RRB JE is for diploma and engineering degree holders. It covers Junior Engineer posts in several engineering disciplines, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant.
- Qualification
- Relevant diploma / degree for the post and discipline
- Pay
- Level-6, ₹35,400 starting basic pay + allowances
- Selection
- CBT-1, CBT-2, Document Verification, Medical
- Written tests
- CBT-1: 100 questions, 90 min. CBT-2: 150 questions, 120 min
Latest noticeCEN 04/2026 (JE/DMS). Age 18–33 years as on 01-01-2027. Read the current notice before applying.
01 / Posts
- Junior Engineer: Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, S&T, IT and other notified streams
- Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
- Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA), and chemical/metallurgical supervisor posts when notified
The qualification differs by post and discipline. Match your diploma or degree branch to the notice.
02 / Selection process
- Step 01CBT-1 (screening)
- Step 02CBT-2
- Step 03Document Verification
- Step 04Medical Examination
03 / Exam pattern
| Stage | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CBT-1 | 100 | 90 minutes |
| CBT-2 | 150 | 120 minutes |
CBT-1 only shortlists candidates. CBT-2 covers General Awareness, Physics and Chemistry, Basics of Computers and Applications, Basics of Environment and Pollution Control, and the technical subject of your post.
Questions students ask
What is RRB JE?
Recruitment of Junior Engineers and related technical posts (DMS, CMA) in Indian Railways.
Can diploma holders apply?
Yes, for the posts and branches where the notice accepts the diploma.
Can B.Tech candidates apply?
Yes, where the qualification conditions of the post allow an engineering degree.
Which branches are eligible?
It depends on the post: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics and related disciplines.
What is the selection process?
CBT-1, CBT-2, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Figures come from official RRB/RPF notices, last checked October 2026. Every notice can change posts, age and pattern: always read the latest one on the official RRB website.
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