RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 4,029 Junior Engineer, DMS & CMA Posts

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 updated to 4,029 vacancies under Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026. The Railroad Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railroads is conducting the recruitment for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) jobs.

The original notification had notified 3993 posts. RRB added 35 Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant positions and 1 more Junior Engineer/Electrical/TRS vacancy through Corrigendum-1 dated 18 August 2026, hence the amended total posts now stand at 4,029.

Candidates with requisite Engineering Diploma, B.E./B.Tech or newly prescribed B.Sc qualification for CMA can apply online. The application window opens on 14 August 2026 and closes on 13 September 2026 (until 11:59 PM).

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The original CEN confirms Level 6 and an initial pay of ₹35,400, with the age reckoned as on 01 January 2027.

Latest Update on RRB JE Recruitment 2026

The most important update for candidates is the Corrigendum-1 issued on 18 August 2026.

Initially, CEN 04/2026 contained 3,993 vacancies for Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent. The corrigendum introduced a new Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) post with 35 vacancies and added one more JE/Electrical/TRS vacancy.

Therefore:

3,993 + 36 = 4,029 vacancies

The revised notification is now referred to as CEN No. 04/2026 (JE/DMS/CMA).

RRB JE Vacancy 2026

The revised vacancy position is:

The additional 36 vacancies comprise 35 CMA posts and 1 JE/Electrical/TRS post.

RRB-Wise Vacancy Details

The Chennai RRB has 377 vacancies after the addition of 15 CMA posts. Kolkata has the highest RRB-level total at 457, followed by Mumbai with 411.

RRB JE Important Dates 2026

The original notification specifies that CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination dates will be communicated later through the concerned RRB websites.

Application Fee

The RRB JE application fee depends on the candidate’s category.

For candidates paying ₹500, ₹400 will be refunded after appearing in CBT-I, after applicable bank charges.

For candidates paying ₹250 under the concession categories, the applicable amount will be refunded after appearing in CBT-I, subject to the notification conditions.

Fee payment is available through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI.

Age Limit

The age will be calculated as on 01 January 2027.

For the general age group, candidates should have been born between 02 January 1994 and 01 January 2009, both dates inclusive.

Age Relaxation

The notification contains separate provisions for Ex-Servicemen, existing Railway employees and other eligible categories. Candidates must produce the required certificates during Document Verification.

Educational Qualification

The educational qualification depends on the post.

Junior Engineer

For the various Junior Engineer categories, candidates generally need a three-year Diploma in Engineering or an equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline from a recognized University/Institute.

Depending on the particular JE category, accepted disciplines include:

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electronics Engineering
• Electronics & Communication
• Information Technology
• Computer Science
• Communication Engineering
• Other prescribed combinations

Higher qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech are also accepted for relevant posts where specified.

Candidates must carefully check the post-wise qualification in Annexure-A, because the accepted engineering discipline varies between JE categories.

Depot Material Superintendent

Candidates applying for Depot Material Superintendent must possess a three-year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution.

A B.E./B.Tech qualification is also accepted in lieu of the prescribed three-year Engineering Diploma.

Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant

The newly added Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) post is one of the important changes introduced through Corrigendum-1.

Candidates require the prescribed B.Sc qualification with Physics and Chemistry, with the minimum marks and subject combination specified in the revised notification.

The CMA post carries:

• Level 6
• Initial Pay: ₹35,400
• 35 vacancies
• Age: 18–33 years
• Prescribed medical standard as notified

The CMA syllabus has also been added to the recruitment notification through the corrigendum.

Important Qualification Condition

Candidates must possess the required educational or technical qualification on or before 13 September 2026.

Candidates waiting for the final result of the prescribed qualification are not eligible to apply.

Therefore, candidates should not apply merely because they are currently studying the required course. The prescribed qualification must already have been obtained by the closing date.

RRB JE Salary 2026

The posts under this recruitment carry Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.

The basic pay is supplemented by applicable allowances according to Railway rules and the employee’s posting and service conditions. The notification specifically gives ₹35,400 as the initial pay for the notified posts.

Selection Process

The recruitment is conducted through a two-stage Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.

CBT-I → CBT-II → Document Verification → Medical Examination → Final Appointment

The RRB will shortlist candidates for CBT-II based on normalized CBT-I marks. The number shortlisted for the second stage is normally up to 15 times the community-wise vacancies, subject to the Railway’s right to vary this number when required.

CBT-I Exam Pattern

CBT-I consists of 100 questions for 100 marks.

Duration: 90 minutes.

For candidates eligible to use a scribe, the prescribed compensatory time will apply.

The section-wise distribution is indicative and may vary in the actual question paper.

CBT-II Exam Pattern

CBT-II consists of 150 questions for 150 marks.

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Duration: 120 minutes.

For eligible candidates using a scribe, the duration is 160 minutes.

Negative Marking

There is negative marking in both CBT stages.

For every wrong answer, 1/3 of the marks allotted to that question will be deducted.

Candidates should therefore avoid random guessing, particularly when they are uncertain between multiple options.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

The prescribed minimum percentage in the CBT is:

The minimum qualifying percentage may be relaxed by 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage of candidates against reserved PwBD vacancies.

Technical Syllabus

The technical questions in CBT-II depend on the candidate’s selected examination group.

The notification provides separate technical syllabi for:

• Civil & Allied Engineering
• Electrical & Allied Engineering
• Electronics & Allied Engineering
• Mechanical & Allied Engineering

The syllabus is given in the notification’s Annexure-VIII.

Candidates should therefore prepare the technical portion according to the engineering discipline mapped to the post for which they are eligible.

How to Apply for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must apply online through the official RRB application system.

Step 1

Visit the official RRB recruitment website.

Step 2

Create an account if you do not already have one.

Candidates who have previously created an RRB account should use the same account credentials.

Step 3

Select CEN No. 04/2026 (JE/DMS/CMA).

Step 4

Select only one RRB.

Candidates must choose the RRB carefully because the selected RRB cannot be changed later.

Step 5

Select the posts and categories for which you are eligible and interested.

Step 6

Enter your personal, educational and other required details.

Step 7

Complete the live photograph capture process.

A pre-existing photograph should not be photographed and uploaded. The application system captures the candidate’s live photograph through a webcam or the front camera of a mobile phone.

Step 8

Upload the required documents and certificates.

Step 9

Pay the examination fee online.

Step 10

Submit the application and save a copy of the completed application for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Educational qualification certificate
• Engineering Diploma/B.E./B.Tech certificate, as applicable
• B.Sc certificate for CMA applicants
• 10th/Matriculation certificate
• Date of Birth proof
• Community certificate
• OBC-NCL certificate, if applicable
• EWS certificate, if applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable
• NOC from present employer, where applicable
• Signature
• Other documents specified by RRB

Candidates should ensure that the information in the application matches the original documents because eligibility is verified during the recruitment process.

RRB JE Application Modification

Candidates who need to correct their application can use the modification facility between:

16 September 2026 and 25 September 2026

A ₹250 non-refundable modification fee is applicable for each modification occasion.

However, details entered while creating the account, including the registered mobile number and email ID, and the selected RRB cannot be changed.

One Application Rule

Candidates must submit only one application against CEN 04/2026.

Applying to multiple RRBs or submitting more than one application can result in rejection of all applications and may lead to disqualification/debarment from RRB/RRC examinations.

This is one of the most important points candidates should check before submitting the form.

Examination Centre and E-Call Letter

The examination centre, date and shift will be communicated through the e-call letter.

Candidates will not receive the call letter by post.

The RRB will provide examination city information in advance, while the e-call letter containing detailed examination information will be made available through the concerned RRB website.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates should carefully follow these instructions:

1. Apply only through official RRB websites.
2. Choose only one RRB.
3. Do not submit multiple applications.
4. Verify educational eligibility before applying.
5. Keep the original certificates ready.
6. Ensure the live photograph is captured correctly.
7. Check the selected RRB and post preferences before final submission.
8. Do not share login credentials with others.
9. Download and preserve the submitted application.
10. Regularly check the official RRB website for CBT and e-call-letter updates.

RRBs have specifically warned candidates against touts, agents and fake websites claiming to provide Railway jobs. Selection is based on merit and the RRB has not appointed agents or coaching centres for recruitment.

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

The revised recruitment has 4,029 vacancies after Corrigendum-1.

How many Junior Engineer vacancies are available?

There are 3,859 revised Junior Engineer vacancies.

What are the other posts included?

The recruitment includes Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant posts.