Under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) 03/2024, the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has advertised posts of Junior Engineers (JE) and other posts. Going through this recruitment, candidates can check out details about eligibility, selection process, important dates, exam patterns, etc. and apply for the same. The article concludes with the comprehensive information regarding RRB JE recruitment so that the aspirants get well prepared for the forthcoming Stage II Exam in March, 2025.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 30/07/2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29/08/2024 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29/08/2024 |
| Form Correction Period | 30/08/2024 – 08/09/2024 |
| Application Status Release | 23/10/2024 |
| Stage I Exam Date | 16-18 December 2024 |
| Exam City Information | 06/12/2024 |
| Admit Card Release | 4 Days Before Exam |
| Answer Key Availability | 23/12/2024 |
| Stage II Exam Date | 19-20 March 2025 |
| Stage II Exam City Details | 10 Days Before Exam |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund After Stage I Exam |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | INR 500/- | INR 400/- |
| SC / ST / PH | INR 250/- | INR 250/- |
| Female (All Categories) | INR 250/- | INR 250/- |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking.
Age Limit (As of 01/01/2025)
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 36 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per RRB JE CEN 03/2024 Rules |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant | 7934 | Degree/Diploma in Engineering from a recognized institute |
| Chemical Supervisor / Research and Metallurgical Supervisor / Research (RRB Gorakhpur Only) | 17 | Degree/Diploma in relevant field |
Zone-Wise Vacancy Details
| RRB Name | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad WR | 149 | 107 | 49 | 53 | 24 | 382 |
| Ajmer NWR | 268 | 109 | 64 | 61 | 27 | 529 |
| Bangalore SWR | 174 | 89 | 43 | 58 | 33 | 397 |
| Bhopal WR / WCR | 239 | 98 | 51 | 62 | 35 | 485 |
| Bhubaneswar ECOR | 76 | 36 | 26 | 20 | 17 | 175 |
| Bilaspur CR / SECR | 238 | 103 | 41 | 65 | 25 | 472 |
| Chandigarh NR | 150 | 88 | 46 | 43 | 29 | 356 |
| Chennai SR | 273 | 147 | 87 | 91 | 54 | 652 |
| Gorakhpur NER | 108 | 55 | 25 | 46 | 25 | 259 |
| Guwahati NFR | 93 | 57 | 23 | 37 | 15 | 225 |
| Jammu & Srinagar NR | 125 | 52 | 35 | 23 | 16 | 251 |
| Kolkata ER / SER | 320 | 114 | 64 | 96 | 66 | 660 |
| Malda ER / SER | 74 | 41 | 19 | 19 | 10 | 163 |
| Mumbai SCR / WR / CR | 596 | 346 | 143 | 203 | 89 | 1377 |
| Muzaffarpur ECR | 04 | 04 | 01 | 02 | 0 | 11 |
| Patna ECR | 95 | 62 | 33 | 39 | 18 | 247 |
| Prayagraj NCR / NR | 213 | 70 | 34 | 50 | 37 | 404 |
| Ranchi SER | 70 | 46 | 18 | 20 | 13 | 167 |
| Secunderabad ECOR / SCR | 248 | 130 | 63 | 104 | 45 | 590 |
| Siliguri NFR | 17 | 04 | 01 | 05 | 01 | 28 |
| Thiruvananthapuram SR | 45 | 32 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 121 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who can apply for the Junior Engineer (JE) Exam?
Candidates with a degree or diploma in engineering from a recognized institute in India can apply.
2. What is the age limit for JE 2024?
The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 36 years as of 01/01/2025. Age relaxation applies as per rules.
3. How can I apply for the JE recruitment?
Candidates can apply online through the official RRB website between 30/07/2024 and 29/08/2024.
4. What is the application fee for the JE exam?
The fee is INR 500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and INR 250 for SC/ST/PH/Female candidates. Partial refunds are available after appearing for Stage I.
5. When will the Stage II exam be held?
The Stage II exam is scheduled for 19-20 March 2025.
6. How can I download the admit card?
The admit card will be available 4 days before the exam on the official website.
Conclusion
The engineering graduates and diploma holders, who want to work in the Indian Railways, JE CEN 03/2024 recruitment is a golden opportunity. Candidates have to sincerely prepare up for the upcoming exams as there are 7951 vacancies available across RRB zones. Keep updated with official notifications, take as many mock tests as they can use, and make sure application is submitted on time. Good luck with your exam preparation!
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