RRB JE Recruitment 2024: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the RRB JE Recruitment 2024 through Central Employment Notice (CEN-03/2024). This notification highlights the availability of 7934 positions for Junior Engineers (JE), Depot Material Superintendents, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistants. The application process will commence on July 30, 2024, and continue until August 29, 2024. This recruitment drive aims to fill a significant number of vacancies across various regions, including 17 specialized vacancies for Chemical Supervisors/Research & Metallurgical Supervisors/Research in RRB Gorakhpur.
Important Dates for RRB JE Recruitment 2024
Candidates interested in applying for these positions should mark their calendars with the following important dates:
- Notification Release Date: July 22, 2024
- Employment Newspaper Publication: July 27 to August 2, 2024
- Online Application Start Date: July 30, 2024
- Online Application End Date: August 29, 2024
Ensure to complete your application within this period to avoid any last-minute issues.
Age Limit for RRB JE Recruitment 2024
To be eligible for the RRB JE Recruitment 2024, candidates must meet the following age criteria:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
The age calculation is based on January 1, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for various reserved categories.
Posts Available in RRB JE Recruitment 2024
The RRB JE Recruitment 2024 offers a total of 7934 vacancies. These include positions for Junior Engineers, Depot Material Superintendents, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistants. The specific qualifications required for each post are as follows:
- Junior Engineer (JE): B.E/B.Tech Degree or Diploma in a related discipline
- Depot Material Superintendent: Relevant engineering degree or diploma
- Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant: Specific qualifications as mentioned in the official notification
- Other Posts: Specific qualifications as detailed in the official notification
RRB JE 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The RRB JE 2024 recruitment offers several posts with specific eligibility criteria. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
Junior Engineer
- Educational Qualification: A diploma or degree in Engineering or a relevant stream from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 years.
Depot Material Superintendent
- Educational Qualification: A diploma or degree in Engineering from any discipline.
Junior Engineer (Information Technology)
- Educational Qualification: PGDCA, B.Sc. (Computer Science), BCA, B.Tech (IT), B.Tech (Computer Science), or DOEACC B level course of 3 years duration or equivalent from a recognized university/institute.
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant
- Educational Qualification: A bachelor’s degree in Science with Physics and Chemistry, with a minimum of 55% marks.
Application Fees for RRB JE Recruitment 2024
The application fee structure for the RRB JE Recruitment 2024 is as follows:
- General, OBC, EWS: Rs. 500 (Rs. 400 refunded after appearing in the CBT Stage 1)
- SC, ST, ESM, Female, EBC, Transgender: Rs. 250 (Fully refunded after appearing in the CBT Stage 1)
Fees can be paid online through various payment methods.
RRB JE 2024 Selection Process
The selection process for RRB JE 2024 comprises four stages, and candidates must clear each stage to be shortlisted for the final recruitment.
Stage 1: First Stage of CBT
This is the initial Computer Based Test that all candidates must pass.
Stage 2: Second Stage of CBT
Candidates who clear the first stage move on to the second Computer Based Test.
Stage 3: Document Verification
Qualified candidates will have their documents verified to ensure authenticity and eligibility.
Stage 4: Medical Examination
The final stage is a medical examination to confirm the candidates’ fitness for the job.
RRB JE 2024 Exam Pattern
The Railway Recruitment Board has outlined the exam pattern for both CBT 1 and CBT 2 exams for RRB JE 2024.
General Guidelines
- There is a negative marking of ⅓ marks for incorrect answers in the CBTs.
- The duration for the CBT 1 exam is 90 minutes, while the CBT 2 exam lasts 120 minutes.
- CBT 1 consists of 100 questions, and CBT 2 has 150 questions.
- The questions in the Computer Based Test will be multiple-choice.
RRB JE 2024 CBT 1 Exam Pattern
- Mathematics: 30 questions
- General Intelligence and Reasoning: 25 questions
- General Awareness: 15 questions
- General Science: 30 questions
- Total: 100 questions, 100 marks, duration 90 minutes
RRB JE 2024 CBT 2 Exam Pattern
- General Awareness: 15 questions
- Physics & Chemistry: 15 questions
- Basics of Computers and Applications: 10 questions
- Basics of Environment and Pollution Control: 10 questions
- Technical Abilities: 100 questions
- Total: 150 questions, 150 marks, duration 120 minutes
How to Apply for RRB JE Recruitment 2024
Follow these steps to successfully apply for the RRB JE Recruitment 2024:
- Visit the regional RRB website or go to rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on the new registration link if you haven’t registered before.
- Log in using your mobile number/email ID and password.
- Fill out the RRB JE 2024 Application Form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents, including your photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment options.
- Submit the completed application form.
- Print a copy of the submitted application form for your records.
RRB JE Recruitment 2024 Important Links
Short Notification: Download
Online Application: Click Here
RRB JE Official Website: Visit Here
