RRB Technician Recruitment 2026: Official Notification for 6565 Posts, Dates & Eligibility

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the short notification for the 2026-27 recruitment cycle, inviting applications for 6,565 Technician positions. This hiring drive covers both Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3 roles across various railway zones, offering a stable career path in the Indian Railways.

RRB Technician 2026 Exam Summary

Important Dates and Vacancy Distribution

Aspiring candidates should note that the online portal opens on 30 June 2026 and concludes on 29 July 2026. Given the large volume of applicants, it is advisable to register well before the 11:59 pm deadline on the final day.

How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official portal at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ once registration opens.
2. Create an account using your basic details, including Name, Date of Birth, Email, Mobile Number, and Aadhaar Card.
3. Verify your registration via the OTPs sent to your mobile and email.
4. Log in using your generated credentials and select CEN No. 02/2026.
5. Choose your preferred RRB Zone carefully.
6. Input your educational qualifications and upload the required documents (photo, signature, certificates) in the specified format.
7. Pay the application fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
8. Review all entered data and submit the form, keeping a printout of the confirmation page for your records.

Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process

Selection Stages

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

Nationality Eligibility

• A citizen of India, Nepal, or Bhutan.
• Tibetan refugees settled before Jan 1, 1962.
• Persons of Indian origin migrated from specified countries for permanent settlement.

Preparation Resources

• View detailed RRB Technician Salary structures
• RRB Technician Grade 1 Cut-Off Marks – Access Now
• RRB Technician Grade 3 Cut-Off Marks – Access Now
• RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: Notification Released for 11,127 Vacancies