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RRB JE CEN 04/2026: Application Correction Window Open & CBT-1 Exam Pattern, Syllabus for 4,029 Posts

Advt No: Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026•Railway Recruitment Boards
Official Process Flow

Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones

Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Railway Recruitment Boards

View Exam Pattern & Syllabus
01

Online Application Window

Application window closed on 13 Sept 2026

Closed
02

Stage 1: 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1: 100 Questions, 90 Minutes

Mathematics, General Intelligence, General Science, General Awareness) with 1/3rd Negative Marking

Date To Be Notified
03

Stage 2: 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2: 150 Questions, 120 Minutes

Technical Abilities in relevant engineering discipline + General Physics/Chemistry, Basics of Computers, Environment & Pollution Control)

Date To Be Notified
04

Stage 3: Document Verification

(DV) & Biometric/Photo Identity Cross-Matching

Document Scrutiny
05

Stage 4: Detailed Medical Fitness Examination

(A-3 / B-1 / B-2 standard) in Railway Hospitals & Final Zonal Panel Allocation

Date To Be Notified
All official examination schedules, hall tickets, and results are issued exclusively by Railway Recruitment Boards.
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15-Second Executive Decision Summary

Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification

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Total Vacancies
RRB

4,029

Junior Engineer (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / S&T / IT / Track Machine), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) / Supervisor

Min Qualification
Age Limit & Cut-off

18 – 33 Yrs

as on 1 Jan 2027

Pay Scale / Salary

₹35,400–₹1,12,400

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Railway Recruitment Boards (Advt No: Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026)

About this Recruitment

Online applications for 4,029 Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA), and Chemical Supervisor vacancies under Railway Recruitment Boards CEN 04/2026 closed on 13 September 2026. The official application correction window is currently active from 16 to 25 September 2026 on rrbapply.gov.in. Candidates can review the detailed two-stage CBT syllabus, scoring schemes, and preparation roadmap below.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • RRB JE Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 04/2026) officially published for 4,029 vacancies.
  • Pay Matrix Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) with central DA, HRA, and Railway perks.
  • Online applications closed on 13 September 2026; correction window active from 16 to 25 September 2026.
  • Comprehensive two-stage computer-based test (CBT-1 & CBT-2) selection process.
  • Examination fee refund (₹400/₹250) upon appearing in 1st Stage CBT.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

33 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 January 2027

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

SC / ST Candidates: +5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: +3 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - UR): +10 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - OBC): +13 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - SC/ST): +15 Years
Ex-Servicemen (Length of service + 3 years): +3 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 January 2027)

Educational Eligibility: DIPLOMA, B TECH BE, B SC

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Notification Released

13 August 2026

2

Application Start Date

14 August 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

13 September 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Junior Engineer (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / S&T / IT / Track Machine)3820 DIPLOMA
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)110 DIPLOMA
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) / Supervisor99 B SC
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (Basic Pay ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Running/Night Duty Allowance, and Railway Medical Facilities.

Official Pay Scale

₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
Ministry of Finance City Classification
Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)
Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Tier Y
Basic Pay₹35,400
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹17,700
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹6,372
Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700
Gross Monthly Salary₹62,172
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹5,310
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹450
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹5,820
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹56,352

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹7.46 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness & Current Affairs2525
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability2525
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject2525

Interactive Syllabus & Topic Study Tracker

Check off topics as you study — progress automatically saves to your browser.

Your Preparation Progress: 0 of 19 Topics Mastered0%

General Awareness & Static GK

0 / 5 done

General Intelligence & Reasoning

0 / 7 done

Quantitative Aptitude

0 / 7 done
Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in

2

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

3

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

4

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

5

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

6

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Document Upload Specifications
Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

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Application Fee Details

General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates (₹400 refundable on CBT-1 attendance)₹500
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC (Full ₹250 refundable on CBT-1 attendance)₹250

Payment Modes: Online Internet Banking, Debit Cards, Credit Cards, UPI Gateway via RRB Apply Portal

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1: 100 Questions, 90 Minutes - Mathematics, General Intelligence, General Science, General Awareness) with 1/3rd Negative Marking
2
Stage 2: 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2: 150 Questions, 120 Minutes - Technical Abilities in relevant engineering discipline + General Physics/Chemistry, Basics of Computers, Environment & Pollution Control)
3
Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) & Biometric/Photo Identity Cross-Matching
4
Stage 4: Detailed Medical Fitness Examination (A-3 / B-1 / B-2 standard) in Railway Hospitals & Final Zonal Panel Allocation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total vacancy count in RRB JE Recruitment 2026 (CEN 04/2026)?

The Railway Recruitment Boards have officially advertised 4,029 total vacancies across all zonal railways for Junior Engineer, DMS, and CMA positions.

What was the last date to apply online for RRB JE CEN 04/2026?

Online applications closed on 13 September 2026 (11:59 PM). The official application correction window is open for candidates from 16 to 25 September 2026 on rrbapply.gov.in.

What is the educational qualification for RRB Junior Engineer posts?

Candidates must possess a 3-year Diploma in Engineering or a B.E./B.Tech Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or IT disciplines. For CMA posts, B.Sc. with Physics & Chemistry (min 45%) is required.

What is the age limit for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 33 years as of 01 January 2027. SC/ST candidates receive 5 years relaxation (up to 38 years), OBC-NCL receives 3 years (up to 36 years), and PwBD candidates get 10-15 years relaxation.

What is the examination fee and refund policy for RRB JE?

General/OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹500 (₹400 is refunded to the candidate's bank account on appearing in CBT-1). SC/ST/Ex-SM/PwBD/Female candidates pay ₹250 (full ₹250 refunded upon attending CBT-1).

What is the selection process and exam pattern for RRB JE?

Selection consists of: 1) CBT-1 (100 Questions on Math, Reasoning, Science, GK - 90 mins), 2) CBT-2 (150 Questions on Technical Core & Basics - 120 mins), 3) Document Verification, and 4) Medical Fitness Examination (A-3/B-1/B-2 standard). Both CBTs feature 1/3rd negative marking.

What is the in-hand salary for an RRB Junior Engineer?

RRB Junior Engineers are appointed at Level 6 with a Basic Pay of ₹35,400. Adding DA (50%+), HRA (9% to 27%), Transport Allowance, and allowances, the starting gross salary ranges between ₹55,000 and ₹65,000 per month.

How can candidates submit the RRB JE application form online?

Visit www.rrbapply.gov.in, create an account, fill in personal and educational information, choose the preferred RRB zone and post preferences, upload photo/signature, pay the application fee, and submit before 13 September 2026.

Application StatusClosed

Last Date to Apply

13 September 2026

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