RRB JE 2025 Expected Vacancy: Region‑Wise Breakdown & Latest Updates

The RRB JE (Junior Engineer) recruitment is one of the most anticipated government exams in 2025. Aspiring engineers eagerly await the expected vacancy list, region‑wise distribution, eligibility norms, and exam schedule. In this blog, we analyze reliable sources to provide an estimated vacancy count plus essential updates to help you stay ahead.

What is the RRB JE 2025 Expected Vacancy?

While the official notification is expected between July and September 2025 , preliminary estimates suggest that RRB JE 2025 may feature approximately 6,500 to 8,000 vacancies across various roles and RRB zones 

The 2025 recruitment drive (CEN) is likely to include posts such as:

• Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics)

• Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)

• Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)

• Chemical/Metallurgical Supervisor (Research) in select zones 

Vacancy Forecast: Post‑Wise & Region‑Wise Estimates

Vacancy by Post (Estimated)

(Based on 7,951 total vacancies in an early estimate) 

Timeline & Important Dates (Estimated)

• Education: Diploma/B.E./B.Tech. in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics), or B.Sc. with Physics & Chemistry (55%) for CMA post 

• Age Limit: 18–33 years as of Jan 1, 2025; age relaxation applies (SC/ST: +5 yrs; OBC-NCL: +3 yrs; PwBD as per norms) 

• Selection:

  1. CBT-1

  2. CBT-2

  3. Document Verification

  4. Medical Examination 

Salary & Pay Scale

• Junior Engineer / DMS / CMA: Pay Level 6 – ₹35,400 basic pay plus allowances

• Chemical/Metallurgical Supervisor (Research): Pay Level 7 – ₹44,900 basic pay 

Preparation Strategy

• Practice CBT‑1 fundamentals: Reasoning, Maths, General Awareness

• Master technical subjects per your engineering stream

• Take full-length mock tests and revise previous year trends

FAQs

Q1: When will RRB JE 2025 vacancies be officially released?
A1: Official vacancy numbers will come with the notification expected between July and September 2025 .

Q2: How many RRB JE 2025 vacancies are expected?
A2: Based on early insights, around 6,500 to 8,000 posts across JE, DMS, CMA, and limited supervisor roles 

Q3: Which zones have the highest vacancies?
A3: Mumbai (∼1,300+), Kolkata (∼660), Chennai (∼650), Ajmer (∼530), Bhopal (∼485), Bilaspur (∼472), Secunderabad (∼590), Bengaluru (∼397), Prayagraj (∼404) 

Q4: Who can apply for RRB JE?
A4: Candidates aged 18–33 (plus applicable relaxations) with engineering diploma/degree or B.Sc. (Physics & Chemistry) are eligible 

final thoughts & Call to Action

With expected vacancies ranging between 6,500 and 8,000, RRB JE 2025 offers a golden opportunity for engineering aspirants. Stay updated—subscribe for notification alerts, plan your application timeline, and start structured exam preparation today.