Overview
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced the RRB JE Exam Date 2026 for recruitment to 2,569 vacancies across participating railway zones. The recruitment drive covers Junior Engineer and other notified technical posts, with the first-stage Computer-Based Test scheduled for February and March 2026.
Candidates who submitted applications under the relevant Centralised Employment Notice should check their regional RRB portal regularly for the exam-city slip, e-call letter and candidate-specific schedule.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer and other notified technical posts |
| Total Vacancies | 2,569 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and regional RRB websites |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | October 31, 2025 |
| Last Date | December 10, 2025 |
| Exam Date | February 19, February 20 and March 3, 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
The examination dates may be allotted separately to candidates depending on their RRB, examination city, shift and post preference. Applicants must rely on the date and reporting time printed on their e-call letter.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should possess a three-year diploma or bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology in the discipline prescribed for the selected post.
- The qualification must have been obtained from a recognised university, institute or educational authority.
- Applicants awaiting their final qualifying results as of the prescribed eligibility date are generally not eligible unless expressly permitted in the detailed notification.
- Post-wise requirements may vary for Junior Engineer and allied technical categories. Candidates must verify the relevant discipline before participating in document verification.
Age Limit
- The general age range is 18 to 33 years, calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the recruitment notification.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit applies to SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under railway recruitment rules.
- The date of birth entered in the application must match the candidate’s matriculation or Class 10 certificate.
Fees
- General/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹500.
- SC/ST/PwBD/ex-servicemen/female/transgender/economically eligible candidates: ₹250.
- The applicable portion of the examination fee may be refunded after the candidate appears in CBT 1, subject to bank charges and the conditions stated in the notification.
- Fees were payable online through the available digital payment options during the application period.
Selection Process
- First-Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT 1): Candidates will be tested on Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science. CBT 1 is primarily used to shortlist candidates for the next stage.
- Second-Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT 2): Shortlisted candidates will take a more detailed examination covering general subjects and technical abilities relevant to the notified engineering discipline.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Candidates qualifying CBT 2 will be called for verification of original certificates, followed by the prescribed railway medical fitness examination. Final appointment is subject to merit, eligibility and vacancy availability.
Candidates should note that incorrect answers in the computer-based tests may attract negative marking as specified in the examination instructions.
How to Apply
- Visit the official RRB application portal or the website of the relevant regional Railway Recruitment Board.
- Open the Junior Engineer recruitment section and select the applicable Centralised Employment Notice.
- Complete registration using an active mobile number, email address and identity details. Candidates should retain their registration number and password securely.
- Enter personal, educational and category information carefully. Select the appropriate RRB, post preferences and engineering discipline where required.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format and file size.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the online payment facility and submit the form before the closing date.
- Download the submitted application and fee receipt for future reference. As the application window has closed, registered candidates should now use their credentials to check application status, exam city details and admit card updates.
The exam-city intimation slip is normally released before the e-call letter. It is not a substitute for the admit card, which must be carried to the examination centre along with an accepted original photo identity document.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the RRB JE examination be held in 2026?
The first-stage computer-based examination is scheduled for February 19, February 20 and March 3, 2026. The exact date and shift allotted to each candidate will appear on the admit card.
2. How many vacancies are available through RRB JE recruitment?
The recruitment process is being conducted for 2,569 Junior Engineer and allied technical vacancies across participating Railway Recruitment Boards.
3. Where can candidates download the RRB JE admit card?
Candidates can download their e-call letter from the website of the regional RRB through which they applied. Login credentials, including the registration number and date of birth or password, will be required.
