RRB JE Recruitment 2026

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 –  3993 Junior Engineer & Depot Material Superintendent Posts, Apply Online

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026 for recruitment to various posts of Junior Engineer (JE) and Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) in Indian Railways. A total of 3,993 vacancies have been notified under this recruitment drive. The posts are placed in Level 6 of the 7th CPC, with an initial pay of ₹35,400.

The online application process starts on 14 August 2026, while the last date to submit the application is 13 September 2026 up to 11:59 PM. Candidates should carefully check their educational qualification, age, medical standard, RRB preference and post eligibility before applying.

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 Notification Details

The notification states that the total vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease according to the requirements of the concerned Railway Administrations.

RRB JE Vacancy 2026

A total of 3,993 vacancies have been announced. The category-wise grand total mentioned in Annexure B is 1,699 UR, 624 SC, 363 ST, 913 OBC and 394 EWS, making 3,993 posts in total.

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

The detailed RRB-wise, Railway/PU-wise and category-wise distribution is provided in Annexure B, pages 35 to 58 of the notification.

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

Candidates should satisfy the prescribed age, educational qualification and medical standards before submitting the application. The qualification must already have been obtained by the closing date of the online application. Candidates waiting for the final result of the required qualification are not eligible.

Age Limit

The age will be calculated as on 1 January 2027.

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 33 Years

The basic age group is 18–33 years. The notification also provides relaxation for eligible reserved and special categories.

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation is subject to the conditions and certificates prescribed in the CEN. Relaxations are not cumulative; where a candidate is eligible for more than one relaxation, the applicable maximum relaxation is considered.

Educational Qualification

The educational qualification differs according to the post and examination group.

For several Junior Engineer posts, candidates need a three-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline or an eligible combination of basic engineering streams from a recognized institution. For example, the Electrical JE group includes Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics Engineering qualifications for specified posts.

For Civil-related JE posts, the notification includes a three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering, and for specified posts, a three-year B.Sc. in Civil Engineering is also mentioned.

For Mechanical and allied posts, eligible disciplines include Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial, Machining, Tools and Die Making, Instrumentation and Control and other specified allied streams.

For Depot Material Superintendent, the notification specifically states that the educational qualification is a three-year Diploma in Engineering, and candidates with a three-year Diploma in any engineering discipline can apply for the DMS posts as applicable.

Engineering Exam Groups

The notification maps qualifications into four major technical examination groups:

1. Mechanical & Allied Engineering
2. Electrical & Allied Engineering
3. Electronics & Allied Engineering
4. Civil & Allied Engineering

The Electronics group includes disciplines such as Electronics, Instrumentation and Control, Communication, Computer Science, Computer Engineering and Information Technology, while Civil qualifications are mapped to the Civil & Allied Engineering group.

RRB JE Recruitment Selection Process

The selection process consists of computer-based examinations followed by document verification and medical examination.

Stage 1 – CBT

The first-stage CBT is a screening examination. It consists of 100 questions for 100 marks and is conducted for 90 minutes.

There is negative marking of 1/3 mark for every wrong answer. The minimum qualifying percentages are 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL and SC, and 25% for ST candidates, subject to the provisions for PwBD candidates.

Stage 2 – CBT

Candidates are shortlisted for the second-stage CBT based on normalized marks obtained in CBT-I. Normally, candidates up to 15 times the community-wise vacancies are shortlisted, although Railways reserves the right to modify this number where necessary.

The second-stage CBT consists of 150 questions for 150 marks and is conducted for 120 minutes.

The technical section carries the highest weightage with 100 questions and 100 marks. There is again negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.

Document Verification

Candidates who qualify in the required examination stages and are shortlisted will be called for Document Verification (DV). Original educational, age, category and other supporting documents will be checked.

Candidates claiming SC, ST, OBC-NCL or EWS benefits must produce the required certificates in the prescribed format.

Medical Examination

Candidates must pass the medical fitness requirements prescribed for the opted post. Medical standards differ according to the post, with standards such as A-3, B-1, B-2 and C-1 appearing in the post parameters.

A candidate who fails to meet the required medical standard for the opted post will not be given an alternative appointment for another post.

RRB JE Application Fee

The application fee is category-specific.

For candidates paying ₹500, ₹400 is refundable after appearing in the first-stage CBT, after applicable bank charges. For candidates paying ₹250, the ₹250 fee is refundable after appearing in CBT-I, subject to the notification conditions.

Payment is accepted through online modes such as internet banking, debit card, credit card and UPI.

How to Apply for RRB JE Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB websites.

Step 1: Create an Account

Candidates must first create an account for CEN 04/2026. Those who already created an account during an earlier RRB CEN can use the existing credentials. A valid personal mobile number and active email ID are required.

Step 2: Complete Identity Authentication

Candidates are advised to authenticate their identity through Aadhaar or DigiLocker. This can make verification at later stages smoother.

Step 3: Fill the Application Form

Enter personal details, educational qualifications, category information, preferred RRB and post/zone preferences carefully.

Candidates can select only one RRB. Multiple applications to different RRBs or the same RRB can lead to rejection and debarment.

Step 4: Capture Live Photograph

A pre-existing photograph does not have to be uploaded. The application system captures a live photograph through a webcam or mobile front camera. Candidates should follow the prescribed instructions while capturing it.

Step 5: Upload Signature

The candidate’s scanned signature must be uploaded in the prescribed JPG/JPEG format. The notification specifies a file size of 30 KB to 49 KB, minimum dimensions of 140 × 60 pixels, black ink on white paper and running handwriting.

Step 6: Pay the Application Fee

Pay the applicable examination fee online and wait for payment confirmation through SMS/email.

Step 7: Submit and Save

After final submission, candidates should save or print the completed application and payment confirmation for future reference.

Important Dates

The CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination dates will be announced later through the concerned RRB websites.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following ready before applying:

• Educational qualification certificates/marksheets
• 10th/Matriculation certificate for date of birth
• Category certificate, wherever applicable
• OBC-NCL/EWS certificate, wherever applicable
• PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
• Ex-Servicemen documents, wherever applicable
• Valid personal mobile number
• Active email ID
• Scanned signature
• SC/ST certificate if claiming free train travel facility
• Aadhaar/DigiLocker details for identity authentication

The notification specifically requires a scanned candidate signature and, for eligible SC/ST candidates seeking free train travel, the relevant SC/ST certificate.

Important Links

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity for engineering diploma holders and eligible candidates looking for a career in Indian Railways. Through CEN 04/2026, Railway Recruitment Boards have announced 3,993 vacancies for various Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent posts.

The recruitment offers Level 6 pay with an initial salary of ₹35,400, while the selection process involves CBT-I, CBT-II, Document Verification and Medical Examination. Candidates should pay special attention to the technical qualification and medical standard because these requirements vary according to the post.

The application window opens on 14 August 2026 and closes on 13 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Since only one RRB can be selected and multiple applications can lead to rejection, candidates should carefully check Annexure A and Annexure B before completing the form.

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