About the Examination
Official recruitment notification by Union Public Service Commission (Advt No. 01/2026-ENGG) for 457 vacancies across Ministry of Railways & Central Engineering Cadre.
Selection Pattern Overview
Written Examination / Computer-based Screening followed by Document Verification & Personality Test (Interview).
Examination Stages & Marks Distribution
Detailed tier-by-tier breakdown of test duration, total marks, qualifying cutoffs, and mode.
Stage I: Preliminary Screening / CBT
offline omr
120 Mins
200 Marks
66 Marks
Stage II: Main Examination / Skill Evaluation
pen paper
180 Mins
300 Marks
100 Marks
Syllabus & Marking Guidelines
Syllabus Breakdown
Written Examination / Computer-based Screening followed by Document Verification & Personality Test (Interview).
Marking & Negative Marking Rules
Negative marking applicable for incorrect responses (1/3rd or 0.25 marks deduction) as per official scheme.
Eligibility, Age & Educational Qualifications
18 to 32 Years
Unlimited
Citizen of India
Degree in Engineering (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics & Telecommunication) from a recognized University or equivalent.
A candidate must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 30 years as on 1st January 2026.
Milestone Timeline
Application Window Opens
Last Date for Online Application
Tentative Examination Date
Application Fee Structure
Gazettes & Circulars
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