How to apply for RRB JE recruitment 2024?

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced 7934 vacancies for the Junior Engineer (JE) position, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant for 2024. This is a golden opportunity for aspiring engineers to secure a prestigious job at Indian Railways. The RRB JE exam is highly competitive, and candidates must be well-prepared to succeed. This blog provides all the essential details you need to know about the RRB JE vacancies in 2024, including important dates, eligibility criteria, the application process, and more.
 

Table of Contents

• Exam Summary

• Important Dates

• Online Form

• Application Fees

• Eligibility Criteria (As of 1/1/2025)

• Selection Process

• Exam Pattern

• Admit Card

• Cut-off

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Exam Summary

The RRB JE exam is conducted to recruit candidates for various technical posts in the Indian Railways. The positions include Junior Engineer, Junior Engineer (IT), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). The exam is in multiple stages, including Computer-Based Tests (CBTs) and Document Verification (DV).

Exam Name:  RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2024
Conducting Body:  Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name:  Junior Engineer (JE)
Job Location:  Across India
Application Mode:  Online
Selection Process:  CBTs, DV, Medical Examination

Important Dates

Release of Notification:  July 2024
Start of Online Application:  30th July
Last Date to Apply:  29th August 2024
Last Date to pay Application Fees:  29th August 2024 
CBT 1 Exam Date:  To be announced
CBT 2 Exam Date:  To be announced
Result Declaration: To be announced

Online Form

Candidates can apply for the RRB JE 2024 exam through the official RRB website. The online application process is straightforward. Follow these steps:

• Visit the official RRB website.
• Click on the "Apply Online" link for RRB JE 2024.
• Fill in the required details in the application form.
• Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature.
• Pay the application fee.
• Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

Application Fees

General/OBC:  ₹500
SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen:  ₹250

Eligibility Criteria (As of 1/1/2025)

To be eligible for the RRB JE 2024 exam, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Age Limit:  18 to 33 years
Educational Qualification:  Diploma/Degree in Engineering or Relevant Stream from a recognized institution and for JE(IT) the qualification is PGDCA/B.Sc (CS) /BCA/B.Tech(IT) /B.Tech(CS)/ DOEACC B level course of 3 years duration or equivalent from a recognized university.
Nationality:  Indian

Selection Process

The selection process for the RRB JE 2024 exam consists of the following stages:

 Computer-Based Test (CBT) - Stage 1:  This is a screening test with objective-type questions.
 Computer-Based Test (CBT) - Stage 2:  This is the main examination with a higher difficulty level.
 Document Verification (DV):  Shortlisted candidates from CBT 2 will be called for document verification.
 Medical Examination:  Candidates who clear DV will undergo a medical fitness test.

Exam Pattern

CBT 1

Duration:  90 minutes
Total Questions: 100
Subjects:  Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, General Science

CBT 2

Duration:  120 minutes
Total Questions:  150
Subjects:  General Awareness, Physics and Chemistry, Basics of Computers and Applications, Basics of Environment and Pollution Control, Technical Abilities

Admit Card

The RRB JE 2024 exam admit card will be released on the official website. Candidates can download it by entering their registration number and date of birth. It is mandatory to carry the admit card to the examination center.

Cut-off

The cut-off marks for the RRB JE exam vary each year based on the difficulty level of the exam, the number of candidates, and the number of vacancies. The cut-off will be released along with the result. Candidates must score above the cut-off marks to qualify for the next stage of the selection process. However, the expected minimum qualifying marks are 40% for general,30% for OBC and SC, and 25% for ST category candidates.

The RRB JE 2024 exam is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates to join the Indian Railways. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and prepare thoroughly for each stage of the exam. Stay updated with the official RRB notifications for the latest information. Good luck with your preparation!