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RRB JE 2026
RRB Junior Engineer Recruitment · आरआरबी जूनियर इंजीनियर
What is RRB JE?
RRB JE recruits Junior Engineers, Depot Material Superintendents and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistants for Indian Railways through two computer-based tests, document verification and a medical exam.
CBT 1 is a screening test; CBT 2 decides the merit list and is mostly technical.
- Conducting body
- RRB
- Qualification
- Diploma or degree in the relevant engineering discipline
- Age limit
- 18–33 years
- Exam stages
- 2 stages: CBT 1, CBT 2
- 2026 vacancies
- Vacancies to be notified
- Negative marking
- One-third mark per wrong answer
RRB JE, DMS and CMA (CEN 04/2026): important dates
Applications closedFull 2026 details →
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 13 Sep 2026 |
| Correction window opens | 16 Sep 2026 |
| CBT 1 | To be announced |
Latest RRB JE updates
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How to apply for RRB JE
- 1Create an account on rrbapply.gov.in — the common application portal for all Railway Recruitment Boards
- 2Open the JE Centralised Employment Notice (CEN), choose your RRB and post preferences
- 3Fill in educational and personal details and upload photograph and signature
- 4Pay ₹500 (₹250 for SC/ST, women, PwBD, ex-servicemen, minorities and EBC); most of it is refunded after you appear in the CBT
- 5Submit and download the application
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RRB JE eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Diploma or degree in the relevant engineering discipline. Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant requires a B.Sc. with Physics and Chemistry (45%).
- Age limit
- 18–33 years
- Nationality
- Citizen of India, or other categories as specified in the notification.
Application fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT 1) | ₹500 |
| SC, ST, women, PwBD, ex-servicemen, minorities, EBC (fully refunded after appearing) | ₹250 |
RRB JE exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBT 1 | Computer-based test | 100 | 100 | 90 min |
| CBT 2 | Computer-based test | 150 | 150 | 120 min |
RRB JE syllabus
CBT 1 & 2
Mathematics
Number system, Simplification, Percentage, Ratio and proportion, Average, Profit and loss, Simple and compound interest, Time and work, Time, speed and distance, Mensuration, Data interpretation
CBT 1 & 2
Reasoning
Analogies, Classification, Series, Coding-decoding, Blood relations, Direction sense, Syllogism, Venn diagrams, Seating arrangement, Puzzles, Non-verbal reasoning
CBT 1 & 2
General Science
Physics basics, Chemistry basics, Life sciences, Environment
CBT 1 & 2
Technical abilities
Branch-specific diploma-level engineering syllabus (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, IT, Chemical & Metallurgical)
Selection process
- 1CBT 1 (screening)
- 2CBT 2
- 3Document verification
- 4Medical examination
How to prepare for RRB JE
Practice for RRB JE
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RRB JE: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for RRB JE?
The age limit for RRB JE is 18–33 years (as on 1 January of the notification year). Upper age relaxation: OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 years, SC / ST 5 years, PwBD (Unreserved) 10 years, PwBD (OBC) 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST) 15 years, Ex-servicemen 3 years.
What is the educational qualification for RRB JE?
To apply for RRB JE: Diploma or degree in the relevant engineering discipline. Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant requires a B.Sc. with Physics and Chemistry (45%).
What is the selection process of RRB JE?
The RRB JE selection process is: CBT 1 (screening) → CBT 2 → Document verification → Medical examination.
Is there negative marking in RRB JE?
Yes. CBT 1: One-third mark per wrong answer; CBT 2: One-third mark per wrong answer.
How to apply for RRB JE?
Apply online on the official portal (https://www.rrbapply.gov.in): 1) Create an account on rrbapply.gov.in — the common application portal for all Railway Recruitment Boards; 2) Open the JE Centralised Employment Notice (CEN), choose your RRB and post preferences; 3) Fill in educational and personal details and upload photograph and signature; 4) Pay ₹500 (₹250 for SC/ST, women, PwBD, ex-servicemen, minorities and EBC); most of it is refunded after you appear in the CBT; 5) Submit and download the application.