The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have issued the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN No. 05/2025) for recruitment to the posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA).
A total of 2,569 vacancies are available across all RRB zones of Indian Railways.
Eligible candidates can apply online through their respective RRB websites.
📘 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Notification No. | CEN 05/2025 |
| Posts Name | Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Total Vacancies | 2,569 |
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Level 6 – ₹ 35,400 + Allowances |
| Job Type | Central Government Job – Indian Railways |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | www.indianrailways.gov.in / respective RRB websites |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 31 October 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 31 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2 December 2025 |
| Modification Window | 3 – 12 December 2025 |
| Scribe Details Window | 13 – 17 December 2025 |
| CBT Exam Dates | To be announced |
| Document Verification & Medical Exam | To be announced |
🔢 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (JE) | 1,650 |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | 230 |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | 689 |
| Total | 2,569 |
(Zone-wise and discipline-wise distribution is provided in the official notification.)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 33 years
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Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 yrs, OBC – 3 yrs, PwBD – 10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (JE) | Three-year Diploma in Engineering (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / S&T or related discipline) or B.E. / B.Tech in relevant field. |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | Three-year Diploma in Engineering (any discipline). |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | B.Sc. with Physics and Chemistry from a recognized University / Institute. |
💼 Pay Scale & Perks
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Pay Level 6 (7th CPC) – Basic Pay ₹ 35,400 per month.
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Additional benefits: DA, HRA, TA, Pension, Leave Travel Concession, and Medical facilities.
🧪 Selection Process
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Computer-Based Test (CBT – Stage 1 & 2)
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Document Verification (DV)
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Medical Examination
Exam Pattern (Indicative)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Science | 40 | 40 | |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 15 | 15 | |
| Total | 110 | 110 | 90 minutes |
Negative Marking: 0.33 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) | Refund after CBT 1 (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 500 | 400 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM / Women / Minorities / Transgender | 250 | 250 |
Payment Mode – Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
🌐 How to Apply Online
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Visit the official RRB website for your region.
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Click “CEN 05/2025 – RRB JE / DMS / CMA Recruitment 2025 Apply Online.”
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Register with basic details and verify through email / mobile OTP.
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Fill in personal and educational details carefully.
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Upload photo, signature and documents as per specifications.
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Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
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Take a printout of the final application for future use.
📎 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| 🔗 Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here to Download CEN 05/2025 Notification |
| 📝 Apply Online (Active from 31 Oct 2025) | Click Here to Apply Online via Your RRB Zone Website |
| 🌐 Official Website (Indian Railways) | www.indianrailways.gov.in |
⚠️ Key Instructions
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Applications must be submitted online only.
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Multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
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Use a valid email ID and mobile number throughout the recruitment process.
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Original documents are required at the time of verification.
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Read the entire official notification before applying.