RRB Technician Recruitment 2026-27: Apply Online for 6,565 Vacancies, Dates & Salary

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially rolled out its massive recruitment campaign under Centralized Employment Notice CEN 02/2026, announcing a total of 6,565 vacancies for Technician Grade 1 Signal and Technician Grade 3 positions for the 2026-27 session. Candidates aspiring to build a secure career in the Indian Railways must review the essential timelines, educational requirements, selection procedures, and salary metrics before applying.

RRB Technician 2026 Exam Overview

The comprehensive notification PDF was published on 29 June 2026, opening doors for technical candidates across multiple engineering disciplines and trade certificates. Review the quick summary table below for a bird's-eye view of the recruitment drive:

Organization	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name	Technician (Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3)
Vacancies	6565
Advt No.	CEN 02/2026
Mode of Exam	Online
Registration Dates	30th June to 29th July 2026
Selection Process	CBT Exam Document Verification Medical Examination
Educational Qualification	Grade 1 Signal post: Engineering, Diploma, or B.Sc. Grade 3 post: Matriculation + ITI
Age Limit	Grade 1 Signal post: 18 to 33 years Grade 3 post: 18 to 30 years
Salary	Grade 1 Signal- Rs. 29,200 per month Grade 3- Rs. 19,900 per month
Official Website	https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/

Important Dates & Schedule

Mark your calendars so you don't miss any critical deadlines for registration and fee payment.

Events	Dates
RRB Technician Notification	18th May 2026
Apply Online Starts	30th June 2026
Last Date for Registration	29th July 2026 (11:59 pm)
Last Date to fill the application fee	To be notified
Application Form Correction	To be notified

Vacancy Breakdown & Zone-Wise Distribution

The 6,565 total openings are segregated across Grade 1 Signal and multiple Grade 3 designations across several railway zones in India.

Grades	Vacancies
Technician Grade 1 Signal	323
Technician Grade 3	6242
Total	6565

Zone-Wise Vacancies

Railway Zone	Vacancies
Northern Railway (New Delhi)	548
Western Railway (Mumbai)	544
Central Railway (Mumbai)	870
Southern Railway (Chennai)	785
South Central Railway (Secunderabad)	368
South Eastern Railway (Kolkata)	576
South East Central Railway (Bilaspur)	90
Eastern Railway (Kolkata)	291
East Central Railway (Hajipur)	186
West Central Railway (Jabalpur)	231
North Western Railway (Jaipur)	199
North Central Railway (Allahabad)	268
North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur)	169
NF Railway (NFR)	701
South Western Railway (Hubli)	240
BLW / CLW / ICF	499
Total	6565

Eligibility Criteria: Qualifications & Age Limit

Before submitting your form, ensure you meet the required educational benchmarks and age restrictions.

Posts	Educational Qualification
RRB Technician Grade 1 Signal	A) Bachelor of Science In Physics / Electronics / Computer Science / Information Technology/ Instrumentation from a recognized University/Institute OR B.Sc. in a combination of any sub-stream of basic streams of Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/Information Technology/Instrumentation from a recognized University/Institute (OR) B) Three years Diploma in Engineering in the above basic streams or in combination of any of above basic streams (OR) Degree in Engineering in the above basic streams or in combination of any of above basic streams
RRB Technician Grade 3	Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI from recognized institutions of NCVT/SCVT in the trade of Forger and Heat Treater/Foundryman / Pattern Maker / Moulder (Refractory). (OR) Matriculation/SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the related trades.

Age Limits and Relaxations

• Technician Grade 1 Signal: 18 to 33 years
• Technician Grade 3: 18 to 30 years

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 years
OBC (NCL)	3 years
Ex-Servicemen (more than 6 months of service after attestation)	Up to the extent of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years
PWD	10 years + relaxation for the respective category
Candidates ordinarily domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989	5 years
Candidates who are serving Group 'C' and Erstwhile Group 'D' Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes in Railways who have put in a minimum of 3 years of service (continuous or in broken spells)	UR -40 years, OBC-NCL- 43 years,SC/ST - 45 years

Application Fee Structure

Categories	Application Fee
For Candidates belonging to SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PWDs / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Economically backward class (This fee of Rs 250/- shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges as applicable, on appearing in CBT.)	Rs. 250/-
Others Categories (Out of this fee of Rs 500/-, an amount of Rs 400/- shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges, on appearing in CBT.)	Rs. 500/-

Selection Process Stages

The recruitment methodology comprises three successive evaluation milestones:

• Stage 1- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Stage 2- Document Verification
• Stage 3- Medical Examination

Exam Patterns for Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3

Both examinations run for a duration of 90 minutes consisting of 100 objective-type questions (100 marks), with a negative marking of 1/3rd marks deducted for incorrect responses.

Grade 1 Signal CBT Exam Pattern

Subjects	No. of Question	Total Marks	Time
General Awareness	10	10	90 minutes
General Intelligence & Reasoning	15	15	90 minutes
Basic of Computers and Applications	20	20	90 minutes
Mathematics	20	20	90 minutes
Basic Science and Engineering	35	35	90 minutes
Total	100	100	90 minutes

Grade 3 CBT Exam Pattern

Subjects	No. of Question	Total Marks	Time
Mathematics	25	25	90 minutes
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25	90 minutes
General Science	40	40	90 minutes
General Awareness	10	10	90 minutes
Total	100	100	90 minutes

Medium of Examination Languages

• Assamese
• Bengali
• Gujarati
• Kannada
• Konkani
• Malayalam
• Manipuri
• Marathi
• Odia
• Punjabi
• Tamil
• Telugu
• Urdu

Salary Structure

Posts	Pay Level in 7th CPC	Initial Pay
Technician Grade 1 Signal	Level 5 (Rs.29,200-92,300)	Rs. 29,200
Technician Grade 3	Level 2 (Rs.19,900-63,200)	Rs. 19,900

Steps to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026

Follow these structured instructions to successfully complete your registration on the application portal:

1. On the start day of registration process, visit https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.
2. Create an Account, and register using your basic details (Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, Mobile Number, and Aadhaar Card).
3. Verify your account by entering the OTPs sent to your registered mobile number and email.
4. Use your generated registration credentials (or existing login if you recently applied for RRB ALP/NTPC) to log in to the portal.
5. Choose CEN No. 02/2026 (Technician) and select your preferred RRB Zone.
6. Carefully input your personal information, address, category, and educational or technical qualifications (e.g., ITI for Grade III, B.Sc or Diploma for Grade I Signal).
7. Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and any required category or educational certificates in the prescribed format.
8. Complete the fee payment using online modes such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
9. Review all entered details carefully before final submission, and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.

What to Do Next After Application

Once your application is successfully submitted, download and save a hard copy of your registration confirmation page. Keep a regular check on the official portal for admit card release timelines. Prepare thoroughly using the subject weights outlined in the exam pattern and monitor travel arrangements once city intimation slips are published.

Related Recruitment Updates & Resources

• RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 11127 Vacancies
• RRB Technician Salary
• RRB Technician Grade 1 Cut Off- Click to Check
• RRB Technician Grade 3 Cut Off- Click to Check

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is RRB Technician Grade 1 & Grade 3 Notification 2026 released?

Yes, the RRB issued the official short notification for the 2026 Technician recruitment cycle on 18th May 2026.

How many vacancies are to be released through RRB Technician Notification 2026-27?

A total of 6565 technician vacancies have been officially announced for this recruitment drive.

Can 12th pass candidates apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?

Yes. Candidates holding a 10+2 qualification with Physics and Maths are eligible for Technician Grade III Signal & Telecom (S&T) posts. Other Grade III roles generally require an ITI certification or apprenticeship.

What is the minimum qualifying mark in RRB Technician CBT?

The qualifying benchmark for the Grade I and III CBT is 40% for General category candidates, with relaxations provided for reserved categories.

Is there a Psycho Test (CBAT) for Technician posts?

No. Unlike the ALP position, there is no Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT/Psycho Test) for Technician roles; selection is determined solely by the single CBT score.