Key Information
Organisation: Indian Railways via RRBs.
Notification: CEN No. 05/2025.
Number of Posts: Initial number cited as 2,569 vacancies.
(Some sources mention a revised figure – e.g., 2,585 or 2,588)
Posts include: Junior Engineer (JE) in various disciplines, Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) etc.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
For JE: Degree or Diploma in Engineering in relevant discipline.
For DMS: Diploma/Degree in Engineering from any discipline.
For CMA: Bachelor’s degree in Science with Physics & Chemistry with prescribed minimum marks.
Age Limit (as on reference date 01/01/2026):
Minimum: 18 years.
Maximum: 33 years for general category (subject to relaxations for reserved categories).
Nationality: Citizen of India (standard) – implied from recruitment norms.
Important Dates & Application
Online application start date: 31 October 2025.
Last date to apply (initial): 30/31 November 2025.
Last date extended: till 10 December 2025.
Salary & Pay Level
Posts classified at Pay Level-6 under 7th CPC (starting approx. ₹ 35,400 per month) for JE/DMS/CMA.
Selection Process
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT-1)
Stage 2: Computer Based Test (CBT-2)
Document Verification
Medical Examination.
Important Notes & Tips
Since the educational qualification requires degree/diploma, ensure your certificate from a recognised university/board.
Age calculation must be accurate as on 01/01/2026 (for some posts).
As the vacancies are spread across multiple RRBs/zones, check zone-wise vacancy distribution and select accordingly.
Keep all required documents ready: educational certificates, age proof, category certificate (if applicable), etc.
Apply well ahead of deadline to avoid last-minute issues as the portal may be heavy.
Keep track of official website for any corrigendum or updates (e.g., vacancy revision from 2,569 to ~2,588).