The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have 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 across various railway zones in India. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the respective regional RRB websites.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Advertisement Number | CEN No. 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician Grade-I Signal & Technician Grade-III |
| Total Vacancies | 6,565 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Category | Recruitment |
| Official Website | RRB Official Portal |
Description
RRB has invited applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to Technician posts in Indian Railways. The recruitment drive includes vacancies for Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III in various railway zones. Selection will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | June 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release | 29 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 July 2026 |
| Application Modification Window | As Per Notification |
| CBT Exam Date | To Be Announced |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade-III | 6,242 |
| Total | 6,565 Posts |
The vacancy count has increased compared to the previous recruitment cycle.
Educational Qualification
Technician Grade-I Signal
Candidates must possess any one of the following:
- BE / B.Tech in relevant discipline, OR
- Engineering Diploma, OR
- B.Sc. Engineering Degree.
Technician Grade-III
Candidates should have:
- Class 10th Pass with ITI Certificate in the relevant trade, OR
- Class 10th Pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM), as prescribed in the notification.
Candidates are advised to check trade-wise eligibility in the detailed notification.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade-III | 18 to 30 Years |
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 18 to 33 Years |
Age Relaxation
- OBC: 3 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- PwBD: As per Government rules
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / EBC / Minorities | ₹250 |
A portion of the fee may be refunded after appearing in the CBT as per RRB rules.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | Level 5 | ₹29,200/- |
| Technician Grade-III | Level 2 | ₹19,900/- |
Additional allowances will be provided as per Railway rules.
Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Class 10th Certificate
- ITI Certificate / Engineering Qualification Certificates
- Aadhaar Card
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Valid Mobile Number and Email ID
How to Apply Online
Step 1
Visit the official RRB website of your chosen region.
Step 2
Click on the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026) link.
Step 3
Complete the registration process.
Step 4
Fill in personal and educational details.
Step 5
Upload the required documents.
Step 6
Pay the application fee online.
Step 7
Preview the application form carefully.
Step 8
Submit and download the final application form.
Exam Pattern (Expected)
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 |
| General Science | 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
The detailed exam pattern will be available in the official notification.
Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Click HereLink Activate On 30 June 2026 |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click HereLink Activate Soon |
| Railway RRB Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ – RRB Technician Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6,565 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What are the application dates?
Candidates can apply online from 30 June 2026 to 29 July 2026.
Q3. What qualification is required for Technician Grade-III?
Candidates should possess 10th Pass with ITI in the relevant trade or 10th with PCM, as specified in the notification.
Q4. What is the age limit for Technician Grade-I Signal?
The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 01 July 2026.
Q5. What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on CBT, Document Verification, Medical Examination, and Final Merit List.