RRB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 – 4098 JE Posts CEN 04/2026
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released CEN 04/2026 for Junior Engineer and allied posts, with 4,098 vacancies across Indian Railways. If you hold an engineering qualification and want a Pay Level 6 technical job with the Railways, this is a major opening for you. The online application window runs from 14 August 2026 to 13 September 2026 on the common portal rrbapply.gov.in. Applications are accepted online only, and the fee must also be paid by 13 September 2026. Full details on vacancies, eligibility, important dates, application fee, pay and the selection process are given below, along with the direct apply link.
Vacancy Details
| Total Posts | 4,098 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | For the Junior Engineer post you generally need a 3-year Diploma in Engineering or a Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in the relevant discipline from a recognised institution, as per RRB Recruitment Rules. The exact discipline-wise qualification for each post under CEN 04/2026 will be listed in the official notification, so confirm your specific eligibility there before applying. Do not rely only on the short online summary for your qualification details. |
| Age Limit | The age limit is 18 to 33 years, calculated as on 01 January 2027. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-servicemen) as per RRB Junior Engineer Recruitment Rules. Check the official notification for the exact relaxation applicable to your category. |
| Age Relaxation | Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-servicemen as per RRB rules. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | As per schedule (refer notification) |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | ₹250 |
Salary / Pay
Railway Junior Engineer posts are generally placed at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, with a basic pay of around ₹35,400 per month plus applicable allowances (DA, HRA, Transport Allowance). This pay figure is indicative and based on standard RRB norms — the fetched notification summary did not state the exact pay, so confirm the pay level and in-hand salary from the official CEN 04/2026 notification.
Selection Process
Selection for RRB Junior Engineer is normally done through two stages of Computer Based Test — CBT 1 (screening) and CBT 2 (main, technical) — followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination. The exact scheme, marks and negative marking for CEN 04/2026 will be given in the official notification; the fetched page did not detail the stages, so treat this as the standard RRB JE process pending confirmation.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the common RRB portal rrbapply.gov.in. The application window is 14 August 2026 to 13 September 2026. Steps: (1) Register once with your basic details and create your login; (2) Fill the application form with personal, educational and post preferences; (3) Upload your photograph, signature and required documents; (4) Pay the application fee online by 13 September 2026; (5) Submit and download the final confirmation for your records. Apply well before the last date to avoid server load.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in RRB JE CEN 04/2026?
There are 4,098 vacancies for Junior Engineer and allied posts. The post-wise and category-wise breakup will be released in the official notification.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes on 13 September 2026, and the application fee must also be paid by 13 September 2026.
What is the application fee?
General/OBC/EWS pay ₹500 and SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates pay ₹250. A part of the fee (₹400 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD/Female) is refunded after you appear in the CBT.
What is the age limit?
The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 01 January 2027, with relaxation for reserved categories as per RRB rules.
Where do I apply for RRB JE 2026?
Apply online only at the common RRB portal rrbapply.gov.in from 14 August 2026 to 13 September 2026.