The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), functioning under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has published the official employment notification CEN No. 02/2026 for the recruitment of Technician posts across various Railway Recruitment Boards in India. A total of 6565 vacancies have been announced for eligible candidates.
The online application process commenced on 30 June 2026 and will remain open until 29 July 2026. Candidates interested in building a career with Indian Railways can review the complete eligibility conditions, pay scale, application procedure, selection process, and other important details provided below.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement Number | CEN No. 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 6565 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Organization | Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Job Location | Across India |
Vacancy Details
Post-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade-III | 6242 |
| Total | 6565 |
Vacancies under RRB Guwahati: Details will be notified separately.
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive salary and allowances as per the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | Level-5 | ₹29,200/- |
| Technician Grade-III | Level-2 | ₹19,900/- |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
The age criteria for different posts are as follows:
Technician Grade-I Signal
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
- Age calculation date: 1 July 2026
Technician Grade-III
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age calculation date: 1 July 2026
Age Relaxation
Candidates belonging to reserved categories are eligible for upper age relaxation as per government norms.
| 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
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualifications for the respective posts.
Technician Grade-I Signal
Applicants must have any one of the following qualifications from a recognized institution:
Option 1
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in:
- Physics
- Electronics
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Instrumentation
or a combination of these subjects.
Option 2
Three-year Diploma in Engineering in any of the above disciplines or their combinations.
Option 3
Engineering Degree in any of the above disciplines or combinations thereof.
Technician Grade-III
Candidates should possess:
- Matriculation/SSLC or equivalent qualification, along with
- ITI certificate recognized by NCVT/SCVT in the relevant trade,
OR
- Matriculation/SSLC along with completion of Act Apprenticeship training in the prescribed trade.
Note: Candidates are advised to refer to Annexure-A of the official notification for detailed trade-wise eligibility criteria.
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the examination fee according to their category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 |
| Female Candidates | ₹250 |
| Transgender Candidates | ₹250 |
| Minority Communities | ₹250 |
| Economically Backward Class | ₹250 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹500 |
Payment Methods
The application fee can be paid online using:
- UPI
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- Other online payment gateways
Selection Procedure
The recruitment process for RRB Technician posts consists of the following stages:
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Candidates will appear for a computer-based examination covering the prescribed syllabus.
Stage 2: Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of educational and personal documents.
Stage 3: Medical Examination
Candidates must qualify the medical fitness standards prescribed by Indian Railways.
Helpdesk Information
Applicants facing technical issues during the application process may contact the official support team.
- Helpline Number: 9592-001-188
- Alternate Number: 0172-565-3333
- Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
- Support Timing: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB recruitment portal.
- Locate the “Important Web Links” section.
- Click on the “Online Application Form” link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Fill in all required personal and educational information carefully.
- Upload your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Review all details and submit the application form.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Online Application | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 29 July 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be announced |
Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the closing date and regularly visit the official RRB website for updates regarding examination schedules and admit cards.
Important Web-Links of RRB Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Recommended Books | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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