Indian Railways (RRB) Junior Engineer (JE), DMS, and CMA Recruitment 2025 : The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), under Indian Railways, have announced a consolidated recruitment drive (Centralized Employment Notice – CEN 02/2025) for the posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant (CMA).
This recruitment campaign aims to fill a total of 2570 vacancies across various RRBs in India. The posts fall under Level-6 of the Pay Matrix, with an initial pay of ₹35,400/- (and a scale ranging up to ₹1,12,400/-) plus other admissible allowances.
Candidates holding a Diploma, Degree, or Master’s qualification in Engineering or Science can apply online from October 31, 2025, to November 30, 2025. Applicants are required to apply online through the RRB Online Applications portal, selecting their preferred Railway Recruitment Board.
RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2025 – Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) – Indian Railways |
| Advertisement Number | CEN 02/2025 |
| Posts Name | Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Total Vacancies | 2570 |
| Pay Scale | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Qualification | Diploma/Degree (in Engineering or Science) |
| Application Mode | Online |
Post-Wise Educational Qualification
The minimum educational qualifications for the different posts are as follows. Candidates must refer to the official notification for specific trade/branch requirements:
| Post Name | Minimum Educational Qualification |
| Junior Engineer (JE) | 3-year Diploma or Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in the relevant Engineering discipline (such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, etc.). |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | 3-year Diploma or Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in any Engineering discipline. |
| Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics and Chemistry, having a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate, OR Diploma/Degree in Metallurgical/Chemical Engineering. |
Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
The age limit for the candidates is calculated as of 01/01/2026.
| Category | Age Limit (Maximum) |
| Unreserved (UR) / EWS | 36 Years (Generally 18 to 33 years, with a one-time 3-year relaxation being mentioned in recent RRB notifications, making it 18 to 36 years for this CEN 02/2025.) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 39 Years (36 + 3 years relaxation) |
| SC/ST | 41 Years (36 + 5 years relaxation) |
Age relaxations for other categories (PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Railway Staff, etc.) are applicable as per Government of India rules and details mentioned in the official CEN 02/2025 notification.
Selection Process
The selection process for the RRB Junior Engineer, DMS, and CMA posts typically involves the following stages:
- First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1)
- Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
How to Apply for RRB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2025
Candidates must apply online through the unified recruitment portal of Indian Railways (RRB – Online Applications). While applying, candidates need to select the specific Railway Recruitment Board (e.g., Ahmedabad, Mumbai, etc.) they wish to apply for.
Steps to Apply Online:
- Visit the website of your preferred RRB or the central RRB recruitment portal.
- Click on the “New Registration” link for the CEN 02/2025 notification.
- Register by filling in your basic details to obtain a User ID/Password.
- Log in and complete the application form, including educational details and post preferences.
- Pay the examination fee online.
- Submit the final form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Start Date for Online Application | 31/10/2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 30/11/2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment (Online) | 30/11/2025 |
| CBT-1 Exam Date (Tentative) | To be announced soon |
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF Link | Click here |
| RRB Online Application Portal | (Link will be live from 31/10/2025) |
| RRB Ahmedabad Website | http://www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in/ |
| Home page | Click here |
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