Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has shared the expected schedule for various recruitment exams and results for 2026. This update covers key positions including Junior Engineer, Assistant Loco Pilot, NTPC, and Group D. Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnav has also directed the use of Tablet-Based Testing (TBT) to make the process more transparent.
What are the exam dates for RRB JE and ALP?
The recruitment for Junior Engineer (JE) and Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) will follow a strict timeline in early 2026. For JE, CBT 1 exams are set for February 19, 20, and 25, while CBT 2 will happen on July 2, 2026. For ALP, CBT 1 is scheduled between February 16 and 18, 2026. Admit cards for both exams will generally be available four days before the test date.
Check RRB NTPC, Group D and Technician details
The NTPC recruitment is split into two categories. Undergraduates will have CBT 1 phases in May and June 2026, while graduates will take CBT 2 on July 10, 2026. Group D results are expected by the third week of June 2026 following a court case resolution. Additionally, 6,565 Technician posts will open for applications from June 30 to July 29, 2026.
| Post Name | Key Date / Detail | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| RRB JE | CBT 1: Feb 19, 20, 25 (2026) | 2,585 |
| RRB ALP | CBT 1: Feb 16-18 (2026) | 11,127 |
| RRB NTPC (Grad) | CBT 2: July 10 (2026) | As per CEN |
| RRB Group D | Result: June 3rd Week (2026) | As per CEN |
| RRB Technician | Apply: June 30 – July 29 (2026) | 6,565 |
New updates on Railway hiring process
The Railway Board is planning to fill over 5,000 vacancies for JE and Senior Section Engineer (SSE) in 2026. To improve efficiency, the government is expanding Tablet-Based Testing (TBT) alongside Computer-Based Tests (CBT). The annual recruitment calendar has been introduced to help candidates prepare in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the RRB Group D result be released?
The RRB Group D (CEN 08/2024) result is expected to be released by the third week of June 2026 along with the merit list and cut-off marks.
What are the dates for RRB Technician applications?
The online application process for 6,565 Technician posts will start on June 30, 2026, and will remain open until July 29, 2026.