Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) ne Ministry of Railways ke under CEN No. 04/2026 ka notification nikaal diya hai. Is recruitment mein Junior Engineer (JE) aur Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) ke kul 3993 posts bhare jaayenge. Yeh vacancies 21 different RRB zones mein faili hui hain, aur Diploma holders in Engineering ke liye yeh ek solid career opportunity hai.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Post Name: Junior Engineer (JE) and Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
- Total Vacancies: 3993
- Pay Level: Level-6 (Initial pay Rs. 35,400)
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: rrbapply.gov.in
Important Dates
Candidates must note all the crucial dates related to the application process to avoid missing deadlines.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 14th August 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 13th September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15th September 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 16th to 25th September 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The notification announces 3993 vacancies for Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent posts. These vacancies are spread across various RRB zones. Kolkata tops the list with the highest number of vacancies — 457 posts in total. Mumbai comes next with 411, while RRB Guwahati has 329 openings. Candidates looking for central government jobs should also check the IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for 11,403 Customer Service Associate (CSA) Posts for banking opportunities. The zone-wise distribution of vacancies is as follows.
| RRB Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Kolkata | 457 |
| Mumbai | 411 |
| Chennai | 362 |
| Prayagraj | 340 |
| Guwahati | 329 |
| Bengaluru | 298 |
| Ajmer | 252 |
| Gorakhpur | 198 |
| Chandigarh | 183 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | 152 |
| Ahmedabad | 143 |
| Bilaspur | 124 |
| Ranchi | 122 |
| Bhopal | 113 |
| Secunderabad | 110 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 101 |
| Siliguri | 92 |
| Bhubaneswar | 86 |
| Patna | 73 |
| Malda | 30 |
| Muzaffarpur | 17 |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must fulfill the educational qualification and age limit criteria to apply for the posts. The eligibility details are given below.
Age Limit
The age limit for the posts is 18 to 33 years as on 1st January 2027. The government provides age relaxation to reserved categories as per rules.
- OBC-NCL candidates get 3 years relaxation.
- SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation.
- PwBD-UR/EWS candidates get 10 years relaxation.
- PwBD-OBC candidates get 13 years relaxation.
- PwBD-SC/ST candidates get 15 years relaxation.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a three-year Diploma in Engineering from a recognized University or Institute. The specific diploma requirements vary based on the post.
- Junior Engineer Electrical: Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics Engineering or their sub-stream combinations.
- Junior Engineer Civil: Diploma in Civil Engineering or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering.
- Junior Engineer/Track Machine: Diploma in Mechanical/Production/Automobile/Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation and Control Engineering.
- Junior Engineer Mechanical: Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Manufacturing/Mechatronics/Industrial/Machining/Instrumentation and Control/Tools and Machining/Tools and Die Making/Automobile/Production Engineering.
- Junior Engineer/Diesel Electrical: Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics Engineering.
- Junior Engineer/S&T/Telecommunication: Diploma in Electrical/Electronics/Information Technology/Communication Engineering/Computer Science and Engineering/Computer Science/Computer Engineering.
- Depot Material Superintendent: Three-year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline.
Application Fee
Candidates need to pay the examination fee to complete the application process. The fee payment can be done online through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EWS | Rs. 250 |
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 500 |
The refund process applies to candidates who appear for the 1st stage CBT. Reserved categories receive a refund of Rs. 250 after deducting bank charges. Other candidates receive a refund of Rs. 400.
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB JE and DMS posts involves four stages. Candidates must qualify at each stage to proceed to the next.
- CBT-I: Computer Based Test Stage 1 acts as a screening test.
- CBT-II: Computer Based Test Stage 2 assesses technical abilities.
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of original documents.
- Medical Examination (ME): Medical fitness test as per standards.
Exam Pattern
Understanding the exam pattern is essential for preparation. The exam consists of two Computer Based Tests.
CBT-I Exam Pattern
CBT-I is a 90-minute test for 100 marks. Candidates with a scribe get 120 minutes. There is 1/3 negative marking for each wrong answer. The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC (NCL) and SC, and 25% for ST.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 30 | 30 |
CBT-II Exam Pattern
CBT-II has a duration of 120 minutes. Scribe candidates get 160 minutes. The paper has 150 questions for 150 marks. This stage also has 1/3 negative marking. Candidates equal to 15 times the total vacancies are shortlisted for DV based on merit. Similarly, candidates preparing for other exams can check the RRB Group D Exam City 2026 Out: Admit Card Download for August Exam for updates on other railway exams.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 | 15 |
| Basics of Computers and Applications | 10 | 10 |
| Basics of Environment and Pollution Control | 10 | 10 |
| Technical Abilities | 100 | 100 |
Medical Fitness Standards
Medical fitness is mandatory for appointment. The medical standards vary for different posts.
- A-3 Standard: Distance vision 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses. Power must not exceed 2D. Near vision should be Sn: 0.6, 0.6. Candidates must pass colour vision, binocular vision, night vision, and mesopic vision tests.
- B-1 Standard: Distance vision 6/9, 6/12 with power up to 4D. Near vision Sn: 0.6, 0.6.
- B-2 Standard: Distance vision 6/9, 6/12 with power up to 4D. Near vision Sn: 0.6, 0.6.
- C-1 Standard: Distance vision 6/12, 6/18. Near vision Sn: 0.6, 0.6.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a salary at Pay Level-6. The initial pay is Rs. 35,400. The salary also includes other allowances as per government rules. Candidates interested in public sector bank jobs can refer to the SBI Clerk 2026 Notification Out: 10,662 Junior Associate Posts, Apply Online Now for details on banking salaries.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Follow the steps below to submit the application.
- Visit the official website rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on the Online Application Form link under Important Web-Links.
- Fill in all personal and educational details correctly.
- Upload the passport-sized photograph and signature.
- Pay the examination fee through the available payment modes.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Important Web-Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit |
| VacancyWallah Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Follow on Facebook | Click Here |
| Free Photo & Signature Resizer | Click Here |
Important Instructions
Candidates should read the official notification carefully before applying. Ensure that all details entered are correct. The correction window opens from 16th to 25th September 2026 for making changes. For any queries, contact the helpline via email at rrb.help@csc.gov.in or phone at 9592001188 and 01725653333. The helpline operates from 10 AM to 5 PM on working days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the total number of vacancies for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?
A. There are a total of 3993 vacancies for Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent posts.
Q. What is the last date to apply for RRB JE 2026?
A. The last date to submit the online application is 13th September 2026.
Q. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
A. The application fee for General category candidates is Rs. 500.
Q. What is the age limit for RRB JE posts?
A. The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 1st January 2027.
Q. Is there negative marking in the CBT exam?
A. Yes, there is 1/3 negative marking for each wrong answer in both CBT-I and CBT-II.
Q. What is the salary for RRB JE posts?
A. The posts carry a pay level of 6 with an initial pay of Rs. 35,400 plus allowances.
Candidates should visit the official website rrbapply.gov.in to apply online before the deadline.
