The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the short notification for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 02/2026. A total of 6,565 vacancies have been announced for Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts in Indian Railways.
RRB Technician 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Board | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Notification Number | CEN 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician Grade I Signal & Technician Grade III |
| Total Vacancies | 6,565 |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Department | Indian Railways |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Release Date | 18 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | CBT, Document Verification & Medical Test |
RRB Technician 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade III | 6,242 |
| Total | 6,565 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 18 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | July 2026 |
| Exam Date | To Be Announced |
Official Notification
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Government of India, Ministry of Railways
Railway Recruitment Boards
CENTRALISED EMPLOYMENT NOTIFICATION (CEN) No.02/2026
Recruitment for Technicians
(Indicative Notice)
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for various posts of Technician Grade-I
Signal & Technician Grade-III given in the table below. The last date for submission of
Application(s) is 29.07.2026. Applications complete in all respects must be submitted
THROUGH ONLINE MODE ONLY (https://www.rrbapply.gov.in).
Opening date of Application(s): 30/06/2026
Closing date for submission of Application(s): 29/07/2026 (23:59 hrs)
Closing date for submission of Application(s): 29/07/2026 (23:59 hrs)
| Name of the Post | Pay Level as per 7th CPC | Initial Pay (₹) | Medical Standard | Age (as on 01.07.2026) | Tentative Vacancies (All RRBs) | Tentative Total Vacancies (All RRBs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 5 | 29,200/- | B-1 | 18-33 years | 323 | 6565 |
| Technician Grade-III | 2 | 19,900/- | As per detailed CEN | 18-30 years | 6242 |
Note:
- Each Candidate is allowed to apply to only one RRB for any one Pay Level, and only one common ONLINE application for any of the notified posts within the Pay Level.
- A separate application must be submitted for each Pay Level.
- Candidates are strongly advised to verify their primary details using Aadhaar, during filling of online application, in order to avoid inconvenience and delays due to detailed scrutiny at every stage of recruitment process for non-Aadhaar Verified applications.
- In order to achieve successful verification with the Aadhaar, Name and Date of Birth in Aadhaar shall be got updated to match 100% with the Full Name and Date of Birth available in 10th class pass certificate.
- This notification is purely indicative in nature issued solely for the purpose of keeping prospective candidates informed about the forthcoming CEN and to be in readiness with necessary certificates/documents required for applying.
Websites of RRBs participating in CEN No.02/2026
| Ahmedabad www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
Ajmer www.rrbajmer.gov.in |
Bengaluru www.rrbbnc.gov.in |
Bhopal www.rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Bhubaneswar www.rrbbbs.gov.in |
Bilaspur www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
Chandigarh www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
Chennai www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Guwahati www.rrbguwahati.gov.in |
Jammu-Srinagar www.rrbjammu.nic.in |
Kolkata www.rrbkolkata.gov.in |
Malda www.rrbmalda.gov.in |
| Mumbai www.rrbmumbai.gov.in |
Muzaffarpur www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in |
Patna www.rrbpatna.gov.in |
Prayagraj www.rrbald.gov.in |
| Ranchi www.rrbranchi.gov.in |
Secunderabad www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
Siliguri www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in |
Thiruvananthapuram www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in |
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Educational Qualification
Technician Grade I Signal
Candidates must possess:
- B.Sc. in Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/IT, OR
- Diploma/Degree in Engineering relevant to the post.
Technician Grade III
Candidates should have:
- Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI from NCVT/SCVT in relevant trade.
Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I | 18–36 Years |
| Technician Grade III | 18–33 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/Female/PwBD/ExSM | ₹250 |
Payment can be made through:
- UPI
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
Salary Structure
| Post | Initial Pay |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | ₹29,200 |
| Technician Grade III | ₹19,900 |
Additional benefits include:
- DA (Dearness Allowance)
- HRA
- Railway Pass
- Medical Facilities
- Pension Benefits
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 includes:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates qualifying the CBT will be called for further stages.
RRB Technician 2026 Exam Pattern
Computer Based Test (CBT)
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 |
| General Science | 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Exam Duration
- 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking Applicable
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- 10th Marksheet
- ITI/Diploma/Degree Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official RRB application portal.
- Complete registration using mobile number and email ID.
- Fill personal and educational details.
- Upload photo and signature.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and take printout.
Frequently Asked Questions
| What is the total number of vacancies in RRB Technician 2026? |
|---|
| A total of 6,565 vacancies have been announced. |
| What is the last date to apply? |
| The last date is 29 July 2026. |
| What is the qualification for Technician Grade III? |
| Candidates must have 10th pass with ITI in relevant trade. |
| Is there negative marking in CBT? |
| Yes, negative marking is applicable. |
| What is the salary of RRB Technician Grade I? |
| The initial basic pay is ₹29,200. |
| Can diploma holders apply? |
| Yes, diploma holders can apply for eligible posts. |
| Is Aadhaar mandatory? |
| RRB has advised Aadhaar verification for recruitment processes. |
| What is the official website for RRB recruitment? |
| https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ |
| Is the notification released officially? |
| Yes, the short notification has been released officially under CEN 02/2026. |
| Which trades are eligible for Technician Grade III? |
| Relevant ITI trades notified by RRB are eligible. Full trade-wise details will be available in the detailed notification. |
Some Important Useful Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |