In shortRRB has opened 4,029 vacancies for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant posts under CEN 04/2026. Apply between 14 August and 13 September 2026 on the official RRB website. Selection involves two computer based tests, document verification and medical exam. Initial salary is Rs 35,400 at Pay Level 6.
Key facts
- Recruiting body
- Railway Recruitment Boards, Ministry of Railways
- Vacancies
- 4,029
- Qualification
- Three year diploma in engineering or a B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant discipline for Junior Engineer and DMS; B.Sc with Physics and Chemistry and at least 45 percent marks for Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant
- Age limit
- 18 to 33 years as on 01.01.2027, with relaxations as per rules
- Pay scale
- Pay Level 6, initial pay Rs 35,400 per month plus allowances
- Application fee
- Rs 500 for general candidates with Rs 400 refunded on appearing in the first stage CBT; Rs 250 for SC, ST, ex-servicemen, PwBD, women and transgender candidates, fully refunded on appearing
- Location
- All India
- Applications open
- 14 August 2026
- Last date
- 13 September 2026
- Exam date
- Two stage computer based test, dates not announced
The Railway Recruitment Boards have issued Centralised Employment Notice 04/2026 for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant posts across the railway zones. It is the main technical recruitment for diploma and degree holders in engineering this cycle.
Junior Engineer and DMS applicants need a three year engineering diploma or a full engineering degree in a relevant discipline. The Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant stream instead needs a B.Sc with Physics and Chemistry and at least 45 percent marks. The age band is 18 to 33 years reckoned as on 1 January 2027, before the usual category relaxations.
Selection runs through two computer based tests, followed by document verification and a medical examination. All posts sit at Pay Level 6 with an initial pay of Rs 35,400.
Most of the application fee is refunded to candidates who actually turn up for the first CBT, which is standard railway practice. Applications close on 13 September 2026 at 23:59.
Important dates
| Applications open | 14 August 2026 |
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| Last date to apply | 13 September 2026 |
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| Exam | Two stage computer based test, dates not announced |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qualification needed for RRB Junior Engineer 2026
You need a three year engineering diploma or a B.E./B.Tech degree in a relevant discipline for Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent posts. For Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant, a B.Sc with Physics and Chemistry and minimum 45 percent marks is required.
What is the age limit for RRB Junior Engineer recruitment 2026
The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027, subject to category relaxations as per railway rules. Upper age relaxation applies to SC, ST, OBC, ex-servicemen and PwBD candidates.
What is the application fee for RRB Junior Engineer 2026
General candidates pay Rs 500, with Rs 400 refunded on appearing in the first stage CBT. SC, ST, ex-servicemen, PwBD, women and transgender candidates pay Rs 250, fully refunded on appearing for the first test.
When is the last date to apply for RRB Junior Engineer 2026
Applications close on 13 September 2026 at 23:59. The application window opened on 14 August 2026. Apply on the official Railway Recruitment Board website.
What is the salary for RRB Junior Engineer posts
All selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level 6 with an initial monthly pay of Rs 35,400 plus applicable allowances. The pay will increase as per the railway pay matrix and service rules.
How many vacancies are there in RRB recruitment CEN 04/2026
A total of 4,029 vacancies have been notified across Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant positions in various railway zones across India.
Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.
