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RRB JE (Junior Engineer) Eligibility 2026

Who can apply for RRB JE (Junior Engineer) in 2026 — the age limit, educational qualification, nationality and attempt rules as specified by Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Always confirm against the official notification before applying.

Diploma route (most JE posts)

Age: 18-36 years (as on the cut-off date in the notification). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC-NCL +3 yrs, PwBD +10/13/15 yrs by category, Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Education: 3-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Computer Engineering / Information Technology, etc.) from a recognised Board / Institute / University. Specific qualifying diplomas vary by post — refer to the CEN's Annexure for the exact list per post.
Nationality: Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 Jan 1962, or person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with intent to settle permanently in India.

Bachelor's Degree route (JE / JE-IT / CMA / DMS)

Age: 18-36 years. Same relaxations as above.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Technology in the relevant discipline (B.E. / B.Tech in Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics & Communication / Computer Science / IT, etc.) from a recognised university. For JE-IT: B.Sc. (Computer Science) / BCA / B.Tech (CS/IT) / DOEACC 'B' Level. For CMA: B.Sc. with Chemistry as one subject plus Physics or Mathematics. For DMS: 3-year Diploma in Engineering OR Bachelor's Degree in any discipline.
Nationality: Same as above.

Medical fitness standards

Age: Applicable at the time of medical examination after document verification.
Education: Medical category varies by post — A-3 (for Signal & Telecom, perception of colour required), B-1 (for most JE Civil / Mechanical / Electrical posts requiring outdoor duty), C-1 (for JE-IT, DMS, CMA — indoor / desk-based). Candidates must meet the prescribed visual and physical standards or stand disqualified at the final stage.
Nationality: Same as above.

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