The RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) under Indian Railways.
This recruitment is a major opportunity for Diploma and Engineering degree holders seeking a technical government job in the railway sector across India.
Important Dates (Expected)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 31 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 December 2025 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 12 December 2025 |
| Form Edit / Correction Date | 13–22 December 2025 |
| Application Status | 12 January 2026 |
| Revised Exam Date | 19–20 February & 25 February 2026 |
| Exam City Details | 10 February 2026 |
| Admit Card Date | 16 February 2026 (Available Now) |
| Result | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | RRB |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (JE) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All Railway Zones |
| Selection Process | CBT 1 + CBT 2 + DV + Medical |
Posts Included (Indicative)
- Junior Engineer (Civil)
- Junior Engineer (Mechanical)
- Junior Engineer (Electrical)
- Junior Engineer (Electronics)
- Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
- Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
Zone-wise and discipline-wise vacancy details are available in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline
OR - B.E. / B.Tech Degree in relevant field
Qualification must be from recognized institution/university.
Age Limit (Expected)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
Age Relaxation:
- OBC: 3 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
Application Fee (Expected)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | ₹250 |
Partial refund applicable after appearing in CBT 1 (as per RRB rules).
Selection Process
Stage 1: CBT 1 (Preliminary)
Subjects:
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Awareness
- General Science
Qualifying in nature for shortlisting.
Stage 2: CBT 2 (Main Examination)
Subjects:
- General Awareness
- Physics & Chemistry
- Basics of Computers & Applications
- Basics of Environment & Pollution Control
- Technical Abilities (Core Engineering Subject)
Marks of CBT 2 are counted for final merit.
Stage 3: Document Verification
- Educational Certificates
- Identity Proof
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Other relevant documents
Stage 4: Medical Examination
Candidates must meet railway medical standards as per post requirements.
Exam Pattern (Highlights)
CBT 1
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 90 Minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3rd per wrong answer
CBT 2
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 | 15 |
| Computer & Environment | 20 | 20 |
| Technical Subject | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Duration: 120 Minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3rd per wrong answer
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | Level 6 | ₹35,400 |
Approx. Gross Salary: ₹44,000 – ₹55,000 per month (including allowances)
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Railway Pass
- Pension under NPS
Admit Card
- Available on respective RRB regional websites.
- Download using registration number and password.
- Carry printed admit card with valid photo ID proof.
How to Apply Online
- Visit official RRB regional website.
- Click on RRB JE 2026 Recruitment link.
- Register using valid email & mobile number.
- Fill application form carefully.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents.
- Pay application fee online.
- Submit and download confirmation page.
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Revised Exam Date Notice | English | Hindi |
| Online Mock Test Link | Click Here |
| Download Application Status | Click Here |
| Check Application Status Notice | Click Here |
| Check Exam Date Notice | Hindi | English |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Vacancy Increased / Date Extend Notice | Click Here |
| Check Corrigendum Notice | Click Here |
| Check Zone Wise Vacancy Details | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | English | Hindi |
| Check Syllabus & Exam Pattern | English | Hindi |
| Railway RRB Official Website | Click Here |
Final Words
The RRB JE 2026 exam is one of the most competitive technical railway recruitments. Focus strongly on your core engineering subject along with mathematics and reasoning to secure a high score in CBT 2.