RRB JE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 3,993 Posts, CEN 04/2026
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official notification for RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026 under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026. The recruitment drive has announced a total of 3,993 vacancies for Junior Engineer and related technical posts in Indian Railways.
The online application process has started from 14 August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online up to 13 September 2026. Candidates with the required Engineering Diploma/Degree or post-specific qualifications can apply after checking the detailed eligibility conditions.
RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Recruitment Name | RRB JE Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | CEN No. 04/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 3,993 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment/Submission | 15 September 2026 |
| Correction Window | 16 to 25 September 2026 |
| Scribe Candidates | 26 to 30 September 2026 |
| Job Location | Various Railway Zones Across India |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Initial Pay | ₹35,400/- |
| Selection Process | CBT-1, CBT-2, Document Verification & Medical Examination |
| Official Website | RRB Official Website |
The above application dates, fee deadlines, correction schedule, vacancy and selection details are given on the referenced recruitment page.
RRB JE Vacancy 2026
A total of 3,993 vacancies have been announced under RRB CEN 04/2026. The category-wise vacancy distribution is:
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 1,699 |
| SC | 624 |
| ST | 363 |
| OBC | 913 |
| EWS | 394 |
| Total | 3,993 |
According to the recruitment details, vacancies are distributed among different RRBs and railway zones. The RRB-wise total includes Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Bilaspur, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Jammu & Srinagar, Kolkata, Malda, Mumbai, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Prayagraj, Ranchi, Secunderabad and Thiruvananthapuram.
RRB-Wise Vacancy Details
| RRB | Railway Zone | Total Posts |
| Ahmedabad | WR | 143 |
| Ajmer | NWR | 252 |
| Bangalore | SWR | 298 |
| Bhopal | WR / WCR | 113 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECOR | 86 |
| Bilaspur | CR / SECR | 124 |
| Chandigarh | NR | 183 |
| Chennai | SR | 362 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 198 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 329 |
| Jammu & Srinagar | NR | 152 |
| Kolkata | ER / SER | 457 |
| Malda | ER / SER | 30 |
| Mumbai | SCR / WR / CR | 411 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 17 |
| Patna | ECR | 73 |
| Prayagraj | NCR / NR | 340 |
| Ranchi | SER | 122 |
| Secunderabad | ECOR / SCR | 110 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | SR | 101 |
| Grand Total | — | 3,993 |
The detailed RRB-wise figures above are as listed on the referenced CEN 04/2026 recruitment page.
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for RRB JE Recruitment 2026 must fulfil the educational qualification prescribed for the particular post.
Generally, candidates are required to possess an Engineering Diploma or Engineering Degree in the relevant discipline. Certain posts have specific educational requirements, so candidates should carefully check the post-wise qualification before applying.
The recruitment information also specifies that particular qualifications apply to posts such as JE (IT) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant. Therefore, candidates should not assume that one qualification applies to every post.
Age Limit
The age will be calculated as on 01 January 2027.
| Category | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| UR / EWS | Maximum 33 Years |
| OBC-NCL | Maximum 36 Years |
| SC / ST | Maximum 38 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible reserved categories as per the applicable Railway/Government rules.
Candidates should check the official notification for the exact date-of-birth criteria and category-wise relaxation before submitting the form.
Application Fee
The application fee mentioned for RRB JE CEN 04/2026 is:
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST | ₹250/- |
| PwBD | ₹250/- |
| Female Candidates | ₹250/- |
| Application Modification Fee | ₹250/- |
The fee can be paid through the prescribed online payment modes such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking and other available online payment options.
Candidates should also check the refund provisions in the official notification, as the applicable amount is linked to appearing in the first-stage CBT.
RRB JE Salary 2026
Selected candidates for Junior Engineer posts are placed at Pay Level-6, with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month under the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Apart from basic pay, selected employees are eligible for applicable allowances and benefits according to Railway rules.
RRB JE Selection Process 2026
The selection process for RRB JE Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages:
1. Computer Based Test – Stage 1
Candidates will first have to appear for the first-stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1).
2. Computer Based Test – Stage 2
Candidates qualifying in the first-stage examination will be considered for the second-stage CBT as per the recruitment rules.
3. Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted after the CBT stages will be called for document verification. Candidates must produce the required original documents and certificates.
4. Medical Examination
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed medical standards applicable to their post.
Final appointment will be subject to qualifying in the required selection stages, verification of documents and fulfilment of medical and other eligibility requirements.
Important Dates for RRB JE Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 13 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment / Form Submission | 15 September 2026 |
| Form Edit / Modification | 16 to 25 September 2026 |
| Scribe Candidates | 26 to 30 September 2026 |
| CBT-1 Exam City | To Be Notified |
| CBT-1 Admit Card | To Be Notified |
| CBT-1 Exam Date | To Be Notified |
Candidates should regularly check the official RRB website for updates regarding the examination city, admit card and CBT examination schedule.
Documents Required for RRB JE Online Form
Candidates should keep the required documents ready before starting the online application process. These may include:
- Recent/live candidate photograph
- Scanned signature
- Engineering Diploma/Degree certificate and relevant educational documents
- Valid identity proof
- Category certificate, wherever applicable
- SC/ST certificate where applicable for railway travel concession
- PwBD-related documents, wherever applicable
- Scribe photograph/details, wherever applicable
As mentioned in the application instructions, the portal may require a live photograph and scanned signature in the prescribed format.
How to Apply for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can follow the steps below to complete the RRB JE online application:
- Visit the official RRB application portal or the concerned regional RRB website.
- Open the CEN 04/2026 – Junior Engineer (JE), DMS & CMA recruitment link.
- Complete the registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Complete the required OTP verification.
- Log in to the application portal.
- Enter personal and educational details carefully.
- Select the appropriate post preferences and RRB zone as applicable.
- Capture/upload the required live photograph and signature.
- Upload other required certificates and documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the prescribed online payment method.
- Carefully check the complete application form before final submission.
- Submit the application.
- Download and save the application confirmation page for future reference.
The application should be submitted well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical problems.
RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
Apply Online: Candidates can apply through the official RRB application portal.
Official RRB Website: Railway Recruitment Board official website.
Official Notification: Candidates should download and read the complete CEN 04/2026 notification before applying.
For direct application and official recruitment information, candidates should use only the links provided through the official Railway Recruitment Board websites. The official RRB notification also instructs candidates to use the designated RRB application links for this recruitment.
