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RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Detailed Notification PDF Out – Apply Online for 6557 Posts
Railway Recruitment Boards have released the detailed notification for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 02/2026. Eligible candidates can apply online for Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III posts from 30 June 2026 to 29 July 2026.
Latest Update: The earlier short notice mentioned 6,565 vacancies, but the latest detailed
CEN 02/2026 notification confirms 6,557 total vacancies. Candidates should follow the latest
detailed notification only.
Notification
CEN 02/2026
Total Posts
6557
Apply Start
30 June 2026
Last Date
29 July 2026
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Board | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Notification Number | CEN No. 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III |
| Total Vacancies | 6557 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Central Government Railway Job |
| Official Apply Portal | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Technician 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice | 23 May 2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 30 June 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 29 July 2026 up to 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 July 2026 up to 23:59 hrs |
| Application Correction Window | 01 August 2026 to 10 August 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission Window | 11 August 2026 to 15 August 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified later |
RRB Technician 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Medical Standard | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | Level 5 | B1 | 323 |
| Technician Grade-III | Level 2 | A3 / B1 / B2 / C1 as per post | 6234 |
| Grand Total | - | - | 6557 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Summary
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 120 | 50 | 37 | 84 | 32 | 323 |
| Technician Grade-III | 2608 | 959 | 560 | 1481 | 626 | 6234 |
| Grand Total | 2728 | 1009 | 597 | 1565 | 658 | 6557 |
Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit as on 01.07.2026 |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 18 to 33 Years |
| Technician Grade-III | 18 to 30 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD and other eligible categories as per government rules. Candidates should read the official detailed notification before applying.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational / technical qualification for the selected post on or before 29 July 2026. Candidates waiting for final results of the required qualification should not apply.
- Technician Grade-I Signal: Relevant higher technical qualification such as Diploma / Degree / B.Sc. as per post requirement.
- Technician Grade-III: Matriculation / SSLC with ITI / Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade as per notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund After CBT |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates except concession categories | ₹500 | ₹400 refund after appearing in CBT, after bank charges |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 refund after appearing in CBT, after bank charges |
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CBT Exam Pattern
Technician Grade-I Signal CBT Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Intelligence and 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 CBT Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
CBT duration is 90 minutes. There will be negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.
How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official RRB application portal.
- Create an account or login using your registered details.
- Select CEN No. 02/2026 Technician Categories.
- Choose the correct RRB and post / pay level carefully.
- Fill the online application form with correct details.
- Upload required documents, photo and signature as per instructions.
- Pay the application fee through online mode.
- Submit the application and save the confirmation page for future use.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| RRB Technician CEN 02/2026 Detailed Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online Portal | Click Here |
| Official RRB Websites List | Click Here |
Important: Candidates should apply only through official RRB websites / official RRB application portal.
Do not trust fake websites or unofficial payment links.
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