The Railway Recruitment Boards have released the detailed RRB JE Recruitment 2026 notification under CEN 04/2026 for 3,993 vacancies. Online applications have started from August 14, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their forms until September 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
The recruitment covers various Junior Engineer (JE) posts along with Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) vacancies across participating Railway Recruitment Boards. Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC, carrying an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month.
Candidates planning to apply should first check the post-wise engineering qualification and medical standard carefully. The RRB has also made it clear that a candidate can submit only one application and choose only one RRB under CEN 04/2026.
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RRB JE Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | RRB JE Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification | CEN 04/2026 |
| Recruiting authority | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Posts | Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent |
| Total vacancies | 3,993 |
| Pay level | Level 6, 7th CPC |
| Initial pay | ₹35,400 |
| Age limit | 18 to 33 years |
| Age reference date | January 1, 2027 |
| Application start date | August 14, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | September 13, 2026 |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Selection process | CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification and Medical Examination |
RRB JE Vacancy 2026: 3,993 Posts Announced
The detailed CEN 04/2026 notification lists 3,993 vacancies across all RRBs.
The category-wise distribution is:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1,699 |
| SC | 624 |
| ST | 363 |
| OBC | 913 |
| EWS | 394 |
| Total | 3,993 |
Vacancies are distributed across different RRBs, Railway Zones, Production Units, engineering departments and post categories. Candidates should therefore check the detailed vacancy annexure before finalising their RRB and post preferences.
The RRB has also clarified that the notified vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease depending on requirements of the respective Railway Administrations.
What happened to the earlier 4,098 vacancy figure?
Some earlier reports linked RRB JE Recruitment 2026 with 4,098 vacancies. However, the detailed CEN 04/2026 vacancy table now gives the final notified total as 3,993 posts.
Candidates applying under the current recruitment cycle should therefore use 3,993 vacancies as the relevant figure and refer to the detailed notification while selecting posts.
RRB JE 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative notice in Employment News | July 25, 2026 |
| Online application starts | August 14, 2026 |
| Last date to submit application | September 13, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | September 15, 2026 |
| Application modification window | September 16 to 25, 2026 |
| Scribe details submission window | September 26 to 30, 2026 |
| CBT 1 exam date | To be announced |
Candidates should not wait until the closing day to submit the form, particularly because the chosen RRB and certain account details cannot later be changed through the modification facility.
RRB JE Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility depends on the exact JE post selected by the candidate. The notification contains post-wise educational requirements under different engineering examination groups.
Broadly, vacancies are associated with disciplines such as:
- Civil and Allied Engineering
- Electrical and Allied Engineering
- Electronics and Allied Engineering
- Mechanical and Allied Engineering
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational or technical qualification from a recognised institution or university on or before September 13, 2026.
Applicants whose final qualifying examination result is still awaited are not eligible to apply.
Qualification for Depot Material Superintendent
For the Depot Material Superintendent post, candidates with a three-year Diploma in Engineering in any engineering discipline can apply, subject to the other eligibility conditions prescribed in the notification.
Candidates holding qualifications mapped to different examination groups should carefully check which exam group corresponds to the posts they intend to select.
RRB JE Age Limit 2026
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 33 years as on January 1, 2027.
Upper-age relaxation is available to reserved and other eligible categories according to Railway recruitment rules. This includes relaxation for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and certain other specified categories.
Candidates should calculate their eligibility using the date of birth recorded in their Matriculation, SSLC or equivalent certificate. A later request to change the date of birth entered in the application will not be accepted.
RRB JE Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General candidates and others not covered by concession | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC | ₹250 |
Candidates who pay ₹500 and appear in CBT 1 will be eligible for a refund of ₹400 after deduction of applicable bank charges.
Candidates paying the concessional ₹250 fee will be eligible for refund of ₹250 after applicable bank charges after appearing in CBT 1.
Merely submitting the application does not make a candidate eligible for the refund. Attendance in the first-stage CBT is required.
RRB JE Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of four major stages:
- First Stage Computer Based Test — CBT 1
- Second Stage Computer Based Test — CBT 2
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CBT 1 acts primarily as a screening examination. Candidates are shortlisted for CBT 2 on the basis of their normalised CBT 1 marks.
RRB intends to shortlist candidates for CBT 2 at approximately 15 times the community-wise number of vacancies, although this ratio can be increased or decreased where required.
For Document Verification, candidates are shortlisted on the basis of their CBT 2 marks, merit and options, ordinarily in a number equal to the available vacancies.
RRB JE Salary 2026
Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent posts are placed in Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix.
The initial basic pay is ₹35,400 per month.
Selected candidates may also receive admissible allowances and benefits under Railway rules after appointment. Actual monthly earnings will depend on posting, applicable allowances and statutory deductions.
Only One RRB Can Be Selected
Candidates need to be especially careful while choosing their Railway Recruitment Board.
Under CEN 04/2026:
- A candidate can choose only one RRB.
- Post and Railway Zone preferences must be given within the chosen RRB.
- Only one application should be submitted.
- Multiple applications to the same or different RRBs can result in rejection.
- The chosen RRB cannot be changed through the subsequent application-modification window.
Candidates should therefore examine the RRB-wise vacancy table, eligibility and medical standards before making their final selection.
How to Apply for RRB JE Recruitment 2026
Candidates can complete the application through the official RRB online recruitment portal.
The basic process is:
- Open the RRB online application portal.
- Log in using an existing RRB account or create a new account.
- Select CEN 04/2026.
- Choose the RRB carefully.
- Enter personal, educational and communication details.
- Select eligible post and Railway preferences.
- Complete Aadhaar or permitted identity verification.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents as instructed.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Review all details and submit the application.
- Save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Candidates who created an account during an earlier RRB recruitment should normally use the same login credentials rather than creating another account.
Aadhaar Verification and Fee Refund
The notification advises candidates to authenticate their identity through Aadhaar or DigiLocker during the application process.
Aadhaar verification can simplify identity checks at subsequent stages of recruitment. Candidates using alternate photo identification may be subjected to more detailed verification.
The examination-fee refund for eligible candidates is also linked to an Aadhaar-seeded bank account, making it important to ensure that bank and Aadhaar details are properly linked.
Check Medical Standards Before Selecting Posts
Medical standards differ between JE categories. Depending on the post, standards including A-3, B-1, B-2, C-1 and other prescribed categories may apply.
Candidates should not assume that qualifying the CBT guarantees appointment. They must meet the medical standard prescribed for the post finally allotted to them.
The notification specifically warns that candidates found medically unsuitable for an opted post will not be provided an alternative appointment merely on that ground.
What Candidates Should Do Now
The RRB JE 2026 application process is now open, and eligible engineering diploma and degree holders have until September 13, 2026 to submit the online form.
Before applying, candidates should compare the RRB-wise vacancies, confirm that their engineering qualification is mapped to the selected post, check the required medical standard and choose their RRB carefully. Those planning to appear for the examination should also begin CBT preparation early, with particular emphasis on technical subjects because Technical Abilities accounts for 100 marks in CBT 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in RRB JE Recruitment 2026?
CEN 04/2026 contains 3,993 vacancies for various Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent posts.
What is the last date to apply for RRB JE 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is September 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
What is the age limit for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?
Candidates should generally be between 18 and 33 years as on January 1, 2027, with applicable upper-age relaxation for eligible categories.
What is the RRB JE salary?
The posts are placed at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month.
Is there negative marking in RRB JE 2026?
Yes. Both CBT stages carry a penalty of one-third mark for each incorrect answer.
Can I apply to more than one RRB?
No. Candidates should choose only one RRB and submit a single application under CEN 04/2026. Multiple applications can lead to rejection and other action under the recruitment rules.
