 Posts
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Various Disciplines) | Approx. 2400 | Level 6 |
| Depot Material Superintendent | Approx. 140 | Level 6 |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant | Approx. 29 | Level 6 |
| Grand Total (All RRBs) | 2569 | Level 6 |
Category-wise Reservation: UR - 1090, SC - 410, ST - 210, OBC-NCL - 615, EWS - 244 | Ex-Servicemen - 227 posts | PwBD (HI) - 37, PwBD (LD) - 95, PwBD (OD) - 12 posts
Posts & Disciplines
- Junior Engineer - Electrical: Electrical Design & Drawing, EMU TRS, Electrical TRD, General Services, Electrical Workshop
- Junior Engineer - Civil: P. Way & Bridge, Design Drawing & Estimation, Works, Workshop, Track Machine
- Junior Engineer - Mechanical: Carriage & Wagon, Mechanical Power, Diesel Mechanical, Diesel Electrical, Mechanical Design & Workshop, Welder, Diesel Workshop
- Junior Engineer - S&T: Signal, Telecommunication, Research Instrumentation, Design Drawing & Estimation, Workshop
- Depot Material Superintendent: Stores Department
- Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant: Mechanical CMT (NR, CLW, SER, ICF)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Essential: Three (3) years Diploma in Engineering in relevant discipline from recognized University/Institute
- Alternative: Bachelor's Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in the same discipline also acceptable
- For Depot Material Superintendent: Three years Diploma in Engineering in ANY discipline
- Discipline must match the post opted for (as per Annexure-A of official notification)
- Candidates must possess the qualification on or before the closing date (30 Nov 2025)
- Candidates waiting for final results are NOT eligible
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Date of Birth (Both Inclusive) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 18 years | 33 years | 02.01.1993 to 01.01.2008 |
| OBC-NCL | 18 years | 36 years (33+3) | 02.01.1990 to 01.01.2008 |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 38 years (33+5) | 02.01.1988 to 01.01.2008 |
Additional Age Relaxation: PwBD candidates - 10 years (13 years for SC/ST, 8 years for OBC) | Ex-Servicemen - 5 years (after deducting service rendered) | Departmental candidates - 5 years
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC-NCL | Rs 500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen / Minorities | Rs 250 |
| Economically Backward Class (EBC) with valid certificate | Rs 250 |
- Payment Mode: Online only (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI)
- Refund: Full fee refunded to candidates who attend CBT-I (except Rs 250 for UR/EWS/OBC, Rs 125 for others)
- Modification Fee: Rs 250 (non-refundable) for each modification during 03-12 Dec 2025
Selection Process
Stages: 1st Stage CBT (CBT-I) → 2nd Stage CBT (CBT-II) → Document Verification (DV) → Medical Examination (ME) → Final Empanelment
1st Stage CBT (CBT-I) - Screening Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| General Science | 20 | 20 |
| General Awareness on Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 85 | 85 |
- Duration: 60 minutes (80 minutes for PwBD candidates eligible for scribe)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS - 40%, OBC-NCL - 30%, SC - 30%, ST - 25%
- Shortlisting for CBT-II: 15 times the total vacancies of the RRB based on normalized marks
2nd Stage CBT (CBT-II) - Main Exam
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 | 15 |
| Basics of Computers & Applications | 10 | 10 |
| Basics of Environment & Pollution Control | 10 | 10 |
| Technical Abilities (Trade/Discipline Specific) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
- Duration: 120 minutes (160 minutes for PwBD with scribe)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS - 40%, OBC-NCL - 30%, SC - 30%, ST - 25%
- Technical Abilities: Questions framed from syllabus of respective Exam Groups (5 groups as per disciplines)
How to Apply - Step by Step
- Visit Official Website: Go to any RRB website or visit www.rrbapply.gov.in
- Create Account: If you don't have an RRB account, create one first (one-time registration with Email & Mobile)
- Authenticate Identity: Use Aadhaar or Digilocker for smooth verification (highly recommended)
- Choose RRB: Select ONLY ONE RRB (cannot be changed later). Choose based on your preferred location.
- Fill Application Form: Enter personal details, educational qualifications, choose posts/categories/railway zones in order of preference
- Upload Documents: Live photograph will be captured during application (no pre-existing photo needed). Upload signature (black ink, running handwriting, JPG format, 30-49 KB)
- Pay Application Fee: Pay online via Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI before 02 Dec 2025
- Submit Application: Review all details carefully and submit by 30 Nov 2025, 11:59 PM
- Save Application Number: Note down Registration Number and take printout for future reference
Important: Multiple applications to different RRBs or same RRB will lead to rejection of ALL applications and debarment from future RRB/RRC exams. Apply carefully to ONLY ONE RRB.
List of Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- RRB Ahmedabad - rrbahmedabad.gov.in
- RRB Ajmer - rrbajmer.gov.in
- RRB Bengaluru - rrbbnc.gov.in
- RRB Bhopal - rrbbpl.nic.in
- RRB Bhubaneswar - rrbbbs.gov.in
- RRB Bilaspur - rrbbilaspur.gov.in
- RRB Chandigarh - rrbcdg.gov.in
- RRB Chennai - rrbchennai.gov.in
- RRB Gorakhpur - rrbgkp.gov.in
- RRB Guwahati - rrbguwahati.gov.in
- RRB Kolkata - rrbkolkata.gov.in
- RRB Malda - rrbmalda.gov.in
- RRB Mumbai - rrbmumbai.gov.in
- RRB Muzaffarpur - rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in
- RRB Patna - rrbpatna.gov.in
- RRB Prayagraj (Allahabad) - rrbald.gov.in
- RRB Ranchi - rrbranchi.gov.in
- RRB Secunderabad - rrbsecunderabad.gov.in
- RRB Siliguri - rrbsiliguri.org
- RRB Thiruvananthapuram - rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in
Salary & Allowances
- Pay Level: Level 6 in 7th CPC Pay Matrix
- Initial Basic Pay: Rs 35,400 per month
- Pay Range: Rs 35,400 - Rs 1,12,400 (with annual increments)
- Allowances: DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), TA (Transport Allowance)
- Other Benefits: Medical facilities, Gratuity, Pension (NPS), Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Free/Concessional Railway Passes
- Training Period: During training, stipend will be paid as per rules
Important Instructions
- Single RRB Only: Candidates can apply to ONLY ONE RRB. Multiple applications will be rejected.
- Live Photo Mandatory: Live photograph captured during application using webcam/mobile camera (no upload of old photos)
- Signature Format: Running handwriting (cursive/joined letters) in black ink on white paper, NOT block/capital letters
- Modification Window: Corrections allowed from 03-12 Dec 2025 with Rs 250 fee per modification (Email, Mobile, RRB cannot be changed)
- Free Travel for SC/ST: Free sleeper class railway pass for CBT, DV, and ME stages (on request)
- PwBD Candidates: Scribe facility available. Must register scribe separately. 20 minutes extra time per hour.
- No Belongings at Exam Center: Cloakroom NOT available. Do not bring valuables, mobile phones, bags, etc.
- Banned Items: Mobile phones, calculators, watches, Bluetooth devices, pens, books, water bottles, food items
- Normalization: Marks will be normalized for CBTs held in multiple shifts
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit as per prescribed standards for opted posts
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can I apply to multiple RRBs?
Answer: No. Candidates can apply to ONLY ONE RRB. Multiple applications will lead to rejection of all applications and debarment.
Q2. Is B.Tech acceptable instead of Diploma?
Answer: Yes. Higher qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech are acceptable in lieu of 3-year Diploma in the same discipline.
Q3. Can I change my chosen RRB after submission?
Answer: No. Once RRB is chosen and application submitted, it cannot be changed under any circumstances.
Q4. When will CBT-I exam be conducted?
Answer: CBT-I dates will be announced on official RRB websites. Expected in December 2025 - January 2026.
Q5. Is there negative marking in CBT exams?
Answer: Yes. 1/3rd mark (0.33 marks) will be deducted for each wrong answer in both CBT-I and CBT-II.
Q6. Can I apply if I'm waiting for final year diploma results?
Answer: No. Candidates must possess the qualification on or before the closing date (30 Nov 2025). Those awaiting results are NOT eligible.
Disclaimer: This blog post is created for informational purposes based on the official RRB CEN 05/2025 notification. For complete and legally binding details, candidates must refer to the official notification available on RRB websites. We are not responsible for any inadvertent errors. Always verify information from official sources before applying.
Source & Credits: Official Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) - Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2025 dated 04.10.2025 | Published in Employment News | Available on all RRB official websites | Information compiled and presented for aspirant guidance only.
