Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) — Ministry of Railways
Cut-off Date: 24 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1999 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1999 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 25 Sep 1996 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1994 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1994 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 25 Sep 1989 to 24 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 24 Sep 2026)
This post carries Pay Level 6 (Grade Pay ₹4,200) under the 7th Central Pay Commission with entry-level basic pay of ₹35,400/month. Below is the estimated monthly in-hand salary across all three city classifications (DA at 50% included).
| Component | X-City (Metro) | Y-City (Town) | Z-City (Rural) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 |
| Dearness Allowance (50%) | ₹17,700 | ₹17,700 | ₹17,700 |
| HRA | ₹10,620 (30%) | ₹7,080 (20%) | ₹3,540 (10%) |
| Transport Allowance (+ DA) | ₹5,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| Gross Monthly Pay | ₹69,120 | ₹62,880 | ₹59,340 |
| Total Deductions (NPS, CGHS, etc.) | −₹6,020 | −₹6,020 | −₹6,020 |
| ✨ Estimated In-Hand Salary | ₹63,100 | ₹56,860 | ₹53,320 |
Estimates based on 7th CPC Pay Matrix with current DA rate (50%). Actual salary may vary based on posting location, additional allowances, and individual deductions. Use the interactive calculator below for detailed city-wise breakdown.
Pay Level 6 (Grade Pay ₹4,200) • Starting Basic: ₹35,400/month
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Engineer, DMS, CMA, announcing a total of 4,098 vacancies located in All India. To be eligible, applicants must hold Diploma or Degree in Engineering/Relevant Technical Field (Specific requirements will be in the CEN) and be within the prescribed age limit of To be specified in the official CEN, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Pay Level-6 (7th CPC). The selection procedure comprises CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification, Medical Examination. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 21 Jul 2026 |
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| Post Name | Junior Engineer, DMS, CMA |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 4098 |
| Qualification | Diploma or Degree in Engineering/Relevant Technical Field (Specific requirements will be in the CEN) |
| Age Limit | To be specified in the official CEN |
| Salary | Pay Level-6 (7th CPC) |
| Application Fee | To be specified in the official CEN |
| Selection Process | CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
The Ministry of Railways, Railway Board, has officially sanctioned 4,098 vacancies for the upcoming recruitment cycle covering Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) positions. This approval, documented under reference E(MPP)/2026/24/4/JE-DMS-CMA, encompasses 35 distinct post categories within Level-6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix.
The approved 4,098 positions are distributed across five key technical departments. Engineering (Civil) accounts for the largest share of these vacancies.
| Department | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Engineering (Civil) | 1654 |
| Mechanical | 1213 |
| Electrical | 614 |
| Signal & Telecommunication | 303 |
| Stores (DMS) | 314 |
Before the issuance of the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN), Zonal Railways and Production Units are required to finalize their indents via the OIRMS portal. The following schedule has been established to facilitate this process:
| Stage | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Indenting Units Submission | 2 July 2026 to 10 July 2026 |
| PCPO Review | 11 July 2026 to 16 July 2026 |
| RRB Processing | 17 July 2026 to 20 July 2026 |
| Expected CEN Release | 21 July 2026 onwards |
The approved posts are allocated across various Zonal Railways and Production Units. Major allocations include:
Candidates are advised to monitor the official Railway Recruitment Board websites for the release of the formal notification. The forthcoming CEN will provide comprehensive details regarding eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, and the detailed exam pattern for the two-stage Computer Based Test (CBT) selection process. It is critical to ensure that all academic and identity documents are kept up to date, as discrepancies during the document verification stage are a common cause for rejection in railway recruitments.
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