Railway RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 2,569 Posts
Ministry of Railways, Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs): Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have issued the Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) for recruitment of 2,569 Junior Engineers (JE), Junior Engineers (IT), Chemical Supervisors, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistants (CMA) across Indian Railway zones. Engineering Diploma and B.E./B.Tech degree holders can apply online via the rrbapply.gov.in portal.
Total Vacancies
2,569 Posts
Qualification
Three-year Diploma in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, CS/IT) OR B
Age Limit
18 Years - 36 Years (includes 3 years one-time age relaxation as per CEN guidelines)
Salary / Pay Level
Level-6 in 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Application Fee
₹500/- (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT-1)
Selection Mode
Stage 1
5. Important Dates
- Official Notification Date: Published in Employment News / RRB Portal
- Online Application Start Date: Active / Portal Schedule
- Online Application Last Date: Check Official Schedule
- Last Date for Fee Payment: Check Official Schedule
- Application Form Correction: Available in Correction Window
- Examination Date: CBT Stage-1 & Stage-2 Schedule
- Admit Card Release Date: 4 Days Before Exam (City Slip 10 Days Before)
- Result Declaration Date: Stage-Wise Normalization & Merit
6. Application Fee & Payment
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500/- (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT-1)
- SC / ST Candidates: ₹250/- (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in CBT-1)
- All Female Candidates: ₹250/- (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in CBT-1)
- Other Reserved / PwD: ₹250/- for PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Transgender, Minorities & EBC (Full refund after CBT-1)
- Payment Modes: Online via Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
8 & 9. Educational Qualification & Post-Wise Eligibility
General Requirement: Three-year Diploma in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, CS/IT) OR B.E. / B.Tech Degree in relevant discipline from a recognized University or Institute approved by AICTE. For CMA posts: Bachelor's Degree in Science (Physics & Chemistry) with minimum 45% marks.
| Post Name / Cadre | Total Vacancies | Minimum Prescribed Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil Engineering Cadres) | 1,100+ Posts | Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering. |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical & Allied) | 650+ Posts | Diploma / Degree in Mechanical / Production / Automobile Engg. |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical & S&T Cadres) | 680+ Posts | Diploma / Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Telecommunication Engg. |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | 139 Posts | B.Sc. with Chemistry & Physics with min 45% marks. |
10. Physical Standard & Endurance Requirements
| Category / Cadre | Height | Chest Standard | Running Race Test | Other Tests / Walking / Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Fitness Standard A-3 / B-1 / B-2 / C-1 | Not Specified | Not Specified | Not Applicable | Strict distance and near vision standards (Distance: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses; Color Vision, Binocular Vision, Field of Vision, and Night Vision tests apply). |
Note: No running or physical endurance test. Candidates must meet the prescribed Railway Medical Fitness category (A-3/B-1/B-2/C-1) for their chosen post.
11. Selection Process & Stages
- Stage 1: 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1 - Screening Test)
- Stage 2: 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2 - Core Technical & General Subjects)
- Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) in 1:1 ratio based on CBT-2 normalized marks
- Stage 4: Rigorous Medical Examination conducted at Railway Hospitals
12. Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
Exam Mode: Two-Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1 & CBT-2) •
Duration: CBT-1: 90 Minutes | CBT-2: 120 Minutes •
Total Questions: CBT-1: 100 Questions | CBT-2: 150 Questions •
Total Marks: CBT-1: 100 Marks | CBT-2: 150 Marks •
Negative Marking: 1/3rd Mark deducted for every wrong answer
| Subject / Examination Section | Total Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| CBT-1: Mathematics (30 Qs), Reasoning (25 Qs), General Science (30 Qs), General Awareness (15 Qs) | 100 | 100 |
| CBT-2: Technical Abilities (100 Qs), General Awareness (15 Qs), Physics & Chemistry (15 Qs), Computers (10 Qs), Environment (10 Qs) | 150 | 150 |
13. Subject-Wise Detailed Syllabus
📚 CBT-1 Non-Technical Syllabus
Mathematics (BODMAS, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics), General Intelligence & Reasoning (Analogies, Coding, Syllogisms, Series, Venn Diagrams), General Awareness (Current Affairs, Science & Tech, Sports, Polity), General Science (10th standard Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
📚 CBT-2 Technical & Core Syllabus
Technical Engineering Abilities as per relevant trade (Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Science/IT), Basics of Computers & Applications, Basics of Environment and Pollution Control, Physics & Chemistry up to 10+2 standard.
14. Salary, Pay Scale & Allowances
15 & 16. Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | UR (Gen) | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (All Branches) | 1,053 | 693 | 256 | 385 | 182 | 2,569 |
17. How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1: Visit the centralized recruitment portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Step 2: Create an account using your Aadhaar number, active mobile, and personal email.
- Step 3: Log in and select the Junior Engineer (CEN) recruitment.
- Step 4: Enter Diploma / Engineering Degree details and select your engineering discipline exam group.
- Step 5: Select your preferred Railway RRB Zone and order of post preferences.
- Step 6: Upload passport photo and signature as per prescribed specifications.
- Step 7: Pay the fee (₹500 / ₹250) and provide bank account details for refund.
- Step 8: Submit the application and download the application confirmation PDF.
18. Required Documents for Online Registration & Verification
- Engineering Diploma or B.E. / B.Tech Degree Certificate & Semester Marksheets
- 10th Class (Matriculation) Certificate (for DOB verification)
- Aadhaar Card (Mandatory for biometric verification)
- Bank Account details (Account Number, IFSC) for fee refund
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) in prescribed Central Railway format
- Recent passport-size color photograph and scanned signature
19. Important Instructions for Candidates
- A candidate can apply to only ONE Railway Zone. Applying to multiple RRBs results in permanent disqualification.
- The choice of exam group for CBT-2 must correspond strictly to your engineering discipline.
- Biometric Aadhaar authentication is conducted at the exam centers.
- Marks scored in CBT-1 are purely screening; the final merit list is prepared strictly based on CBT-2 normalized marks.
20 - 25. Official Direct Links & Application Action Buttons
| 21. Official Online Application Portal | 🚀 Apply Online (Central RRB Apply Portal) |
|---|---|
| 20. Download Official Notification PDF | 📄 Download Official RRB JE CEN Notification PDF |
| 22. Official Board Website | 🌐 Visit Indian Railways Official Website |
| 23. Admit Card / Exam City Intimation | Download CBT-1 / CBT-2 Admit Card |
| 24. Official Answer Key & Response Sheet | Official RRB JE CBT Key & Response Sheet |
| 25. Examination Result & Merit List | Check RRB JE Cutoff Marks & DV Shortlist |
| Detailed Subject-Wise Syllabus | Detailed RRB JE Technical & Non-Tech Syllabus |
26. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can final semester engineering students apply for RRB JE?
No. Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification (Diploma or Degree) on or before the closing date of application submission. Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.
Q2. Is there any interview for the RRB JE post?
No. There is no interview for Junior Engineer posts. Selection is determined entirely by CBT-2 marks followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Q3. Can B.E. / B.Tech graduates apply for RRB Junior Engineer?
Yes. Candidates holding a B.E. / B.Tech degree in relevant engineering disciplines are fully eligible to apply alongside Diploma holders.