The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) under the Ministry of Railways is soon going to release the official notification for the highly anticipated RRB JE Recruitment 2026. This year, the board has approved a massive total of 4098 vacancies across 35 categories for various posts, including Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). Eligible candidates will be able to submit their applications online directly through the official regional RRB portals or at www.indianrailways.gov.in. The online registration is expected to begin in August 2026 and will officially close in September 2026.

Candidates have to fulfil the prescribed eligibility criteria before applying for RRB JE Recruitment 2026. The age limit for the applicants has been fixed between minimum 18 years and maximum 33 years for unreserved category. A highly competitive central government job will be offered to selected candidates with an initial basic pay of Rs. 35,400/- per month in Pay Level-6. Application fee is Rs. 500/- for General, EWS and OBC candidates and Rs. 250/- for SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and Female candidates.

The RRB JE Recruitment 2026 final selection will be a multi-stage process to ensure the right fit for these technical positions. This includes Computer Based Test 1 (CBT-1), CBT-2, Document Verification and Medical Examination. All the engineering graduates and diploma holders looking for a career in Indian Railways should check the below vacancy distribution and prepare accordingly.

Ministry of Railways (Railway Board)

RRB JE Recruitment 2026

Advt. CEN 2026 (Upcoming) | Read Short Details Notification

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Important Dates

Application Fees

•Apply Online Start Date: August 2026 (Expected)

•Apply Online Last Date: September 2026 (Expected)

•Exam Date: To be notified via RRB Portal

•General / EWS / OBC: Rs. 500/-

•SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-SM: Rs. 250/-

•Mode of Payment: Online Gateway

RRB Junior Engineer JE Notification 2026: Age Limit

•Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years

•Maximum Age Limit: 33 years

•Age calculated as on: 20 July 2026

Age Relaxation: -
•OBC: 3 years
•SC/ST: 5 years
•PwBD: 10 years

RRB Junior Engineer JE Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Post Name	RRB JE Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Junior Engineer (JE)	•Candidates must possess a full-time Diploma or Bachelor's Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in relevant engineering disciplines (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, S&T) from a recognized university or institute.
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)	•Candidates must have a Diploma or Degree in Engineering from any recognized university.
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)	•Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Science with Physics and Chemistry, scoring a minimum of 45% marks.

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RRB Junior Engineer JE Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
Department	Sub-Departments Included	Total Vacancies
Electrical	Design & Drawing, EMU, General Services, PU, TRD, TRS, Workshop, R&D	614
Engineering	Bridge, Design & Drawing, P Way, PU, R&D, Track Machine, Works	1629
Mechanical	Carriage & Wagon, CMT (CMA), Design & Drawing, Diesel Shed, PU, Workshop, Millwright, R&D	1198
S & T	Design & Drawing, Signal, Tele, Workshop, R&D	303
Stores	Stores Depot (DMS)	314
Grand Total	All 35 Post Categories	4098 Vacancies

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RRB Junior Engineer JE Recruitment 2026: Salary Details
Post Name	Pay Level	Basic Monthly Salary
Junior Engineer (JE)	Pay Level - 6	Rs. 35,400/-
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)	Pay Level - 6	Rs. 35,400/-
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)	Pay Level - 6	Rs. 35,400/-

(Note: Allowances such as DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance will be added extra as per rules.)

RRB Junior Engineer JE Recruitment 2026: Selection Process

[RRB JE selection starts with application screening, followed by a two-tier written examination, document verification, and ends with a medical fitness evaluation. Candidates must clear each stage one by one to get final selection.

· CBT 1 (Computer Based Test 1)

· CBT 2 (Computer Based Test 2)

· Document Verification

· Medical Examination]

How to Apply Online for RRB Junior Engineer JE Recruitment 2026

· First, open the official portal of the Indian Railways by visiting www.indianrailways.gov.in or navigate to your specific regional RRB website.

· Go to the 'Recruitment' tab and read the full text of the RRB JE Notification 2026 carefully.

· Click on the "New Registration" link to fill in your basic details using a valid email ID and an active mobile number.

· Log into the recruitment portal using your credentials to complete your educational history and select your preferred post categories.

· Upload clear scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, 10th-standard certificate (DOB proof), and mandatory degree/diploma files.

· Pay the applicable registration fee (Rs. 500/- or Rs. 250/-) securely through the online payment gateway using Debit/Credit cards or Net Banking.

· Review all inputted details, submit your digital form, download the generated application slip showing your registration number, and save it for tracking purposes.

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FAQs

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies announced for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The Railway Board has officially approved a total of 4098 vacancies for the posts of Junior Engineer, DMS, and CMA under the RRB JE Recruitment 2026.

Q2. When will the online application start for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The online application process for RRB JE Recruitment 2026 is expected to start in August 2026 across the official regional RRB websites.

Q3. What is the prescribed age limit for the RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The minimum age limit is 18 years, and the maximum age limit is 33 years for unreserved candidates applying for the RRB JE Recruitment 2026. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories.

Q4. What is the exact application fee for female candidates in the RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Under the RRB JE Recruitment 2026, all female applicants, as well as SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen category candidates, are required to pay a reduced application fee of Rs. 250/-.

Q5. What is the starting monthly salary for a Junior Engineer selected through RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Candidates selected for the Junior Engineer post in RRB JE Recruitment 2026 will be offered a starting basic salary of Rs. 35,400/- per month under Pay Level-6, excluding additional allowances.

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