RRB JE 2026 — Complete Guide: Syllabus, Eligibility, Salary & Cut-off
Last Updated: 23 August 2026 · By SarkariPaper Editorial
RRB JE 2026 Overview
RRB JE (Junior Engineer) recruits diploma and degree engineers for technical posts in Indian Railways including Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics engineering disciplines.
RRB JE 2026 (CEN 04/2026) has notified 3,993 vacancies for JE, DMS (Depot Material Superintendent), and CMA (Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant) posts. Selection is through CBT 1 (qualifying) and CBT 2 (merit).
RRB JE offers Pay Level 6 (₹35,400 basic) with in-hand salary of ₹45,000–₹60,000/month — one of the best engineering government jobs for diploma holders.
RRB JE 2026 Important Dates
| Notification Release | 1 August 2026 |
| Application Opens | 1 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Tier 2 Exam Date | 15 December 2026 |
| Official Website | https://rrbcdg.gov.in |
RRB JE Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Diploma or Degree in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics) from recognized institution
Age Limit
18–33 years (as on 1st January 2026)
OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years, PwD: +10 years
Nationality
Indian Citizen
RRB JE Selection Process
CBT 1 — 100 questions, 90 minutes (qualifying)
CBT 2 — Technical + General Awareness, 150 questions (merit)
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RRB JE Exam Pattern 2026
CBT 1
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
CBT 2
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 | 15 |
| Basics of Computers | 10 | 10 |
| Technical Abilities (Trade-specific) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 140 | 140 |
RRB JE Syllabus 2026
Full Syllabus →Technical (Civil)
Technical (Mechanical)
Technical (Electrical)
General Science & Maths
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RRB JE Posts — Which is Best?
RRB JE offers 3+ posts across different departments. Here's a comparison to help you decide your target post before filling the form.
| Post | Salary | Promotion |
|---|---|---|
Junior Engineer (Civil) Level 6 TOP PICK | ₹45,000 – ₹60,000 | medium |
Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Level 6 | ₹45,000 – ₹60,000 | medium |
Junior Engineer (Electrical) Level 6 | ₹45,000 – ₹60,000 | medium |
RRB JE Salary Structure
Salary varies based on post, city tier (X/Y/Z) for HRA, and DA rate. Figures above are indicative for 2026 DA rates.
RRB JE Cut-off Marks
All Cut-offs →RRB JE 2025 Tier 1 Cut-off
Cut-offs vary by post. Detailed post-wise cut-offs (2015–2026) available withSarkariPaper Premium →
RRB JE Preparation Strategy
Phase 1: Technical Revision (Month 1–2)
- ›Revise diploma engineering subjects trade-wise
- ›Solve previous RRB JE technical papers
- ›Study Basics of Computers and Physics/Chemistry
- ›Practice numerical problems in your trade
Phase 2: CBT Mocks (Month 3)
- ›Attempt CBT 1 & 2 full mocks
- ›Focus 70% time on technical abilities section
- ›Revise GA and general science
- ›Target 75+ marks in CBT 2 for safe selection