Is Diploma sufficient for RRB JE?

Yes, a 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering branch is the minimum qualification.

Can final year students apply?

Candidates in their final year can apply provisionally but must produce the degree/diploma at document verification.

What is the age limit for JE?

18 to 33 years for General/EWS. Standard relaxation for reserved categories.

Can B.Sc graduates apply for JE?

B.Sc is accepted only for DMS and CMA posts, not for core JE positions which require engineering qualifications.

Is spectacle use allowed for JE medical?

Yes, most JE posts have relaxed medical standards where corrected vision with spectacles is acceptable.

RRB JE 2026 Eligibility — Engineering Qualification, Age & Medical

Last updated: 7 March 2026

RRB JE 2026 Overview

The RRB JE 2026 Eligibility requires candidates to have formal engineering education — either a 3-year Diploma or 4-year B.E./B.Tech degree from a recognized institution. The specific branch must match the JE department being applied for.

Educational Qualification

Junior Engineer (Civil): Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering
JE (Mechanical): Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering
JE (Electrical): Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering
JE (Electronics/S&T): Diploma/Degree in Electronics/Telecommunication
JE (IT): B.Tech in CS/IT or BCA/MCA
DMS: B.Sc in relevant science or Diploma in relevant engineering
CMA: B.Sc in Chemistry/Metallurgy

Age Limit

18 to 33 years for General/EWS candidates. The cut-off date for age calculation is specified in the notification.

Age Relaxation

OBC-NCL: 3 years | SC/ST: 5 years | PwBD: 10 years | Ex-Servicemen: as per rules

Medical Standards

JE posts generally fall under medical category B1 or C1, which have standard vision and hearing requirements. Unlike ALP, JE posts do not require unaided 6/6 vision — corrected vision with spectacles is acceptable for most JE posts.

RRB JE Eligibility Criteria

Qualification

3-year Diploma or 4-year B.E./B.Tech in relevant branch from a recognized institution

Age

18-33 years (General) | OBC: +3 | SC/ST: +5 | PwBD: +10

Medical

Category B1/C1 — corrected vision acceptable for most posts

Check Your Age Eligibility

Check if you meet the age requirement for RRB JE. Our calculator shows your exact age on the cut-off date with category-wise relaxation (OBC, SC/ST, PH, Ex-Servicemen).