
RRB JE Application Form 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially announced the registration schedule for the RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026 through an indicative notification under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 4,098 vacancies for the posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) across various railway zones.
As per the notification, the online application process will commence on August 14, 2026, while the last date to submit the application form is September 13, 2026. Interested and eligible candidates will be able to apply through the official RRB websites once the detailed notification is released.
The Ministry of Railways has released the indicative notification mentioning the important registration dates for the recruitment process. Candidates are advised to keep their documents ready and complete Aadhaar verification before filling out the application form.
| Event | Date |
| Indicative Notification Release Date | July 25, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | August 14, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | September 13, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Detailed Notification Release | To be announced |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
The Railway Recruitment Boards have notified approximately 4,098 vacancies under Level-6 posts.
Junior Engineer (JE)
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
The vacancies are spread across different railway zones and production units in various engineering disciplines.
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Name | RRB JE Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification Number | CEN No. 04/2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Total Vacancies | 4,098 (Approx.) |
| Posts | JE, DMS and CMA |
| Pay Level | Level-6 under 7th CPC |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹35,400 per month |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Start Date | August 14, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | September 13, 2026 |
Candidates applying for RRB JE Recruitment 2026 should possess:
Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline, or
Degree in Engineering from a recognised university/institution, depending on the post.
The post-wise educational qualifications will be specified in the detailed notification.
As per the indicative notification:
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 33 Years
Age Calculation Date: January 1, 2027
Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable according to government norms.
Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
| Particular | Details |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹35,400 per month |
Apart from the basic salary, candidates will also receive allowances such as:
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Transport Allowance (TA)
Other Railway Benefits
Candidates can follow the steps below once the application window opens:
Visit the official website of the respective Railway Recruitment Board.
Click on the RRB JE Recruitment 2026 Apply Online link.
Register using personal details and generate login credentials.
Fill in educational qualifications, communication details, and post preferences.
Upload scanned copies of:
Passport-size photograph
Signature
Educational certificates
Category certificate (if applicable)
Pay the prescribed application fee through online payment modes.
Submit the application form and download the confirmation page.
The Railway Recruitment Boards have advised candidates to complete Aadhaar authentication while submitting the online application.
Candidates should ensure that:
Name in Aadhaar matches the Class 10 certificate.
Date of birth details are identical in all documents.
Aadhaar contains the latest photograph and biometric details.
The board has stated that Aadhaar verification will help avoid delays during document scrutiny and recruitment stages.
Vacancies are available across several departments, including:
Permanent Way (P-Way)
Works
Bridge
Construction
Design and Drawing
TRD
TRS
General Services
Workshops
EMU
Rolling Stock
Production Units
Coaching Depots
Diesel Sheds
Signal Systems
Telecommunication
Communication Networks
Information Technology (IT)
Stores
Chemical & Metallurgical Departments
Printing Press
Medical Engineering Units
The selection process is expected to consist of the following stages:
Computer Based Test (CBT 1)
Computer Based Test (CBT 2)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Final appointment will be based on merit, document verification, and medical fitness.
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before registration:
Aadhaar Card
Class 10 Certificate
Diploma/Degree Certificates
Recent Passport-size Photograph
Signature
Category Certificate (if applicable)
PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Valid Mobile Number and Email ID
Applications will be accepted only through online mode.
Candidates should regularly visit the official RRB websites for the detailed notification.
Ensure that all details entered during registration match official documents.
Read the detailed advertisement carefully before submitting the application form.
