The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced a major recruitment for Junior Engineer (JE) and Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), including 3,993 vacancies. This RRB JE notification includes departments such as Engineering/Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Stores, and S&T, covering 21 railway zones. Interested candidates can apply online from 14 August 2026 to 13 September 2026 through the RRB official website: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/
RRB JE Recruitment 2026: The RRB is going to recruit a significant number of Junior Engineers this year. For candidates who have been waiting for this recruitment for a long time, the wait is over. Those candidates who have a B.Tech/B.E/B.Sc Degree and diploma can apply for this post. This article covers complete details regarding the notification, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, Important Dates, syllabus, & salary, minimum qualifications, and more.
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Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | CEN No. 04/2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 3,993 Posts |
| Salary | ₹35,400, DA, HRA and Other Allowances |
| Pay level | Level 6 |
| Age Limit | 18–33 Years |
| Job Location | All India |
| Job Type | Regular |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV & Medical |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
Notification Released: 25 July 2026
Online Application Starts: 14 August 2026
Application Form Last Date: 13 September 2026
Fee Payment Last Date: 15 September 2026
Correction Window: 16 to 25 September 2026
Scribe Details & Submission Window: 26 September 2026 to 30 September 2026
RRB JE CBT Exam Date: To be notified
Total Vacancies
The RRB JE vacancies have been distributed according to the 21 zones. Candidates will select the Railway Zone closest to their preferred location.
| Department | Total Vacancies |
| Engineering / Civil | 1,638 |
| Mechanical | 1,125 |
| Electrical | 599 |
| Stores | 324 |
| S&T | 307 |
| Total | 3,993 |
RRB JE Zone-wise vacancies
| RRB Zone | Total Vacancies |
| Ahmedabad | 143 |
| Ajmer | 252 |
| Bengaluru | 298 |
| Bhopal | 113 |
| Bhubaneswar | 86 |
| Bilaspur | 124 |
| Chandigarh | 183 |
| Chennai | 362 |
| Gorakhpur | 198 |
| Guwahati | 329 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | 152 |
| Kolkata | 457 |
| Malda | 30 |
| Mumbai | 411 |
| Muzaffarpur | 17 |
| Patna | 73 |
| Prayagraj | 340 |
| Ranchi | 122 |
| Secunderabad | 110 |
| Siliguri | 92 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 101 |
| Grand Total | 3,993 |
Department & Category-wise Vacancies
| Department | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
| Electrical | 279 | 79 | 50 | 131 | 60 | 599 |
| Engineering / Civil | 670 | 259 | 140 | 407 | 162 | 1,638 |
| Mechanical | 464 | 182 | 110 | 251 | 118 | 1,125 |
| S&T | 147 | 47 | 34 | 55 | 24 | 307 |
| Stores | 139 | 57 | 29 | 69 | 30 | 324 |
| Grand Total | 1,699 | 624 | 363 | 913 | 394 | 3,993 |
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Education Qualification & Eligibility Criteria
The candidates’ educational qualifications must be completed before September 13, 2026.
- Junior Engineer (JE): Candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech degree in a relevant field or a 3-year Diploma in engineering from a recognized Institute/University.
- Depot Material Superintendent (DMS): Candidates must have completed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute.
- Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA): Candidates who have passed B.Sc. in Science (Physics, Chemistry) with a minimum of 55% marks.
Important Note: Candidates who are in their final year or awaiting results are not eligible for this recruitment. Studies must be completed before the closing date as specified in the prescribed notification.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 01 January 2027
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR/EWS) | 3 years after deduction of service |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 years after deduction of service |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years after deduction of service |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Railway Serving Employees | Up to 40/43/45 years |
| Widowed / Divorced Women | Up to 35/38/40 years |
Medical and Eye Sight Requirements
| Standard | Distance Vision | Near Vision | Other Requirements |
| A-3 | 6/9, 6/9 | Sn: 0.6, 0.6 | Colour, Binocular, Night & Mesopic Vision |
| B-1 | 6/9, 6/12 | Sn: 0.6, 0.6 | Colour, Binocular, Night & Mesopic Vision |
| C-1 | 6/12, 6/18 | Sn: 0.6, 0.6 | — |
Nationality / Citizenship
| Category | Eligibility |
| Indian Citizen | Citizen of India |
| Nepal | Citizen of Nepal |
| Bhutan | Subject of Bhutan |
| Tibetan Refugee | Arrived in India before January 1, 1962, who plan to permanently settle in India |
| Person of Indian Origin | Migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, or specified East African countries, who plan to permanently settle in India |
Selection Process
RRB JE Recruitment selection process comprises four stages:
- CBT-1 (Screening)
- CBT-2
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CBT-1 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | — |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | — |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | — |
| General Science | 30 | 30 | — |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 Minutes |
- Duration: 90 minutes (for scribe candidates: 120 minutes)
- Negative Marking: ⅓ mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS – 40%, OBC – 30%, SC – 30%, ST – 25%
CBT-II Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 | 15 |
| Basics of Computers & Applications | 10 | 10 |
| Basics of Environment & Pollution Control | 10 | 10 |
| Technical Abilities | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
- Duration: 120 minutes (for scribe candidates: 160 minutes)
- Negative Marking: ⅓ mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS – 40%, OBC – 30%, SC – 30%, ST – 25%
Minimum Qualifying Marks
The minimum qualifying marks for each category have been specified according to the prescribed notification. As given, candidates must score at least these marks.
- UR: 40%
- EWS: 40%
- OBC-NCL: 30%
- SC: 30%
- ST: 25%
Salary Details
RRB JE for selected candidates—both during the probation period and regularly after its completion—is given in the table below.
| Post | Salary |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Basic Pay: | ₹35,400, DA, HRA and Other Allowances |
Application Fee
| Post | Application Fee | Refund |
| UR/OBC/EWS | ₹500/- | ₹400/- refunded after CBT-1 Exam |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Ser/Female/ Transgender/Minority | ₹250/- | ₹250/- refunded after CBT-1 Exam |
Required Documents
Candidates will need the documents listed below while filling out the form.
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Mark Sheets
- 10th / Matriculation Certificate
- SC / ST Certificate
- OBC-NCL Certificate
- EWS Certificate
- PwBD Certificate
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate
- Other Relevant Certificates
- Photo & Signature
Apply Link
| Official Website | Click here |
| Official Notification | Click here |
| Application Status | The job is closed. Last Date: 13 September 2026 |
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How To Apply Online
- Visit the official RRB website: https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/
- If candidates don’t have an account on the RRB website, create an account at the top of the bar.
- Candidates select only one RRB and choose the Railway Zones/Production Units and posts/categories according to their preference for which he/she wants to apply.
- Fill in all the required details carefully as mentioned in the application form.
- Capture a Live photo and handwritten signature in the specified format (30–49 KB).
- Pay the examination fee online through net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
- After the payment is made, download the application form and keep a printout for your future.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the total number of vacancies for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?
A total of 3,993 vacancies have been released for RRB JE Recruitment 2026.
2. What is the educational qualification?
A candidate must have B.Tech/B.E/Diploma in a relevant discipline from a recognised university/Institute. Educational qualifications have been determined based on the post and the engineering discipline.
3. What is the age limit?
Candidates’ age should be 18 to 33 years as on 01 January 2027. Age relaxation will be provided as per Railway Board rules and regulations.
4. What is the selection process?
The RRB JE Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of four stages:
- CBT-1
- CBT-2
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
5. What is the salary of an RRB JE?
Selected candidates’ starting salary will be: Basic Pay ₹35,400 + applicable allowances.
6. What is the application fee?
The application fee for RRB JE 2026 is based on the candidate’s category:
- General Candidates: ₹500/-
- SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities: ₹250/-
7. What is the nationality for RRB JE?
The candidate must be an Indian citizen, a citizen of Nepal, a subject of Bhutan, or a Person of Indian Origin who has migrated from the specified countries. Candidates from Nepal, Bhutan, or the specified migrant categories must have a Certificate of Eligibility from the Government of India.
8. Can candidates who are waiting for the final results also apply for the RRB JE Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who have not completed their educational qualifications and studying in the final semester are not eligible for this post.
9. When will the RRB 2026 exams be conducted?
CBT exam date has not been confirmed by the RRB Board.
10. What happens if a candidate fails in the medical examination for the RRB recruitment 2026?
If a candidate fails in the medical examination, He/She will be disqualified for the RRB recruitment 2026.
Important Instructions
- A candidate can only select one RRB.
- If candidates submit multiple application forms, the chances of their application forms being rejected will increase.
- If candidates make mistakes while filling out the application form, the correction window will be available from September 16 to September 25, 2026.
- Once a CBT center, date, or shift has been allotted, requests to change it will not be accepted.
- Once a mobile number or email ID is added during account creation, no further modifications can be made.
