RRB JE 2019: Admit Card, Syllabus and Cutoff

RRB JE 2019 helps to recruit candidates for the post of junior engineers in the Indian Railways. The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) appoints candidates to the following posts:

• Junior Engineer
• Junior Engineer Information Technology
• Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
• Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)

RRB JE Recruitment Highlights

Here are some important information about RRB JE 2019:

Exam Name	RRB JE (Railway Recruitment Board Junior Engineer)
Conducting Body	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Application Process	Online; January 02, 2019- January 31, 2019
Exam Date	April or May 2019
Mode of Exam	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Vacancies	14033
Salary	INR 29300- INR 34800
Job Location	Pan India

RRB JE Exam Dates 2019

RRB JE Notification has been released on the official website in PDF format by the board. Find below RRB JE Exam Dates to apply and prepare for the exam:

Events	Dates
RRB JE Notification was released on	January 02, 2019
RRB JE Application form was available from	January 02, 2019
RRB JE Application Form can be filled until	January 31, 2019
RRB JE Admit Card will be officially released on	10-15 days before the exam
RRB JE Exam will be conducted on	April or May 2019 (expected)

RRB JE Vacancy

Railway Recruitment offers job opportunities to talented and aspiring candidates by releasing a large number of vacancies. RRB JE Vacancy 2019 sums up to 14033. However, RRB JE Vacancy 2019 is lesser than the vacancies released in 2018. There is an average decrease of 2% in the number of vacancies released recently by RRB. Check below the RRB JE Vacancy 2019:

 

RRB JE Eligibility 2019

Keep in mind that candidates need to satisfy the given RRB JE Eligibility before they fill in the application form.

• Age Limit- 18 years- 33 years
• Minimum Education Qualification- Graduate Degree
• Citizenship- Indian, Bhutan or Nepal

What is the age limit to apply for RRB JE?

The minimum age required to apply for railway recruitment is 18 years while the maximum age is 33 years. Note: The age limit is relaxable depending on government reservation regulations.

Branch-wise Education Qualification for RRB JE Recruitment

Here is the education qualification required to apply for RRB JE depending upon the branch chosen:

• Junior Engineer- Diploma/Degree in Engineering or relevant stream
• Junior Engineer IT- PGDCA/B.Sc. (Computer Science)/ BCA/ B.Tech (IT)/ B.Tech (Computer Science)/ DOEACC B level course of 3 years duration or equivalent from recognized university/institute
• DMS- Diploma/ Degree in Engineering from any discipline
• CMA- B.Sc. in Physics/ Chemistry with minimum 55% marks

RRB JE Online Application Form 2019

RRB JE Application Form 2019 has been released online on http://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/. Fill and submit the application form before January 31, 2019. Follow the steps given below to apply online for RRB JE 2019:

• Visit the official website and click on the link for online application
• Select the desired RRB after checking the vacancy offered and click on “New Registration” (for new users) or “Already Registered” (for existing users)
• Fill the registration form with all the required details and click on “Submit”
• Carefully save the registration ID and Password received
• Validate the email and mobile number by entering the OTP received
• Fill the form with all the required details:

Filled in some incorrect details in the RRB JE Application Form? Candidates can correct the information entered incorrectly when RRB JE Application Form Correction window opens. Note that one cannot edit the following details:

• E-mail ID
• Mobile Number
• Opted RRB
• Registration Number

Application Fee for RRB JE 2019

There is an online and offline mode of payment for RRB JE. Choose a convenient payment method and submit the application form in time.

• Online Method- Credit Card/ Debit Card/ Net Banking
• Offline Method- SBI Challan/Post Office Challan

Category	Application Fee
UR/OBC	INR 500
SC/ST/OBC	INR 250

Note: Application fee is subject to refund after the exam is conducted. SC/ST candidates will get the entire amount refunded while OBC/General candidates will get INR 400 as a refund.

RRB JE Admit Card 2019

RRB JE Admit Card 2019 will be released online on the official website of RRB. Candidates can download it 10-15 days before the exam date. Here are steps to download RRB JE Hall Ticket:

• Visit the official website and find the direct link to download RRB JE Admit Card
• Enter the registration number and password
• Post submission, one can find and review the admit card
• Print multiple copies of the admit card, in case of no errors

In case of errors in the admit card, report about the same to the applied RRB. They will re-issue the corrected admit card before the scheduled exam date.

RRB JE Exam Center 2019

Applicants get an option to select the exam city or their desired RRB Location while filling the RRB JE Application form. However, they can find the exam venue and complete address details on the admit card.

RRB JE 2019 Exam Pattern

RRB JE is conducted in the online mode. RRB JE Recruitment is done in three stages. Calculation of normalized scores in Stage 1 can lead qualified candidates to the Stage 2. Here are the details of RRB JE Exam Pattern for both Stage 1 and Stage 2:

RRB JE Recruitment: Exam Pattern for Stage 1

RRB JE Recruitment Stage 1 CBT is conducted in online mode. Here are the important details about the exam pattern for RRB JE Stage 1:

• There are a total of 100 questions each carrying one mark.
• This exam is marked negatively for each incorrect answer.
• Candidates lose 1/3 mark or -0.33 mark for each incorrect submission.
• There are 4 sections containing a different number of questions.
• The normalized score qualifies candidates to the CBT Stage 2 for RRB JE.

Mode	Online; Computer Based Test
Total Number of Questions	100
Type	Objective Type
Maximum Marks	100
Duration	1 hour 30 minutes (2 hours for PwD candidates)
Language of the Question Paper	English, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati, Punjabi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Konkani, Odiya, Assamese, Bengali, Manipuri, and Malayalam
Sections in the exam	Mathematics, General Awareness, General Science, General Intelligence and Reasoning
Marking Scheme	+1 for Correct Answer
Negative Marking	-1/3 for Incorrect Answer

The minimum passing marks (percentage) for each category are mentioned below:

• General category candidates must score 40% (40 marks) to qualify to Stage 2
• OBC and SC candidates have to score atleast 30% (30 marks) in Stage 1 to qualify for Stage 2
• ST candidates must score 25% (25 marks) in Stage 1 to move to Stage 2.

RRB JE Recruitment: Exam Pattern for Stage 2

RRB JE Recruitment Stage 2 exam is also conducted in online mode. Given below are the details about the exam pattern for RRB JE:

• The total number of questions in Stage 2 is 150.
• There are 5 sections in this stage containing a different number of questions.
• Candidates can qualify for the Stage 2 on the basis of normalized score in Stage 1.
• Each question in the exam carries 1 mark which means the candidate can score a maximum of 150 marks.
• There is a negative marking of -1/3 mark for each incorrect answer.
• Students will be provided with a virtual calculator on their screen in the Stage 2 exam.

Mode	Online; Computer Based Test
Total Number of Questions	150
Type	Objective Type
Maximum Marks	150
Duration	2 hours (120 minutes)
Language of Question Paper	English, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati, Punjabi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Konkani, Odiya, Assamese, Bengali, Manipuri, and Malayalam
Sections in the exam	Physics & Chemistry, General Awareness, Basics of Computers & Applications, Basics of Environment & Pollution Control and Technical Abilities
Marking Scheme	+1 for Correct Answer
Negative Marking	-1/3 for Incorrect Answer

The minimum marks required to qualify RRB JE Stage 2 are as follows:

• Candidates belonging to general or unreserved category must score 40% (60 marks) in Stage 2.
• OBC and SC candidates must obtain atleast 30% (45 marks) in Stage 2 to qualify the RRB JE Recruitment
• Candidates belonging to ST category have to score 25% (37.50 marks) to clear Stage 2.

RRB JE Syllabus 2019

RRB JE Syllabus is crucial to begin the preparation for the recruitment exam. Given below are the section-wise and branch-wise RRB JE Syllabus 2019:

Important Topics from RRB JE General Intelligence Syllabus

Given below are the important topics from General Intelligence:

Number Series	Statement conclusion
Syllogism	Word Building
Input-Output	Seating arrangement,
Coding-decoding	Clock
Direction sense test	Calendar
Blood relations	Similarities and differences
Arithmetical reasoning and figural classification	Analogy
Arithmetic number series	Space visualization / orientation
Non-verbal series	Decision making
Coding and decoding	Visual memory

Important Topics from RRB JE Reasoning Syllabus

Given below are the important topics from Reasoning Ability:

Interests	Age problems
Ratio & proportion	Data Interpretation
Percentage	Time and distance / work
Pipes & Cisterns	Profit & loss
Mensuration	Algebra

Important Topics from RRB JE General Awareness Syllabus

Following are the important topics from General Awareness:

Question Will Be Asked From Indian History	Banking
Indian Polity	Sports
Current Events	Some Questions from Finance Marketing Can Be Ask In the Exam
Geography	Focus Will Be On News Related To Railway
Economy	Rail Budget
Focus Will Be On Current National & International Events	New Technologies & Reform in Indian Railway

Important Topics from RRB JE Maths Syllabus

Mentioned below are the important topics from maths syllabus in RRB JE:

Algebra Basic Algebra	Profit & Loss
Factors & Simplification	Pipes & Cisterns
Polynomials	Mensuration
Arithmetic Simple & Compound Interest	Problem on Ages
Instalments	Investment
Taxation	From Data Interpretation Use of Tables and Graphs
Shares & Dividends	Histogram
Ratio & Proportion	Frequency Polygon
Percentage	Bar-Diagram
Time	Pie-Chart
Distance & Work	Pictorial Graph

Important Topics from RRB JE Civil Engineering Syllabus

Find below the important topics to be prepared from RRB JE Civil Syllabus:

Costing and Valuation & Building Materials	Highway Planning
Mechanics	Traffic Engineering
Soil Mechanics	Surveying
Structural Analysis	Coordinate system
Concrete Structures	Projections
Steel Structures	Errors and adjustments
Hydraulics, Hydrology	Curves
Construction	Environmental Engineering
Construction/ Structure Engineering and drawing	Measurements of distance and directions
Water requirements

Important Topics from RRB JE Mechanical Engineering Syllabus

Mentioned below are the important topics asked from RRB JE Mechanical Syllabus:

Theory of Machines	Power Engineering
Kinematics of Machine	Steam Tables
Engineering Mechanics	Thermodynamics cycles
Fluid Mechanics	I.C. Engines cycles, Casting
Heat Transfer	Machining and Machine Tool Operations
Thermodynamics	Metrology and Inspection subject’s topics

Important Topics from RRB JE Electrical Engineering Syllabus

The following are important topics asked from RRB JE Electrical Syllabus:

Basics of circuit & Power Electronics	Signals and Systems
Electrical and Electronic Measurements	Electrical Machines
Analog and Digital Electronics	Power and Control Systems etc.
Circuits and Measurement Systems

Important Topics from RRB JE IT Syllabus

Here are the important topics from RRB JE IT Syllabus:

MS Office	UNIX
Computer fundamentals & organization	SAD
C, C++ & Java language	Data & Network communication
Information systems	Web technology & programming
DBMS	Software Engineering;
System programming	Environment & Pollution Control
Operating systems

Important Topics from RRB JE Electronics Syllabus

Find below the important topics from RRB JE Electronics Syllabus:

Electronic Devices	Generation and recombination of carriers
Energy bands	Junctions
Signal & System	Diodes
Wireless Communication	Tunnel
Carrier transport in silicon	Analog and Digital Circuits, & Communication
Diffusion current,	EMFT
Drift current, mobility, and resistivity	Basics of Signal & Systems

Important Topics from RRB JE Environment Syllabus

Here are the important topics asked in RRB JE from Environment and Pollution:

• Topics of Environment
• Pollution based topics
• Sources and Control Methods

Important Topics from RRB JE Engineering Drawing Syllabus

Prepare basics of drawing and graphics as important topics for Engineering Drawing exam in RRB JE Recruitment.

RRB JE Books

Given below are the best books for preparation of RRB JE Recruitment:

• Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations

• A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning

• Lucent’s General Knowledge

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RRB JE Result

RRB JE Result is announced in PDF on the official website of RRB. The result or scores of candidates are calculated through a normalized method. Candidate can follow the steps below to check the result:

• Visit the official website of the chosen RRB.
• Find the direct link to check the RRB JE Result
• Enter registration and date of birth to login
• Find your roll number in the generated merit list

Normalization of Marks

The normalization takes into account the examination conducted in multi-session/ single sessions and the difficulty of exams. This normalization uses the raw marks to generate a common standard for the Merit List. Based on the normalization, a combined Merit List will be published in the descending order and the allotment will be done as per the post preferences.

RRB JE Selection Process

RRB JE Recruitment to the desired posts involves 4 stages:

• RRB JE Stage 1 exam (Online test)
• RRB JE Stage 2 exam (Online Test)
• Document Verification
• Medical Checkup

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RRB JE Recruitment Salary

RRB JE helps candidates qualify for posts in Indian Railways. Given below are the salaries offered to the qualifying candidates:

Component	Class A Cities	Class B Cities	Class C Cities
Basic Pay	13,500	13,500	13,500
Dearness Allowance (125% of Basic)	16,875	16,875	16,875
House Rent Allowance	4050 (30% of Basic)	2,700 (20% of Basic)	1,350 (10% of Basic)
Other Allowance	4000	4000	4000
Salary In Hand	38,425	37,075	35,725
Deduction (Approx.)	2,000	2,000	2,000
Total Pay(₹)	36,425	35,075	33,725

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RRB JE Expected Cut off 2019

RRB JE Cut off helps candidates to determine their qualification to the next round of the recruitment before the results are announced. RRB announces a cumulative cut off for RRB JE. There is no sectional RRB JE Cut off. Here is the expected cut off marks/list for RRB JE Recruitment:

Category	Cut off
General	76-84
OBC	75-79
SC	68-72
ST	64-70

Documents Required for Verification in RRB JE 2019

Given below is the list of documents required during the document verification process for RRB JE 2019:

• Two self-attested photocopies of all documents and the copies should be scanned copies in the true colour.
• Matriculation/ High School Certificate for DOB verification.
• Diploma/Engineering/Science Degree certificates along with the Mark-sheets of all Semesters.
• Category certificates for reserved candidates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL etc.)
• NOC from the already serving employees
• Self-declaration by Transgender candidates
• Receipt of payment if the payment was made through SBI Challan or Computerized Post Office
• J & K domicile Certificate for candidates belonging to Jammu & Kashmir

Note: All the mentioned documents are checked to verify the eligibility of the candidate. They must be carried in Original hard copies.