The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially confirmed the RRB Technician Exam Date 2026 for 6,557 vacancies across Grade 1 and Grade 3 positions. All registered candidates can now access the official examination schedule and key recruitment details.
The Railway Recruitment Board has released the official RRB Technician Exam Date 2026 for applicants under CEN 02/2026. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) for Technician Grade I and Grade III roles is scheduled to take place from October 6 to October 9, 2026. Stay updated on shift timings, admit card release, and exam guidelines below.
Official RRB Technician Exam Schedule 2026
As per the latest notification, the RRB Technician CBT 2026 is confirmed for 6 to 9 October 2026. Candidates will be able to view their specific exam city and date, as well as access the Travel Authority for eligible SC/ST candidates, approximately 10 days prior to the examination.
The e-Call Letter (Admit Card) will be available for download on regional RRB websites roughly 4 days before each candidate's assigned test date. Keep checking this page for real-time updates and direct links.
Also Read: RRB Technician Answer Key 2026 Latest Updates
| RRB Technician 2026 Exam Schedule |
|
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31st July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 1st to 10th August 2026 |
| Application Status | Released |
| City Intimation |
Released
|
| Admit Card | 2nd October 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th October 2026 |
Check RRB Technician City Intimation Slip 2026 Here
Railway Technician Examination Shift Timings
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Start Time | Exam End Time |
| Shift 1 | 7:30 AM | 9:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Shift 2 | 11:15 AM | 12:45 PM | 2:15 PM |
| Shift 3 | 3:00 PM | 4:30 PM | 6:00 PM |
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026: Exam Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Authority |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
|
| Notification Number |
CEN No. 02/2026
|
| Post Name |
Technician Grade 1 Signal & Technician Grade 3
|
| Total Vacancies | Technician Grade I: 323 Technician Grade III: 6234 |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | 6th to 9th October 2026 |
| Pay Level | For Grade 1: Level 5 For Grade 3: Level 2 |
| Initial Salary | Grade 1: ₹29,200/- Grade 3: ₹19,900/- |
| Selection Process |
CBT, Document Verification & Medical Test
|
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
Download RRB Technician Notification 2026 PDF
Candidates are encouraged to thoroughly review the official notification. The document outlines crucial details regarding eligibility, vacancy distribution, age relaxations, pay scales, and the comprehensive selection process. You can download the official RRB Technician Notification 2026 PDF via the link below.
Download Official RRB Technician 2026 Notification (CEN 02/2026)
Total RRB Technician Vacancies 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board has announced a total of 6,565 technician posts for the 2026 cycle. This includes 323 openings for Technician Grade I Signal and 6,242 for Technician Grade III. This is a significant career opportunity for technical professionals in the Indian Railways.
| Name of Posts | Total Vacancies |
| RBB Technician Grade I Signal | 323 |
| RBB Technician Grade III | 6234 |
| Total Grade 1 and 3 Vacancies | 6557 |
Breakdown of Regional Vacancies
| S. No. | Post Name | Level (7th CPC) | Medical Standard | Vacancies |
| 1 | Technician Grade I Signal | 5 | B1 | 323 |
| 2 | Technician Grade III Track Machine | 2 | A3 | 172 |
| 3 | Technician Grade III Blacksmith | 2 | B1 | 306 |
| 4 | Technician Grade III Bridge | 2 | B1 | 34 |
| 5 | Technician Grade III Carriage and Wagon | 2 | B1 | 501 |
| 6 | Technician Grade III Diesel Electrical | 2 | B1 | 206 |
| 7 | Technician Grade III Diesel Mechanical | 2 | B1 | 346 |
| 8 | Technician Grade III Electrical / TRS | 2 | B1 | 268 |
| 9 | Technician Grade III Electrical (GS) | 2 | B1 | 329 |
| 10 | Technician Grade III Electrical (TRD) | 2 | B1 | 152 |
| 11 | Technician Grade III EMU | 2 | B1 | 147 |
| 12 | Technician Grade III Fitter (OL) | 2 | B1 | 469 |
| 13 | Technician Grade III Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | 2 | B1 | 162 |
| 14 | Technician Grade III Signal & Telecommunication (S&T) | 2 | B1 | 320 |
| 15 | Technician Grade III Welder (OL) | 2 | B1 | 150 |
| 16 | Technician Grade III Crane Driver | 2 | B2 | 13 |
| 17 | Technician Grade III Carpenter (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 229 |
| 18 | Technician Grade III Electrical (PU & WS) | 2 | C1 | 128 |
| 19 | Technician Grade III Fitter (PU & WS) | 2 | C1 | 1,109 |
| 20 | Technician Grade III Machinist (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 123 |
| 21 | Technician Grade III Mechanical (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 193 |
| 22 | Technician Grade III Millwright | 2 | C1 | 170 |
| 23 | Technician Grade III Painter (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 77 |
| 24 | Technician Grade III Trimmer (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 46 |
| 25 | Technician Grade III Welder (PU & WS) | 2 | C1 | 584 |
| Total | – | – | – | 6,557 |
Year-over-Year Vacancy Comparison
| Particulars | CEN 02/2025 | CEN 02/2026 | Change |
| Total Vacancies | 6,238 | 6,557 | +319 |
| Technician Grade I Signal | 183 | 323 | +140 |
| Technician Grade III | 6,055 | 6,234 | +179 |
Required Eligibility for Technician Grade 1 & 3
To qualify for the RRB Technician recruitment, applicants must adhere to specific national, age, and academic benchmarks set by the board.
Nationality Requirements
Applicants must fulfill the citizenship criteria as prescribed by Indian Railway recruitment guidelines.
- A citizen of India
- A citizen of Nepal or Bhutan
- A Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before 1st January 1962 to settle permanently
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from specific countries (such as Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Kenya, etc.) to settle in India permanently.
Age Limits (as of July 1, 2026)
Age bracket: 18–33 years for Grade I and 18–30 years for Grade III. Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories in accordance with current government policies.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| PWD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) |
10 years + relaxation applicable for the respective category
|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (with more than 6 months of service after attestation) |
Length of Defence service + 3 years
|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Candidates who are serving in Group ‘C’, erstwhile Group ‘D’, Casual Labour, or Substitutes with 3 years’ service |
UR – 40 years, OBC-NCL – 43 years, SC/ST – 45 years
|
| Candidates domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir between 01.01.1980 and 31.12.1989 | 5 years |
Educational Qualification Criteria
| Post |
Required Qualification
|
| Technician Grade 1 (Signal) |
– B.Sc. in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation
– OR B.Sc. in any combination of these subjects – OR 3-year Engineering Diploma in these subjects – OR Degree in Engineering in any of the above subjects |
| Technician Grade 3 |
– 10th pass (Matriculation/SSLC) + ITI in relevant trades like Forger, Foundryman, Pattern Maker, Moulder (Refractory) from NCVT/SCVT recognised institutions
– OR 10th pass + Apprenticeship in related trades |
Medical Standards for 2026 Recruitment
All candidates must meet the essential medical fitness requirements for their specific Grade I or Grade III post. Medical compliance is a mandatory prerequisite for final selection. Please review the specific medical benchmarks for 2026 in the official guidelines.
| Sl. No. | Medical Standard | General Fitness |
Vision Standards
|
| 1 | A-3 | Physically fit in all respects |
• Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (lens power ≤ 2D)
• Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses • Must pass Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Mesopic Vision tests |
| 2 | B-1 | Physically fit in all respects |
• Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (lens power ≤ 4D)
• Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close work • Must pass Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Mesopic Vision tests |
| 3 | B-2 | Physically fit in all respects |
• Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (lens power ≤ 4D)
• Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close work • Must pass Binocular Vision test |
| 4 | C-1 | Physically fit in all respects |
• Distant Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses
• Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close work |
Salary Structure: RRB Technician Grade 1 & 3
Successful recruits will earn a starting basic pay of ₹29,200 (Grade I) and ₹19,900 (Grade III). These figures are supplemented by various government allowances and employee benefits, resulting in a competitive total compensation package.
| No. | Post | Pay Level in 7th CPC | Initial Pay (Rs.) |
| 1 | Technician Grade-I Signal | Level 5 | 29,200 |
| 2 | Technician Grade III | Level 2 | 19,900 |
Recruitment & Selection Process
The selection process for RRB Technician posts comprises several critical stages designed to evaluate candidate proficiency.
| Stage | Process | Details |
| 1 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) | Objective Test of 100 marks – Merit Making |
| 2 | Document Verification (DV) |
Verification of identity, education, category, and eligibility documents
|
| 3 | Medical Examination |
Medical fitness test as per prescribed railway medical standards (A-3, B-1, B-2, C-1 as applicable)
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| 4 | Final Merit List |
Prepared based on CBT performance and successful DV & Medical clearance
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Click here to view: Detailed RRB Technician Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Understanding the 2026 CBT Pattern
The CBT structure differs between Grade 1 Signal and Grade 3 posts. It is vital to understand the question distribution, marking scheme, and total duration to ensure thorough preparation.
Technician Grade I Examination Pattern
The Grade I CBT is an objective test featuring 100 questions (100 marks) over a 90-minute duration. Please note the negative marking policy of 1/3rd for incorrect responses.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | 90 Minutes(120 Minutes for PwBD candidates) |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 | |
| Basics of Computers and Applications | 20 | 20 | |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | |
| Basic Science and Engineering | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | – |
Technician Grade III Examination Pattern
The Grade III CBT also consists of 100 objective-type questions in 90 minutes with 1/3rd negative marking. Note that the 'Basic Computers and Applications' section is excluded from the Grade III paper.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | 90 Minutes(120 Minutes for PwBD candidates) |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Science | 40 | 40 | |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 Min (120 Minutes for PwBD candidates) |
RRB Technician Syllabus 2026 Breakdown
All applicants should thoroughly review the syllabus for their respective Technician Grade 1 or 3 trade to align their study plan with the official curriculum.
Grade 1 & 3 Syllabus Overview
| Subject | Topics covered |
| General Awareness |
Current national & international events, sports, culture, Indian geography, economic scene, general policy, scientific research
|
| Mathematics |
Number systems, BODMAS, decimals, fractions, LCM & HCF, ratio & proportion, percentages, mensuration, time & work, time & distance, simple & compound interest, profit & loss, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, elementary statistics
|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
Analogies, alphabetical & number series, coding & decoding, mathematical operations, relationships, syllogism, Venn diagram, data interpretation, classification, directions, statement & conclusions
|
| Basic Science and Engineering |
Basic electronics, digital techniques, data communication & networks, signal & telecom fundamentals, microprocessors, computer basics
|
| General Science (For Grade 3 Only) |
Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences- up to Class 10 standard
|
Languages for the Technician CBT
The examination will be provided in English, Hindi, and 13 other regional languages to accommodate candidates nationwide.
- Assamese
- Bengali
- Gujarati
- Kannada
- Konkani
- Malayalam
- Manipuri
- Marathi
- Odia
- Punjabi
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Urdu
Application Portal Status
The online application period for the 2026 Technician recruitment is now concluded. Applications submitted through non-official channels were not processed.
Application Status: Registration Closed
Application Fee Details
- Other Categories: Rs. 500/- (Out of this fee of Rs 500/-, an amount of Rs 400/- shall be refunded after CBT).
- For SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PWDs/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backwards Classes: Rs. 250/- (Complete fee shall be refunded after CBT).
Application Process Guide
Refer to the following steps for guidance on completing the application process.
- Visit the official RRB application portal.
- Complete the registration process.
- Log in using the registration credentials.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page.
Official Regional Websites
| RRB Zone | Website |
| Ahmedabad | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Mumbai | www.rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| Chennai | www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Prayagraj | www.rrbald.gov.in |
| Patna | www.rrbpatna.gov.in |
| Guwahati | www.rrbguwahati.gov.in |
| Bhopal | www.rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| Kolkata | www.rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Bilaspur | www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| Thiruvananthapuram |
www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in
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| Chandigarh |
www.rrbcdg.gov.in
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| Ajmer |
www.rrbajmer.gov.in
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| Muzaffarpur |
www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in
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| Gorakhpur |
www.rrbgkp.gov.in
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| Bengaluru |
www.rrbbnc.gov.in
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| Ranchi |
www.rrbranchi.gov.in
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| Jammu-Srinagar |
www.rrbjammu.nic.in
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| Bhubaneswar |
www.rrbbbs.gov.in
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| Siliguri |
www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in
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| Malda |
www.rrbmalda.gov.in
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Effective Exam Preparation Strategies
- Understand the post-wise syllabus and exam pattern. Both are slightly different for Grade 1 and 3 posts.
- Pick topics and allot time according to your weaknesses and strengths.
- The difficulty level of the CBT is generally easy to moderate, but the cut-off might go high due to high competition, so prepare with a safe margin.
- Solve as many questions as you can, including Mock Tests and PYQs.
- Target above your previous year category-wise cut-off marks.
- Keep your original documents ready for the Document Verification day.