Indian Railways has released the admit cards for the Junior Engineer (JE) CBT-2 exam . Students who applied for the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) JE 2025 posts can now download their hall tickets. The Computer Based Test 2 (CBT-2) will be held on April 22, 2025 . The admit cards became available on April 12, 2025 , on the official RRB website: rrbapply.gov.in .
Important Dates
Here are the key dates related to the RRB Junior Engineer recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | July 30, 2024 |
| Application Start Date | July 30, 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | August 29, 2024 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | August 29, 2024 |
| Application Correction Dates | August 30 – September 08, 2024 |
| Exam City Information Available | 10 Days Before Exam |
| Admit Card Release Date | April 12, 2025 |
| CBT-2 Exam Date | April 22, 2025 |
| Result Date | To be announced soon |
About RRB Junior Engineer Posts
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is hiring for 7951 Junior Engineer (JE) posts. This includes roles like Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant. These are government jobs with Indian Railways, offering a good career path.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the RRB JE posts, candidates needed to meet the following requirements:
Age Limit (as on January 01, 2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 36 years
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have a Degree or Diploma in Engineering from any recognized university or board in India. This also applies to equivalent qualifications.
For full details, candidates should check the official RRB JE Notification 2025.
Application Fee and Refund
The application fee details were as follows:
| Category | Application Fee | Refund Amount (if appeared for CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- | ₹400/- |
| SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender | ₹250/- | ₹250/- |
Candidates paid the fee online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline via E-Challan.
RRB JE CBT-2 Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The Computer Based Test 2 (CBT-2) will test candidates on various subjects. Here is the exam pattern:
| Subject Name | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 | 15 |
| Basics of Computers and Applications | 10 | 10 |
| Basics of Environment and Pollution Control | 10 | 10 |
| Technical Abilities | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
- Total Time: 2 hours ( 120 minutes )
- Marking Scheme:
- Correct Answer: +1 Mark
- Wrong Answer: -1/3 Mark (Negative Marking)
Selection Process
The selection for RRB JE posts involves several stages:
- First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1)
- Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Download RRB JE Admit Card 2025
Candidates can download their CBT-2 admit card by following these simple steps:
- Step 1: Go to the official RRB website: rrbapply.gov.in .
- Step 2: Look for the link that says “RRB JE Admit Card/Hall Ticket 2025 Download” or similar. Click on it.
- Step 3: Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth in the required fields.
- Step 4: Click the “Submit” or “Login” button.
- Step 5: Your RRB JE CBT-2 admit card will appear on the screen.
- Step 6: Download and print a copy of your admit card.
Remember to carry the printed admit card and a valid photo ID to the examination hall on the exam day.
RRB JE Salary
Junior Engineers in the Railways receive a good salary package. The initial pay for a Junior Engineer (JE) is in Level 6 , ranging from ₹29,300 to ₹38,400 per month . They also get other allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA).