Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 02/2026 inviting online applications for 6,557 RRB Technician vacancies across Indian Railways. The recruitment includes Technician Grade I Signal and 25 categories of Technician Grade III posts in various Railway Zones.
Eligible candidates possessing ITI, Apprenticeship, Diploma (where applicable), or other prescribed qualifications can apply online before the closing date.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 23 May 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 1 August – 10 August 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 11 August – 15 August 2026 |
| CBT Date | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | Level-5 | 323 |
| Technician Grade III (Various Trades) | Level-2 | 6,234 |
| Total | — | 6,557 |
Major Technician Grade III Trades include:
- Fitter
- Welder
- Electrical
- Diesel Mechanical
- Diesel Electrical
- Track Machine
- Bridge
- Carpenter
- Machinist
- Millwright
- Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
- Signal & Telecom
- EMU
- Crane Driver
- Painter
- Blacksmith
- Mechanical Workshop
- Carriage & Wagon
Salary
Technician Grade I Signal
- Pay Level-5
- Initial Basic Pay: ₹29,200/month
Technician Grade III
- Pay Level-2
- Initial Basic Pay: ₹19,900/month
In addition to basic pay, employees receive:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical Benefits
- Pension (NPS)
- Railway Pass
- Other Central Government allowances
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
Technician Grade I Signal
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 33 Years
Technician Grade III
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 30 Years
Age relaxation is available for:
- SC/ST
- OBC (NCL)
- Ex-Servicemen
- PwBD
- Railway Employees
- Widowed/Divorced Women
- Apprentices (where applicable)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification on or before 29 July 2026.
Depending on the post, qualifications include:
- Matriculation (10th)
- ITI
- Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA)
- Engineering Diploma (only where specifically prescribed)
Candidates awaiting final results are NOT eligible to apply.
Trade-wise educational qualifications are available in Annexure-A of the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/ExSM/EBC/Minority | ₹250 |
Candidates appearing in CBT are eligible for fee refund as per RRB rules.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
Negative marking:
- 1/3 mark deducted for every wrong answer.
Medical Standards
Different posts require different medical standards such as:
- A3
- B1
- B2
- C1
Candidates should carefully verify the medical standards applicable to the post before applying.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should:
- Visit the official RRB website of their chosen Railway Recruitment Board.
- Create/Login to their account.
- Fill in the online application.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application before 29 July 2026.
Required Documents
- Recent Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar Card
- 10th Certificate
- ITI/Apprenticeship Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
Why Join Indian Railways?
- Permanent Government Job
- Attractive Salary
- Job Security
- Medical Facilities
- Pension Benefits
- Promotions
- Travel Privileges
- Housing & Other Government Benefits
Important Instructions
- Apply for only one RRB per pay level.
- Multiple applications for the same pay level will be rejected.
- Keep your mobile number and email active throughout the recruitment process.
- Candidates must meet all eligibility criteria before the closing date.
Useful Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| RRB Technician 2026 official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply for RRB Technician 2026 | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6,557 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 29 July 2026.
Q3. What is the salary of Technician Grade III?
The initial basic pay is ₹19,900 per month under Level-2 of the 7th CPC.
Q4. What is the salary of Technician Grade I Signal?
The initial basic pay is ₹29,200 per month under Level-5.
Q5. Is there negative marking?
Yes. 1/3 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the CBT.
Q6. Can Diploma holders apply?
Only for posts where Diploma is specifically prescribed. Otherwise, ITI/CCAA qualifications are mandatory.
Q7. What is the selection process?
Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.