RRB Technician Recruitment 2026
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially announced a massive recruitment notification under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN 02/2026) to fill up 6,565 vacancies for Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III positions. Eligible Indian nationals with a Matriculation with ITI certification, Engineering Diploma/Degree, or a B.Sc. qualification can register online. The application process opens on June 30, 2026, and interested candidates can apply through the regional portals until the last date, July 29, 2026.
| Conducting Board | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Technician Grade I Signal & Technician Grade III |
| Total Vacancies | 6,565 Posts |
| Qualification | 10th Pass + ITI, Diploma, Degree (Engineering), B.Sc |
| Age Limit | 18-33 Years (Grade I), 18-30 Years (Grade III) |
| Application Fee | Gen/OBC: ₹500, SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/Women/Transgender: ₹250 |
| Important Dates | Start Date: 30-06-2026 Last Date: 29-07-2026 |
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RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Conducting Board: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Notification Number: CEN 02/2026
- Post Names: Technician Grade I Signal & Technician Grade III
- Total Vacancies: 6,565 Posts (Grade I – 323, Grade III – 6,242)
- Job Location: Pan India (Across Zonal Railways)
- Selection Process: CBT + Document Verification + Medical Exam
- Application Mode: Online Interactive Portal
- Online Application Dates: June 30, 2026, to July 29, 2026
- Official Website: indianrailways.gov.in
Post-wise Vacancy List
- TECHNICIAN GRADE I SIGNAL (Level 5): 323 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III TRACK MACHINE (Level 2): 172 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III BLACKSMITH (Level 2): 306 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III BRIDGE (Level 2): 34 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III CARRIAGE and WAGON (Level 2): 501 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III DIESEL ELECTRICAL (Level 2): 206 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III DIESEL MECHANICAL (Level 2): 346 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III ELECTRICAL / TRS (Level 2): 268 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III ELECTRICAL (GS) (Level 2): 329 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III ELECTRICAL (TRD) (Level 2): 152 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III EMU (Level 2): 147 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III FITTER (OL) (Level 2): 469 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III REFRIGERATION and AIR CONDITIONING (Level 2): 162 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III (S & T) (Level 2): 320 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III WELDER (OL) (Level 2): 150 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III CRANE DRIVER (Level 2): 13 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III CARPENTER (WORKSHOP) (Level 2): 229 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III ELECTRICAL (PU & WS) (Level 2): 128 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III FITTER (PU & WS) (Level 2): 1109 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III MACHINIST (WORKSHOP) (Level 2): 123 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III MECHANICAL (WORKSHOP) (Level 2): 193 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III MILLWRIGHT (Level 2): 170 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III PAINTER (WORKSHOP) (Level 2): 77 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III TRIMMER (WORKSHOP) (Level 2): 46 Posts
- TECHNICIAN GRADE III WELDER (PU & WS) (Level 2): 584 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
- Technician Grade-I Signal (18-33 Years): Degree / Diploma in Electronics / Telecommunication / Electrical Engineering / Physics / Computer Science / IT.
- Technician Grade-III (18-30 Years): Matriculation (10th Pass) + ITI in relevant trade from NCVT / SCVT.
Application Fee
- General / OBC: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women / Transgender: ₹250 (fully refunded after CBT)
Important Dates
- Date of Notification: 23 May 2026
- Opening Date of Online Application: 30 June 2026
- Last Date for Online Application: 29 July 2026
- Last Date for Application Fee Payment: 31 July 2026
- Correction Window Dates: 01 to 10 August 2026
- Scribe Details Portal Window: 11 to 15 August 2026
Important Resource Links
- Detailed Notification PDF: Download Notice
- RRB Technician Apply Online Link: Apply Online Direct
- Latest Railway Job Vacancy List: Browse Openings
- Latest Central & State Job Openings: Browse All Govt Jobs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the registration window for the RRB Technician 2026 recruitment?
A: The online registration portal opens on June 30, 2026, and accepts online entries up to July 29, 2026.
Q: How many total posts have been released in the CEN 02/2026 announcement?
A: A total of 6,565 vacancies have been officially announced, comprising 323 vacancies for Technician Grade I Signal and 6,242 vacancies for Technician Grade III.
Q: Is there any provision for a negative marking parameter in the computer-based exam?
A: Yes, there is a penalty parameters framework. A structural negative marking of 1/3rd (0.33) marks will be executed for every wrong answer marked in the objective CBT exam.
Q: Can candidates with only a normal Graduate degree apply?
A: No. Candidates must possess specific scientific or technical baselines. For Grade I Signal, a B.Sc. in Physics/Electronics/CS/IT/Instrumentation or an Engineering Degree/Diploma is required. For Grade III, a Matriculation degree with a valid ITI trade certificate or completed Act Apprenticeship is mandatory.