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

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates – RRB CEN 04/2026

RRB JE Vacancy Details 2026

Detailed RRB-wise and Railway Zone/Production Unit-wise vacancies are provided in Annexure-B. The notified vacancies are provisional and may increase, decrease or become NIL according to Railway requirements.

Posts Covered Under RRB CEN 04/2026

The CEN contains 37 post categories covering Junior Engineer positions in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, S&T and related departments, along with Depot Material Superintendent.

• Junior Engineer / Electrical and related Electrical posts
• Junior Engineer / Civil, P. Way, Works and Track Machine
• Junior Engineer / Mechanical, Carriage & Wagon, Diesel and Millwright
• Junior Engineer / S&T, Signal and Telecommunication
• Depot Material Superintendent

Eligibility Criteria for RRB JE Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

Qualification varies according to the post. Candidates must possess the prescribed educational/Technical/professional qualification from a recognized Institute/University on or before 13 September 2026. Candidates awaiting the final result of the prescribed qualification are not eligible.

JE posts require the relevant prescribed three-year Diploma, B.Sc. in Civil Engineering where specified, or the applicable engineering qualification in disciplines such as Civil, Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Electrical, Electronics, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial, Machining, Instrumentation & Control, Tools & Die Making, Communication, Computer Science and Information Technology, depending on the post.

Depot Material Superintendent Qualification

DMS requires a three-year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution. Higher qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech are accepted in lieu of the three-year Diploma in Engineering in the same discipline, as specified in the CEN.

Age Limit

RRB JE Salary Structure 2026

The CEN specifies the initial pay of ₹35,400. Other pay components and benefits are governed by the applicable Railway service rules.

Selection Process for RRB JE Recruitment 2026

1. 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I)
2. 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-II)
3. Document Verification (DV)
4. Medical Examination (ME)

CBT-I is a screening test for shortlisting candidates for CBT-II. DV shortlisting is based on normalized CBT-II marks, merit and options. Empanelment is subject to successful document verification and prescribed medical fitness.

RRB JE Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026

CBT-I

Duration: 90 minutes; 120 minutes for candidates eligible to use a scribe.

CBT-I syllabus: Mathematics covers number systems, BODMAS, decimals, fractions, LCM/HCF, ratio, percentage, mensuration, time/work, time/distance, interest, profit/loss, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, square root, age, calendar/clock and pipes/cisterns. Reasoning includes analogies, series, coding-decoding, relationships, syllogism, Venn diagrams, data interpretation, analytical reasoning, classification, directions, statements, arguments and assumptions. General Awareness includes current affairs, geography, culture, history, polity, economy, environment, sports and science/technology. General Science covers Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to 10th-standard CBSE level.

CBT-II

Duration: 120 minutes; 160 minutes for candidates eligible to use a scribe.

CBT-II syllabus: General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry up to 10th-standard CBSE level, computer fundamentals, environment and pollution control, and technical abilities based on the applicable Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or Civil Exam Group syllabus in Annexure-VIII.

Negative Marking and Qualifying Marks

1/3 mark of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for every wrong answer.

A virtual calculator is available during CBT-II. The notification provides separate technical Exam Groups for Mechanical and Allied, Electrical and Allied, Electronics and Allied, and Civil and Allied Engineering.

Registration and Examination Fee

Refund is available only to candidates who appear in CBT-I. Fee payment is online through internet banking, debit/credit card or UPI.

Medical Examination

Candidates called for DV must pass the prescribed Railway medical fitness test for the opted post. The CEN includes A-3, B-1 and C-1 standards with post-specific visual requirements. A candidate medically unsuitable for the opted post will not be given an alternative appointment.

How to Apply for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the official RRB website and open the CEN No. 04/2026 application link.
2. Create an RRB account or use existing credentials from an earlier RRB CEN.
3. Use an active personal mobile number and email ID.
4. Authenticate identity through DigiLocker/Aadhaar as advised.
5. Select only one RRB and enter eligible post/Railway Zone preferences.
6. Enter personal, educational and category details carefully.
7. Complete live photo capture and upload the required signature/documents.
8. Submit the application and pay the applicable fee online.
9. Save the registration number, submitted form and payment confirmation.

Multiple applications to different RRBs or the same RRB can lead to rejection and debarment.