RRB has released Recruitment Notification 2025 for the posts of Junior Engineers, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant. Interested Eligible candidates can read the RRB JE Exam Syllabus, Exam Pattern carefully before applying for this recruitment.
RRB JE 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
To apply for the RRB Junior Engineer exam, you must have completed an engineering diploma or degree from a recognized institute in India. Please check the official notification for more details on which branches are accepted.
Age Limit
As per the RRB JE official Notification 2025, the minimum prescribed age to apply for the RRB JE exam was 18 years, and the prescribed maximum age (as on 01.01.2025) was 36 years.
Age Relaxation applicable as per the norms.
Application Fee for RRB JE Exam
To apply for the RRB Junior Engineer (JE) post, candidates need to pay a specific amount as an application fee. The fee can be paid online using a debit card, credit card, internet banking, or UPI. You can choose any one of these payment methods to pay the fee.
Unreserved Categories – Rs. 500/-
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC – Rs. 250/-
Important Note: Only candidates who attend the 1st stage CBT will get a refund of their examination fee as mentioned below.
- Rs. 250 (after deduction of applicable bank charges) – for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minority, and EBC candidates.
- Rs. 400 (after deduction of applicable bank charges) – for candidates belonging to the Unreserved category.
RRB JE Exam Selection Procedure
The RRB-JE recruitment process shall comprise of the following 4 stages:
- Stage – 1: Computer-Based Test – 1 (CBT – 1)
- Stage – 2: Computer-Based Test – 2 (CBT – 2)
- Stage – 3: Document verification
- Stage – 4: Medical examination
RRB JE Exam Pattern
Now that you have an understanding of the selection procedure, let’s proceed to examine the RRB JE exam pattern. The exam pattern and weightage of marks for the RRB JE 2025 recruitment exam are given below:
Below is the exam pattern and weightage of marks for CBT-1: are given below:
| Stage | Subjects & CBT – 1 | Marks | Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT – 1 | Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| General Science | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
The second stage, CBT – 2 (Stage-II), is the next stage of the RRB JE exam’s selection process:
| Stage | Subjects & CBT – 2 | Marks | Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT – 2 | General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Physics and Chemistry | 15 | 15 | |
| Basics of Computer and Applications | 10 | 10 | |
| Basics of Environment and Pollution Control | 10 | 10 | |
| Technical Abilities | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
RRB JE 2025 Exam Syllabus
The RRB JE 2025 syllabus is designed to assess candidates’ technical knowledge along with their general aptitude. It is divided into two stages: CBT-1 and CBT-2.
Computer Based Test (CBT)- I
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Number Systems, Pipes and Cisterns, Calendar and Clock, Age Calculations, Square Root, Elementary Statistics, Trigonometry, Algebra, Geometry, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Time and Work, Ratio & Proportion, LCM & HCF, Percentage, Mensuration, Fractions, Decimal, BODMAS |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions |
| General Awareness | Knowledge of Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Culture and History of India (including Freedom Struggle), Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental Issues (India & World), Sports, General Scientific and Technological Developments |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences |
Computer Based Test (CBT)- II
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | Knowledge of Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Culture and History of India (including Freedom Struggle), Environmental Issues (India & World), Sports, General Scientific and Technological Developments |
| Physics and Chemistry | Topics as per 10th Standard CBSE Syllabus – Basic concepts of Physics and Chemistry relevant to secondary education level |
| Basics of Computers and Applications | Architecture of Computers, Input & Output Devices, Storage Devices, Computer Virus, Networking, Operating Systems, (Windows, Unix, Linux), MS Office, Data Representation, Internet & Email, Websites & Web Browsers |
| Basics of Environment and Pollution Control | Basics of Environment, Effects and Control of Pollution (Air, Water, Noise), Acid Rain, Waste Management, Global Warming, Ozone Depletion |
Technical Syllabus of RRB JE Exam (Engineering Stream-wise)
Now, let us dive into the most important topics associated with the RRB-JE exam.
| S. No. | Exam Groups | Important Topics |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Civil and Allied Engineering | Engineering Mechanics, Building Construction, Building Materials, Substructure & Superstructure, Building Finishes & Maintenance, Surveying, Concrete Technology, CAD (Computer-Aided Design), Geo Technical Engineering, Hydraulics, Irrigation Engineering, Mechanics & Theory of Structures, Design of Concrete & Steel Structures, Transportation & Highway Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Advanced Construction Techniques & Equipment, Estimating & Costing, Contracts & Accounts |
| 2. | Mechanical and Allied Engineering | Engineering Mechanics, Material Science, Strength of Materials, Machining, Welding, Grinding & Finishing Processes, Metrology, Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Machinery, Industrial Management, Thermal Engineering |
| 3. | Electrical and Allied Engineering | Basic Concepts, Circuit Laws (Kirchhoff’s Law), Magnetic Circuits, AC Fundamentals, Measuring Instruments, Electrical Machines, Synchronous Machines, Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution, Switchgears & Protection, Estimation & Costing, Utilization of Electrical Energy, Basic Electronics |
| 4. | Electronics and Allied Engineering | Electronic Components & Materials, Devices & Circuits, Digital Electronics, Linear Integrated Circuits, Microprocessor & Microcontroller, Communication Engineering, Electronic Measurements, Data Communication & Networking, Basic Electrical Engineering, Computer Programming |
| 5. | CMA (B.Sc. Chemistry & Physics) | Measurements & Units, Light, Heat & Sound, Mechanics & Magnetism, Electricity & Electromagnetism, Modern Physics, Electronics & Communication, Matter, Chemical Reactions, Acids, Bases & Salts, Atomic Structure, Periodic Classification, Chemical Bonding, Carbon Compounds, Environmental Chemistry, Metallurgy |
| 6. | Chemical & Metallurgical Supervisor | Fuels, Material Science & Nonferrous Metals, Engineering Polymers, Thermodynamics, Applied Chemistry, Industrial Chemicals, Applied Physics, Basic Computer Science, Instrumentation & Measurement, Energy, Environment & Ecology, Basic Mechanical Engineering, Mechanism, Strength of Materials, Fluid Mechanics, Manufacturing Processes, Welding & Foundry, Basic Electrical & Civil Engineering, Building Materials & Construction |
RRB JE 2025 Exam Schedule
| Events | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 04-10-2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 31-10-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30-11-2025 (23:59 hours) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 02-12-2025 |
| Correction Window for Applications | 03-12-2025 to 12-12-2025 |
RRB JE 2025 Official Notification – Download
