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RRB JE Recruitment 2026: Notification, Exam Date, Eligibility & Full Details
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March 17, 2026
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"The RRB JE Recruitment 2026 is one of the most awaited opportunities for candidates aiming to secure a technical job in the Indian Railways. Conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board, this recruitment drive offers posts like Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). Every year, thousands of aspirants apply for this exam due to its attractive salary, job stability, and career growth in the railway sector. The selection process inclu"
🛠️ RRB JE / DMS / CMA – Full Details
📅 Important Dates (As per latest schedule)
• Notification Period: July – September 2026
• Vacancy Assessment in OIRMS: May – June 2026
• Indenting of Vacancies: June – July 2026
• Final Notification (CEN Release): Expected July 2026
👉 Expected Exam Date:
• CBT-1: Likely October – November 2026
• CBT-2: Likely December 2026 / January 2027
(Exact dates will be announced in official notification)
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📌 Job Roles
🔹 Junior Engineer (JE)
• Supervises railway engineering works
• Maintains tracks, bridges, signals
• Handles technical faults
🔹 Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
• Manages railway stores and inventory
• Keeps records of materials and supplies
🔹 Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
• Works in labs
• Tests metals, fuels, and railway materials
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🎓 Eligibility
• JE: Diploma / Degree in Engineering
• DMS: Graduation (Science preferred)
• CMA: B.Sc with Chemistry / Physics
Age Limit
• 18 – 33 years (relaxation for reserved categories)
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📝 Exam Pattern (Detailed)
🔹 Stage 1: CBT-1
• Mathematics → 30 questions
• Reasoning → 25 questions
• General Awareness → 15 questions
• General Science → 30 questions
👉 Total: 100 questions (90 minutes)
👉 Qualifying stage
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🔹 Stage 2: CBT-2 (Most Important)
• General Awareness → 15
• Physics & Chemistry → 15
• Basics of Computers → 10
• Environment & Pollution → 10
• Technical Subject (Core Engineering) → 100
👉 Total: 150 questions
👉 This stage decides merit
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🔹 Stage 3
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination
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📚 Syllabus (Important Focus)
🔸 Technical Subjects
• Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics (as per branch)
🔸 Non-Technical
• Current Affairs
• Basic Science (10th level)
• Reasoning
• Maths (Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry)
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🌐 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
👉 Application is ONLINE only
🔹 Step 1: Visit Official Website
Go to your regional RRB website
(e.g., RRB Kolkata, RRB Mumbai, etc.)
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🔹 Step 2: Open Notification
• Click on “CEN (JE/DMS/CMA) 2026 Recruitment”
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🔹 Step 3: Registration
• Click New Registration
• Enter:
o Name
o DOB
o Mobile number
o Email ID
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🔹 Step 4: Fill Form
• Personal details
• Educational qualification
• Select post (JE / DMS / CMA)
• Choose exam center
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🔹 Step 5: Upload Documents
• Photograph
• Signature
• ID proof
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🔹 Step 6: Pay Fee
• General/OBC → ₹500
• SC/ST/Women → ₹250
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🔹 Step 7: Final Submit
• Submit form
• Take printout for future use
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💰 Salary
• ₹35,400 (Level-6)
•
o DA, HRA, TA, other benefits
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🔥 Important Notes
• JE exam is one of the toughest railway exams (technical heavy)
• CBT-2 is the key stage
• Competition is moderate but difficulty is high
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✅ Quick Summary
• Notification: July 2026 (Expected)
• Exam: Late 2026 – Early 2027
• Qualification: Diploma / Degree
• Salary: High (Level-6)
• Best for: Technical students
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