RRB Junior Engineer (CEN 04/2026) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 3,993 Posts

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced a massive recruitment drive for engineering diploma and degree holders. Under Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026, RRB is inviting online applications for 3,993 Junior Engineer (JE) and Depot Material Superintendent posts. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online via the official rrbapply.gov.in portal starting 14 August 2026.

RRB JE Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates & Fee Details

The application window remains open for a month, followed by a dedicated correction period. Candidates must complete their fee payment within the stipulated timeframe.

Application Fee & Refund Policy

The examination fee must be paid online. The partial or full refund is strictly conditional upon the candidate actually appearing for the Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage-I.

Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit

Educational Qualifications

To be eligible for the Junior Engineer or Depot Material Superintendent positions, candidates must possess:

• A 3-Year Diploma in Engineering or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognized University or Institute in the relevant discipline.
• Note: Candidates appearing in their final year exams and awaiting results as of the closing date are generally NOT eligible. Please refer to the official notification for exact post-wise branch mapping (e.g., Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, IT, etc.).

Age Limit (As on 01/01/2027)

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/Ex-SM) strictly as per standard RRB recruitment rules.

RRB Zone-Wise Vacancy Breakdown (Total 3,993 Posts)

The vacancies are distributed across various Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Candidates can apply to ONLY ONE RRB. Below is the detailed breakdown of total vacancies per zone:

How to Apply Online for RRB JE Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can submit their applications via the centralized RRB portal by following these steps:

1. Visit the Centralized Portal: Access the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
2. Create an Account: If you are a new user, register by entering your basic details (Name, Aadhar Number, Email, Mobile). Verify your credentials using the OTP sent to your devices.
3. Login and Select RRB: Log in using your credentials. Carefully select the specific RRB zone you wish to apply for. Remember, you can only apply to one RRB.
4. Fill the Application Form: Enter your educational qualifications, communication address, and category details. Select your exam language preference and bank account details (crucial for the fee refund).
5. Upload Documents: Upload a clear, recent color passport-size photograph (with a white background) and a scanned copy of your signature as per the prescribed pixel and size limits.
6. Pay the Fee & Submit: Complete the online fee payment. Review your entire application before clicking the final submit button. Download and print the confirmation page for your records.

RRB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions