RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – 3,993 Vacancies | Junior Engineer & DMS | Apply Online

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026 for recruitment to various posts of Junior Engineer (JE) and Depot Material Superintendent (DMS).

A total of 3,993 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. Eligible candidates can apply online from 14 August 2026 to 13 September 2026. Candidates are advised to check the complete notification, eligibility criteria and post-wise requirements before submitting the application.

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

RRB JE Vacancy Details 2026

The recruitment drive offers a total of 3,993 vacancies.

The vacancies are distributed among different Junior Engineer categories and Depot Material Superintendent posts across participating Railway zones/units.

Posts Available

The recruitment is being conducted for:

• Junior Engineer (JE)
• Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)

Junior Engineer vacancies cover various technical disciplines, including relevant posts in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Signal & Telecommunication and other prescribed engineering categories.

Educational Qualification

The educational qualification varies according to the post.

Candidates applying for Junior Engineer posts must possess the prescribed Diploma or Degree in Engineering/Technology in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution.

For Depot Material Superintendent, candidates must possess the qualification prescribed for the post in the official CEN.

Candidates should check the post-wise educational qualification in the official notification before applying, as the required qualification differs for individual posts.

Age Limit

The candidate’s age will be calculated as on 01 January 2027.

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 33 Years

Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories as per Government of India and Railway Recruitment Board rules.

Salary

Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level 6.

Initial Pay: ₹35,400/- per month

In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be eligible for applicable allowances and benefits as per Railway rules.

Application Fee

Candidates who appear in the Stage-I examination will be eligible for the applicable fee refund as per the RRB rules.

Selection Process

The selection process for RRB JE Recruitment 2026 includes:

1. Computer Based Test – Stage I (CBT-I)
2. Computer Based Test – Stage II (CBT-II)
3. Document Verification
4. Medical Examination

Candidates who qualify in the required stages will be considered for appointment according to the applicable recruitment rules.

Exam Pattern

CBT-I

The first-stage examination covers:

• Mathematics
• General Intelligence and Reasoning
• General Awareness
• General Science

CBT-II

The second-stage examination includes:

• General Awareness
• Physics and Chemistry
• Basics of Computers and Applications
• Basics of Environment and Pollution
• Technical Abilities

The technical section will be based on the relevant discipline of the post.

How to Apply for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply online by following the steps below:

1. Visit the official RRB application portal.
2. Read CEN No. 04/2026 carefully.
3. Complete the registration process.
4. Log in using the registered credentials.
5. Select the appropriate RRB and eligible post.
6. Enter the required personal and educational details.
7. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
8. Pay the applicable application fee.
9. Check all the details carefully.
10. Submit the application form before 13 September 2026.
11. Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Instructions

• Candidates must ensure that they fulfill the eligibility criteria before applying.
• The educational qualification must match the requirements of the selected post.
• Candidates waiting for their final qualifying examination results should check the eligibility conditions in the official notification.
• Candidates should carefully select the RRB and post preferences while applying.
• Only one RRB should be selected as permitted under the notification.
• Candidates should keep their registration details safe.
• Candidates are advised to regularly check the official RRB website for further updates regarding the examination, admit card and result.