RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Vacancy for 10th, Diploma, and Graduates @indianrailways.gov.in (Rs. 29,200 per month) in India
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the detailed Centralised Employment Notification (CEN 02/2026) for the massive recruitment of Technician Grade-I Signal and various categories of Technician Grade-III. This recruitment drive offers thousands of technical positions across various railway zones in India for eligible candidates seeking a central government career.
Important Points
Organization: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Notification Number: CEN 02/2026
Post Names: Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III
Total Vacancies: 6557 Posts
Job Category: Central Government Jobs
Selection Process: Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification (DV), and Medical Examination (ME)
Vacancy Details for RRB Recruitment 2026
The recruitment is divided into two primary levels based on the 7th CPC pay scale:
Post Category | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Total Vacancies |
Technician Grade-I Signal | Level 5 | Rs. 29,200 | 323 |
Technician Grade-III | Level-2 | Rs. 19,900 | 6234 |
Total | 6557 |
Educational Qualifications for Career Opportunity
Candidates must possess the following qualifications as of the closing date of application:
Technician Grade-I Signal: Bachelor of Science in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation. Alternatively, a Diploma or Degree in Engineering in the specified streams is also acceptable.
Technician Grade-III: Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI from recognized institutions (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trades or Matriculation plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA) in relevant trades.
Technician Grade-III (S&T): For certain categories, a 10+2 qualification with Physics and Mathematics is acceptable.
Age Limit for Recruitment 2026
The age limit is calculated as of July 1, 2026.
Technician Grade-I Signal: 18 to 33 years.
Technician Grade-III: 18 to 30 years.
Age Relaxation: Standard relaxations apply for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC-NCL: 3 years, PwBD: 10-15 years, and Ex-Servicemen).
Application Fee for Vacancy
Category | Fee Amount | Refund Details |
General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 refundable after appearing in CBT |
SC / ST / ExSM / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | Rs. 250 | Full refund after appearing in CBT |
Last Date for Recruitment 2026
Opening date of Online Application: June 30, 2026
Closing date for Submission of Application: July 29, 2026 (23:59 hours)
Last date for fee payment: July 31, 2026
Modification window: August 1, 2026, to August 10, 2026
How to Apply for Jobs
Visit the official portal at rrbapply.gov.in or any of the participating RRB regional websites.
Candidates must first 'Create an Account' by providing valid mobile numbers and email IDs.
Authenticate identity using Aadhaar or other valid photo IDs.
Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and category details.
Upload a scanned copy of the signature and a live photo as per the prescribed specifications.
Pay the applicable examination fee through online payment modes (Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI).
Submit the application and save a copy of the confirmation for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total number of vacancies available in the RRB Technician CEN 02/2026? There are a total of 6557 vacancies, including 323 for Grade-I Signal and 6234 for Grade-III.
What is the starting salary for a Technician Grade-I Signal? The initial pay for Technician Grade-I Signal is Rs. 29,200 per month at Pay Level 5.
Can 10th pass candidates apply for these RRB jobs? Yes, 10th pass candidates with an ITI certificate or CCAA in relevant trades can apply for Technician Grade-III posts.
What is the closing date for the RRB Technician online application? The last date to submit the online application is July 29, 2026.
Is there any negative marking in the RRB Technician CBT? Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3rd of the marks for every incorrect answer in the Computer Based Test.
What is the age limit for Technician Grade-III posts? The age limit for Grade-III posts is 18 to 30 years as of July 1, 2026.
Can engineering graduates apply for the Technician Grade-I Signal post? Yes, candidates with a Degree or Diploma in Engineering in relevant streams are eligible for the Grade-I Signal post.
What is the application fee for SC/ST and female candidates? The application fee is Rs. 250, which is fully refundable after the candidate appears for the CBT.
Is it mandatory to have an Aadhaar card for the application? While identity authentication can be done via alternate IDs, using Aadhaar is strongly advised for smoother verification.
How many RRBs can a candidate apply to for a specific pay level? A candidate must choose only one RRB for a given Pay Level.
What are the selection stages for this recruitment? The recruitment process consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification (DV) and a Medical Examination.