Huge Opportunity: RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 – Apply Now for 6,565 Railway Posts

By JV Team

Published On:

RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 for 6,565 Railway Posts

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially announced the RRB Technician CEN 02/2026 Online Form recruitment drive. With 6,565 Technician vacancies available across India, eligible candidates can apply online through the respective RRB websites from 30 June 2026.

This recruitment offers a golden opportunity for ITI, Diploma, Engineering, and Science graduates to secure a Central Government job in Indian Railways.

RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 – Overview

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationRailway Recruitment Boards
Notification No.CEN 02/2026
Post NameTechnician Grade I Signal & Technician Grade III
Total Vacancies6,565 (Tentative)
Job CategoryRailway Jobs / Central Government Jobs
Application ModeOnline
Pay LevelLevel 5 & Level 2 (7th CPC)
Official WebsiteRRB Official Portal

Important Dates

EventDate
Indicative Notice Released23 May 2026
Online Application Start Date30 June 2026
Last Date to Apply29 July 2026 (11:59 PM)
CBT Exam Schedule*To be notified in detailed notification

Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Vacancy Details

The proposed vacancies are distributed as follows:

Post NameVacancies
Technician Grade I Signal323
Technician Grade III6,242
Total6,565

Educational Qualification

Technician Grade I Signal

Candidates must possess:

  • B.Sc. in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation, OR
  • Diploma/Degree in Engineering in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution.

Technician Grade III

Candidates must have:

  • 10th/Matriculation Pass, and
  • ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT in the relevant trade, OR
  • Completed Act Apprenticeship in the concerned trade.

Age Limit

Technician Grade I Signal

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 36 Years

Technician Grade III

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 33 Years

Age Relaxation

Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD) will receive age relaxation as per Government of India rules.

Selection Process

The RRB Technician recruitment process consists of the following stages:

Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)

Candidates will appear for an objective-type online examination.

Stage 2: Document Verification

Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents.

Stage 3: Medical Examination

Candidates must satisfy the prescribed railway medical standards.

There is no Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for Technician posts.

RRB Technician CBT Exam Pattern 2026

ParticularsDetails
Mode of ExamComputer Based Test (CBT)
Total Questions100
Total Marks100
Duration90 Minutes
Question TypeObjective Multiple Choice
Negative Marking1/3 Mark Deduction for Wrong Answers

Salary Details

Technician Grade I Signal

  • Pay Level: Level 5
  • Initial Basic Pay: ₹29,200 per month

Technician Grade III

  • Pay Level: Level 2
  • Initial Basic Pay: ₹19,900 per month

Additional Benefits

Selected candidates will also receive:

  • Dearness Allowance (DA)
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA)
  • Transport Allowance (TA)
  • Medical Benefits
  • Railway Pass Facilities
  • Other Government Benefits as applicable

How to Apply Online

Follow these simple steps:

  1. Visit the official RRB website.
  2. Open the “CEN 02/2026 – Technician Recruitment” notification.
  3. Read the detailed eligibility criteria carefully.
  4. Register using your mobile number and email ID.
  5. Fill out the online application form.
  6. Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
  7. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
  8. Submit the application form.
  9. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Only one application per RRB and pay level is allowed.
  • Separate applications are required for different pay levels.
  • Aadhaar verification is strongly recommended to avoid discrepancies.
  • Candidates should rely only on official RRB websites for recruitment updates.
  • Avoid middlemen, brokers, or unauthorized agents claiming guaranteed selection.

Disclaimer:

For more Government Jobs, Private Jobs, Railway Recruitment, Admit Cards, Results and Career Updates, visit Jammu Virasat regularly.

JV Team

Discover Jammu & Kashmir's heritage & latest stories! Uncover history, culture & untold tales!

Join WhatsApp

Join Now

Join Telegram

Join Now