RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2025 – 2570 Vacancies, Apply Online

The Government of India, Ministry of Railways has officially released a large-scale recruitment notification for various technical, engineering, and depot management posts under the Railway Board. This notification opens a golden opportunity for aspiring engineers, diploma holders, and technical professionals to secure a prestigious job with Indian Railways, one of the world’s largest employers.

Indian Railways, with its vast network, is not just the backbone of transport in India but also a significant recruiter for technical and non-technical staff. The Railway Recruitment 2025 notification offers positions across multiple trades including Drawing & Fitting, Mechanical, Electrical, Design, Workshop, Depot Management, Material Engineering, and Bridge/Structural Engineering.

Highlights of Indian Railways Recruitment 2025

• Recruiting Body: Ministry of Railways, Government of India
• Post Names: Multiple Technical & Engineering Roles (JE, Depot Manager, CMA, Drawing Engineer, Mechanical & Electrical posts)
• Vacancies: 2,500+ (approx.) across various trades
• Job Location: Across all Zonal Railways in India
• Application Mode: Online
• Selection Process: Written Exam (CBT) + Document Verification + Medical Examination

Important Dates

• Short Notice Release Date: 29-09-2025
• Starting Date for Apply Online: 31-10-2025
• Last Date for Apply Online: 30-11-2025
• Last Date to Pay Application fees: To be announced
• Admit Card Release Date: To be announced
• CBT 1 Exam Date: To be announced
• CBT 2 Exam Date: To be announced

Vacancy Distribution (Approximate)

As per the official notification, vacancies are distributed across multiple categories and technical roles. A rough breakdown based on available information is:

Total Estimated Vacancies: 2500+ posts

Post Names & Job Roles

The recruitment covers multiple categories. Some of the important roles are:

1. Junior Engineer (Drawing & Fitting) – Responsible for preparation of engineering drawings, fittings, and assisting in design projects.
2. Depot Manager (JE-BMS-CMA) – Managing engineering depots, material handling, logistics, and supervising technical staff.
3. Mechanical Engineer (Workshop/Production) – Handling maintenance of locomotives, rolling stock, workshop machinery, and production planning.
4. Electrical Engineer (General/TRD/TRA) – Maintenance of power supply systems, traction distribution, and train running systems.
5. Bridge & Structural Engineer – Designing, maintaining, and ensuring safety of railway bridges and related civil structures.
6. Design Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical) – Involved in product design, machine component drawings, and prototype development.
7. CMT Engineer (Chemical & Metallurgical Testing) – Responsible for material testing, quality control, and ensuring safety standards.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for Indian Railways Technical Recruitment 2025 are as follows:

Educational Qualification

• Junior Engineer (JE) / Design / Workshop / Depot Roles:
  • Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Production, Electronics, or related engineering discipline.
• CMA (Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant):
  • B.Sc. in Physics & Chemistry or Metallurgical Science.
• Drawing & Fitting Roles:
  • Diploma/ITI with specialization in Drafting/Mechanical Drawing.

Note: Final year students awaiting results are not eligible.

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 33 years

Relaxations:

• SC/ST: +5 years
• OBC: +3 years
• PwBD: +10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government rules

Salary & Benefits

Indian Railways offers attractive pay scales under 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).

• Junior Engineer (JE): ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level-6)
• Depot Manager / Workshop Roles: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
• CMA / Technical Assistant: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (Level-5)

Perks & Allowances

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Transport Allowance
• Railway Privilege Pass (for self & family)
• Medical Benefits
• Pension under NPS

Selection Process

The selection process consists of multiple stages:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT):
   • General Awareness
   • Mathematics
   • General Intelligence & Reasoning
   • General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics)
   • Technical Subjects (Discipline-specific questions)
2. Document Verification (DV):
   • Verification of educational qualifications, category certificates, and identity.
3. Medical Examination:
   • Candidates must meet the medical fitness standards prescribed by Indian Railways.

Exam Pattern

• Mode: Online CBT
• Type: Objective MCQs
• Total Marks: 150
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online only through the official website.

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Visit the official Railway Recruitment portal.
2. Click on “Recruitment for Technical & Depot Posts 2025.”
3. Register with basic details (Name, Email, Mobile Number).
4. Fill in the online application form carefully.
5. Upload scanned documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates).
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
7. Submit and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Application Fees

• General/OBC Candidates: ₹500/-
• SC/ST/PwBD/Female Candidates: ₹250/- (Refundable after appearing in CBT)

Preparation Tips

1. Go through the Railway JE previous year papers.
2. Focus on core engineering subjects relevant to your branch.
3. Revise General Awareness & Current Affairs daily.
4. Practice mock tests for speed and accuracy.
5. Pay special attention to Railway-specific GK (zones, headquarters, projects).

Why Choose a Career in Indian Railways?

• Job security under the Government of India
• Handsome salary package with allowances
• Pension & retirement benefits under NPS
• Work-life balance compared to private sector jobs
• Opportunities for promotions and departmental exams
• Prestige of working in one of the largest rail networks in the world