Good news for Railway job aspirants ????
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the CBT-1 exam dates for RRB JE 2025-26 under CEN 05/2025. Candidates applying for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) can now start their final exam preparation with clarity and confidence.
In this article, you will get complete, accurate, and officially verified information about:
RRB JE CBT-1 Exam Dates 2025-26
Official notification highlights
Exam city intimation & admit card schedule
Aadhaar biometric requirements
Important instructions for candidates
All details are taken directly from the official RRB notice and presented in simple, easy-to-understand English.
The 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1) schedule has been tentatively announced by RRBs.
| CEN Number | Post Name | Exam Dates |
|---|---|---|
| CEN 05/2025 | JE / DMS / CMA | 19th – 20th February 2026 |
| CEN 05/2025 | JE / DMS / CMA | 3rd March 2026 |
???? The exam will be conducted in multiple shifts across India.
https://rrbranchi.gov.in/upload/files/pdf/02_36_29pmb034c7768de0c9638664d919ca377c2c.pdf
| Event | Schedule |
|---|---|
| CBT-1 Exam Dates | 19–20 Feb & 3 March 2026 |
| Exam City & Date Intimation | 10 days before exam |
| SC/ST Travel Authority Download | With city intimation |
| E-Call Letter (Admit Card) | 4 days before exam |
| Aadhaar Biometric Verification | On exam day |
The Exam City, Date, and Travel Authority (for SC/ST candidates) link will be activated 10 days before the exam
Candidates can check it on official RRB regional websites
This slip is not an admit card, but helps in travel planning
E-Call Letters (Admit Cards) will be available 4 days before the exam
Download only from the official RRB website
Admit card will contain:
Exam date & shift
Exam center details
Candidate instructions
⚠️ No hard copy will be sent by post
As per the official notice:
Aadhaar biometric authentication will be conducted at the exam centre
Candidates must bring:
Original Aadhaar Card, OR
e-Verified Aadhaar printout
If Aadhaar is not verified earlier, candidates must verify it by logging into RRB portal before exam day
Keeping Aadhaar unlocked in UIDAI system is strongly advised.
Always rely on official RRB websites for updates
Do not trust fake sources or agents
RRB selections are 100% merit-based through CBT
Beware of frauds promising jobs illegally
With the exam date officially out:
You can now plan revision strategy
Focus on CBT-1 high-weightage topics
Attempt full-length mock tests
Improve time management & accuracy
Revise Engineering Basics + General Awareness
Focus on previous year questions
Practice online CBT-pattern tests
Maintain speed and accuracy balance
Yes, RRB has officially announced CBT-1 exam dates under CEN 05/2025.
The exam will be held on 19–20 February 2026 and 3 March 2026.
Exam city and date details will be available 10 days before the exam.
Admit cards will be available 4 days prior to the exam date.
Yes, Aadhaar biometric authentication is mandatory at the exam centre.
The release of the RRB JE 2025-26 CBT-1 exam date marks the final phase of preparation for thousands of aspirants. With the exam scheduled in February and March 2026, candidates must now focus on smart revision, mock practice, and exam-oriented preparation.
Stay connected only with official RRB websites and prepare with confidence.
This is your opportunity to secure a prestigious Railway Junior Engineer job.
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