Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) – Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2025
Recruitment for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
Recruitment for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
About the Recruiting Authority
- Organization Name (English): Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India
- Organization Name (Hindi): रेलवे भर्ती बोर्ड (आरआरबी), रेलवे मंत्रालय, भारत सरकार
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) function under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, and conduct nationwide examinations for various technical and non-technical posts across Indian Railways. This notification invites eligible Indian citizens to apply online for technical positions under CEN No. 05/2025.
Post Names & Nature of Work
- Junior Engineer (JE) – Technical supervisory role in engineering departments of Railways
- Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) – Supervisory role in material management and railway depots
- Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) – Lab & testing-based job in railway departments related to chemical/metallurgical analysis
These roles are crucial for railway engineering, safety, material control, and technology development in various departments and zones across India.
Total Vacancies
Total Vacancies: 2569 Posts
Vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease based on administrative requirements of Indian Railways. RRB-wise and Railway-Zone-wise vacancy distribution is provided in Annexure-B in the official notification.
Salary & Job Type
- Pay Level: Level-6 as per 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC)
- Base Monthly Pay: ₹35,400 (excluding allowances)
- Type of Job: Central Government Permanent Position
- Training: Training is mandatory; only stipend paid during training
Educational Qualifications
Junior Engineer (JE)
- Three-year Diploma in Engineering OR Bachelor's Degree (B.E./B.Tech)
- Accepted branches depend on specific JE category (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Electronics, Computer/IT, and allied engineering streams)
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
- Three-year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline from a recognized institution
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
- B.Sc. Degree with Chemistry & Physics as subjects
Important: Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible. Qualification must be possessed on or before the closing date of application.
Age Criteria
Age Limit: 18 to 33 years
Age reference date: 01 January 2026
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | + 3 years |
| SC/ST | + 5 years |
| PWD | + 10/13/15 years (as applicable) |
Important Dates
| Indicative Notice in Employment News | 04 October 2025 |
| Start of Online Applications | 31 October 2025 |
| Closing Date for Application | 30 November 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 02 December 2025 |
| Correction Window | 03 – 12 December 2025 |
| Scribe Data Submission | 13 – 17 December 2025 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced on RRB websites |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹500 (₹400 refunded after CBT) |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Women/Minorities | ₹250 (Refundable after CBT) |
Mode of Selection
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) with negative marking (1/3 mark deduction)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Fitness Test as per Railway Medical Standards
- Mandatory Training (Stipend during training only)
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only one application can be submitted per candidate
- Live photograph upload during application is mandatory
- Aadhaar/DigiLocker authentication recommended
- SC/ST candidates may avail free sleeper-class travel pass for exam (conditions apply)
- Vacancies may increase or decrease as per railway requirement
Helpline & Assistance
- Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
- Contact Numbers: 9592001188 / 01725653333
Warning: Candidates are advised to avoid fake websites and agents. Recruitment is strictly merit-based. Any attempt to influence the selection process may result in cancellation and legal action.
Official Links
- Official Notification PDF: Download Here
- Official Website: https://rrbranchi.gov.in/
