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RRB Technician Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 6557 Vacancies, Notification Out (CEN 02/2026)
Great news for railway job aspirants! The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 02/2026 for the recruitment of Technicians. If you are looking to secure a stable and prestigious government job in Indian Railways, this is a prime opportunity.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 6,557 vacancies across India for the positions of Technician Grade-I Signal and various categories of Technician Grade-III.
Below is a complete breakdown of the recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, important dates, the selection process, and application steps.
RRB Technician Notification 2026: Quick Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Recruitment Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Notification No. | CEN 02/2026 |
| Post Names | Technician Grade-I Signal & Technician Grade-III |
| Total Vacancies | 6,557 Posts (Grade-I: 323, Grade-III: 6,234) |
| Job Location | Anywhere across Indian Railway Zones |
| Application Mode | Online Only via Official RRB Websites |
| Application Dates | June 30, 2026, to July 29, 2026 |
Important Dates
To ensure you don’t miss out, make sure to keep track of these essential recruitment dates:
- Opening Date for Online Applications: June 30, 2026
- Closing Date for Submission: July 29, 2026 (23:59 hrs)
- Last Date for Application Fee Payment: July 31, 2026 (23:59 hrs)
- Application Modification Window: August 1, 2026, to August 10, 2026
Salary and Pay Structure
The salary for Indian Railway Technicians is governed by the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC):
- Technician Grade-I Signal (Pay Level-5): Initial basic pay of Rs. 29,200/- per month plus applicable railway allowances.
- Technician Grade-III (Pay Level-2): Initial basic pay of Rs. 19,900/- per month plus applicable allowances.
Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?
1. Age Limit (As of July 1, 2026)
- Technician Grade-I Signal: 18 to 33 Years.
- Technician Grade-III: 18 to 30 Years.
Age Relaxation Rules:
- SC & ST Candidates: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 Years
- PwBD Candidates: 10 to 15 Years (depending on community)
2. Educational Qualifications (As of July 29, 2026)
Candidates must possess the final passing certificates on or before the closing date:
- Technician Grade-I Signal: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Instrumentation; OR a 3-year Diploma/Degree in Engineering in these core streams.
- Technician Grade-III: Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI from recognized NCVT/SCVT institutions in the specific trade required; OR Matriculation plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA).
- Note for 10+2 Students: Candidates who have passed 10+2 with Physics and Maths are eligible exclusively for the Technician Grade-III (S&T) post.
Application Fee Structure
The examination fee varies based on the category and is partially or fully refundable upon appearing for the exam:
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400 will be refunded after deducting bank charges upon appearing in the CBT).
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC: Rs. 250/- (Rs. 250 will be fully refunded after appearing in the CBT).
Selection Process
The RRB Technician recruitment process involves three definitive stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Separate single-stage objective-type online exams will be conducted for each Pay Level.
- Grade-I Signal Syllabus: General Awareness, Reasoning, Basics of Computers, Mathematics, and Basic Science & Engineering.
- Grade-III Syllabus: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness.
- Negative Marking: There is a penalty of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect answer.
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates will be called for document verification in a 1:1 ratio based on their CBT merit scores.
- Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates must pass the requisite medical and visual fitness tests conducted by the Railway Administration.
How to Apply Online for RRB Technician 2026
Follow these user-friendly steps to secure your application:
- Visit the centralized website or visit https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
- Click on the registration link for CEN 02/2026.
- Select “Create an Account” and enter your basic details like name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID. If you already created an account in recent 2024–2026 RRB recruitment cycles, use those existing credentials to log in.
- Authenticate your identity seamlessly using DigiLocker or your valid identity details to speed up verification at the exam center.
- Fill out the application form, state your chosen RRB, and choose your post preferences.
- Capture your live photograph directly via your webcam or mobile camera as required by the module.
- Upload your scanned signature (written in running cursive handwriting with black ink on white paper, file size 30 KB–49 KB).
- Pay the applicable examination fee online and download your application confirmation printout.
