RRB Junior Engineer & DMS Recruitment 2026 Notification

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has announced a major recruitment drive under Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026. This recruitment effort offers a phenomenal career opportunity for diploma holders in various engineering disciplines to fill 3,993 vacancies across multiple Railway Recruitment Zones nationwide, including 329 posts reserved under RRB Guwahati. Eligible aspirants looking to establish a rewarding technical career in Indian Railways are invited to submit their applications through online mode starting from August 14, 2026.

Brief Overview

• Post Name: Junior Engineer (JE) & Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)
• Total Vacancies: 3,993 Posts (329 under RRB Guwahati)
• Organization: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
• Qualification: 3-Year Diploma in relevant Engineering streams / B.Sc in Civil Engineering
• Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Initial Pay ₹35,400/- plus admissible allowances)
• Application Period: 14th August 2026 to 13th September 2026

Recruitment Details

Indian Railways is searching for talented engineering personnel for positions including Junior Engineer (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Track Machine, S&T) and Depot Material Superintendent. Successful candidates will be appointed in Pay Level 6 with an initial basic salary of ₹35,400 per month, supplemented by standard central government perks such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, and medical benefits.

Vacancy Details

• Total National Vacancies: 3,993 Posts
• RRB Guwahati Region: 329 Posts
• Other Major RRBs: Kolkata (457), Mumbai (411), Chennai (362), Prayagraj (340), Bengaluru (298), Ajmer (252), Gorakhpur (198), Chandigarh (183), Jammu-Srinagar (152), Ahmedabad (143), Bilaspur (124), Ranchi (122), Bhopal (113), Secunderabad (110), Thiruvananthapuram (101), Siliguri (92), Bhubaneswar (86), Patna (73), Malda (30), Muzaffarpur (17).

Eligibility Conditions

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027)

• General Category: 18 to 33 years
• Upper Age Relaxation:
  • OBC (NCL): 3 years
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years
  • PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 years
  • PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years

Educational Qualification

• Junior Engineer (Civil): Three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering.
• Junior Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical/S&T/Track Machine): Three-year Diploma in specified engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Production, Automobile, IT, Computer Engineering, etc.) from a recognized institution.
• Depot Material Superintendent (DMS): Three-year Diploma in Engineering in any stream.

Documents Required

1. Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.)
2. Educational Certificates and Marksheets (Diploma/Degree)
3. Age Proof Certificate (Matriculation Certificate)
4. Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if applicable
5. Scanned Passport Size Photograph and Signature
6. Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)

How to Apply

1. Visit the official web portal of your respective regional Railway Recruitment Board.
2. Locate and click on the online application link for CEN No. 04/2026.
3. Complete the registration process by furnishing your basic personal details, valid email ID, and mobile number.
4. Log in using the generated credentials and carefully fill out the detailed application form.
5. Upload scanned images of required documents, recent photograph, and signature as per prescribed specifications.
6. Pay the applicable registration fee online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
7. Review the filled details and submit the application. Download and print a copy for future reference.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 14th August 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 13th September 2026

Important Links

• Official Web Portal: https://indianrailways.gov.in
• RRB Guwahati Official Website: https://rrbguwahati.gov.in

FAQs

Q: What is the initial basic pay for RRB JE posts? A: Selected candidates will receive a basic pay of ₹35,400/- per month under Level 6 of the 7th CPC, along with applicable allowances.

Q: Is there any application fee refund policy? A: Yes, for reserved categories, female candidates, EBC, and minorities, ₹250 is fully refundable after appearing in CBT-I. For general and OBC candidates, ₹400 out of ₹500 will be refunded after deducting bank charges upon attending CBT-I.

Q: What is the selection procedure for RRB JE recruitment? A: Selection consists of a 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I), 2nd Stage CBT (CBT-II), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.