Railway Recruitment Boards — CEN 02/2026
RRB Technician
Recruitment 2026
6565 Vacancies 🚂Apply: 30 Jun – 29 Jul 2026
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 — Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notification CEN No. 02/2026 for 6,565 vacancies across Technician Grade I Signal (323 posts) and Technician Grade III (6,242 posts). Applications open 30 June 2026 and close 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) at rrbapply.gov.in. 10th + ITI pass candidates are eligible for Grade III posts.
Posts
Tech Grade I SignalTech Grade IIIPay Scale
Grade I Signal: Level 5 — ₹29,200/month | Grade III: Level 2 — ₹19,900/month (7th CPC)
About RRB (Railway Recruitment Board)
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) operate under the Ministry of Railways and are responsible for recruiting non-gazetted Railway staff across India. CEN 02/2026 is a centralised notification covering all regional RRBs and fills 6,565 Technician posts — 323 for Grade I Signal and 6,242 for Grade III across various trades like Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Electronics, and Signal & Telecommunication. Railway Technician posts offer permanent central government employment with job security, railway pass benefits, pension, and structured promotions.
📅Application opens 30 June 2026 — Last Date 29 July 2026
Detailed CEN to be published on RRB websites on 29 June 2026
📅 Set ReminderRRB Technician 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Short Notice Released | 23 May 2026 |
| Detailed CEN Published | 29 June 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| CBT Exam (indicative) | As per RRB schedule (2026–27) |
RRB Technician 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 323 | Level 5 | ₹29,200/- |
| Technician Grade III | 6,242 | Level 2 | ₹19,900/- |
| Total (All RRBs) | 6,565 | | |
* Vacancy count is tentative as per short notice CEN 02/2026. Final figures in detailed notification on 29 June 2026.
RRB Technician 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|
| Tech Grade I Signal | B.Sc. (Physics / Electronics / CS / IT / Instrumentation) OR Degree/Diploma in Engineering (ECE / CS / IT / Electrical) from recognised institution | 18–36 Years |
| Tech Grade III | 10th Pass (Matriculation) + ITI from NCVT/SCVT in relevant trade OR Act Apprenticeship in the concerned trade | 18–33 Years |
Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC-NCL +3 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen as per rules. Age reckoning date as per detailed CEN.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹500/- (₹400 refunded on appearing in CBT) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PwBD / Female / Minority / EBC | ₹250/- (fully refunded on appearing in CBT) |
RRB Technician 2026 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 90 minutes. Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer. No CBAT for Technician posts.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — 100 questions, 90 minutes
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (Medical Standard B-1 and others as notified)
Eligibility Quick Check
🎯Am I Eligible for RRB Technician 2026?
Grade III Min. Qual.
10th + ITI
Grade I Signal
BSc / Diploma
👍 Good For
- ✓10th + ITI holders (Electrician, Fitter, Welder, etc.)
- ✓B.Sc / Diploma / Degree in ECE, CS, IT, Electrical
- ✓Act Apprentices in relevant trades
👎 Not Suitable For
- ✗8th/10th pass without ITI for Grade III
- ✗Above 33 years (Grade III, unreserved)
✅ Pre-Application Checklist
Tick each step as you complete it before the application deadline
💰 Salary Breakdown — 7th Pay Commission
🚂 Technician Grade I Signal — Level 5
Basic Pay₹29,200/mo
DA (53%)₹15,476/mo
HRA + TA~₹8,000/mo
Approx. Gross~₹50,000/mo
🔧 Technician Grade III — Level 2
Basic Pay₹19,900/mo
DA (53%)₹10,547/mo
HRA + TA~₹5,500/mo
Approx. Gross~₹34,000/mo
Approximate only. Actual gross includes DA, HRA (city-based), Transport Allowance, and NPS deduction applies.
📊 Competition Analysis
📊
Estimated Competition Level
Very High
RRB Technician Grade III attracts 50–80 lakh applicants. 10th + ITI = one of the lowest entry barriers for a Railway job. Previous cycle saw 15,000+ applicants per vacancy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
QWhat is the last date to apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
AThe last date to apply online is 29 July 2026 at 11:59 PM. The application portal opens on 30 June 2026 at rrbapply.gov.in.
QHow many vacancies are announced in RRB Technician 2026?
AA total of 6,565 vacancies — 323 for Technician Grade I Signal and 6,242 for Technician Grade III posts across all regional Railway Recruitment Boards.
QWhat is the qualification for RRB Technician Grade III?
ACandidates must have passed 10th (Matriculation) and hold an ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT in a relevant trade such as Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Electronic Mechanic, etc. Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade is also accepted.
QWhat is the qualification for RRB Technician Grade I Signal?
ACandidates need a B.Sc. degree in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation, OR a Degree/Diploma in Engineering in Electronics, CS, IT, Electrical, or allied disciplines from a recognised institution.
QWhat is the selection process for RRB Technician 2026?
ASelection consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) with 100 questions in 90 minutes, followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination. There is no Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for Technician posts.
QWhat is the application fee for RRB Technician 2026?
AFee is ₹500 for General/OBC-NCL/EWS (₹400 refunded on appearing in CBT) and ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/PwBD/Female/Minority/EBC (fully refunded on appearing in CBT).
