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RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 3993 Junior Engineer Posts

Junior Engineer (36 categories across Electrical, Engineering/Civil, Mechanical, Signal & Telecommunication departments) and Depot Material Superintendent (Stores department) - 37 categories in total
Vacancies
13 September 2026, 23:59 hrs
Last Date
Online only, through official RRB websites (one RRB, one application)
Apply Mode
Across India, under 21 Railway Recruitment Boards and their allotted Railway Zones/Production Units
Location
Apply Online / Official Website ↗

RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

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Organization NameRailway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India
Total VacanciesJunior Engineer (36 categories across Electrical, Engineering/Civil, Mechanical, Signal & Telecommunication departments) and Depot Material Superintendent (Stores department) - 37 categories in total
Application ModeOnline only, through official RRB websites (one RRB, one application)
Job LocationAcross India, under 21 Railway Recruitment Boards and their allotted Railway Zones/Production Units
Notification NumberCEN No. 04/2026 (JE/DMS)
Last Updated14 Aug 2026

RRB JE & DMS Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Note: Details filled in the "Create an Account" form (mobile number, Email ID) and the chosen RRB cannot be modified at any stage, even during the modification window.
EventDate
Indicative Notice in Employment News25 July 2026
Online Application Start14 August 2026
Online Application Last Date13 September 2026, 23:59 hrs
Last Date for Fee Payment15 September 2026
Modification Window16 September 2026 to 25 September 2026
Scribe Details Submission Window26 September 2026 to 30 September 2026
1st/2nd Stage CBT, DV, Medical Exam DatesNot specified in the official notification - to be announced later on RRB websites

RRB JE & DMS Vacancy 2026 (RRB-wise)

3993 Total Vacancies (All RRBs) ~324* Depot Material Superintendent (derived) 21 Railway Recruitment Boards Note: *The Depot Material Superintendent figure (~324) is not stated as a single all-India total in the notification - it has been derived by summing the DMS rows across all 21 RRBs in Annexure B. Full post-category-wise, RRB-wise, and community-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/ExSM/PwBD) vacancy splits for all 37 categories run to several hundred rows and are available in Annexure A (Post Parameters) and Annexure B (Vacancy Table) of the official CEN. Vacancies are provisional and may increase, decrease, or become nil as per Railway Administration requirements.
RrbTotal Vacancies
Ahmedabad143
Ajmer252
Bengaluru298
Bhopal113
Bhubaneswar86
Bilaspur124
Chandigarh183
Chennai362
Gorakhpur198
Guwahati329
Jammu-Srinagar152
Kolkata457
Malda30
Mumbai411
Muzaffarpur17
Patna73
Prayagraj340
Ranchi122
Secunderabad110
Siliguri92
Thiruvananthapuram101
Total3993

RRB JE & DMS Eligibility 2026

A candidate possessing more than one minimum educational qualification mapped to different Exam Groups can choose only one Exam Group, and must opt for posts whose qualification is mapped to that chosen group. DMS candidates whose diploma discipline isn't in the chart above must choose one of the listed Exam Groups while registering. A candidate must be a citizen of India, a citizen of Nepal, a subject of Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or specified East African/other countries with the intention of permanently settling in India (subject to a certificate of eligibility from the Government of India where applicable).
Educational Qualification
PostQualification
Junior Engineer (all categories)Three years Diploma in Engineering (or a combination of sub-streams) in the discipline mapped to the post - Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Electronics & Allied Engineering - from a recognized University/Institute; higher qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech in the same discipline are also acceptable
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)Three years Diploma in Engineering in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution; higher qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech are also acceptable
Discipline / Exam Group Mapping
Exam GroupEligible Diploma Degree Streams
Mechanical & Allied EngineeringMechanical, Production, Automobile, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial, Machining, Tools & Machining, Tools & Die Making Engineering (or combination of sub-streams)
Electrical & Allied EngineeringElectrical Engineering (or combination of sub-streams)
Electronics & Allied EngineeringElectronics, Instrumentation & Control, Communication, Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology (or combination)
Civil & Allied EngineeringCivil Engineering, B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (3 years) (or combination of sub-streams)

RRB JE & DMS Age Limit 2026

Additional relaxations apply to serving Group C/erstwhile Group D Railway staff, Quasi-Administrative office staff, and widowed/divorced/judicially separated women candidates - see Para 5.2 of the official CEN. Relaxations are not cumulative; a candidate eligible on more than one ground gets only the maximum applicable relaxation.
CategoryDetails
All Candidates18 to 33 years
Age Reckoning Date01 January 2027
DOB Not Born After (Lower Limit)01.01.2009 (all communities)
DOB Not Earlier Than – UR/EWS02.01.1994
DOB Not Earlier Than – OBC-NCL02.01.1991
DOB Not Earlier Than – SC/ST02.01.1989
Age Relaxation
CategoryRelaxation
SC & ST5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 years
Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS)3 years (after deducting length of service from age)
Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL)6 years (after deduction of service)
Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST)8 years (after deduction of service)
PwBD – UR & EWS10 years
PwBD – OBC (NCL)13 years
PwBD – SC & ST15 years

RRB JE & DMS Pay Scale 2026

ParticularsDetails
Pay LevelLevel 6, 7th Central Pay Commission
Initial Pay₹35,400 per month
Medical StandardPost-specific (A-3, B-1, B-2 or C-1) - see Annexure A of the official notification

RRB JE & DMS Selection Process 2026

Selection comprises four stages: 1st Stage CBT, 2nd Stage CBT, Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination (ME). Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for scribe-eligible candidates). This stage is of screening nature; the normalized score is used only for shortlisting to the 2nd Stage CBT, at 15 times the community-wise vacancy for each RRB. Duration: 120 minutes (160 minutes for scribe-eligible candidates); a virtual calculator is provided on screen. Negative marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer, in both stages of CBT. Minimum qualifying marks: UR & EWS 40%, OBC-NCL & SC 30%, ST 25% (relaxable by up to 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage against reserved vacancies). Document Verification is based on merit and options in the 2nd Stage CBT; the number of candidates called equals the number of vacancies. Medical Examination follows the post-specific medical st
1st Stage CBT (Common, Screening)
SectionQuestionsMarks
Mathematics3030
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness1515
General Science3030
Total100100
2nd Stage CBT (Discipline-Specific)
SectionQuestionsMarks
General Awareness1515
Physics & Chemistry1515
Basics of Computers & Applications1010
Basics of Environment & Pollution Control1010
Technical Abilities (Exam Group specific)100100
Total150150

Documents Required

Original Diploma/Degree certificates and mark sheets, with two sets of self-attested photocopies Matriculation/SSC/SSLC certificate as proof of date of birth Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/EBC) in the prescribed annexure format, where applicable Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) certificate and UDID, where applicable Ex-Servicemen discharge/employment certificate and self-declaration, where applicable No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer, for serving Central/State Government or PSU employees Aadhaar/DigiLocker details used for identity verification Colour passport-size photograph, not older than two months, at each stage (CBT/DV/Medical Examination) Scribe-related certificates and letters of undertaking, for eligible PwBD candidates using scribe assistance

Important Conditions

Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification as on the closing date of application; those awaiting final results are not eligible to apply. Vacancies indicated are provisional and may increase, decrease, or become nil, based on Railway Administration requirements. Negative marking of 1/3rd mark per wrong answer applies at both stages of CBT. Request for change of examination centre, date, or shift will not be entertained under any circumstances. Candidates found medically unfit for their opted post will not be offered any alternative appointment. Once empanelled against a post/Railway/category, candidates forfeit the right to be considered for any other post/category within the same Pay Level. RRBs reserve the right to modify, cancel, or reschedule any stage of recruitment, and to change vacancy numbers, at any point. Use of unfair means, impersonation, or submission

RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Visit the official RRB website and use the link provided for CEN No. 04/2026.
  • 2Create an Account using a valid personal mobile number and email ID (these cannot be changed later); use existing login credentials if already registered for an earlier RRB CEN.
  • 3Optionally authenticate identity using DigiLocker/Aadhaar at the account-creation stage for smoother verification later.
  • 4Choose only one RRB and indicate order of preference for Railway Zones/Production Units and posts/categories you are eligible for.
  • 5Fill in personal and educational details, and select the medium of examination and Exam Group.
  • 6Capture a live photograph through the application module (pre-existing photos are not accepted) and upload your signature in JPG/JPEG format (30–49 KB).
  • 7SC/ST candidates seeking a free train travel pass must upload their SC/ST certificate in PDF (under 400 KB).
  • 8Pay the examination fee online via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
  • 9Submit the application and note down the Registration Number for future reference.
  • 10Use the modification window (16–25 September 2026) if corrections are needed, on payment of a ₹250 modification fee per occasion.

RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1How many vacancies are there in RRB JE & DMS Recruitment 2026?
A
There are 3993 total vacancies across 37 post categories under CEN No. 04/2026, spread across 21 Railway Recruitment Boards.
Q2What is the last date to apply?
A
Online applications close on 13 September 2026 at 23:59 hrs, with fee payment allowed until 15 September 2026.
Q3What is the educational qualification for Junior Engineer posts?
A
A three-year Diploma in Engineering (or equivalent B.E./B.Tech) in the discipline mapped to the post's Exam Group - Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Electronics & Allied Engineering.
Q4What is the qualification for Depot Material Superintendent?
A
A three-year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution (or an equivalent higher qualification).
Q5What is the selection process?
A
A 1st Stage CBT (screening), 2nd Stage CBT (discipline-specific), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q6What is the pay scale for RRB JE & DMS?
A
Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC, with an initial pay of ₹35,400 per month.
Q7What is the application fee?
A
₹500 for general candidates (₹400 refundable on appearing 1st Stage CBT) and ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minority/EBC candidates (fully refundable on appearing CBT).
Q8Is there negative marking?
A
Yes, 1/3rd mark is deducted for every wrong answer in both stages of the Computer Based Test.
Q9Can I apply to more than one RRB?
A
No. A candidate may apply to only one RRB with a single application; multiple applications lead to rejection of all applications and debarment.
Q10How can I apply for RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 3993 Junior Engineer Posts?
A
Ans: You can apply online through the official recruitment link provided for RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 3993 Junior Engineer Posts on www.topsarkarijobs.com. Read the full notification and check your eligibility before applying on the official portal. TopSarkariJobs began compiling verified government-job updates in 2020 and launched online in 2025.
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