Railway RRB JE CEN 04/2026 Exam City Details 2026 – Check City Intimation, CBT-1 Date
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the exam city intimation slip for the first-stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1) of Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant recruitment under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026. Candidates appearing in the 4,029-vacancy examination can now check their allotted exam city and shift on the official RRB websites. The CBT-1 is scheduled for 27 and 28 October 2026.
Railway RRB JE Exam City Details 2026 – Key Highlights
| Conducting body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
|---|---|
| CEN number | CEN 04/2026 |
| Posts | Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Total vacancies | 4,029 |
| Update | Exam city intimation slip for CBT-1 released |
| City slip release | 17 October 2026 (for 27 October exam); 18 October 2026 (for 28 October exam) |
| CBT-1 exam date | 27 and 28 October 2026 |
| Admit card (E-call letter) | 4 days before the exam date |
| Official application portal | rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification (CEN 04/2026) published | 13 August 2026 |
| Online application start | 14 August 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 13 September 2026 |
| Fee payment last date | 15 September 2026 |
| Form correction window | 16 to 25 September 2026 |
| Application status released | 7 October 2026 |
| Exam city intimation slip released | 17–18 October 2026 |
| Admit card (E-call letter) release | 4 days before exam |
| CBT-1 exam | 27 and 28 October 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST / PH | Rs. 250 |
| All category female | Rs. 250 |
After appearing in the Stage-1 exam, a fee refund is payable: Rs. 400 for General / OBC / EWS and Rs. 250 for SC / ST / PH / female candidates, as per the notification.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (JE) | 4,029 total (category-wise: UR 1,714; OBC 919; EWS 398; SC 632; ST 366) |
| Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) | Included in the total above |
| Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) | Included in the total above |
For post-wise and RRB-zone-wise vacancy break-up, read the official CEN 04/2026 notification.
Eligibility
Three-year engineering diploma or degree in a relevant discipline, as applicable to the post. For post-wise eligibility details, read the official notification.
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027)
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 33 years
- Age relaxation applies as per RRB recruitment rules.
Selection Process
- CBT-1 (screening test)
- CBT-2 (merit exam)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CBT-1 carries 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks (Mathematics 30, General Intelligence and Reasoning 25, General Awareness 15, General Science 30), to be answered in 90 minutes. There is a negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.
How to Check RRB JE Exam City 2026
- Visit your regional RRB’s official website (listed at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in) or the candidate login portal.
- Find the link “CEN 04/2026 – Exam City / Date Intimation Slip”.
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- Your exam city, exam date and shift will be displayed. Save it for reference.
The city intimation slip shows the city and shift only. It is not valid for entry to the examination centre — the exact centre address and reporting time will appear on the admit card, released 4 days before the exam. Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will be done at the centre, so carry your original Aadhaar card and keep it in unlocked condition.
Important Links
| Check Exam City / City Intimation | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in (regional RRB sites) |
| RRB application portal | rrbapply.gov.in |
| RRB helpdesk | 9513166371 (Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM) |
FAQ
When was the RRB JE exam city intimation slip released?
The city intimation slip for candidates with the exam on 27 October 2026 was released on 17 October 2026, and for the 28 October 2026 exam on 18 October 2026.
Is the exam city slip the same as the admit card?
No. The city intimation slip only informs you of your exam city, date and shift. The admit card (E-call letter), released 4 days before the exam, carries the exact centre address and reporting time and is required for entry.
What login details are needed to check the exam city?
Your Registration Number and Date of Birth (password), as generated at the time of application.
What is the RRB JE CBT-1 exam date 2026?
The CBT-1 under CEN 04/2026 will be held on 27 and 28 October 2026 in three shifts each day.
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