RRB JE Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB JE Recruitment 2026 notification under CEN No. 04/2026, offering a great opportunity for engineering candidates to join Indian Railways. This recruitment drive is for 4,029 vacancies across posts like Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). The online application process began on 14 August 2026, and candidates must submit their forms before the deadline, i.e tomorrow, September 13, 2026. Check this article to know more about the RRB JE Recruitment 2026 last date, application fee deadline, and other important details you need to know before applying.
RRB JE Recruitment 2026 Highlights
Candidates can find all the information about RRB JE Recruitment 2026 in the table given below:
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Particulars
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Details
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Recruiting Body
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Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
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Post Names
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Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
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CEN Number
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CEN No. 04/2026
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Total Vacancies
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4,029
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Application Start Date
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14 August 2026
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Last Date to Apply Online
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13 September 2026 (11:59 PM)
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Last Date for Fee Payment
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15 September 2026
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Age Limit
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18 to 33 years (as on 1 January 2027, relaxation applicable)
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Selection Process
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CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification, Medical Examination
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Pay Level
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Level 6 (Initial basic pay ₹35,400)
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Official Website
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rrbapply.gov.in
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RRB JE Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates must check whether they meet the required qualifications and age limits set by the Railway Recruitment Board. Meeting these criteria is essential, as incomplete or ineligible applications will be rejected during document verification.
Educational Qualification
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Candidates must hold a three-year Diploma in Engineering or a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology in the relevant discipline for the post applied for.
The required qualification must be completed on or before the application closing date.
Candidates awaiting their final results are not eligible to apply.
Age Limit
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The Minimum age is 18 years (as on 1 January 2027)
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The maximum age is 33 years for General/EWS candidates, with relaxation for reserved categories (e.g., 36 years for OBC-NCL candidates)
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Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, and other eligible categories.
RRB JE Recruitment 2026 Apply Link
RRB has started the recruitment notification for a total of 4,029 vacancies on August 14, 2026. The last date to apply for RRB JE is September 13, 2026. Interested candidates must complete the application process from the direct link given below:
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RRB JE Recruitment 2026
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RRB JE Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates need to pay the application fee online while filling out the RRB JE form. The fee amount differs based on category, so applicants should check the correct fee before making the payment, as incorrect payments cannot be adjusted or refunded.
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General/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates: ₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing in CBT 1)
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SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/Women/Transgender/Minority/Economically Backward Class candidates: ₹250 (fully refundable after appearing in CBT 1)
The last date for fee payment is 15 September 2026, two days after the application deadline.
Steps to Apply Online for RRB JE Recruitment 2026
Applying for RRB JE Recruitment 2026 is a simple online process, but candidates should follow each step carefully to avoid errors in their application. Here's the complete process:
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Visit the official RRB website, rrbapply.gov.in.
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Look for "CEN No. 04/2026 Recruitment for various posts of Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent" and click on New Registration.
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Click Create an Account and enter your mobile number, email ID, and personal details. If you already have an account from a previous RRB CEN (2024/2025), you can use the same login credentials.
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Log in to your RRB Candidate Login portal using the registered email and password.
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Select CEN 04/2026 – JE/DMS, then choose your preferred post(s) and examination language.
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Fill in your personal and academic details along with your exam preferences.
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Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a recent passport-size photograph and signature.
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Pay the applicable application fee through net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.
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Review all details carefully and submit the form.
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Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last moment, as heavy website traffic near the deadline can cause submission issues.
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