RRB JE CBT-1 Exam Date 2026 (CEN 04/2026): revised to 27 and 28 October
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| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CEN 04/2026) | — |
| Notice date (revised schedule of CBT-I) | 2 October 2026 |
| CBT-I (1st Stage Computer Based Test), revised tentative dates | 27 and 28 October 2026 |
| Exam City and Date link and SC/ST Travel Authority go live | 10 days (tentatively) before the exam date |
| E-call letter download starts | 4 days (tentatively) before the exam date shown in the Exam City and Date intimation |
The Railway Recruitment Boards have revised the tentative schedule of the 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I) for CEN 04/2026. The RRB JE CBT-1 exam date is 27th and 28th October 2026, for various posts of Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant. The notice is dated 02.10.2026 and follows the notice dated 16.09.2026. Read the Aadhaar and e-call letter points below before exam day.
Revised CBT-I dates for CEN 04/2026
The RRBs issued a notice dated 02.10.2026 with the revised tentative schedule of the 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I). The notice says it is issued further to the notice dated 16.09.2026.
| CEN | Posts | CBT-I dates |
|---|---|---|
| 04/2026 | Various posts of Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant | 27th and 28th October 2026 |
The schedule is called tentative. The notice does not repeat the earlier dates from the 16.09.2026 notice, so this guide does not quote them. If you want to compare, open the older notice on the RRB website.
Exam city, travel authority and e-call letter timing
- Exam City & Date link: the link for viewing the Exam City and Date will be made live 10 days (tentatively) before the exam date on the official websites of all RRBs.
- SC/ST Travel Authority: the same link is used to download the Travel Authority for SC/ST candidates.
- E-call letter: downloading starts 4 days (tentatively) before the exam date mentioned in the Exam City and Date intimation.
The word tentatively means the timing can shift. Keep checking the official RRB website of your region instead of relying on forwarded messages.
Aadhaar biometric check at the exam centre
The notice says Aadhaar linked biometric authentication will be done at the exam centre before you enter the exam hall. Candidates must bring their original Aadhaar card or a printout of e-verified Aadhaar.
- If you have not authenticated your identity yet, log in with your credentials at rrbapply.gov.in and do the Aadhaar verification, so entry to the centre is smooth.
- Even if you verified Aadhaar while applying, make sure it stays unlocked in the UIDAI system before you reach the centre.
- Your Aadhaar should carry the correct name, date of birth (as per Class 10th certificate), latest photograph, biometrics (if not updated on reaching age 15), address and father’s name.
Use only official websites and avoid touts
The RRBs advise candidates to refer only to the official websites of RRBs for the latest updates on the recruitment process, and not to be misled by unauthenticated sources.
The notice also warns candidates to beware of touts who make fake promises of appointment for money or other illegal consideration. It states that RRB selections are based on Computer Based Test (CBT) and recruitment is made strictly on the merit of the candidates.
What the notice does not say
This notice is short. It does not mention the exam shifts or reporting time, the exam centres, the exam pattern or syllabus, the number of vacancies, or the earlier dates it replaces. Do not trust any website or channel that gives those details as if they came from this notice. Read the exam city and date intimation and your e-call letter when they are released.
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FAQ
What is the RRB JE CBT 1 exam date 2026?
The revised tentative CBT-I dates for CEN 04/2026 are 27th and 28th October 2026, as per the RRB notice dated 02.10.2026.
When will the RRB JE exam city and e-call letter be released?
The Exam City & Date link goes live 10 days (tentatively) before the exam date, and e-call letter downloading starts 4 days (tentatively) before the exam date shown in the city intimation, on the official RRB websites.
What should I carry for Aadhaar authentication at the RRB JE exam centre?
Bring your original Aadhaar card or a printout of e-verified Aadhaar. Keep your Aadhaar unlocked in the UIDAI system before you reach the exam centre.
Why was the RRB JE CBT-1 schedule revised?
The notice dated 02.10.2026 gives a revised tentative schedule further to the notice dated 16.09.2026. It does not state a reason and does not repeat the earlier dates.
Does the notice give the exam shift, centres, syllabus or vacancies?
No. The notice does not mention shifts, exam centres, the exam pattern or syllabus, or the number of vacancies. Check the official RRB website for those details.
This is an unofficial information website and is not linked to any government department. Always confirm on the official website before applying.