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Indian Railway RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026 Revised Exam Date Out

Date: 06/10/2026 | 3:03 PM

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Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued a new exam schedule for JE & DMS CEN 04/2026 . The revised CBT-I dates are 27 & 28 October 2026. Candidates should note this change while planning their exam preparation. The recruitment covers 4029 JE, DMS and CMA posts. Earlier notices had a different exam schedule. The latest revised notice can be downloaded below. Admit cards are expected before the exam, and the application period has already ended.

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)

RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026 Revised Exam Date Out

Advt No.: CEN 04/2026

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Important Dates

  • Indicative Notice Date: 25/07/2026
  • Form Start Date: 14/08/2026
  • Form Last Date: 13/09/2026 (11:59 PM)
  • Fee Payment Last Date: 15/09/2026
  • Form Correction Date: 16/09/2026 to 25/09/2026
  • Scribe Details Window: 26/09/2026 to 30/09/2026
  • Admit Card Date: Before exam
  • CBT-I Exam Date: 27 & 28 October 2026 (Revised)

Application Fees

  • UR / OBC / EWS: ₹500/-; ₹400/- is refundable after attending CBT-I.
  • SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minority / EBC: ₹250/-; refundable after attending CBT-I.
  • Bank charges are deducted from the refund.

RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/01/2027

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 33 Years
  • Reserved categories can get age relaxation under the recruitment rules.

Max Age With Relaxation

CategoryMax Age With Relaxation
SC / ST38 Years
OBC-NCL36 Years
PwBD UR / EWS43 Years
PwBD OBC-NCL46 Years
PwBD SC / ST48 Years
Ex-Servicemen UR / EWSUp to 36 Years after deducting service
Ex-Servicemen OBC-NCLUp to 39 Years after deducting service
Ex-Servicemen SC / STUp to 41 Years after deducting service
Railway Group C / former Group D staff with 3 years of serviceUR/EWS: 40 Years; OBC: 43 Years; SC/ST: 45 Years
Widowed / divorced / judicially separated womenUR/EWS: 35 Years; OBC: 38 Years; SC/ST: 40 Years

RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026 Vacancy Details

Total Posts: 4029

PostURSCSTOBCEWSTotal
Junior Engineer (JE)16435993518843823859
Depot Material Superintendent (DMS)5725122912135
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)14836435
Total17146323669193984029

Eligibility Details

PostQualification
JE / DMSA 3-year engineering Diploma in the required branch, or a higher qualification such as B.E./B.Tech, from a recognised institution.
CMAB.Sc with Physics and Chemistry, with at least 45% marks, from a recognised institution.

RRB JE, DMS & CMA: Salary Details

Pay DetailAmount / Level
Pay MatrixLevel 6 under the 7th CPC
Starting Basic Pay₹35,400/- per month
AllowancesAs allowed under Railway rules
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RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern

  • CBT-I
  • CBT-II
  • Document Verification
  • Medical Examination

CBT-I: Exam Details

DetailCBT-I
Questions100 objective questions
Duration90 minutes; 120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe
Marks1 mark for each correct answer
Wrong Answer Penalty1/3 mark deducted for each incorrect answer
SubjectQuestions
Mathematics30
General Intelligence & Reasoning25
General Awareness15
General Science30
Total100

CBT-II: Exam Details

DetailCBT-II
Shortlisting15 times the category-wise posts, based on CBT-I performance
Duration120 minutes; 160 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe
Questions150
Wrong Answer Penalty1/3 negative marking
SubjectQuestions
General Awareness15
Physics & Chemistry15
Computers and Applications10
Environment and Pollution Control10
Technical Abilities for the assigned Exam Group100
Total150

Document Verification

CBT-II marks are used to shortlist candidates for document checks. The number called is equal to the available posts, giving a 1:1 ratio.

Medical Examination

The Railway Administration checks the medical fitness of shortlisted candidates. They must meet the medical requirements of their chosen post.

RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026: FAQs

What are the revised RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026 CBT-I dates?

The exam is scheduled for 27 & 28 October 2026 (Revised). This is the updated schedule and replaces earlier dates. Use the revised notice in Important Links when checking the exam schedule.

When will RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026 admit cards be available?

Admit cards will be available before the exam. An exact release date has not been provided in this update. Candidates should wait for the admit card announcement before trying to download their exam entry document.

How many posts are included in RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026?

There are 4029 posts across the three roles. The post-wise numbers are 3859 for JE, 135 for DMS and 35 for CMA. The table above also shows the category-wise distribution.

What qualification is required for RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026?

JE and DMS applicants need a relevant 3-year engineering Diploma or a higher qualification such as B.E./B.Tech. For CMA, B.Sc with Physics and Chemistry and at least 45% marks is required. The qualification must be from a recognised institution.

What is the age limit for RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026?

The basic age range is 18 to 33 years, calculated on 01/01/2027. Reserved categories receive relaxation under the rules. The maximum age after relaxation is shown separately for each eligible category above.

Is the RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026 application fee refundable?

UR, OBC and EWS candidates paid ₹500, with ₹400 refundable after attending CBT-I. Other listed eligible categories paid ₹250, which is refundable after attending the exam. Bank charges are deducted before the refund is credited.

How are candidates selected for RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026?

Candidates take CBT-I followed by CBT-II. Those shortlisted on CBT-II performance then attend document verification and a medical examination. Completing the written tests alone does not finish the selection process; the remaining checks must also be cleared.

What pay is offered under RRB JE & DMS CEN 04/2026?

The posts come under Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC. Initial basic pay is ₹35,400 per month. Railway allowances are added as permitted under the applicable rules, so the basic pay is only one part of the salary.

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