RRB JE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 3993 Vacancies

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have released CEN No. 04/2026 for the recruitment of Junior Engineer (JE) and Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) posts. The recruitment drive offers 3,993 vacancies across 21 RRBs under the Ministry of Railways, with posts carrying Pay Level 6.

The RRB JE Recruitment 2026 application process starts on 14 August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 13 September 2026. Candidates can check the vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, application fee, exam pattern, selection process and other important information below.

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview

RRB JE 2026 Important Dates

Note: Details filled in the “Create an Account” form (mobile number, email ID) and the chosen RRB cannot be modified at any stage, even during the modification window.

RRB JE Vacancy Details 2026 (3993 Posts)

The RRB JE 2026 vacancies are spread across 37 post categories under five departments — Electrical, Engineering (Civil), Mechanical, Signal & Telecommunication (S&T), and Stores. Vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease as per Railway Administration requirements.

Category-wise Vacancy Distribution

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) reservation within the above total: Hearing Impaired (HI) – 47, Locomotor Disability (LD) – 135, Multiple Disability (MD) – 11.

RRB (Zone-wise) Vacancy Table

Candidates can select only one RRB while applying. The complete post-wise and Railway Zone-wise vacancy break-up (Annexure-B) is available in the official CEN No. 04/2026 PDF on the RRB website.

Posts Notified Under RRB JE 2026 (Department-wise)

A total of 37 post categories are notified under CEN 04/2026, grouped as follows:

• Electrical Department (9 posts): JE/Design/Electrical, JE/Electrical, JE/Electrical (Workshop), JE/Electrical/Design Drawing & Estimation, JE/Electrical/EMU, JE/Electrical/General Services, JE/Electrical/TRD, JE/Electrical/TRS
• Engineering (Civil) Department (11 posts): JE (Research)/Civil, JE/Bridge, JE/Civil, JE/Civil/Design Drawing & Estimation, JE/Design/Civil, JE/P.Way, JE/Works, JE/Track Machine
• Mechanical Department (11 posts): JE/Carriage & Wagon, JE/Design/C&W, JE/Design/Mechanical, JE/Design/MP, JE/Diesel Mechanical, JE/Mechanical, JE/Mechanical (Workshop), JE/Mechanical/Design Drawing & Estimation, JE/Millwright, JE/Diesel Electrical
• Signal & Telecommunication (S&T) Department (5 posts): JE/Design/S&T, JE/S&T (Workshop), JE/S&T/Design Drawing & Estimation, JE/S&T/Signal, JE/S&T/Telecommunication
• Stores Department (1 post): Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)

RRB JE Eligibility Criteria 2026

Nationality

A candidate must be a citizen of India, a citizen of Nepal, a subject of Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or specified East African countries with the intention of permanently settling in India (subject to an eligibility certificate from the Government of India).

RRB JE Age Limit 2026

Age is reckoned as on 01 January 2027. The general age band is 18 to 33 years, before applying any relaxation.

RRB JE Age Relaxation 2026

If a candidate is eligible for relaxation on more than one ground, only the maximum applicable relaxation is given (not cumulative). SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates applying against UR vacancies get no age relaxation.

RRB JE Educational Qualification 2026

Higher qualifications such as B.E. / B.Tech in the same discipline are also accepted in lieu of a three-year diploma. Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible to apply.

Discipline Mapping for Exam Group (Technical Paper)

Candidates holding more than one qualification mapped to different exam groups may choose only one exam group, and will be eligible only for the posts mapped to that chosen group.

RRB JE Application Fee 2026

Fee must be paid online only (internet banking, debit/credit card, or UPI) by 15 September 2026. Refund is credited only to a bank account seeded with the candidate’s Aadhaar number.

RRB JE Selection Process 2026

Selection for RRB JE and DMS posts is done through four stages:

• 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I) – common screening test for all posts
• 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-II) – discipline-specific technical test
• Document Verification (DV)
• Medical Examination (ME)

Candidates are shortlisted for CBT-II at 15 times the community-wise vacancy of the RRB, based on CBT-I merit. Shortlisting for DV is based on CBT-II merit (via a normalised Merit Index) and is equal to the number of vacancies. Final empanelment depends on merit, document verification, and passing the prescribed medical standard.

RRB JE Exam Pattern 2026

CBT-I Exam Pattern

Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for scribe-eligible PwBD candidates).

CBT-II Exam Pattern

Duration: 120 minutes (160 minutes for scribe-eligible PwBD candidates). A virtual on-screen calculator is provided during CBT-II.

Negative Marking & Minimum Qualifying Marks

There is negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every wrong answer in both CBT-I and CBT-II. PwBD candidates get a 2-mark relaxation in qualifying marks if there is a shortage of candidates against reserved vacancies.

RRB JE Syllabus 2026 – Overview

CBT-I covers Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science (up to Class 10 CBSE level). CBT-II covers General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Basics of Computers, Basics of Environment & Pollution Control, plus a discipline-specific Technical Abilities paper based on the candidate’s chosen exam group (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Allied Engineering). A detailed subject-wise RRB JE Syllabus 2026 PDF with topic breakdown for each engineering stream will be published as a separate guide and linked here.

How to Apply for RRB JE 2026 Online

Step 1: Create an Account

Visit the official RRB application portal and create an account using your valid personal mobile number and email ID. These details cannot be changed later.

Step 2: Authenticate Your Identity

Verify your identity through Aadhaar or DigiLocker as required during the application process. This can help with identity verification at later stages.

Step 3: Choose RRB and Post Preferences

Select only one RRB and provide your preferred posts/zones as permitted in the application form. The selected RRB cannot be changed after submission.

Step 4: Fill in the Application Form

Enter your personal, educational, category and other required details carefully. Check all information before proceeding to the next step.

Step 5: Capture Live Photograph

Capture your live photograph using a webcam or mobile camera as instructed in the application portal. Pre-existing photographs are not accepted. Candidates should wear dark-coloured clothing and avoid white clothing.

Step 6: Upload Signature

Upload your scanned signature in JPG/JPEG format, with the file size between 30 KB and 49 KB. The signature should be in running handwriting and should not be written in block or capital letters.

Step 7: Upload SC/ST Certificate

SC/ST candidates who want to avail the free train travel facility should upload the prescribed SC/ST certificate in PDF format. The file size should be below 400 KB as specified in the application instructions.

Step 8: Pay the Application Fee

Pay the applicable application fee through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI. Complete the payment within the prescribed deadline.

Step 9: Submit the Application

Review the complete application form carefully before final submission. After successful submission, save or download the confirmation page and note down your Registration Number for future use.

RRB JE 2026 Application Fee Payment & Modification

Documents Required for RRB JE 2026

• Live photograph captured during application (non-white/dark clothing, no cap/mask/glasses)
• Scanned signature (JPG/JPEG, 30–49 KB)
• SC/ST certificate (PDF, under 400 KB) for candidates opting for free travel
• Valid original photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, Driving Licence, or employer/institution ID) for the exam hall
• Category/EWS/EBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificates in the prescribed annexure format (required at Document Verification stage, not at the time of application)

RRB JE Salary & Job Profile 2026

RRB JE and DMS posts carry Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month, plus applicable Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Travel Allowance as per Railway rules. Selected candidates undergo training (with stipend) before regular posting and may be liable for transfer within Indian Railways in the exigencies of service.

RRB Zones & Regional Recruitment Boards

Important Instructions for RRB JE 2026 Candidates

• Multiple applications to the same or different RRBs against this CEN will lead to rejection of all applications and debarment from future RRB/RRC exams.
• Candidates serving in Government/PSU jobs must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of Document Verification.
• Banned items in the exam hall include mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, and any electronic gadgets — only the e-call letter is allowed.
• Free Sleeper Class train travel pass is available for eligible SC/ST candidates for CBT/DV/Medical stages.
• RRBs do not appoint agents or coaching centres for recruitment — beware of touts and fake websites.

RRB JE 2026 Important Links

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

1. What is the total number of vacancies in RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 04/2026) has a total of 3993 vacancies for Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent posts across 21 RRB regions.

2. What is the last date to apply for RRB JE 2026?

The online application closes on 13 September 2026 at 23:59 hrs. The fee payment deadline is 15 September 2026.

3. What is the age limit for RRB JE 2026?

Candidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age as on 1 January 2027, with age relaxation applicable for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, Ex-Servicemen, and PwBD candidates as per government rules.

4. What is the educational qualification required for RRB JE 2026?

A three-year Diploma in the relevant Engineering discipline (or an equivalent B.E./B.Tech degree) is required for Junior Engineer posts. For Depot Material Superintendent, a three-year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline is accepted.

5. What is the application fee for RRB JE 2026?

The fee is ₹500 for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minority/EBC candidates. Most of the fee is refunded to candidates who appear in CBT-I.

6. What is the selection process for RRB JE 2026?

Selection involves four stages: 1st Stage CBT, 2nd Stage CBT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

7. Is there negative marking in the RRB JE exam?

Yes, 1/3rd mark is deducted for every wrong answer in both CBT-I and CBT-II.

8. What is the RRB JE CBT-I and CBT-II exam pattern?

CBT-I has 100 questions for 90 minutes covering Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science. CBT-II has 150 questions for 120 minutes covering General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Computers, Environment, and a Technical Abilities paper specific to the candidate’s engineering discipline.

9. What is the salary of an RRB Junior Engineer?

RRB JE and DMS posts are in Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC, with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month, plus DA, HRA, and other Railway allowances.

10. Can a candidate apply to more than one RRB in CEN 04/2026?

No. A candidate can apply to only one RRB with one common application. Applying to multiple RRBs leads to rejection of all applications and debarment from future exams.

11. What are the minimum qualifying marks for RRB JE CBT?

UR and EWS candidates need 40%, OBC-NCL and SC need 30%, and ST candidates need 25% to qualify in each stage of CBT.

12. When will the RRB JE 2026 admit card be released?

The e-call letter for CBT is generally released about 4 days before the exam date, with city intimation issued around 10 days in advance, on the official RRB websites.

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