The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has extended the registration deadline for the Junior Engineer (JE) 2025 recruitment examination. Eligible candidates now have until December 10, 2025 , to submit their applications. This update provides an additional ten days from the previous deadline of November 30, 2025.
Alongside the deadline extension, the RRB has increased the total number of vacancies for the Junior Engineer positions. The updated total stands at 2,588 posts, an increase from the previously announced 2,569 vacancies. This adjustment reflects additional opportunities in specific railway units.
Key Application Dates
The final date for candidates to complete their application fee payment is December 12, 2025 . This follows the extended registration period. All application submissions and fee payments must be completed by these respective deadlines.
Application Modification Window
Candidates who have already submitted their applications can modify certain preferences without incurring any additional fees. This modification window became active on November 25, 2025 . It allows applicants to change their chosen RRB, post preference, and Zonal Railway(s)/Production Unit within their opted RRB. This free modification period will remain open until the final application submission closing date of December 10, 2025 . Applicants should utilize their provided login credentials on the official websites to access this feature.
Revised Vacancy Details
The total increase in vacancies amounts to 19 new Junior Engineer positions. These additional posts are located within two specific railway establishments. Rail Coach Factory (RCF) in Kapurthala, operating under RRB Jammu-Srinagar, has received an increase in its allocated positions. Similarly, Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, managed by RRB Chennai, also shows an increment in available roles.
Following these revisions, RRB Jammu-Srinagar now offers a total of 95 Junior Engineer vacancies. RRB Chennai has an updated total of 169 Junior Engineer vacancies. These figures contribute to the new nationwide total of 2,588 available posts.
Further Correction and Scribe Details
A separate window for general application form corrections will be available to all candidates. This correction period will run from December 13, 2025, to December 22, 2025 . Any modifications made during this specific window will require payment of a modification fee.
Eligible scribe candidates must submit their details through the designated portal. The submission window for scribe information is scheduled from December 23, 2025, to December 27, 2025 . Scribes assist candidates with disabilities during examinations.
Important Advisory: Fraud Warning
The Railway Recruitment Board has issued a strong warning to all applicants. Candidates are advised to be cautious of individuals who may offer false promises of securing jobs through illicit methods. The RRB emphasizes that its entire recruitment process is fully computerized and operates transparently. Selection for all Junior Engineer positions is based strictly on merit, determined solely through the examination process.