RRB JE 2026 Exam Date Out for CBT 1 Exam, 2569 JE/DMS/CMA Vacancies

The Railway Recruitment Board, under M/o of Indian Railways, is conducting the RRB JE 2026 Exam for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical Supervisor, & Metallurgical Assistant posts. The RRB aims to select eligible candidates for 2569 JE vacancies across all Railway Zones and PUs. It is a great opportunity for candidates who hold an Engineering degree and are preparing for Railway Exams. Learn more about what the notification contains, including the registration last date, detailed selection process, current salary, and more, here.

RRB JE 2026 Exam Date Out

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has finally announced the RRB JE Exam Date 2026 on 7th January 2026 on its official website at www.rrbcdg.gov.in. Candidates who have applied for the Junior Engineer vacancy in Indian Railways, must start preparing now as the RRB JE 2026 Computer-Based Test has been scheduled for 19th, 20th February and 3rd March 2026. The city intimation and admit card will be released 10 days and 4 days respectively before the exam date. Candidates are advised to keep an eye on the official website for daily updates or just bookmark this page.

Check the official RRB JE Exam Date 2026 Notice here.

RRB JE Recruitment 2026: Highlights

To apply for RRB Junior Engineer recruitment, candidates must hold a degree in engineering / B.Tech. or equivalent. The exam will be conducted in multiple stages, such as CBT 1, CBT 2, Document verification, and Medical Examination. Candidates must prepare efficiently for each stage if they want to get selected. Upon successful completion of the exam stages, selected candidates will be appointed as  Junior Engineer, Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant, Depot Material Superintendent, Metallurgical Supervisor (Research), and Chemical Supervisor (Research). Check the table here for a detailed summary.

RRB JE 2026 Vacancy Details

The total vacancy advertised under CEN 05/2025 is 2569 for multiple posts. These posts come under Pay Level 6 as per the 7th CPC. The post-wise vacancy is as follows:

• ​Junior Engineer (Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering, S&T): 2312
  
• Chemical Supervisor & Metallurgical Assistant: 63
  
• Depot Material Superintendent: 195

RRB JE 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions to apply for the RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026. The eligibility criteria include age limit, educational qualification, nationality, and medical standards.

Age Limit (as on 01/1/2026)

Minimum Age: 18 years

Maximum Age: 33 years

Candidates must be born between 02.01.1993 and 01.01.2008 (both dates inclusive).

Age Relaxation (as per categories)

The age relaxation officially available to different categories is discussed in the table here:

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following qualifications from a recognized university or institution:

• For Junior Engineer (JE): Diploma or Degree in Engineering in the relevant discipline.
  
• For Chemical & Metallurgical Supervisor: Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics and Chemistry as main subjects with 55% marks.
  
• For Depot Material Superintendent (DMS): Diploma/Degree in Engineering from any recognized university.
  

Note: Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible to apply.

N​ationality

Candidates must be:

• A citizen of India, or
  
• A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
  
• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962, intending to settle permanently, or
  
• A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or East African countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India.
  

Medical Standards

Candidates must meet the medical fitness standards prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Board for the respective posts. The medical requirements ensure that candidates are physically and mentally fit to carry out duties safely and efficiently.

RRB JE 2026 Application Fee

RRB JE 2026 Selection Process

The RRB JE 2026 selection process is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) to shortlist eligible candidates for Junior Engineer and related posts. The selection involves multiple stages to test candidates’ technical knowledge and practical skills. The complete selection process includes the following stages:

RRB JE 2026 Exam Pattern

• ​Both CBT 1 and CBT 2 are objective-type online exams.
  
• Each question carries 1 mark.
  
• Negative Marking: For every wrong answer, 0.33 marks will be deducted.
  
• CBT 1 serves as a screening test, and marks are not counted in the final merit list.
  
• CBT 2 is the main stage, and marks obtained here are considered for final selection.
  
• The difficulty level of CBT 1 is moderate, while CBT 2 includes more technical and subject-specific questions.
  
• The language of examination is available in English, Hindi, and other regional languages.
  
• Candidates must qualify at each stage to progress to Document Verification and Medical Test.
  

RRB JE 2026 Syllabus

​The RRB JE Syllabus is designed to test candidates’ technical knowledge, reasoning ability, and general awareness. It is divided into two stages: CBT 1 and CBT 2.

• CBT 1 Syllabus: Includes topics from Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science. This stage focuses on basic aptitude, logical skills, and fundamental science concepts.
  
• CBT 2 Syllabus: Covers General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Basics of Computers and Applications, Basics of Environment and Pollution Control, and Technical Subjects relevant to the engineering discipline chosen by the candidate.
  
• Candidates should focus more on the technical section in CBT 2 as it carries maximum weightage in the final selection. A strong grasp of core engineering concepts and current affairs will help improve overall performance.
  

RRB JE 2026 Salary Structure

​Selected RRB Junior Engineer (JE) candidates receive a competitive salary at Level 6 as per the 7th Pay Commission, which includes basic pay, allowances, perks, and deductions. The salary differs during the training period and after successful completion of training.

RRB JE 2026 Region & Websites

The RRB JE 2026 exam will be conducted across different regions in India. Candidates can apply through their respective RRB regional websites for updates, notifications, and application details.

RRB JE Zone-wise Divisions

The RRB JE Zone-wise Divisions 2026 include all major Indian Railway zones. Each zone manages recruitment and operations in its region. Candidates can apply based on their preferred zone. This helps ensure fair selection and smooth recruitment across all railway divisions.