| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) — Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India |
| CEN No. | CEN 04/2026 | Ref: E(MPP)/2026/24/4/JE-DMS-CMA |
| Posts | Junior Engineer (JE) | Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Total Vacancies | 4,098 Posts across 35 post categories |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-6 (7th CPC) — Basic Pay ₹35,400/month + DA + HRA + TA |
| Qualification | 3-year Diploma OR B.E./B.Tech in relevant Engineering discipline (post-wise — to be specified in detailed CEN) |
| Age Limit | 18 – 33 years as on 01 January 2027 | Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per Govt. norms |
| Application Opens | 14 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Selection Process | CBT 1 → CBT 2 → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Apply Mode | Online — rrbapply.gov.in |
| Coverage | All India — 26 Railway Zones & Production Units |
📅 Last Date: 13 September 2026
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About RRB JE Recruitment 2026 (CEN 04/2026)
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released an indicative notice under CEN No. 04/2026 for 4,098 vacancies of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) across all Zonal Railways and Production Units. This is one of the largest Railway technical recruitment drives — covering Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Signal & Telecommunication departments and DMS (Stores).
The indicative notice (Ref: E(MPP)/2026/24/4/JE-DMS-CMA) was released on 25 July 2026. The detailed CEN with full eligibility criteria, syllabus, application fee, and zone-wise vacancies will be released when the online application window opens tentatively on 14 August 2026 at rrbapply.gov.in.
📊 Department-wise Vacancy Summary
| Department | Vacancies | % Share |
|---|---|---|
| 🏗️ Engineering (Civil) | 1,654 | 40.4% |
| ⚙️ Mechanical | 1,213 | 29.6% |
| 🔌 Electrical | 614 | 15.0% |
| 📦 Stores (DMS) | 314 | 7.7% |
| 📡 Signal & Telecommunication | 303 | 7.4% |
| TOTAL | 4,098 | 100% |
📋 Post-wise Vacancy Details (All 35 Posts)
| # | Post Name | Dept. | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JE / P Way | Civil | 845 |
| 2 | JE / Works | Civil | 470 |
| 3 | JE / Carriage & Wagon | Mechanical | 450 |
| 4 | JE / Mechanical (Workshop) | Mechanical | 436 |
| 5 | Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | Stores | 314 |
| 6 | JE / Signal | S&T | 197 |
| 7 | JE / Civil (Design Drawing & Estimation) | Civil | 190 |
| 8 | JE / Electrical / TRD | Electrical | 180 |
| 9 | JE / Electrical / TRS | Electrical | 163 |
| 10 | JE / Mechanical | Mechanical | 130 |
| 11 | JE / Electrical / General Services | Electrical | 111 |
| 12 | JE / Telecommunication | S&T | 79 |
| 13 | JE / Track Machine | Civil | 60 |
| 14 | JE / Diesel Mechanical | Mechanical | 45 |
| 15 | JE / Bridge | Civil | 44 |
| 16 | JE / Electrical / EMU | Electrical | 44 |
| 17 | JE / Electrical (Design Drawing & Estimation) | Electrical | 41 |
| 18 | JE / Diesel Electrical | Mechanical | 40 |
| 19 | JE / Electrical (Production Unit) | Electrical | 38 |
| 20 | Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | Mechanical | 35 |
| 21 | JE / Electrical (Workshop) | Electrical | 33 |
| 22 | JE / Millwright | Mechanical | 29 |
| 23 | JE / Mechanical (Design Drawing) | Mechanical | 28 |
| 24 | JE / Research Civil | Civil | 13 |
| 25 | JE / S&T Workshop | S&T | 12 |
| 26 | JE / S&T (Design Drawing) | S&T | 10 |
| 27 | JE / Civil Design (Production Unit) | Civil | 9 |
| 28 | JE / Works (Production Unit) | Civil | 7 |
| 29 | JE / Design MP | Mechanical | 6 |
| 30 | JE / Design C&W | Mechanical | 6 |
| 31 | JE / S&T Design | S&T | 5 |
| 32 | JE / Design Electrical | Electrical | 4 |
| TOTAL (35 post categories) | 4,098 | ||
🗺️ Zone-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Zone / Unit | Vacancies | Zone / Unit | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| SR — Southern Railway | 426 | NFR — Northeast Frontier Railway | 425 |
| CR — Central Railway | 348 | WR — Western Railway | 289 |
| NR — Northern Railway | 287 | SWR — South Western Railway | 266 |
| ER — Eastern Railway | 265 | SECR — South East Central Railway | 262 |
| NCR — North Central Railway | 247 | WCR — West Central Railway | 199 |
| NWR — North Western Railway | 167 | NER — North Eastern Railway | 118 |
| SER — South Eastern Railway | 118 | RCF — Rail Coach Factory | 109 |
| ECOR — East Coast Railway | 106 | ECR — East Central Railway | 100 |
| CLW — Chittaranjan Loco Works | 70 | ICF — Integral Coach Factory | 63 |
| BLW — Banaras Loco Works | 60 | RDSO | 54 |
| SCR — South Central Railway | 34 | RWF — Rail Wheel Factory | 33 |
| MCF — Modern Coach Factory | 26 | SCoR — South Coast Railway | 17 |
| RWP — Rail Wheel Plant | 7 | Metro Railway | 2 |
| TOTAL — 26 zones/units | 4,098 | ||
SCR (South Central Railway / Secunderabad RRB) covers Telangana & AP — 34 posts confirmed. Detailed zone-wise category breakup will be in the official CEN PDF on rrbapply.gov.in.
🎓 Eligibility — Qualification & Age
Educational Qualification
- Junior Engineer (JE): 3-year Diploma OR B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/IT/Metallurgy depending on post). Full post-wise qualification will be in the detailed CEN Annexure-A.
- Depot Material Superintendent (DMS): Degree in relevant discipline — details in CEN Annexure-A
- Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA): B.Sc in Chemistry/Metallurgy OR Diploma in Metallurgy — details in CEN Annexure-A
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2027)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 – 33 years |
| OBC (NCL) | Up to 36 years (+3) |
| SC / ST | Up to 38 years (+5) |
| PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. of India rules — detailed in CEN |
💰 Salary & Pay Scale
| Pay Level | Level-6 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹35,400/month |
| Gross Salary (approx.) | ₹50,000–₹60,000/month including DA (60%), HRA (X/Y/Z city class) & Transport Allowance |
| Other Benefits | Railway Pass, Medical, Quarters, Pension (NPS), Gratuity, Group Insurance |
📝 Selection Process
- CBT 1 (Computer Based Test — Stage 1) — General awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science
- CBT 2 (Computer Based Test — Stage 2) — Technical ability in relevant discipline (shortlisted from CBT 1)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
Final merit based on CBT 2 marks (DV & ME are qualifying). Exact syllabus, exam pattern, and negative marking details will be in the detailed CEN.
📅 Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Approval Notice | 1 July 2026 |
| Indicative Short Notice Released | 25 July 2026 |
| Detailed CEN + Application Opens | 14 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 September 2026 (Tentative) |
| CBT 1 Date | To be announced |
📋 How to Apply
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in from 14 August 2026 (tentative)
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done
- Fill in personal, educational and post preference details
- Select preferred zone and post
- Upload photo, signature and documents as specified
- Pay application fee online
- Verify Aadhaar details — name and DOB must match 10th certificate exactly
- Submit form before 13 September 2026
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Total vacancies in RRB JE CEN 04/2026?
4,098 posts across 35 post categories — JE P-Way (845), JE Works (470), JE C&W (450), JE Mechanical Workshop (436), DMS (314), JE Signal (197) and more.
Q2. When will RRB JE 2026 applications open?
Tentatively 14 August 2026 at rrbapply.gov.in. Last date: 13 September 2026. These are tentative dates from the short notice — confirmed dates will be in the detailed CEN.
Q3. What is the salary of RRB JE 2026?
Pay Level-6 — initial basic pay ₹35,400/month. Gross salary approximately ₹50,000–₹60,000/month including DA (60%), HRA, Transport Allowance and other Railway allowances.
Q4. Which discipline has the most vacancies in RRB JE 2026?
Civil/Engineering department — 1,654 vacancies. JE P-Way alone has 845 posts — the highest single post. Mechanical follows with 1,213 posts, Electrical with 614.
Q5. Is Diploma eligible for RRB JE 2026?
Yes — both 3-year Diploma and B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering disciplines are eligible. Post-wise exact qualification will be in the detailed CEN Annexure-A.
Q6. What is the age limit for RRB JE 2026?
18–33 years as on 01 January 2027 for General/EWS. OBC: 36 years | SC/ST: 38 years. Relaxations as per Govt. norms.
Q7. What is the selection process for RRB JE 2026?
CBT 1 → CBT 2 → Document Verification → Medical Examination. Merit based on CBT 2. DV and ME are qualifying stages.
Q8. Which RRB zone has highest vacancies?
Southern Railway (SR): 426 | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR): 425 | Central Railway (CR): 348. SCR (Secunderabad — covers Telangana/AP): 34 posts.
Q9. Is there a detailed notification PDF available now?
Only an indicative short notice is released. The detailed CEN PDF with full eligibility, syllabus, fee, and zone-wise breakup will be available on rrbapply.gov.in when applications open on 14 August 2026.
Q10. How many Railway zones are covered in RRB JE 2026?
All 26 Railway Zones and Production Units — from Metro Railway (2 posts) to Southern Railway (426 posts).
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