Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) JE Recruitment 2026
Indian Railways | Recruitment of 4,029 Junior Engineers (JE), DMS & CMA Posts
Massive technical career opportunity in Indian Railways! The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has published an official recruitment notification inviting online applications for 4,029 vacancies. The recruitment drive covers key technical profiles including Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Signal & Telecom, IT), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) across various zonal railways nationwide. Eligible Diploma and Engineering Degree holders must submit their online forms prior to the closing deadline of September 13, 2026.
Important Event Dates & Fee Refund Details
| Key Event Schedule |
Application Fee & Refund Rules |
• Online Registration Start Date: Active Now
• Closing Date to Apply Online: 13 September 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 13 September 2026
• Form Modification Window: 14 to 23 September 2026
• CBT Stage-1 Exam Schedule: To Be Notified Soon
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• General / OBC / EWS: ₹500/- (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT-1)
• SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Female / Transgender: ₹250/- (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in CBT-1)
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI gateway.
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Post-Wise Qualification, Age Limit & Pay Scale
| Post Profile |
Age Limit |
Educational Requirement |
| Junior Engineer (JE) (Various Technical Streams) |
18 - 33 Years |
3-Year Diploma or B.E./B.Tech Degree in relevant Engineering discipline (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, IT, etc.) from a recognized institution. |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) |
18 - 33 Years |
3-Year Diploma or Degree in Engineering in any stream from a recognized university/board. |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
18 - 33 Years |
B.Sc. Degree with Physics and Chemistry as core subjects with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. |
| Initial Salary / Pay Level |
Level-6 (7th CPC): Initial Basic Pay of ₹35,400/- + DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and other central railway perks. |
Selection Process & Computer-Based Test (CBT) Pattern
The recruitment process comprises four mandatory stages:
- CBT Stage-1 (Screening Test): 100 Objective Questions | 90 Minutes Duration.
Subjects: Mathematics (30 marks), General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 marks), General Awareness (15 marks), and General Science (30 marks). Negative marking: 1/3rd mark deduction.
- CBT Stage-2 (Main Exam): 150 Objective Questions | 120 Minutes Duration.
Subjects: General Awareness (15 marks), Physics & Chemistry (15 marks), Basics of Computers & Applications (10 marks), Basics of Environment & Pollution Control (10 marks), and Technical Abilities (100 marks).
- Document Verification (DV): Merit-listed candidates are screened for original academic credentials, caste certificates, and identity verification.
- Medical Examination: Strict physical fitness test (specifically Visual Acuity Standards like A-3, B-1, B-2) at nominated Railway Hospitals.
How to Submit RRB JE Online Application Form 2026
- Go to the official regional portal of your target RRB (e.g., rrbapply.gov.in).
- Click on "CEN 03/2026 - Apply Online" and create your account using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in with your generated credentials and select your preferred RRB Zone and post preferences (JE / DMS / CMA).
- Fill in educational qualification details, diploma/degree specs, and personal information accurately.
- Upload required scanned documents: Passport-size photo (white background), Signature, Matriculation Certificate, and SC/ST Caste Certificate (for free travel pass).
- Pay the application fee via the online payment gateway.
- Preview the application form thoroughly and submit it before September 13, 2026. Save the confirmation receipt.
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