The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), functioning under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released the official notification CEN No. 02/2026 for the recruitment of 6,565 Technician posts across various Railway Recruitment Boards in India.
The online application process will begin on 30th June 2026 and remain open until 29th July 2026. Candidates who meet the required eligibility criteria can submit their applications through the official RRB recruitment portal before the last date.
This article provides complete information regarding vacancy details, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limit, application fee, selection process, important dates, and the online application procedure.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN No. 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 6,565 Posts |
| Qualification | B.Sc., Diploma, Engineering Degree, Matriculation/SSLC with ITI |
| Age Limit | 18–30 Years / 18–33 Years (Post-wise) |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (₹250 for Reserved Categories) |
| Application Start Date | 30th June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29th July 2026 |
RRB Technician Vacancy 2026
Name of Post
Technician
Total Posts
6,565 Posts
Category-wise Vacancy
- Technician Grade-I Signal: 323 Posts
- Technician Grade-III: 6,242 Posts
Vacancies under RRB Guwahati
To be announced.
Pay Scale
Technician Grade-I Signal
- Level-5 (7th CPC)
- Basic Pay: ₹29,200/-
Technician Grade-III
- Level-2 (7th CPC)
- Basic Pay: ₹19,900/-
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Technician Grade-I Signal
Applicants should be 18 to 33 years of age as on 1st July 2026.
Technician Grade-III
Applicants should be 18 to 30 years of age as on 1st July 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Educational Qualification
Technician Grade-I Signal
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized institution:
- B.Sc. in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Instrumentation, or a combination of these subjects.
OR
- Three-Year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant disciplines.
OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in the relevant branch.
Technician Grade-III
Candidates should have:
- Matriculation/SSLC along with ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT in the relevant trade.
OR
- Matriculation/SSLC with Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the prescribed trade.
Applicants are advised to refer to the official notification for the detailed trade-wise qualification requirements.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 |
| Female Candidates | ₹250 |
| Transgender | ₹250 |
| Minority Candidates | ₹250 |
| Economically Backward Class | ₹250 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹500 |
Payment Method
The examination fee can be paid online through:
- UPI
- Net Banking
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next phase of the recruitment process.
RRB Technician Recruitment Helpline
For any technical issues related to the online application, candidates may contact:
Phone
- 9592-001-188
- 0172-565-3333
Support Timing
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
How to Apply Online
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB recruitment portal.
- Open the online application link for Technician Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in all required personal and educational information.
- Upload your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Review the entered information carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 30th June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29th July 2026 |
| CBT Examination Date | To Be Announced |
Conclusion
The RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with ITI, Diploma, Engineering Degree, and Science backgrounds to secure a government job in the Indian Railways. Interested candidates should carefully review the eligibility conditions and complete the online application before 29th July 2026 to avoid last-minute issues.
Important Web-Links of RRB Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Recommended Books | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
