RRB JE Recruitment 2026: 4,029 Vacancies, Apply Online Before 13 September

🚆 RRB JE Recruitment 2026 is one of the major Railway technical recruitments currently open for eligible Diploma, Engineering Degree and prescribed B.Sc. candidates. Railway Recruitment Boards are conducting this recruitment under CEN No. 04/2026, covering Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) posts.

The original notification announced 3,993 vacancies. After Corrigendum-1, issued on 18 August 2026, 35 CMA vacancies and one additional JE/Electrical/TRS vacancy were added, taking the revised total to 4,029 vacancies. The online application window closes on 13 September 2026 at 11:59 PM, so eligible candidates should not wait until the final day. (RRB Secunderabad)

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 Overview

The official RRB notice confirms that CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination dates will be announced separately through the concerned RRB websites. (Scribd)

Vacancy Details

The revised recruitment has 4,029 vacancies across 21 RRBs. The increase from the original 3,993 occurred through Corrigendum-1. The 35 newly added CMA vacancies are distributed among Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Guwahati, Patna and Prayagraj, while one additional JE/Electrical/TRS vacancy was added under Secunderabad. (Rojgar Insights)

RRB-wise Revised Vacancy

⚠️ The detailed vacancy table contains individual post, Railway/Production Unit and category combinations. Candidates should check the relevant Annexure-B before selecting their RRB and post preferences. The vacancies are provisional and may change according to Railway requirements. (Scribd)

Educational Qualification

👨‍🔧 Junior Engineer (JE)

For JE posts, candidates generally need a three-year Diploma in Engineering in the discipline prescribed for the particular post.

A relevant B.E./B.Tech degree can also be accepted in lieu of the prescribed diploma where specified.

Major engineering groups include:

• Civil & Allied Engineering

• Electrical & Allied Engineering

• Electronics & Allied Engineering

• Mechanical & Allied Engineering

The exact qualification depends on the individual JE category, so candidates must match their qualification with Annexure-A before applying. (Free Job Alert)

📦 Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)

Candidates need a three-year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline from a recognised institution, subject to the detailed post parameters.

🧪 Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)

The newly added CMA post requires a B.Sc. degree with Physics and Chemistry, with at least 45% marks, subject to the combinations prescribed in the corrigendum. (Sarkari Nokrii)

📌 Candidates whose final qualifying result is awaited by 13 September 2026 are not eligible.

Age Limit

The age is calculated as on 1 January 2027.

The basic age range is 18–33 years, with the applicable upper-age relaxations specified in the CEN. Relaxations are not cumulative. (Scribd)

Application Fee

*Refund is subject to appearing in the First Stage CBT and applicable bank charges. EBC is a fee-concession category, not the same as OBC or EWS. (Scribd)

Salary

Selected candidates for JE, DMS and CMA are placed in Pay Level-6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

💰 Initial Basic Pay: ₹35,400 per month

Other admissible Railway allowances are payable according to the applicable rules and posting. (Scribd)

Selection Process

The RRB JE Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of:

1. 🖥️ First Stage CBT

2. 🖥️ Second Stage CBT

3. 📄 Document Verification

4. 🩺 Medical Examination

5. 🚆 Final empanelment/allotment according to merit, preferences, medical fitness and vacancy position.

CBT-I is primarily a screening stage. Candidates are shortlisted for CBT-II based on normalized CBT-I performance. The final merit is based on the prescribed CBT-II process, followed by DV and medical fitness. (Sarkari Naukri Khabar)

RRB JE Exam Pattern 2026

CBT-I

⏱️ Duration: 90 minutes
♿ Scribe-eligible candidates: 120 minutes
❌ Negative marking: 1/3 mark for each wrong answer. (jobshouter.com)

CBT-II

⏱️ Duration: 120 minutes
♿ Scribe-eligible candidates: 160 minutes
❌ Negative marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer. A virtual calculator is available in CBT-II. (jobshouter.com)

Important Dates

The detailed notification specifically states that CBT and later-stage dates will be communicated through the concerned RRB websites. (Scribd)

How to Apply Online

1. 🌐 Visit the official RRB website/application portal.

2. Create an RRB account or use your existing account credentials.

3. Select CEN 04/2026.

4. Choose only one RRB carefully.

5. Enter personal and educational details.

6. Select eligible posts and preferences.

7. Complete the required live photograph process.

8. Upload the required signature/documents.

9. Pay the applicable examination fee online.

10. Check the complete form carefully.

11. Submit the application.

12. Save the application/confirmation page for future use.

⚠️ Important: Applying to more than one RRB can lead to rejection of all applications. The chosen RRB cannot be changed during the modification period. (Scribd)

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following ready:

• 📄 Matriculation/10th certificate

• 🎓 Diploma/Degree/B.Sc. certificate and marksheets

• 🪪 Valid identification details

• 📜 SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS certificate, if applicable

• ♿ PwBD certificate, where applicable

• 🪖 Ex-Servicemen documents, where applicable

• 📷 Live photograph

• ✍️ Signature

• 🏦 Aadhaar-linked bank account details for applicable fee refund

• 📱 Active mobile number

• 📧 Personal email ID

Previous RRB JE Recruitment Data 📊

Candidates often search for previous vacancies, forms filled and cutoff before applying. Here is the information that can be stated safely:

The 2025 cycle had 2,585 vacancies, while the current recruitment has 4,029 after the latest corrigendum. (Testbook)

For the earlier CEN 03/2024 cycle, the Railway Recruitment Boards had notified 7,951 vacancies and later published RRB-wise/post-wise normalized CBT-I cutoffs. Therefore, candidates should not use one common “RRB JE cutoff” number; the actual cutoff depends on RRB, post/category and competition. (Reserve Bank of India)

What about the total number of forms filled?

❗ No consolidated official all-India application count for the previous cycle has been found. Some websites quote estimates or partial RTI-based figures, but these should not be presented as an official total. NAUKRIDOOT.COM therefore does not publish an invented application number.

How to Check RRB JE Admit Card & Result

The RRB JE 2026 admit card and result are not available yet because the CBT schedule itself has not been announced.

When released:

1. Visit the concerned official RRB website.

2. Open the CEN 04/2026 section.

3. Click the City Intimation/E-Call Letter or Result link.

4. Enter the required login details.

5. Download and save the document.

RRBs have specifically advised candidates to download e-call letters only from the official RRB websites. (Scribd)

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We focus on:

✅ Checking recruitment details against official notifications
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For example, the RRB JE vacancy was initially 3,993, but after Corrigendum-1 it became 4,029. Instead of continuing with the old number, this article uses the latest revised figure. (Rojgar Insights)

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many vacancies are there in RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

There are 4,029 revised vacancies under CEN 04/2026 for JE, DMS and CMA posts.

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

The online application deadline is 13 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.

3. What qualification is required for RRB JE?

Candidates generally need a relevant three-year Engineering Diploma or B.E./B.Tech, depending on the post. DMS and CMA have separate prescribed qualifications.

4. What is the age limit?

The basic age range is 18–33 years as on 1 January 2027, with applicable relaxations for eligible categories.

5. What is the RRB JE salary?

JE, DMS and CMA posts carry Level-6 pay with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400, plus applicable allowances.

6. When will the RRB JE 2026 exam be held?

The CBT dates have not yet been announced. Candidates should follow their concerned RRB website.

7. Can I apply for more than one RRB?

No. Candidates can choose only one RRB for this CEN. Multiple applications can lead to rejection.

Conclusion

The RRB JE Recruitment 2026 is a strong opportunity for engineering Diploma, Degree and eligible B.Sc. candidates, with the revised vacancy count now standing at 4,029 posts. The most important point right now is the deadline: applications close on 13 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Candidates should verify their exact post qualification, medical standard and RRB preference before submitting the form. Since the CBT date is still pending, applicants should also begin preparation for CBT-I and CBT-II immediately rather than waiting for the exam schedule.

🚨 If you are eligible and have not applied yet, do not wait for the last day.