by RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2025: Application Status Out, Check Now
RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2025: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have released an important notice dated 12 January 2026 regarding the
application status of candidates who applied for CEN No. 05/2025 for the posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA).
Candidates can now check whether their applications are Provisionally Accepted, Conditionally Accepted, or Rejected by logging into the official portal. All information below is strictly based on the official notification and notices.
📌 RRB Junior Engineer Recruitment Overview
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Notification No. | CEN No. 05/2025 |
| Posts | Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Total Vacancies | 2569 (All RRBs) |
| Pay Level | Level 6 (7th CPC) |
| Initial Pay | ₹35,400/- |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Status | Released |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post Group | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| JE / DMS / CMA (All RRBs) | 2569 |
Note: RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise vacancy distribution is provided in Annexure-B of the detailed notification.
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (JE) | Diploma / Degree in relevant Engineering discipline from a recognized Institute/University |
| DMS / CMA | Relevant Degree / Diploma as prescribed in Annexure-A of CEN 05/2025 |
🎯 Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per rules |
💰 Application / Examination Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 (₹400 refundable after CBT-I) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen / EBC | ₹250 (₹250 refundable after CBT-I) |
🧪 Selection Process
- 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I)
- 2nd Stage CBT (as applicable)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
📝 Exam Pattern (CBT-I – Indicative)
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQs) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Subjects | General Awareness, Reasoning, Technical Subjects |
📅 CBT-I Exam Schedule (Official Notice)
| Post | Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| JE / DMS / CMA | 19 & 20 February 2026 and 03 March 2026 |
📋 Exam City & Date Intimation Link will be activated 10 days before the exam.
E-Call Letters will be available 4 days prior to the exam date.
📌 Application Status Details
- Provisionally Accepted – Eligible to appear in CBT
- Conditionally Accepted – Accepted subject to fulfillment of conditions
- Rejected – Application rejected with reasons
⚠️ SMS and Email alerts have been sent to candidates regarding their application status.
🖥️ How to Check RRB JE Application Status
- Visit the official website: www.rrbapply.gov.in
- Login using Registration Number and Date of Birth
- Click on Application Status (CEN 05/2025)
- View your status (Accepted / Conditional / Rejected)
- Download or take a screenshot for reference
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 31 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 December 2025 |
| Application Status Notice | 12 January 2026 |
| CBT-I Exam Dates | 19–20 Feb & 03 March 2026 |
🔗 Important Links
| Check Application Status | Click to Check Status |
| Application Status Notice | Download PDF |
| Exam Date Notice | Download PDF |
| Official Notification (CEN 05/2025) | Download PDF |
| RRB Official Websites | indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Note: Candidature of all candidates is purely provisional and may be cancelled at any stage if any discrepancy, deficiency or false information is found. Candidates are advised to rely only on official RRB websites and beware of touts.
❓ FAQs – RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment
Q1. What does “Provisionally Accepted” status mean in RRB JE Recruitment?
Provisionally Accepted means the candidate is eligible to appear for the CBT exam, subject to document verification at later stages.
Q2. What should candidates do if their application is “Conditionally Accepted”?
Candidates must carefully read the conditions mentioned and ensure they fulfil them, otherwise their candidature may be cancelled at later stages.
Q3. Can rejected candidates contact RRB for reconsideration?
No. As per the notice, RRB will not entertain any correspondence from ineligible or rejected candidates.
Q4. When will the RRB JE admit card be released?
The e-call letter will be available around 4 days before the exam date on the official RRB website.
Q5. Is the CBT exam conducted in multiple shifts?
Yes. The RRB JE CBT examination will be conducted in multiple shifts across different dates.
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