RRB JE Recruitment 2026: CBT-1 Exam Dates Announced (CEN 04/2026)
Welcome to ACTIVEGOVTJOBS.COM. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), Ministry of Railways, have officially released the examination schedule notice for CEN No. 04/2026 covering Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) vacancies. As per the official notice released on 16 September 2026, the 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1) will take place on 27, 28, and 30 October 2026 across various designated centers nationwide.
Meta Description: RRB JE Exam Date 2026 Out: Railway Recruitment Board announces CBT 1 exam dates on 27, 28 & 30 October 2026 for Junior Engineer, DMS & CMA posts. Check schedule & city slip dates.
Quick Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
| Advertisement Notice | CEN No. 04/2026 |
| Post Names | Junior Engineer (JE), DMS, CMA |
| Exam Stage | 1st Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-1) |
| Mode of Examination | Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Dates | 27, 28, and 30 October 2026 |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in / Regional RRB Websites |
Important Dates & Timeline
| Event | Date |
| Exam Date Notice Release | 16 September 2026 |
| CBT-1 Exam Dates | 27, 28, and 30 October 2026 |
| City Intimation & Travel Pass Release | 10 Days before respective exam date (From 17 October 2026) |
| E-Call Letter (Admit Card) Download | 4 Days before respective exam date (From 23 October 2026) |
CBT-1 Schedule & Admit Card Dates
| Exam Date | City Intimation Slip Date | Admit Card (Call Letter) Date |
| 27 October 2026 | 17 October 2026 | 23 October 2026 |
| 28 October 2026 | 18 October 2026 | 24 October 2026 |
| 30 October 2026 | 20 October 2026 | 26 October 2026 |
RRB JE CBT-1 Exam Pattern
The 1st Stage CBT is screening in nature with a duration of 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates accompanied by a scribe):
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Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (100 Marks)
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Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for every incorrect response.
| Section / Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks |
Key Instructions for Exam Day
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Aadhaar Biometric Verification: Mandatory Aadhaar-based biometric authentication will be conducted at all exam centers. Candidates must carry their original Aadhaar card (or valid e-verified printout).
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City Intimation Slip: The city intimation link allows candidates to view their assigned exam city and date, and eligible SC/ST candidates to download free railway travel authority.
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Admit Card: Candidates must carry a clear printed copy of their E-Call Letter along with a valid original photo identity card and recent passport-size photographs to gain entry.
Step-by-Step: How to Check RRB JE Exam Date Notice
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Visit your respective regional RRB portal or the central portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
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Under the latest notifications, click on “Notice on Exam Schedule for CBT-1 (CEN 04/2026 – JE, DMS, CMA)”.
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Download the official PDF notice to view the shift details and examination schedule.
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Save your registration number and password to download your city slip starting from 17 October 2026.
Important Links Section
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Download Admit Card / City Slip: Click Here
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Official Notification / Exam Notice Link: Click Here to View Official Notification
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