📊 Quick Info Overview
📅 Important Dates
📢 Vacancy Breakdown
💳 Application Fee
🎯 Selection Process
- Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Stage 2: Document Verification
- Stage 3: Medical Examination
Overview
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways have announced the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026) to fill 6,565 Technician vacancies across India for Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts. The applications are invited online from 30-06-2026 to 29-07-2026.
Key Highlights
- Total Posts: 6,565 (Technician Grade I Signal - 323 posts, Technician Grade III - 6,242 posts)
- Pay Level: Technician Grade I Signal - Level 5, Technician Grade III - Level 2
- Pay Scale: ₹29,200/- for Grade I, ₹19,900/- for Grade III
- Age Limit: 18-36 years for Grade I Signal and 18-33 years for Grade III
- Application Mode: Online only
- Official Website: www.rrbcdg.gov.in and regional RRB websites
Vacancy Details
- Technician Grade I Signal: 323 Posts
- Technician Grade III: 6,242 Posts
Eligibility
- Technician Grade I Signal: B.Sc. in Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/IT/Instrumentation or Degree/Diploma in Engineering in relevant disciplines from a recognized institute.
- Technician Grade III: 10th pass (Matriculation) with ITI (NCVT/SCVT) certificate in the relevant trade or Act Apprenticeship training.
- Candidates must meet prescribed medical standards and Indian citizenship norms.
- Age relaxations as per Government of India rules apply for reserved categories.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 2026-05-23
- Application Start Date: 2026-06-30
- Application Last Date: 2026-07-29 (23:59 hrs)
- CBT Exam Dates: March 06, 09, 10 & 13, 2026 (as per revised schedule)
Application Fee
Please refer to the official notification for detailed fee structure applicable for General, OBC, SC/ST, Women and PwD candidates.
How to Apply
- Visit your regional RRB website via the official portal https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in.
- Register with basic details like name, mobile number, and email id.
- Login and fill the online application form for the desired post and pay level (only one RRB and one pay level per candidate).
- Upload necessary documents, photograph, and signature as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Submit the form and take a printout for reference.
Selection Process
- Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Stage 2: Document Verification
- Stage 3: Medical Examination
Note: There is no Computer Based Aptitude Test for Technician posts.
Candidates can also check Railway Jobs 2026 and Check Latest Results on our portal. Preparation resources such as Download Syllabus PDF and Download Admit Card are also available. For other opportunities, visit Latest Govt Jobs 2026.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026)? +
It is a recruitment drive by Railway Recruitment Boards for 6565 Technician posts including Grade I Signal and Grade III across India for 2026-27.
How many vacancies are there? +
There are 6565 total vacancies; 323 for Technician Grade I Signal and 6242 for Technician Grade III.
What are the important dates? +
Online application starts on 30 June 2026 and ends on 29 July 2026 at 23:59 hrs. The notification date is 23 May 2026.
What is the eligibility criteria? +
Technician Grade I Signal requires a B.Sc. or Engineering degree/diploma. Technician Grade III requires 10th pass with ITI or Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade.
What is the age limit? +
18-36 years for Grade I Signal and 18-33 years for Grade III with age relaxation as per government rules.
What is the selection process? +
Selection involves Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
How to apply? +
Apply online at the official RRB regional websites through https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in during the application window.
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