The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have issued Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 04/2026 for recruitment to the posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). A total of 4098 vacancies are available across Indian Railways, and candidates can apply online from 14‑08‑2026 to 13‑09‑2026.
Highlights
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) & Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Total Vacancies | 4098 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 14‑08‑2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date | 13‑09‑2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways. It targets three technical posts – Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) – to strengthen the operational and maintenance workforce of Indian Railways.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (JE) | 4098 |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | See Official Notification |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | See Official Notification |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
- Age relaxation as per Government rules.
Educational Qualification
- Junior Engineer (JE): Diploma or Degree in relevant Engineering disciplines.
- Depot Material Superintendent (DMS): Relevant Engineering/technical qualifications.
- Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA): Required qualifications in Chemistry or Metallurgy.
Pay Scale & Salary
- Pay Level: Level‑6 (7th CPC)
- Initial Pay: Rs. 35,400/- per month
Application Fee
The official notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates should verify the fee details, if any, on the official website during the application process.
Important Dates
| Opening Date of Online Application | 14‑08‑2026 |
| Closing Date of Online Application | 13‑09‑2026 |
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply
- Visit the official RRB application website https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.
- Navigate to the recruitment section for CEN 04/2026.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Complete the online registration process.
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents and recent photographs as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application and download/print the confirmation receipt for future reference.
Important Links
- Short Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
FAQs
- How many vacancies are available in RRB JE Recruitment 2026?
RRB JE Recruitment 2026 includes 4098 vacancies for Junior Engineer, DMS and CMA posts. - What is the pay scale for RRB JE posts?
The selected candidates will receive Pay Level‑6 salary with an initial pay of Rs. 35,400. - What is the age limit for RRB JE Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 33 years. - What is the application mode for RRB JE 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the official RRB portal. - What posts are included under RRB CEN 04/2026?
The recruitment includes Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) posts.