RRB JE Recruitment 2024 – 7951 Vacancies
Overview
The Government of India, Ministry of Railways, Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) has announced a recruitment drive for the positions of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and other related posts. The recruitment notification (No. 03/2024) was published on 27th July 2024. Aspiring candidates are invited to apply online for a total of 7951 vacancies. Below, you’ll find detailed information about the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, important dates, and application procedures.
Position Details
- Position Titles: Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Others
- Location: India
- Total Vacancies: 7951
Important Dates
Candidates should take note of the following key dates:
- Start Date for Online Application: 30th July 2024
- Closing Date for Online Application: 29th August 2024
- Last Date for Payment of Fee: 29th August 2024
- Modification Window for Corrections: 30th August 2024 to 8th September 2024
Application Fees
The application fees are categorized as follows:
- For General Candidates: ₹500/- (₹400/- will be refunded upon appearing in 1st stage CBT)
- For SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minorities or Economically Backward Class (EBC): ₹250/- (fully refunded upon appearing in 1st stage CBT)
- Payment Mode: Online
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
Below are the eligibility criteria, including the age limit, minimum qualification, number of vacancies, and pay scale for each position:
Chemical Supervisor / Research and Metallurgical Supervisor / Research
- Vacancies: 17 (RRB Gorakhpur only)
- Qualification: Degree/Diploma Engineering in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 18-36 years as on 1st January 2025
- Pay Scale: Rs. 44,900/-
Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant
- Vacancies: 7934
- Qualification: Degree/Diploma Engineering in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 18-36 years as on 1st January 2025
- Pay Scale: Rs. 35,400/-
RRB-wise, Railway/PU-wise & Post-wise Vacancies
- RRB-Ahmedabad: 382
- RRB-Ajmer: 529
- RRB-Bengaluru: 397
- RRB-Bhopal: 485
- RRB-Bhubaneswar: 175
- RRB-Bilaspur: 472
- RRB-Chandigarh: 356
- RRB-Chennai: 652
- RRB-Gorakhpur: 259
- RRB-Guwahati: 225
- RRB-Jammu Srinagar: 251
- RRB-Kolkata: 660
- RRB-Malda: 163
- RRB-Mumbai: 1377
- RRB-Muzaffarpur: 11
- RRB-Patna: 247
- RRB-Prayagraj: 404
- RRB-Ranchi: 167
- RRB-Secunderabad: 590
- RRB-Siliguri: 28
- RRB-Thiruvanathapuram: 121
- Grand Total (All RRBs): 7951
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes the following stages:
- 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I)
- 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-II)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
Candidates must apply through the online mode via the official websites of the RRBs. They can apply to only one RRB and submit one common online application.
1st Stage CBT:
- Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with a Scribe)
- No. of Questions: 100
- Subjects:
- Mathematics (30 Questions, 30 Marks)
- General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Questions, 25 Marks)
- General Awareness (15 Questions, 15 Marks)
- General Science (30 Questions, 30 Marks)
2nd Stage CBT:
- Duration: 120 minutes (160 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with a Scribe)
- No. of Questions: 150
- Subjects:
- General Awareness (15 Questions, 15 Marks)
- Physics & Chemistry (15 Questions, 15 Marks)
- Basics of Computers and Applications (10 Questions, 10 Marks)
- Basics of Environment and Pollution Control (10 Questions, 10 Marks)
- Technical Abilities (100 Questions, 100 Marks)
Application Procedure
To apply for the RRB JE Recruitment 2024, follow these steps:
- Visit the official RRB website.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and click on the “Apply Online” link for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) & Other.
- Fill in the required details in the online application form.
- Upload necessary documents such as educational certificates, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee through the prescribed online mode.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
Note to Applicants
Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before filling out the application form. Ensure all details are accurate and complete to avoid any issues during the recruitment process.
Good luck with your application!
