Great news for engineering graduates: the official RRB JE 2026 Notification is now live. On July 21, 2026, the Railway Recruitment Board published the indicative notice for the 2026 recruitment cycle under CEN No. 04/2026, confirming 4,098 vacancies for the positions of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA).
This recruitment drive is an excellent opportunity for candidates holding a 3-year Diploma or B.Tech degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, or IT engineering, aged between 18 to 33 years. Selected candidates will receive a starting salary of Rs. 35,400. Before the full notification drops, review these essential recruitment details to prepare effectively.
RRB JE 2026 Notification Out
The short notice released in Employment News highlights registration timelines, core eligibility, and total vacancies. A total of 4,098 openings are available across Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, and DMS departments. The detailed notification PDF will be released on August 13, 2026. Interested candidates can apply online from August 14 to September 13, 2026, via the official portal at www.rrbapply.gov.in.
Download the Official RRB JE 2026 Short Notification PDF
What is RRB JE Exam?
The RRB JE (Railway Recruitment Board Junior Engineer) is a premier national-level exam designed to recruit skilled engineers for roles as Junior Engineers, Depot Material Superintendents (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistants (CMA). The multi-stage selection process includes two Computer-Based Tests (CBT 1 & CBT 2), followed by document verification and a mandatory medical fitness assessment.
| RRB JE Recruitment 2026- overview | |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
| Posts | Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical Supervisor & Metallurgical Assistant |
| Branches | Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, and DMS |
| Vacancies | 4098 |
| Advt No. | CEN 04/2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 14th August to 13th September 2026 |
| Job Location | Around India |
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| RRB JE Salary | Rs. 35,400/- (Level 6th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Official website | https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/ |
Application Dates for RRB JE 2026 Exam
The Railway Recruitment Board has finalized the timeline for the 2026 recruitment cycle. The online application window officially opens on August 14, 2026, and closes on September 13, 2026.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| RRB JE 2026 Notification | 21st July 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release Date | 13th August 2026 |
| RRB JE Apply Online Ends on | 14th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13th September 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fees | -- |
| Dates of the Window for Corrections in Application Form | -- |
| RRB JE Application Status 2026 | -- |
| RRB JE Exam Date | December 2026 (Expected) |
RRB JE Vacancy 2026 Out
As per the RRB JE 2026 Notification, 4,098 vacancies are distributed across 35 categories for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant roles. While openings exist for Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, and DMS branches, the Civil Engineering department accounts for the highest share with 1,654 positions.
| Departments | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 614 |
| Engineering (Civil) | 1654 |
| Mechanical | 1213 |
| Signal & Telecommunication | 303 |
| Stores (DMS) | 314 |
| Total | 4098 |
Department-wise Vacancy Details
| SN | Post Name | Department | Sub-Department | Approved Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JE / Electrical / Design Drawing & Estimation | Electrical | Design & Drawing | 41 |
| 2 | JE / Electrical / EMU | EMU | 44 | |
| 3 | JE / Electrical / General Services | General Services | 111 | |
| 4 | JE / Electrical | PU | 38 | |
| 5 | JE / Electrical / TRD | TRD | 180 | |
| 6 | JE / Electrical / TRS | TRS | 163 | |
| 7 | JE / Electrical (Workshop) | Workshop | 33 | |
| 8 | JE / Design / Electrical | R & D | 4 | |
| 9 | JE / Bridge | Engineering | Bridge | 44 |
| 10 | JE / Civil / Design Drawing & Estimation | Design & Drawing | 190 | |
| 11 | JE / P Way | P Way | 845 | |
| 12 | JE / Civil / Design Drawing & Estimation | PU | 9 | |
| 13 | JE / Works | PU | 7 | |
| 14 | JE / Design / Civil | R & D | 8 | |
| 15 | JE / Research / Civil | R & D | 13 | |
| 16 | JE / Civil (STA) | R & D | 8 | |
| 17 | JE / Track Machine | Track Machine | 60 | |
| 18 | JE / Works | Works | 470 | |
| 19 | JE / Carriage & Wagon | Mechanical | Carriage & Wagon | 450 |
| 20 | Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | CMT | 35 | |
| 21 | JE / Mechanical / Design Drawing & Estimation | Design & Drawing | 28 | |
| 22 | JE / Diesel Electrical | Diesel Shed | 40 | |
| 23 | JE / Diesel Mechanical | Diesel Shed | 45 | |
| 24 | JE / Mechanical | PU | 130 | |
| 25 | JE / Mechanical / Design Drawing & Estimation | PU | 8 | |
| 26 | JE / Mechanical (Workshop) | Workshop | 436 | |
| 27 | JE / Millwright | Workshop | 29 | |
| 28 | JE / Design / MP | R & D | 6 | |
| 29 | JE / Design / C&W | R & D | 6 | |
| 30 | JE / S&T / Design Drawing & Estimation | S & T | Design & Drawing | 10 |
| 31 | JE / Signal | Signal | 197 | |
| 32 | JE / Telecommunication | Tele | 79 | |
| 33 | JE / S&T (Workshop) | Workshop | 12 | |
| 34 | JE / Design / S&T | R & D | 5 | |
| 35 | Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | Stores | Stores Depot | 314 |
| Total | 4,098 | |||
View Official RRB JE 2026 Vacancy Breakdown Notice
RRB JE Vacancy Trends
- 2026: 4098
- 2025: 2585
- 2024: 7951
- 2019: 13487
RRB JE CEN 04/2026 vs. Previous Cycles – Key Differences
Understand the distinction between the current 2026 recruitment and previous exam cycles.
Parameters RRB JE 2025 (CEN 05/2025) RRB JE 2026 (CEN 04/2026) Vacancies 2,585 4,098 Current Status CBT 2 result awaited Short notification released CEN No. CEN 05/2025 CEN 04/2026
RRB JE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before submitting an application, candidates must carefully review the RRB JE Eligibility Criteria to ensure they meet all educational and age requirements for their specific post.
Education Qualification
The roles include Junior Engineer, Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant, and Depot Material Superintendent.
| Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | Diploma/Degree in (Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering, S&T) Engineering or Relevant Stream from a recognised university. |
| Depot Material Superintendent | Diploma/Degree in Engineering from any discipline |
| Chemical Supervisor & Metallurgical Supervisor | Bachelor's degree in Science with Physics and Chemistry with minimum 55% marks |
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027)
| Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant | 18 to 33 years |
| Age Group | Lower Age Limit (not born after) | Upper age limit (Date of Birth not earlier than) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For all communities/categories | UR/EWS | OBC-NCL | SC/ST | |
| 18 to 33 years | 01.01.2008 | 02.01.1993 | 02.01.1990 | 02.01.1998 |
Age Relaxation
| Community/Category | Community | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST candidates | — | 5 Years |
| OBC-Non-Creamy Layer candidates | — | 3 Years |
| Ex-servicemen who have put in more than 6 months of service after attestation | UR | 33 years plus the Number of years of service rendered in Defense plus 3 years |
| OBC- NCL | 36 Years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defense plus 3 years | |
| SC/ST | 38 Years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defense plus 3 years. | |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | UR | 10 Years |
| OBC- NCL | 13 Years | |
| SC/ST | 15 Years | |
| Candidates have ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | UR | 38 Years |
| OBC- NCL | 41 Years | |
| SC/ST | 43 Years | |
| Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, Casual Labour, and Substitutes and put in a minimum of 3 years of service (continuous or in broken spells) | UR | 40 years of age |
| OBC- NCL | 43 years of age | |
| SC/ST | 45 years of age | |
| Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization such as Railway Canteens, Co-operative Societies, and Institutes | UR | 33 years plus the length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower. |
| OBC- NCL | 36 years plus the length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower. | |
| SC/ST | 38 years plus the length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower. | |
| Women candidates are widowed, divorced, or judicially separated from their husbands but not remarried. | UR | 35 years of age |
| OBC- NCL | 38 years of age | |
| SC/ST | 40 years of age |
Check Detailed RRB JE Eligibility & Medical Standards
RRB JE 2026-27 Online Form
Online registration for the 2026 recruitment cycle will be hosted at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ from August 14 to September 13, 2026. Eligible candidates must complete their applications through the official portal. Detailed application guidelines will be provided alongside the comprehensive notification.
RRB JE Application Fees 2026
Candidates are required to pay the specified application fee online to finalize their submission. The fee structure varies by category, as outlined in the official notification. All payments must be completed via the official online portal before the final deadline.
| Categories | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ST/Minorities/EWS | Rs. 250/- |
| Ex-Serviceman/PwBDs/Female/Transgender | Rs. 250/- |
What is RRB JE Selection Process?
The RRB JE 2026-27 recruitment process follows a standardized four-stage assessment structure:
Stage 1: 1st Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-1) – Preliminary Screening
Stage 2: 2nd Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-2) – Technical Proficiency
Stage 3: Document Verification (DV)
Stage 4: Medical Examination
RRB JE 2026 Exam Pattern
The official RRB JE 2026 exam pattern for both CBT-1 and CBT-2 is structured to test technical expertise and aptitude as defined by the Railway Recruitment Board.
- Negative marking: -⅓ mark
- Duration: CBT 1- 90 minutes and CBT 2- 120 minutes.
- Number of Question: In CBT 1, there will be 100 questions, and in CBT 2, there will be 150 questions.
- Types of questions: Objective type (multiple-choice questions).
| RRB JE 2026 CBT 1 Exam Pattern | ||
|---|---|---|
| Subjects | No. of Questions/Marks | Duration |
| Mathematics | 30/30 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25/25 | |
| General Awareness | 15/15 | |
| General Science | 30/30 | |
| Total | 100/100 | |
| RRB JE 2026 CBT 2 Exam Pattern | ||
|---|---|---|
| Subjects | No. of Questions/Marks | Duration |
| General Awareness | 15/15 | 120 minutes |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15/15 | |
| Basics of Computers and Applications | 10/10 | |
| Basics of Environment and Pollution Control | 10/10 | |
| Technical Abilities | 100/100 | |
| Total | 150/150 | |
View Detailed RRB JE 2026 Exam Pattern (CBT 1 & 2)
RRB JE 2026 Syllabus
The syllabus for the RRB Junior Engineer exam covers diverse topics designed to evaluate technical knowledge, general awareness, and logical reasoning. Since the exam is conducted in two primary stages, candidates should prepare according to the specific subject requirements for each test level.
| Subjects | Topics |
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| Mathematics |
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| General Intelligence and Reasoning |
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| General Awareness |
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| General Science (up to 10th Standard CBSE syllabus) |
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Access the Complete RRB JE 2026 Syllabus
Download RRB JE Previous Year Question Papers (PDFs)
RRB JE 2026 Salary
The salary structure for Chemical/Metallurgical Supervisors is Pay Level 7 (Rs. 44,900), while Junior Engineers and Depot Material Superintendents fall under Pay Level 6 (Rs. 35,400) plus additional allowances.
| Posts | Salary Structure & Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Chemical Supervisor / Research and Metallurgical Supervisor / Research | Rs. 44,900 (Pay Level 7) |
| Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant | Rs. 35,400 (Pay Level 6) |
Check Detailed RRB JE Salary Structure & Benefits
RRB JE 2026 Zone and Divisions
We have compiled a comprehensive table detailing the Zones, Divisions, and Headquarters for the upcoming 2026 recruitment.
| Railway Zone | Zonal Headquarter | Divisions |
|---|---|---|
| Central Railway | Mumbai | 1) Mumbai 2) Nagpur 3) Bhusawal 4) Pune 5) Sholapur |
| Eastern Railway | Kolkata | 1) Howrah-I 2) Howrah-II 3) Sealdah 4) Malda 5) Asansol 6) Chittaranjan 7) Kolkata Metro |
| East Central Railway | Hajipur | 1) Danapur 2) Mugalsarai 3) Dhanbad 4) Sonpur 5) Samastipur |
| East Coast Railway | Bhubaneshwar | 1) Khurda Road 2) Waltair 3) Sambalpur |
| Northern Railway | Baroda House, New Delhi | 1) Delhi-I 2) Delhi-II 3) Ambala 4) Moradabad 5) Lucknow 6) Firozpur |
| North Central Railway | Allahabad | 1) Allahabad 2) Jhansi 3) Agra |
| North Eastern Railway | Gorakhpur | 1) Izzatnagar 2) Lucknow 3) Varanasi 4) DLW |
| North Frontier Railway | Maligaon, Guwahati | 1) Katihar 2) Alipurduar 3) Rangiya 4) Lumding 5) Tinsukhia |
| North Western Railway | Jaipur | 1) Jaipur 2) Jodhpur 3) Bikaner 4) Ajmer |
| Southern Railway | Chennai | 1) Chennai 2) Madurai 3) Palghat 4) Trichy 5) Trivendrum |
| South Central Railway | Secunderabad | 1) Secunderabad 2) Hyderabad 3) Guntakal 4) Vijaywada 5) Nanded |
| South Eastern Railway | Garden Reach, Kolkata | 1) Kharagpur 2) Adra 3) Chakradharpur 4) Ranchi 5) Shalimar |
| South East Central Railway | Bilaspur | 1) Bilaspur 2) Nagpur 3) Raipur |
| South Western Railway | Hubli | 1) Bangalore 2) Mysore 3) Hubli 4) RWF/YNK |
| Western Railway | Churchgate | 1) BCT 2) Vadodara 3) Ahemdabad 4) Ratlam 5) Rajkot 6) Bhavnagar |
| West Central Railway | Jabalpur | 1) Jabalpur 2) Bhopal 3) Kota |
RRB JE 2026 Cut Off
Following the completion of CBT-1, the RRB releases category-wise cut-off marks. Generally, the minimum qualifying standard is 40% for General, 30% for OBC/SC, and 25% for ST candidates. Scores are calculated out of 100 for CBT-I and 150 for CBT-II.
| Category | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | ESM |
| RRB Chennai CBT 1 Cut Off 2025 | ||||||
| 1 | 81.23 | 59.48 | 63.04 | |||
| 2 | 74.30 | 66.27 | 53.65 | 72.67 | 41.55 | |
| 3 | 71.96 | 64.85 | 70.70 | |||
| 5 | 74.99 | 57.98 | 74.41 | 36.68 | ||
| 6 | 65.70 | 52.01 | 48.74 | 62.84 | 53.47 | |
| 8 | 67.88 | 54.15 | 65.70 | 40.08 | ||
| 11 | 71.97 | 63.88 | 53.22 | 70.49 | 60.53 | 38.91 |
| 12 | 84.02 | 73.27 | 79.42 | |||
| 14 | 72.55 | |||||
| 15 | 75 | 65.45 | 62.50 | |||
| 16 | 75.69 | 64.58 | 54.39 | 73.27 | 62.30 | 51.33 |
| 18 | 83.11 | |||||
| 19 | 71.63 | 70.46 | ||||
| 20 | 72.56 | 72.22 | ||||
| 21 | 75.67 | 64.49 | 71.37 | 30.90 | ||
| 22 | 77.62 | 63.79 | 57.31 | 71.47 | ||
| 26 | 76.89 | 66.72 | 56.59 | 72.91 | 65.27 | 32.63 |
| RRB Bilaspur CBT 1 Cut Off 2025 | ||||||
| 2 | 70.70 | 63.04 | 70.20 | 58.03 | 30.40 | |
| 4 | 74.12 | 54.51 | 72 | |||
| 6 | 65.97 | 55.20 | 48.28 | 62.84 | 58.93 | |
| 7 | 77.18 | 64.23 | 75.20 | 70.21 | ||
| 8 | 72 | 63.78 | 51.47 | 69.94 | 38.58 | |
| 10 | 72.52 | 61.08 | 69.79 | |||
| 11 | 57.29 | |||||
| 14 | 52.86 | 73.19 | 55.90 | |||
| 18 | 80.59 | 59.52 | 67.97 | 74.71 | 68.63 | 32.59 |
| 19 | 61.15 | 69.96 | 53.81 | |||
| 21 | 73.61 | 69.09 | ||||
| 22 | 71.52 | 68.75 | ||||
| 24 | 70.58 | 63.71 | 54.02 | 60.38 | 40.30 | |
| 26 | 75.62 | 67.52 | 74.65 | 69.96 | 41.06 | |
For regional cut-off data, visit our RRB JE Cut-Off Information Page
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FAQs
Ans. Yes, the short notification for RRB JE 2026 was officially released on July 21, 2026, via employment news platforms.
Ans. A total of 4,098 vacancies have been approved for the RRB JE 2026 recruitment cycle.
Ans. No, RRB JE recruitment is not an annual event; notifications are issued based on current organizational vacancy requirements.
Ans. Junior Engineers are recruited at Pay Level 6 of the CPC Pay Matrix, starting with a base salary of Rs. 35,400 plus applicable government allowances.
Ans. Yes, with a structured study plan and consistent revision, candidates can successfully qualify for the RRB JE exam.
Ans. No, there is no interview process for the RRB JE selection; candidates are shortlisted based on CBT performance and document verification.
Ans. The selection process consists of two Computer-Based Tests (CBT 1 & 2), followed by document verification and a comprehensive medical examination.
Recommended Reads
- RRB JE Apply Online 2026: Official Link for 4098 Vacancies (CEN 04/2026)
- RRB JE Notification 2026: Apply for 4,098 Junior Engineer Vacancies (CEN 04/2026)
- RRB JE Salary Structure 2026: In-Hand Pay, Job Profile & Allowances
- RRB JE Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, Educational Qualification & Medical Standards
- RRB JE CBT 2 Admit Card 2026 Out, CEN 05/2025 Hall Ticket Link
- RRB JE Score Card 2026 Released: Check CBT 1 Marks & Normalized Score
- RRB JE CBT 2 Answer Key 2026 Released: Download Official PDF & Raise Objections
- RRB JE CBT 2 Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 Released, Direct Download Link
- RRB JE CBT 1 Result 2026 Declared: 39,035 Candidates Shortlisted, Download Zone-wise PDF
- RRB JE Previous Year Question Papers with Solutions: Download PDF
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