The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026 under CEN 04/2026. Through this recruitment drive, RRB will fill 4,098 vacancies for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant posts across various Railway Zones.

The online application process will begin on 14 August 2026 and continue until 13 September 2026. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online after carefully reading the official notification.
RRB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 04/2026 |
| Recruitment | RRB Junior Engineer (JE) 2026 |
| Posts | Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent & Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 4,098 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 September 2026 |
| Application Correction | As per Schedule |
| CBT Exam Date | To be Announced |
| Admit Card Release | Before Examination |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹250 |
| All Female Candidates | ₹250 |
Fee Refund
After appearing in CBT Stage‑I:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹400 will be refunded.
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Full ₹250 will be refunded.
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or E‑Challan.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2027)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Railway Recruitment Board rules.
RRB JE Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent & Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant | 4,098 | Candidates must possess the required educational qualification in the relevant engineering discipline as prescribed in the official notification. |
Note: Candidates should refer to the official notification for post-wise educational qualifications and discipline-specific eligibility.
Category-wise Vacancy
The detailed category-wise distribution of vacancies for UR, OBC, EWS, SC, and ST will be published in the official notification.
Selection Process
The RRB JE Recruitment 2026 selection process generally includes:
- Computer Based Test (CBT‑I)
- Computer Based Test (CBT-II)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final selection.
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed under Level‑6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix along with applicable allowances and Railway benefits as per government rules.
How to Apply for RRB JE Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Railway Recruitment Board website.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Review all entered details before submitting the application.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar Card or Valid Photo ID
- Educational Certificates and Mark Sheets
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Other documents mentioned in the official notification
Important Links
| Description | Status |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Available from 14 August 2026 |
| Official Notification | To be Released Soon |
| Official Website | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
