RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 4029 Junior Engineer Posts

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The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have released the RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 notification (CEN No. 04/2026) inviting online applications for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) posts. Following Corrigendum-1, the total vacancy count now stands at 4,029, spread across 21 Railway Recruitment Boards and multiple zones. Diploma holders and engineering degree holders in disciplines such as Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Electronics & Allied Engineering, as well as candidates holding a B.Sc. with Physics and Chemistry for the CMA post, can check their eligibility and apply online before the last date.

This article explains the RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 notification in detail, covering important dates, application fee, vacancy break-up, eligibility criteria, salary, selection process, and the step-by-step application procedure, based strictly on the information released by RRB.

RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India
Recruitment Name	CEN No. 04/2026 (JE/DMS/CMA)
Post Name	Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
Total Vacancies	4,029 (revised from 3,993 through Corrigendum-1)
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Various Railway Zones and Production Units across India
Official Website	Concerned RRB regional website / rrbapply.gov.in (candidates must apply through their chosen RRB’s official portal)

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification / CEN Release	August 2026 (Short Notice); Corrigendum-1 issued on 18–19 August 2026
Application Start Date	14 August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	13 September 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment	15 September 2026
CBT-I Exam Date	Not Mentioned in the Official Notification
CBT-II Exam Date	Not Mentioned in the Official Notification
Admit Card Date	Not Mentioned in the Official Notification
Result Date	Not Mentioned in the Official Notification

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Vacancy Details

A total of 4,029 vacancies have been notified under CEN No. 04/2026 across 35+ departments and disciplines, including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Signal & Telecommunication, and Stores. The vacancies are distributed among 21 RRB zones. Corrigendum-1 added 35 new CMA vacancies and 1 additional JE (Electrical/TRS) vacancy at RRB Secunderabad. A sample of the zone-wise distribution released so far is given below; candidates should refer to the detailed CEN for the complete RRB-wise and post-wise break-up applicable to their zone.

RRB Zone	Approximate Vacancies
RRB Kolkata	457
RRB Mumbai	411
RRB Chennai	362
RRB Jammu-Srinagar	152
Other RRB Zones (17 zones)	Remaining vacancies as per detailed CEN

Category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) vacancy break-up: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification’s short notice stage — candidates should check the detailed CEN annexures for exact community-wise figures against their chosen RRB and post.

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Age Relaxation

Standard age relaxation is applicable to SC/ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and other reserved/special categories as per Government of India and Railway Recruitment rules. Exact category-wise relaxation figures: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification excerpt available for this article.

Experience Requirement

Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.

Post-wise Eligibility

Post	Qualification Basis
Junior Engineer (JE)	3-year Diploma / equivalent Engineering degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics & Allied Engineering, as per the Exam Group for the applied post
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)	B.Sc. with Physics and Chemistry, minimum 45% marks
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)	Not Mentioned in the Official Notification in further detail

Candidates should match their exact educational qualification with the specific post and Exam Group listed in Annexure A of the CEN before applying, as requirements are not identical for every post.

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates for JE, DMS, and CMA posts will be placed at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month. In addition to the basic pay, candidates will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other allowances admissible under Railway rules.

Selection Process of RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026

• 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I) – screening test
• 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-II) – discipline/technical test
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

Minimum qualifying marks in the CBT stages are UR/EWS – 40%, OBC-NCL/SC – 30%, and ST – 25% (with relaxation as applicable for PwBD candidates). One-third of the marks allotted to each question is deducted for a wrong answer.

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How to Apply for RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official website of the concerned RRB or the application portal rrbapply.gov.in.
• Register by creating an account using a valid mobile number and email ID (these details, along with the chosen RRB, cannot be changed later, including during the modification window).
• Log in and fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and category details.
• Upload the required photograph and signature as per the specified format and size.
• Pay the applicable application fee online as per your category.
• Review all entered details carefully and submit the application.
• Download and save a copy of the submitted application form/confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates can apply to only ONE RRB. Submitting multiple applications can lead to rejection and debarment from the recruitment process.

Documents Required for RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026

• Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the prescribed format
• A valid photo ID proof
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets relevant to the applied post
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen), where applicable
• Date of birth proof (the date of birth entered must match the Matriculation/SSLC or equivalent certificate)

Additional document requirements, if any, will be specified in the detailed CEN and at the time of document verification: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification beyond the points above.

Important Instructions

• The vacancy figure has been revised from 3,993 to 4,029 through Corrigendum-1; candidates should refer to the latest notification and corrigendum before applying.
• Corrigendum-1 also introduced a new Medical Standard (B-2) and added the CMA post along with its exam syllabus.
• Candidates who have undergone LASIK or other refractive-error correction surgery are not eligible for JE posts requiring the A-3 medical standard.
• Details filled in the ‘Create an Account’ step (mobile number, email ID, chosen RRB) cannot be modified at any later stage, including during the modification window.
• Candidates must verify their Aadhaar details before submitting the online application.
• Keep a regular check on the official RRB website for updates on exam dates, admit cards, and results.

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Important Links of RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026

Apply Online: Click Here

Official Notification (CEN 04/2026 PDF): Click Here

Official Website: Click Here

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many total vacancies are announced under RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026?

A total of 4,029 vacancies have been announced under CEN No. 04/2026 for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant posts, after revision through Corrigendum-1.

Q2. What is the last date to apply online for RRB JE 04/2026?

The online application window closes on 13 September 2026 at 23:59 hrs, with fee payment allowed until 15 September 2026.

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

Candidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age as on 1 January 2027, with standard age relaxation for reserved categories as per Railway rules.

Q4. What is the application fee for RRB JE 04/2026?

General/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates must pay ₹500/- (₹400/- refundable on appearing CBT-I), while SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender/Minorities/EBC candidates must pay ₹250/- (fully refundable on appearing CBT-I).

Q5. What is the selection process for RRB JE 2026?

Selection consists of four stages: 1st Stage CBT, 2nd Stage CBT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

Q6. What is the pay scale for RRB JE, DMS, and CMA posts?

Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month, plus admissible allowances.

Q7. Can a candidate apply to more than one RRB zone?

No. Candidates can apply to only one RRB. Applying to multiple RRBs can lead to rejection and debarment.

Q8. What educational qualification is required for the Junior Engineer post?

A three-year Diploma in Engineering (or equivalent B.E./B.Tech) in the discipline mapped to the applicable Exam Group — Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics & Allied Engineering.

Disclaimer

This article is published for general informational purposes on RajSarkariResult.com, based on details available from the RRB JE 04/2026 (CEN No. 04/2026) notification and its corrigendum at the time of writing. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details from the official RRB notification/CEN PDF and the official RRB website before applying or making any decisions. RajSarkariResult.com does not guarantee selection, shortlisting, or employment of any kind, and vacancy figures, dates, and other details are subject to revision by the Railway Recruitment Boards.

 

• Junior Engineer (JE): A three-year Diploma in Engineering (or equivalent B.E./B.Tech) in the discipline mapped to the applicable Exam Group — Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics & Allied Engineering — from a recognized University/Institution.
• Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA): B.Sc. with Physics and Chemistry, with a minimum of 45% marks.
• Depot Material Superintendent (DMS): As specified for the post in the official notification (Not Mentioned in the Official Notification in further detail here).
• Candidates awaiting their final qualification result are not eligible to apply.