The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Technician Recruitment Notification for 2026-27 on behalf of Indian Railways. This recruitment drive aims to fill 323 vacancies for Technician Grade 1 (Signal) and 6,234 vacancies for Technician Grade 3 posts. Eligible candidates can apply for the RRB Technician 2026 recruitment online starting from 30th June to 29th July 2026. Explore the comprehensive details regarding this hiring process in the sections below.
RRB Technician Notification 2026 Out
The short notification for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026) was issued on 29th June 2026, providing essential information such as registration timelines, vacancy breakdown, pay scales, and age eligibility criteria. The official notice is available for download below.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026- Overview Table
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is recruiting for 6,557 Technician roles, specifically for Grade 1 (Signal) and Grade 3 positions. Interested and qualified aspirants must submit their applications through the official RRB portal at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.
| RRB Technician 2026 Exam Summary | |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Technician (Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3) |
| Vacancies | 6557 |
| Advt No. | CEN 02/2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Registration Dates | 30th June to 29th July 2026 |
| Selection Process |
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| Salary | Grade 1 Signal- Rs. 29,200 per month Grade 3- Rs. 19,900 per month |
| Official Website | www.rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Technician 2026 Important Dates
The online registration portal opens on 30th June 2026, with the deadline set for 29th July 2026 (11:59 pm). Examination dates for both Grade 1 and Grade 3 tiers will be announced in due course. Review the critical dates provided in the schedule below.
| Events | Dates |
| RRB Technician Notification | 29th June 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 |
RRB Technician Vacancy 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board is committed to filling 6,557 Technician positions. The total breakdown includes 323 openings for Technician Grade 1 Signal and 6,234 openings for Technician Grade 3, offering a significant career opportunity for aspiring candidates.
| Grades | Vacancies |
| Technician Grade 1 Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade 3 | 6234 |
| Total | 6557 |
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 |
RRB Technician 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the specific RRB Technician eligibility requirements, which include mandatory educational qualifications, defined age limits, and nationality/citizenship status.
Education Qualification
| Posts | Educational Qualification |
| RRB Technician Grade 1 Signal |
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| 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 Limit (as on 01/07/2026)
According to the official RRB Technician Notification, all applicants must be at least 18 years old. The upper age limit varies depending on the specific Technician grade and reservation category.
- For Technician Grade 1 Signal posts: 18 to 33 years.
- For Technician Grade 3 posts: 18 to 30 years
Age relaxation for Reserved Categories
| 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 |
Nationality
To qualify for the selection process, candidates are required to satisfy the eligibility criteria associated with one of the following categories:
- A citizen of India.
- A citizen of Nepal or Bhutan.
- A Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before January 1, 1962, with the intent to settle permanently.
- A person of Indian origin (PIO) who has migrated from specific countries (including Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Kenya, etc.) to settle in India permanently.
RRB Technician Online Form 2026
Application forms for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 will be hosted on all regional Railway Recruitment Board websites. The application window remains open from 30th June to 29th July 2026. We advise candidates to keep all necessary academic and personal documents prepared before starting the application process.
RRB Technician Application Fee
Applicants must submit the prescribed application fee based on their respective categories. Failure to complete the fee payment will result in the automatic rejection of the application. Please refer to the table below for the category-wise fee structure for the 2026 recruitment.
| 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/- |
Steps to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026
All registrations for the 2026 RRB Technician drive must be completed exclusively via the official website at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.
- On the start day of registration process, visit https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.
- Create an Account, and register using your basic details (Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, Mobile Number, and Aadhaar Card).
- Verify your account by entering the OTPs sent to your registered mobile number and email.
- Use your generated registration credentials (or existing login if you recently applied for RRB ALP/NTPC) to log in to the portal.
- Choose CEN No. 02/2026 (Technician) and select your preferred RRB Zone.
- 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).
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and any required category or educational certificates in the prescribed format.
- Complete the fee payment using online modes such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Review all entered details carefully before final submission, and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection procedure for the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Technician positions consists of these three primary stages:
- Stage 1- Computer-Based Test (CBT): The test consists of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions with a duration of 90 minutes.
- Stage 2- Document Verification- During this stage, candidates must present original academic certificates, proof of age, technical qualifications (like ITI or relevant diplomas), and community certificates.
- Stage 3- Medical Examination- After passing the document verification, candidates must undergo a medical fitness test conducted by the Railway Administration.
RRB Technician 2026 Exam Pattern
Grade 1 Signal CBT Exam Pattern
The initial stage features a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Detailed information regarding the exam structure and marking scheme is outlined in the table and bullet points provided below.
- For the questions left unanswered, no marks will be deducted.
- For the questions answered incorrectly, 1/3 marks will be deducted.
| RRB Technician Grade 1 Signal CBT Exam Pattern 2026 | |||
| Subjects | No. of Question | Total Marks | Time |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 | |
| Basic of Computers and Applications | 20 | 20 | |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | |
| Basic Science and Engineering | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
RRB Technician Grade 3 CBT Exam Pattern
- The exam will be held in CBT mode.
- A total of 100 questions will be asked for a total of 100 marks.
- The time duration will be 90 minutes.
- There will be a negative of 1/3 marks for the incorrect answers.
| RRB Technician Grade 3 CBT Exam Pattern 2026 | |||
| Subjects | No. of Question | Total Marks | Time |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Science | 40 | 40 | |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
Medium of Examination
To promote accessibility, the RRB Technician CBT will be administered in English, Hindi, and 13 additional regional languages:
- Assamese
- Bengali
- Gujarati
- Kannada
- Konkani
- Malayalam
- Manipuri
- Marathi
- Odia
- Punjabi
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Urdu
RRB Technician Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive a competitive monthly salary, including allowances and additional benefits. RRB Technician Salary differs by grade. The entry-level salary for Technician Grade 1 (Signal) is Rs. 29,200/-, while Technician Grade 3 posts start at Rs. 19,900 (Pay Level 2).
| 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 |
Candidates preparing for the 2026 exam should analyze previous years' cut-off trends to gauge expected targets. RRB Technician cut-off marks vary by category and regional zone. Refer to the links below for historical data to assist your study planning.
RRB Technician Grade 1 Cut Off- Click to Check
RRB Technician Grade 3 Cut Off- Click to Check
FAQs
Yes, the official RRB Technician Notification 2026 was released on 29th June 2026.
A total of 6,557 vacancies have been announced for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026.
Yes. Candidates holding a 10+2 qualification in Physics and Mathematics are eligible for Technician Grade III (Signal & Telecom) posts. Other Grade III roles require an ITI/Apprenticeship certificate.
The qualifying threshold for the Grade I and III CBT is 40% for the General category, with designated relaxations available for reserved candidates.
No. Unlike the ALP recruitment, there is no Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for Technician posts. Selection is determined solely by the single-stage CBT score.
The exam is offered in 15 languages: English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages, including Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) and hold a valid ITI Certificate in the required trade.
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