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RRB JE/DMS/CMA Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 4029 Posts
Post Name : Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) & Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
Conducting Authority : Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Advertisement No. : CEN No. 04/2026
Short Information
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026 for various posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). Through this recruitment, candidates will be recruited for 4,029 vacancies. The posts are under 7th CPC Level-6, with an initial pay of ₹35,400/-. The age limit is 18–33 years as on 01 January 2027, subject to applicable age relaxation.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice in Employment News | 25 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 13 September 2026 11:59 PM |
| Fee Payment | 15 September 2026 |
| Correction & Modification Window | 16 September – 25 September 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 26 September – 30 September 2026 |
| CBT-I Exam Date | To be notified |
| CBT-II Exam Date | To be notified |
| Document Verification | To be notified |
| Medical Examination | To be notified |
Educational Qualification
| Post / Category | Required Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Civil-related JE Posts | 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute, OR 3-Year B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, wherever prescribed, OR relevant combination/sub-stream as specified for the particular post. |
| Electrical-related JE Posts | Relevant 3-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering or the prescribed related engineering discipline/sub-stream from a recognized University/Institute. |
| Mechanical-related JE Posts | Relevant 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or the prescribed related engineering discipline/sub-stream from a recognized University/Institute. |
| Electronics / S&T-related JE Posts | Relevant 3-Year Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, IT, Communication, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other prescribed related disciplines, as applicable to the post. |
| Track Machine | Diploma in Mechanical / Production / Automobile / Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation & Control or other prescribed related engineering combinations, as specified in the notification. |
| Design / Drawing & Estimation Posts | Relevant Diploma in the prescribed engineering discipline and sub-stream as specified for the particular post. |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | 3-Year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution. Candidates eligible for DMS must select an applicable Exam Group other than the CMA Exam Group during online registration. |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | B.Sc. Degree in Physics and Chemistry with minimum 45% marks from a recognized University/Institute, with Physics and Chemistry as prescribed in the qualification requirements. This includes B.Sc. with Physics as major/specialization/Honours and Chemistry as a subject, B.Sc. with Chemistry as major/specialization/Honours and Physics as a subject, or B.Sc. with another Science subject as major/specialization/Honours along with both Physics and Chemistry as subjects. |
| Higher Qualification | B.E./B.Tech in the relevant/same discipline is also acceptable in lieu of the required 3-Year Diploma, wherever applicable as per the notification. |
Important Qualification Notes
- The required qualification is different for different posts.
- Candidates must carefully check Annexure-A for the exact qualification and discipline applicable to their selected post.
- The qualification must be obtained on or before 13 September 2026.
- Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.
- For Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, S&T, Design and other specialized posts, only the prescribed diploma/engineering combinations mentioned in the notification will be accepted.
- For CMA, candidates must have a B.Sc. Degree in Physics and Chemistry with minimum 45% marks as prescribed in the corrigendum.
- For DMS, candidates must select an applicable Exam Group other than the CMA Exam Group during registration.
Age Limit
The age limit will be calculated as on 01 January 2027.
| Category / Post | Age Limit / DOB Criteria |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
| UR / EWS | Born between 02 January 1994 and 01 January 2009 |
| OBC-NCL | Maximum age relaxation as per applicable rules |
| SC / ST | Maximum age relaxation as per applicable rules |
| CMA (Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant) | 18–33 Years as on 01 January 2027 |
Note: Age relaxation will be applicable to reserved categories as per the rules mentioned in the official notification. The CMA post also carries an age limit of 18–33 years as on 01 January 2027.
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Application Fee | Refund After Appearing in CBT-I |
|---|---|---|
| General / Other Candidates | ₹500 | ₹400 minus applicable bank charges |
| SC / ST / ExSM / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minority / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 minus applicable bank charges |
- Payment Method: Fee can be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallet, etc. Extra GST / bank charges may apply.
Important: The refund will be applicable only to candidates who appear in the 1st Stage CBT (CBT-I).
Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1,713 |
| SC | 635 |
| ST | 369 |
| OBC-NCL | 917 |
| EWS | 395 |
| Total Vacancy | 4,029 Posts |
Vacancy Details (Post Wise)
| Cat. No. | Post Name | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Engineer / Design / Electrical | 4 |
| 2 | Junior Engineer / Electrical | 38 |
| 3 | Junior Engineer / Electrical (Workshop) | 33 |
| 4 | Junior Engineer / Electrical / Design Drawing & Estimation | 39 |
| 5 | Junior Engineer / Electrical / Design Drawing & Estimation | 2 |
| 6 | Junior Engineer / Electrical / EMU | 44 |
| 7 | Junior Engineer / Electrical / General Services | 111 |
| 8 | Junior Engineer / Electrical / TRD | 170 |
| 9 | Junior Engineer / Electrical / TRS | 159 |
| 10 | Junior Engineer (Research) / Civil | 13 |
| 11 | Junior Engineer / Bridge | 44 |
| 12 | Junior Engineer / Civil | 8 |
| 13 | Junior Engineer / Civil / Design Drawing & Estimation | 194 |
| 14 | Junior Engineer / Civil / Design Drawing & Estimation | 9 |
| 15 | Junior Engineer / Design / Civil | 8 |
| 16 | Junior Engineer / P. Way | 1 |
| 17 | Junior Engineer / P. Way | 826 |
| 18 | Junior Engineer / Works | 468 |
| 19 | Junior Engineer / Works | 7 |
| 20 | Junior Engineer / Track Machine | 60 |
| 21 | Junior Engineer / Carriage & Wagon | 428 |
| 22 | Junior Engineer / Design / C&W | 6 |
| 23 | Junior Engineer / Design / Mechanical | 9 |
| 24 | Junior Engineer / Design / MP | 6 |
| 25 | Junior Engineer / Diesel Mechanical | 45 |
| 26 | Junior Engineer / Mechanical | 178 |
| 27 | Junior Engineer / Mechanical (Workshop) | 357 |
| 28 | Junior Engineer / Mechanical / Design Drawing & Estimation | 9 |
| 29 | Junior Engineer / Mechanical / Design Drawing & Estimation | 18 |
| 30 | Junior Engineer / Millwright | 29 |
| 31 | Junior Engineer / Diesel Electrical | 40 |
| 32 | Junior Engineer / Design / S&T | 5 |
| 33 | Junior Engineer / S&T (Workshop) | 12 |
| 34 | Junior Engineer / S&T / Design Drawing & Estimation | 21 |
| 35 | Junior Engineer / S&T / Signal | 190 |
| 36 | Junior Engineer / S&T / Telecommunication | 79 |
| 37 | Depot Material Superintendent | 324 |
| 38 | Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | 35 |
| Grand Total | 4,029 Posts |
Important: Cat. No. 13/14, 17/16, 18/19, etc. are provided as separate category numbers/post parameters in the official notice. Therefore, they should not be merged on the website.
Important Links
| Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Form |
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| Check Corrigendum PDF | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Syllabus Pdf Download | Click Here |
| Category wise Vacancy | Click Here |
| Post Wise Eligibility | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Our Official Whatsapp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Our Official Telegram Channel | Click Here |
Pay Scale
- Pay Level: Level-6, 7th CPC
- Initial Basic Pay: ₹35,400/-
- Medical Standard: Depending on the post, the medical standard may be A-3, B-1, B-2, C-1, etc.
Required Documents
| S. No. | Required Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Candidate’s Signature |
| 2 | SC/ST Certificate, if claiming the Free Train Travel Pass facility. |
| 3 | Aadhaar/DigiLocker-Based Identity Authentication is recommended. |
| 4 | Live Photograph will be captured through the application portal. |
📝How to Apply
- Visit the Concerned/Official RRB Website.
- Select the CEN 04/2026 JE/DMS/CMA Recruitment link.
- Log in using your existing RRB Account. New candidates must first Create an Account.
- Enter your Personal Details carefully.
- Complete Aadhaar/DigiLocker Authentication as recommended.
- Select only one RRB for the recruitment.
- Fill in your preferred Eligible Posts and Railway Zones.
- Enter your Educational Qualification and Category Details.
- While selecting the Exam Group, choose the appropriate Exam Group based on your eligible post. Candidates applying for CMA must select the CMA Exam Group.
- Candidates eligible for DMS must select any applicable Exam Group other than the CMA Exam Group.
- Capture your Live Photograph through the application portal.
- Upload the required Signature/Documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the Application Fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form and Save/Print the Confirmation Page for future reference.
Important: Candidates are advised to carefully verify all the entered details and ensure that the selected RRB, Post, Exam Group, Railway Zone, Educational Qualification, Category Details and uploaded documents are correct before submitting the application form.
Mode of Selection
The selection process for RRB JE/DMS/CMA Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages:
| S. No. | Selection Stage |
|---|---|
| 1 | CBT-I (Computer Based Test – Stage 1) |
| 2 | CBT-II (Computer Based Test – Stage 2) |
| 3 | Document Verification (DV) |
| 4 | Medical Examination (ME) |
Note: Candidates must qualify the prescribed CBT stages, Document Verification and Medical Examination as applicable to the post.
❓ RRB JE/DMS/CMA Recruitment 2026 – Important Questions & Answers (FAQs)
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Q1. How many vacancies are available in RRB JE/DMS/CMA Recruitment 2026?
Ans: 4,029 vacancies. -
Q2. When will the RRB JE/DMS/CMA 2026 application process start?
Ans: 14 August 2026. -
Q3. What is the last date to apply for RRB JE/DMS/CMA 2026?
Ans: 13 September 2026, up to 11:59 PM. -
Q4. What is the age limit for RRB JE/DMS/CMA Recruitment 2026?
Ans: 18 to 33 years, calculated as on 01 January 2027, with applicable age relaxation. -
Q5. What is the salary/pay level for RRB JE/DMS/CMA?
Ans: Pay Level-6 with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400/-. -
Q6. What is the minimum qualification for RRB JE?
Ans: A relevant 3-year Engineering Diploma or other prescribed qualification is required, depending on the post. Exact qualifications are given post-wise in Annexure-A. -
Q7. What is the qualification required for DMS?
Ans: 3-Year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline. Candidates eligible for DMS must select an applicable Exam Group other than the CMA Exam Group. -
Q8. What is the qualification required for CMA?
Ans: A B.Sc. Degree in Physics and Chemistry with a minimum of 45% marks from a recognized University/Institute, with Physics and Chemistry studied as prescribed in the notification. -
Q9. Can B.Tech candidates apply for RRB JE/DMS/CMA?
Ans: Candidates should check the post-wise qualification requirements. For DMS, B.E./B.Tech is accepted in lieu of the required diploma under the prescribed conditions. JE and CMA candidates must satisfy the respective post-wise eligibility criteria. -
Q10. How many questions are there in CBT-I?
Ans: 100 questions for 100 marks, with a duration of 90 minutes. -
Q11. How many questions are there in CBT-II?
Ans: 150 questions for 150 marks, with a duration of 120 minutes. -
Q12. Is there negative marking in RRB JE/DMS/CMA?
Ans: Yes. 1/3 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. -
Q13. What is the selection process for RRB JE/DMS/CMA 2026?
Ans: CBT-I → CBT-II → Document Verification → Medical Examination. -
Q14. Can a candidate apply for multiple RRBs?
Ans: No. A candidate can select only one RRB. Multiple applications may lead to rejection and debarment. -
Q15. Is there an application correction facility?
Ans: Yes. Corrections can be made from 16 to 25 September 2026 by paying the applicable ₹250 modification fee. However, Create Account details and the Chosen RRB cannot be changed. -
Q16. Can the exam date or examination centre be changed?
Ans: No. Requests for changing the CBT centre, date or shift will not be entertained.