The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially announced the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 02/2026. A massive total of 6,557 vacancies have been released for Technician Grade 1 Signal and Technician Grade 3 posts across various regional railway zones. Candidates looking to build a career in Indian Railways can review the comprehensive recruitment details, including important dates, eligibility criteria, application fees, exam patterns, and syllabus below.
You can also access the direct official notification download here: RRB Technician Notification 2026 PDF (CEN 02/2026) Download.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Highlights
An overview of the essential details concerning the ongoing recruitment drive is tabulated below:
| 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 | To be Notified |
| 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 |
Important Dates
Candidates must keep track of the following timeline for online application, corrections, and examination phases:
| 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 | TBA |
| City Intimation | 10 days before exam date |
| Admit Card | 4 days before exam date |
| CBT Exam Date | To be Announced |
Vacancy Distribution and Comparison
The recruitment features 6,557 positions split between Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts.
| Name of Posts | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| RBB Technician Grade I Signal | 323 |
| RBB Technician Grade III | 6234 |
| Total Grade 1 and 3 Vacancies | 6557 |
| 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 |
Zone-Wise Post Breakdown
| 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 |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must fulfill the nationality, age limit, educational qualification, and medical standards specified by the recruitment board.
Nationality Eligibility Categories
- 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 & Relaxations
The age limits as of 1st July 2026 are:
- Technician Grade 1: 18 to 33 years
- Technician Grade 3: 18 to 30 years
Age Relaxation Categories
- 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
| 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 Qualifications
- 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
| 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
| 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 |
Application Fee and Refund Policy
- Other Categories: Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400/- refundable after appearing in the CBT)
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PWDs/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backwards Classes: Rs. 250/- (Fully refundable after appearing in the CBT)
Salary Structure
| 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 |
Selection Process
| 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) |
| 4 | Final Merit List | Prepared based on CBT performance and successful DV & Medical clearance |
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The online computer-based test comprises 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks. The negative marking is 1/3rd mark for each incorrect response. Exam duration is 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates).
Technician Grade I Exam Pattern
| 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 Exam Pattern
| 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) |
Exam Medium Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Assamese
- Bengali
- Gujarati
- Kannada
- Konkani
- Malayalam
- Manipuri
- Marathi
- Odia
- Punjabi
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Urdu
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 |
For deeper topic breakdown, read our RRB Technician Syllabus and Exam Pattern in Detail!
How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026
- 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.
Preparation Tips & Next Steps
- 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.
To check your preparedness, Attempt RRB Technician Mock Test today.
RRB Regional Official 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 |
| Chandigarh | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Ajmer | www.rrbajmer.gov.in |
| Muzaffarpur | www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in |
| Gorakhpur | www.rrbgkp.gov.in |
| Bengaluru | www.rrbbnc.gov.in |
| Ranchi | www.rrbranchi.gov.in |
| Jammu-Srinagar | www.rrbjammu.nic.in |
| Bhubaneswar | www.rrbbbs.gov.in |
| Siliguri | www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in |
| Malda | www.rrbmalda.gov.in |