RBI Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical) Recruitment 2026: Apply by 06 May
Latest Update (April 2026): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the complete notification for the recruitment of Junior Engineer (Civil) and Junior Engineer (Electrical) for Panel Year 2026.
Eligible engineering candidates can submit their online applications from 16 April 2026 to 06 May 2026 through the official RBI careers portal. The highly competitive Online Examination is tentatively scheduled for 06 June 2026.
Official Notification PDF: Download RBI JE 2026 Full Notification PDF
Important Dates – RBI JE 2026 |
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| Online Registration Starts: | 16 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: | 06 May 2026 |
| Tentative Online Exam Date: | 06 June 2026 |
Application Fee |
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| General / OBC / EWS: | ₹450/- (Exam Fee + Intimation Charges) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / EXS: | ₹50/- (Intimation Charges Only) |
| Pay online using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Mobile Wallets. | |
📺 RBI JE 2026 Video Guide
Watch this video to understand the zone-wise vacancies, strict document upload rules, and detailed syllabus preparation strategy for Civil & Electrical Engineering.
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| Apply Online: | Apply Now – rbi.org.in |
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Zone-Wise Vacancy Breakup (Total 11 Posts)
| Zone | Junior Engineer (Civil) | Junior Engineer (Electrical) |
|---|---|---|
| East | 1 | 0 |
| West | 4 | 3 |
| North | 1 | 0 |
| South | 0 | 1 |
| Central | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 7 | 4 |
Eligibility Criteria – RBI JE 2026
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit (As on 01/04/2026) | 20 to 30 Years (Born between 02/04/1996 and 01/04/2006). Upper age relaxations apply: SC/ST (5 Yrs), OBC (3 Yrs), PwBD (10 Yrs). |
| Education (Civil) | Minimum three years Diploma in Civil Engineering with 65% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) OR Degree in Civil Engineering with 55% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). |
| Education (Electrical) | Minimum three years Diploma in Electrical / Electrical & Electronic Engineering with 65% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) OR Degree in Electrical / Electrical & Electronic Engineering with 55% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). |
| Work Experience | At least 2 years experience for Diploma holders OR at least 1-year experience for Degree holders in execution/supervision of construction/installations OR a 1-year graduate apprenticeship training in a PSU. |
Salary & Perks
Selected candidates will draw a starting basic pay of ₹47,700/- per month (₹29,000/- plus nine advance increments). The initial monthly Gross Emoluments for a Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical) is approximately ₹91,309/-. Perks include HRA (15% if no quarters provided), medical reimbursement, LFC, and housing/personal loans at concessional rates.
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
Phase 1: Online Examination (300 Marks | 150 Mins)
• English Language: 50 Qs | 50 Marks | 40 Mins
• Engineering Discipline Paper I: 40 Qs | 100 Marks | 40 Mins
• Engineering Discipline Paper II: 40 Qs | 100 Marks | 40 Mins
• General Intelligence and Reasoning: 50 Qs | 50 Marks | 30 Mins
Note: There is a negative marking of 1/4th marks for each wrong answer.
Phase 2: Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Candidates provisionally shortlisted will undergo a mandatory LPT in the Official/Local Language of the applied zone. Failing the LPT leads to absolute disqualification.
Indicative Syllabus – Junior Engineer (Civil)
Paper I:
• Building Materials: Stones, cement, timber, paints, bituminous materials.
• Estimating, Costing & Valuation: Rate analysis, measurement units, earthwork, brickwork, RCC, valuation methods, depreciation.
• Surveying: Chain surveying, compass traversing, leveling, contouring, tachometric survey, earthwork calculation.
• Soil Mechanics: Index properties, permeability, consolidation, shear strength, compaction, bearing capacity.
• Hydraulics: Hydrostatics, Bernoulli's theorem, flow through pipes/channels, pumps, turbines.
• Transportation Engineering: Geometric design, pavement materials, flexible/rigid pavements.
• Environmental Engineering: Water supply/purification, sewerage systems, solid waste management, air & noise pollution.
Paper II:
• Theory of Structures: Elasticity constants, beams (determinate/indeterminate), Bending moment & shear force, torsion.
• Concrete Technology: Properties, mix design, batching, curing, quality control.
• RCC Design: Singly/double reinforced beams, slabs, footings, retaining walls (Limit State & Working Stress).
• Steel Design: Columns, beams, roof trusses, plate girders.
Indicative Syllabus – Junior Engineer (Electrical)
Paper I: Basics of Electrical Engg, Lighting design, Transformers (working & maintenance), Pumping systems, Motors & starting methods, Substation design (DG sets), Earthing & lightening arrestors.
Paper II: AC & Refrigeration basics, Inverters/UPS systems, Energy conservation, LT distribution, cabling, panel design, Testing of electrical installation, Elevator basics, CCTV/Fire alarms, Indian Electricity Rules, Switchgears & protection.
Zone-Wise Local Languages for LPT
You must be highly proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the language of the zone you are applying for:
- East Zone: Odia, Assamese, Bengali, Manipuri, Khasi, Nepali, Hindi, Maithili, Bodo, Mizo, English (only for Nagaland/Arunachal Pradesh).
- West Zone: Gujarati, Marathi, Konkani.
- North Zone: Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Kashmiri.
- South Zone: Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam.
- Central Zone: Hindi, Telugu, Marathi.
List of Examination Centres
| Zone | Centres |
|---|---|
| East | Kolkata, Gangtok, Kalyani, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Jorhat, Tezpur, Silchar, Guwahati, Agartala, Shillong, Imphal, Churachandpur, Patna, Arrah, Dhanbad, Ranchi |
| West | Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Surat/Bardoli, Vadodara/Anand, Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane/MMR Region, Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Dhule, Nashik, Kolhapur, Panaji |
| North | Chandigarh/Mohali, Patiala, Phagwara, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Dehradun, Roorkee, New Delhi/NCR, Jammu, Srinagar, Samba, Jaipur |
| South | Bengaluru, Hubballi/Dharwad, Mysuru, Chennai, Madurai, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Central | Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Raipur, Bhilai Nagar, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Nizamabad, Warangal, Guntur/Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam |
How to Apply Online & Upload Documents
- Go to the RBI website opportunities.rbi.org.in.
- Click on "Recruitment for the post of Junior Engineer (Civil/ Electrical)" and register.
- Fill out the application form carefully.
- Document Uploads (CRITICAL):
- Photograph: Light/white background. No dark glasses/caps.
- Signature: Black Ink on white paper. 10kb-20kb. NO CAPITAL LETTERS.
- Left Thumb Impression: Black/Blue ink on white paper. 20kb-50kb (240x240 pixels).
- Handwritten Declaration: Must be in English, written with Black Ink on white paper. 50kb-100kb. NO CAPITAL LETTERS.
- Pay the application fee and take a printout of the system-generated application form.
RBI Junior Engineer 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
What is the basic salary of an RBI Junior Engineer?
The starting basic pay is ₹47,700 per month, with initial monthly gross emoluments amounting to approximately ₹91,309.
Is experience mandatory for RBI JE posts?
Yes. Diploma holders need at least 2 years of experience, while Degree holders need at least 1 year of relevant experience or a 1-year graduate apprenticeship in a PSU.
What is the handwritten declaration text?
The exact text is: “I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
Can I upload a signature in Capital letters?
No. Signatures or handwritten declarations written in ALL CAPITAL LETTERS will be strictly rejected.
RBI JE 2026 – Important Instructions (Form Reject Na Ho!)
Strictly follow the declaration text and upload formats to avoid disqualification:
- Handwriting Rule: The declaration MUST be in your own handwriting and ONLY in English. If it is written by someone else, or in Capital Letters, your application will be deemed invalid.
- Signature Match: The signature uploaded must exactly match the signature you provide on the attendance sheet/Call Letter on exam day. Mismatches will lead to immediate disqualification.
- Correct Placement: Ensure the photo is uploaded in the photo section and the signature in the signature section. Swapping these will result in exam denial.
- Percentage Calculation: Do not round off your aggregate percentage. 49.99% will be treated as less than 50% and will disqualify you. Ensure you meet the exact 65% (Diploma) or 55% (Degree) requirement.
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