RRB JE Recruitment 2025 Notification (CEN 05/2025): Apply Online for Junior Engineer, DMS & CMA Posts

1. Overview

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 05/2025. This massive recruitment drive aims to fill various technical positions including Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) across various zones of the Indian Railways.

This is a golden opportunity for engineering diploma holders and degree graduates looking for a stable and prestigious career in the government sector. The recruitment process will be conducted through a multi-stage Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification and medical examination.

2. Important Dates

Candidates are advised to keep a close watch on the following timeline for RRB JE 2025 recruitment to ensure they do not miss any deadlines.

3. Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies will be distributed among different RRB zones and departments. Below are the primary posts included in the CEN 05/2025 notification:

4. Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the following educational requirements to be eligible for the RRB JE 2025 recruitment:

Education & Experience

• Junior Engineer (JE): Diploma or Degree in Engineering in relevant disciplines (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, etc.) from a recognized university or institute.
• Depot Material Superintendent (DMS): Diploma or Degree in Engineering from any discipline.
• Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA): Bachelor’s Degree in Science (B.Sc) with Physics and Chemistry with a minimum of 45% marks.
• JE (IT): PGDCA/B.Sc. (Computer Science)/BCA/B.Tech (Information Technology) or equivalent.

5. Age Limit

The age limit for candidates applying for RRB CEN 05/2025 is as follows (calculated as of the cutoff date mentioned in the notification):

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 33 Years

Note: Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen and other reserved categories as per Government of India rules.

6. Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed in Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix.

• Initial Basic Pay: ₹35,400/- per month.
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other benefits as per railway rules.

7. Application Fee

8. Selection Process

The recruitment process for RRB JE consists of four main stages:

1. CBT Stage 1: Objective type test focusing on Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science.
2. CBT Stage 2: Technical paper focusing on relevant engineering subjects and general awareness.
3. Document Verification (DV): Candidates who clear CBT 2 are called for verification of original documents.
4. Medical Examination: Candidates must pass the prescribed medical standard test (e.g., A-3, B-1, B-2) according to the post.

9. How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply online for RRB JE Recruitment 2025:

1. Visit the official website of your respective RRB zone.
2. Look for the link "CEN 05/2025 Recruitment for JE/DMS/CMA".
3. Click on "New Registration" and enter basic details like Name, DOB, Mobile Number, and Email ID.
4. Login with the registration ID and password sent to your email/mobile.
5. Fill out the application form with educational qualifications and personal details.
6. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and category certificate (if applicable).
7. Pay the application fee via online mode (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI).
8. Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

10. Important Links

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Candidates are strongly advised to read the detailed official notification from the RRB website before applying.

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