The RRB JE Recruitment 2026 notification is officially released for 4,098 vacancies. Access the latest recruitment PDF, verify your eligibility, view important dates, application fees, salary packages, and the comprehensive selection process and exam pattern here.
RRB JE 2026 Notification Out
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced vacancies for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) positions under CEN No. 04/2026. Interested candidates must submit their applications via official regional RRB websites; applications via other channels will be rejected. The detailed notification and online application portal will open on 14 August 2026, with the deadline for submissions set for 13 September 2026.
Important Note: The dates mentioned are currently based on the preliminary notification issued by the RRB. The final, verified schedule will be outlined in the comprehensive RRB JE 2026 Notification. Stay tuned to this article for all official updates.
RRB JE Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| RRB JE 2026 Notification: Summary | |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement Number | CEN 04/2026 |
| Name of the Posts | Junior Engineers, Depot Material Superintendents (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistants (CMA) |
| Total Vacancies | 4,098 Posts |
| Official Notification Date | 13 August 2026 |
| RRB JE Apply Online Window | 14th August 2026 to 13th September 2026 |
| Selection Process |
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| Salary Structure | Rs. 35,400/- (Level 6th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Official Website | www.rrbapply.gov.in / rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB JE 2026 Notification: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| RRB JE 2026 Short Notice Release | 21st July 2026 |
| Detailed RRB JE Notification 2026 Release | 13th August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13th September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| RRB JE CBT 1 Exam Date | To be notified |
Important Note: These application dates are tentative according to the short notice. Confirmed scheduling will be published in the full notification on 13 August 2026.
RRB JE Vacancy 2026
The RRB has announced a total of 4,098 vacancies for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant roles across five major departments: Electrical, Civil Engineering, Mechanical, Signal & Telecommunication (S&T), and Stores. A detailed breakdown of these vacancies is provided in the table below.
RRB JE 2026 Department-Wise Vacancy Details
| Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Engineering / Civil | 1,654 |
| Mechanical | 1,213 |
| Electrical | 614 |
| Stores (DMS) | 314 |
| Signal & Telecommunication | 303 |
| Total | 4,098 |
RRB JE 2026 Zone-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Railway Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Southern Railway (SR) | 426 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) | 425 |
| Central Railway (CR) | 348 |
| Western Railway (WR) | 289 |
| Northern Railway (NR) | 287 |
| South Western Railway (SWR) | 266 |
| Eastern Railway (ER) | 265 |
| South East Central Railway (SECR) | 262 |
| North Central Railway (NCR) | 247 |
| West Central Railway (WCR) | 199 |
| North Western Railway (NWR) | 167 |
| North Eastern Railway (NER) | 118 |
| South Eastern Railway (SER) | 118 |
| Rail Coach Factory (RCF) | 109 |
| East Coast Railway (ECOR) | 106 |
| East Central Railway (ECR) | 100 |
| Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) | 70 |
| Integral Coach Factory (ICF) | 63 |
| Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) | 60 |
| RDSO | 54 |
| South Central Railway (SCR) | 34 |
| Rail Wheel Factory (RWF) | 33 |
| Modern Coach Factory (MCF) | 26 |
| South Coast Railway (SCoR) | 17 |
| Rail Wheel Plant (RWP) | 7 |
| Metro Railway | 2 |
| Total | 4,098 |
RRB JE 2026 Detailed Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Department | Sub-Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| JE/Electrical/Design Drawing & Estimation | Electrical | Design & Drawing | 41 |
| JE/Electrical/EMU | Electrical | EMU | 44 |
| JE/Electrical/General Services | Electrical | General Services | 111 |
| JE/Electrical | Electrical | PU | 38 |
| JE/Electrical/TRD | Electrical | TRD | 180 |
| JE/Electrical/TRS | Electrical | TRS | 163 |
| JE/Electrical (Workshop) | Electrical | Workshop | 33 |
| JE/Design/Electrical | Electrical | R&D | 4 |
| JE/Bridge | Engineering | Bridge | 44 |
| JE/Civil/Design Drawing & Estimation | Engineering | Design & Drawing | 190 |
| JE/P Way | Engineering | P Way | 845 |
| JE/Civil/Design Drawing & Estimation | Engineering | PU | 9 |
| JE/Works | Engineering | PU | 7 |
| JE/Design/Civil | Engineering | R&D | 8 |
| JE/Research/Civil | Engineering | R&D | 13 |
| JE/Civil (STA) | Engineering | R&D | 8 |
| JE/Track Machine | Engineering | Track Machine | 60 |
| JE/Works | Engineering | Works | 470 |
| JE/Carriage & Wagon | Mechanical | Carriage & Wagon | 450 |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant | Mechanical | CMT | 35 |
| JE/Mechanical/Design Drawing & Estimation | Mechanical | Design & Drawing | 28 |
| JE/Diesel Electrical | Mechanical | Diesel Shed | 40 |
| JE/Diesel Mechanical | Mechanical | Diesel Shed | 45 |
| JE/Mechanical | Mechanical | PU | 130 |
| JE/Mechanical/Design Drawing & Estimation | Mechanical | PU | 8 |
| JE/Mechanical (Workshop) | Mechanical | Workshop | 436 |
| JE/Millwright | Mechanical | Workshop | 29 |
| JE/Design/MP | Mechanical | R&D | 6 |
| JE/Design/C&W | Mechanical | R&D | 6 |
| JE/S&T/Design Drawing & Estimation | S&T | Design & Drawing | 10 |
| JE/Signal | S&T | Signal | 197 |
| JE/Telecommunication | S&T | Tele | 79 |
| JE/S&T (Workshop) | S&T | Workshop | 12 |
| JE/Design/S&T | S&T | R&D | 5 |
| Depot Material Superintendent | Stores | Stores Depot | 314 |
| Total | 4098 |
Eligibility Criteria for RRB JE Recruitment 2026
Before applying for the RRB JE Recruitment 2026, it is essential to verify educational qualifications, age limits, and nationality requirements as outlined in the official notification. For a comprehensive overview, review the RRB JE Eligibility Criteria 2026 detailed below.
RRB JE Educational Qualification
Detailed post-specific educational requirements are provided in the table below.
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (JE) | Three-Year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized institute, OR BE/B.Tech in the relevant engineering stream from a recognized university |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | Three-year Diploma in Engineering, in any discipline, from a recognized University/Institution |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | B.Sc. in Science with Physics and Chemistry with a minimum of 55% marks |
RRB JE Age Limit (as on 1 January 2027)
Applicants for the RRB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 must adhere to the following age limits:
| Age Limit | Age |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 33 years |
Age Relaxations
The table below details category-wise age relaxations available to candidates:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC & ST Candidates | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (≥ 6 months service) |
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| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) |
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| Serving Group C/D Railway Staff (≥ 3 years service) |
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| Candidates in Quasi-Administrative Railway Offices | Length of service OR 5 years, whichever is less |
| Widowed/Divorced/Judicially Separated Female Candidates (not remarried) |
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RRB JE Medical Standards & Eye Sight Criteria
Candidates are strongly advised to check the required medical fitness standards before submitting their applications for any Junior Engineer post.
| Medical Standard | Vision Requirement |
|---|---|
| A-3 |
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| B-1 |
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| B-2 |
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| C-1 |
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Important Note: Candidates who have undergone LASIK or any refractive-error correction surgery are not eligible for Junior Engineer positions that require the A-3 medical standard.
RRB JE Nationality Criteria
To be eligible, candidates must satisfy one of the following nationality criteria:
- An Indian citizen
- A citizen of Nepal
- A subject of Bhutan
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962, intending to permanently settle here
- An Indian-origin person who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, & East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia), intending to permanently settle in India.
Important Note: The information provided is based on previous recruitment cycles. Finalized criteria and details will be updated upon the release of the official RRB JE 2026 Notification PDF on the Indian Railways website.
Selection Process for RRB JE 2026
The RRB JE selection process comprises four stages: CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification (DV), and Medical Examination. The final merit list is determined by performance in the CBT 2 exam. You can find more details regarding the RRB JE Selection Process 2026 below.
| Stage | Selection Stage | Description |
| Stage 1 | CBT 1 Exam | A qualifying screening test covering Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science. |
| Stage 2 | CBT 2 Exam | A test covering General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Computer Applications, Environment & Pollution Control, and branch-specific Technical Abilities (used for the final merit list). |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification (DV) | Verification of educational, age, and category certificates for candidates shortlisted based on CBT 2 exam. |
| Stage 4 | Medical Examination | A fitness test as per Railways’ prescribed medical standards before final selection. |
RRB JE 2026 Application Fee
Candidates must submit the application fee online, as detailed in the table below. Please note that the fee is refundable for candidates who appear for the CBT 1 exam.
| Category | Fee | Refund (after appearing in CBT 1) |
|---|---|---|
| UR/OBC/EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Female/ Transgender/Minority/EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 refunded |
Important Notes for Application Fee Refund
- Only candidates who attend the 1st Stage CBT will be eligible for a partial fee refund after applicable bank deductions.
- Refunds will not be issued if the application is rejected, incomplete, or if the candidate fails to appear for the 1st Stage CBT.
- Candidates must ensure their bank account details are accurate to facilitate a successful refund.
RRB JE 2026 Exam Pattern
The exam consists of two parts: CBT 1 and CBT 2. After registering, candidates should familiarize themselves with the testing patterns for both phases. The comprehensive RRB JE Exam Pattern is provided in the table below.
RRB JE CBT 1 Exam Pattern
| Subjects | No. Of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| General Science | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Note: The CBT 1 exam is 90 minutes long. Candidates receive 1 mark for each correct answer, with a penalty of 1/3rd mark for each incorrect response.
RRB JE CBT 2 Exam Pattern
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | 120 minutes |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 | 15 | |
| Basics of Computer Applications | 10 | 10 | |
| Basics of Environment & Pollution | 10 | 10 | |
| Technical Abilities | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Note: The CBT 2 exam is 120 minutes long and features 150 objective-type questions. Candidates receive 1 mark for each correct answer, with a penalty of 1/3rd mark for each incorrect response.
RRB JE Syllabus 2026
The RRB JE Syllabus covers subjects including General Awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, Computer Applications, Environment & Pollution Control, and specialized technical subjects.
Non-Technical Syllabus
| Subjects | Important Topics |
| Mathematics (CBT 1) | Number Systems, Time & Distance, Time & Work, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Mensuration, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, LCM & HCF, Elementary Statistics |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning (CBT 1) | Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Alphabetical & Number Series, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Data Interpretation, Classification, Directions, Statement–Arguments |
| General Awareness (CBT 1) | Current Affairs, Indian Geography, History & Culture, Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Environmental Issues, Sports, Science & Technology |
| General Science (CBT 1) | Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences (basic level) |
| Physics & Chemistry (CBT 2) | Based on 10th standard CBSE syllabus level |
| Basics of Computers (CBT 2) | Computer Architecture, Input/Output Devices, Operating Systems, MS Office, Networking, Internet & Email |
| Basics of Environment & Pollution Control (CBT 2) | Environment basics, Pollution types & control, Global Warming, Ozone Depletion, Waste Management |
Technical Syllabus
| Subjects | Important Topics |
| Civil | Engineering Mechanics, Building Construction & Materials, Surveying, Concrete Technology, Geotechnical Engineering, Hydraulics, Structural Design, Transportation & Highway Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Estimating & Costing |
| Mechanical | Engineering Mechanics, Materials Science, Strength of Materials, Machining & Welding, Metrology, Fluid Mechanics, Thermal Engineering, Industrial Management |
| Electrical | Circuit Laws, Magnetic Circuits, AC Fundamentals, Electrical Machines, Power Generation/Transmission/Distribution, Switchgear & Protection, Basic Electronics |
| Electronics | Electronic Devices & Circuits, Digital Electronics, Microprocessors, Communication Engineering, Networking, Computer Programming |
| CMA | Physics & Chemistry fundamentals, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Metallurgy, Environmental Chemistry |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Supervisor | Fuels, Metallurgy, Thermodynamics, Applied Chemistry, Industrial Chemicals, Basic Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering |
RRB JE 2026 Salary Structure
Salary structures vary between the training phase and post-training service. View the complete breakdown of the RRB JE salary structure for both phases here.
RRB JE 2026 Salary in Training Period
| RRB JE Salary 2026 | |
| Components | In rupees |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 35,400/- |
| Dearness Allowances | Rs. 10,974/- (31% of Basic Pay) |
| Total | Rs. 46,374/- (No Deductions) |
RRB JE 2026 Salary After Training
| RRB JE Salary 2026 | |||
| Income (Gross) | Deductions | ||
| Salary Components | In Rupees | Salary Components | In Rupees |
| Basic Salary | Rs. 36,500/- | Income Tax | Rs. 6,163/- |
| Dearness Allowances (DA) | Rs. 11,315/- | Professional Tax | Rs. 200/- |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Rs. 9855/- | Miscellaneous Tax | Rs. 1,000/- |
| Travel Allowances (TA) | Rs. 4716/- | ||
| Total | Rs. 62,386/- | Total | Rs. 7,363/- |
| Net In-Hand Salary: Rs. 55,023/- | |||
RRB JE 2026 Exam Centres List
Review the list of available examination centers for the RRB JE Recruitment 2026 in the table below.
| State | Exam Cities |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Anand, Bharuch, Bhavnagar, Bhuj, Gandhinagar, Jamnagar, Rajkot, Surat |
| Rajasthan | Ajmer, Alwar, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur |
| Uttar Pradesh | Allahabad, Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Varanasi |
| Karnataka | Bangalore, Belgaum, Hubli, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Tumkur |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Ujjain |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela, Sambalpur, Berhampur |
| Chhattisgarh | Bilaspur, Durg, Raipur |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem, Tiruchirapalli |
| Assam | Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Silchar |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu, Srinagar |
| West Bengal | Kolkata, Asansol, Siliguri |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Thane |
| Bihar | Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar |
| Kerala | Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode |
What After RRB JE Application Form Submission?
After finalizing your registration for the RRB JE Recruitment 2026, await the official announcement of the CBT 1 exam dates. Subsequent phases of the recruitment process are detailed in the table below.
| Event | Release Date |
| City Intimation Slip (CBT 1 & CBT 2) | 7 to 10 Days Before Exam Date |
| Free Travel Pass (SC/ST Candidates) | 7 to 10 Days Before Exam Date |
| Admit Card Release | 4 Days Before Scheduled Exam Date |
| Answer Key & Objection Tracker | 3 to 7 Days After Examination |
| CBT 1 Normalized Result & Shortlist | 4 to 6 Weeks Post Exam |
FAQs
The official, detailed notification for RRB JE 2026 is scheduled for release on 13 August 2026.
The application fee is ₹500 for Unreserved/OBC candidates and ₹250 for reserved categories and female candidates.
Yes, candidates must possess their final Degree/Diploma certificates on or before the application closing date of 13 September 2026.
The starting basic pay for Pay Level 6 is ₹35,400 per month, supplemented by additional allowances including DA, HRA, and TA.
Candidates can apply online through rrb.indianrailways.gov.in or their designated regional RRB website once the application portal is active.
The recruitment selection process comprises CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
The RRB JE online application window opens on 14 August 2026 and closes on 13 September 2026.