The RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) under the Ministry of Railways, and the online application process is now open. The recruitment is being conducted to fill 6,557 vacancies for Technician Grade 1 and Technician Grade 3 posts.Candidates with B.Sc., Engineering, or 12th + ITI qualifications can apply. Check this article for complete details on eligibility, important dates, vacancies, salary, selection process, and other important information related to the recruitment.
RRB Technician Notification 2026 Out
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has started the recruitment process for 6,557 Technician vacancies through CEN No. 02/2026. The vacancies include 323 posts for Technician Grade 1 Signal and 6,234 posts for Technician Grade 3. Candidates will be selected through a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination.
Interested candidates should carefully read the detailed notification on their respective regional RRB websites before applying to check the eligibility criteria, selection process, and other important instructions.
RRB Grade 1 & 3 Technician Notification 2026: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Authority |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
|
| Notification Number |
CEN No. 02/2026
|
| Post Name |
Technician Grade 1 Signal & Technician Grade 3
|
| Total Vacancies | Technician Grade I: 323 Technician Grade III: 6234 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 30 June to 29 July 2026 |
| Pay Level | For Grade 1: Level 5 For Grade 3: Level 2 |
| Initial Salary | Grade 1: ₹29,200/- Grade 3: ₹19,900/- |
| Selection Process |
CBT, Document Verification & Medical Test
|
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Technician Exam – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Detailed Notification | 29 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 30 June 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31st July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 1st to 10th August 2026 |
| Application Status | TBA |
| City Intimation |
10 days before exam date
|
| Admit Card | 4 days before exam date |
| CBT Exam Date |
To be Announced
|
RRB Technician Vacancy 2026 Details
The Railway Recruitment Board has announced 6,565 vacancies under the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026. Out of these, 323 vacancies are for Technician Grade I Signal, while 6,242 vacancies are for Technician Grade III posts.
The number of vacancies is higher than last year’s recruitment, which offered 6,238 posts, giving candidates more opportunities to secure a Railway Technician job.
| Name of Posts | Total Vacancies |
| RBB Technician Grade I Signal | 323 |
| RBB Technician Grade III | 6234 |
| Total Grade 1 and 3 Vacancies | 6557 |
Zone-wise Vacancies for Technician Grade 1 and 3
| S. No. | Post Name | Level (7th CPC) | Medical Standard | Vacancies |
| 1 | Technician Grade I Signal | 5 | B1 | 323 |
| 2 | Technician Grade III Track Machine | 2 | A3 | 172 |
| 3 | Technician Grade III Blacksmith | 2 | B1 | 306 |
| 4 | Technician Grade III Bridge | 2 | B1 | 34 |
| 5 | Technician Grade III Carriage and Wagon | 2 | B1 | 501 |
| 6 | Technician Grade III Diesel Electrical | 2 | B1 | 206 |
| 7 | Technician Grade III Diesel Mechanical | 2 | B1 | 346 |
| 8 | Technician Grade III Electrical / TRS | 2 | B1 | 268 |
| 9 | Technician Grade III Electrical (GS) | 2 | B1 | 329 |
| 10 | Technician Grade III Electrical (TRD) | 2 | B1 | 152 |
| 11 | Technician Grade III EMU | 2 | B1 | 147 |
| 12 | Technician Grade III Fitter (OL) | 2 | B1 | 469 |
| 13 | Technician Grade III Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | 2 | B1 | 162 |
| 14 | Technician Grade III Signal & Telecommunication (S&T) | 2 | B1 | 320 |
| 15 | Technician Grade III Welder (OL) | 2 | B1 | 150 |
| 16 | Technician Grade III Crane Driver | 2 | B2 | 13 |
| 17 | Technician Grade III Carpenter (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 229 |
| 18 | Technician Grade III Electrical (PU & WS) | 2 | C1 | 128 |
| 19 | Technician Grade III Fitter (PU & WS) | 2 | C1 | 1,109 |
| 20 | Technician Grade III Machinist (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 123 |
| 21 | Technician Grade III Mechanical (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 193 |
| 22 | Technician Grade III Millwright | 2 | C1 | 170 |
| 23 | Technician Grade III Painter (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 77 |
| 24 | Technician Grade III Trimmer (Workshop) | 2 | C1 | 46 |
| 25 | Technician Grade III Welder (PU & WS) | 2 | C1 | 584 |
| Total | – | – | – | 6,557 |
Vacancy Comparison with Last Year
| Particulars | CEN 02/2025 | CEN 02/2026 | Change |
| Total Vacancies | 6,238 | 6,557 | +319 |
| Technician Grade I Signal | 183 | 323 | +140 |
| Technician Grade III | 6,055 | 6,234 | +179 |
Railway Technician Eligibility Grade 1 and 3
To be eligible for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet the prescribed requirements related to age, nationality, and educational qualifications.
Nationality
A candidate must belong to one of the following categories:
- A citizen of India
- A citizen of Nepal or Bhutan
- A Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before 1st January 1962 to settle permanently
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from specific countries (such as Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Kenya, etc.) to settle in India permanently.
Age Limit (As of 1/7/2026)
The age limit for Technician Grade 1 is 18 to 33 years, and for Technician Grade 3 is 18 to 30 years. Reserved category candidates will receive age relaxation as per government rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| PWD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) |
10 years + relaxation applicable for the respective category
|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (with more than 6 months of service after attestation) |
Length of Defence service + 3 years
|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Candidates who are serving in Group ‘C’, erstwhile Group ‘D’, Casual Labour, or Substitutes with 3 years’ service |
UR – 40 years, OBC-NCL – 43 years, SC/ST – 45 years
|
| Candidates domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir between 01.01.1980 and 31.12.1989 | 5 years |
RRB Technician Qualification
| Post |
Required Qualification
|
| Technician Grade 1 (Signal) |
– B.Sc. in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation
– OR B.Sc. in any combination of these subjects – OR 3-year Engineering Diploma in these subjects – OR Degree in Engineering in any of the above subjects |
| Technician Grade 3 |
– 10th pass (Matriculation/SSLC) + ITI in relevant trades like Forger, Foundryman, Pattern Maker, Moulder (Refractory) from NCVT/SCVT recognised institutions
– OR 10th pass + Apprenticeship in related trades |
Railway Technician Medical Standard 2026
Candidates applying for RRB Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts must satisfy the prescribed medical fitness standards set by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB). The post-wise medical standards for RRB Technician 2026 recruitment are provided in the table below.
| Sl. No. | Medical Standard | General Fitness |
Vision Standards
|
| 1 | A-3 | Physically fit in all respects |
• Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (lens power ≤ 2D)
• Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses • Must pass Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Mesopic Vision tests |
| 2 | B-1 | Physically fit in all respects |
• Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (lens power ≤ 4D)
• Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close work • Must pass Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Mesopic Vision tests |
| 3 | B-2 | Physically fit in all respects |
• Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (lens power ≤ 4D)
• Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close work • Must pass Binocular Vision test |
| 4 | C-1 | Physically fit in all respects |
• Distant Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses
• Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close work |
RRB Technician Grade 1 and 3 Salary
Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of Rs 29,200 for Technician Grade I Signal and Rs 19,900 for Technician Grade III. In addition to the basic salary, employees are entitled to various allowances and benefits, making the overall pay package attractive and competitive.
| No. | Post | Pay Level in 7th CPC | Initial Pay (Rs.) |
| 1 | Technician Grade-I Signal | Level 5 | 29,200 |
| 2 | Technician Grade III | Level 2 | 19,900 |
RRB Technician Grade 1 and 3 Selection Process
The selection process for RRB Technician posts includes the following stages:
| Stage | Process | Details |
| 1 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) | Objective Test of 100 marks – Merit Making |
| 2 | Document Verification (DV) |
Verification of identity, education, category, and eligibility documents
|
| 3 | Medical Examination |
Medical fitness test as per prescribed railway medical standards (A-3, B-1, B-2, C-1 as applicable)
|
| 4 | Final Merit List |
Prepared based on CBT performance and successful DV & Medical clearance
|
RRB Technician 2026 CBT Pattern
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) pattern is different for Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts. Before starting their preparation, candidates should carefully check the post-wise exam pattern, including the number of questions, marking scheme, and exam duration.
Technician Grade I Exam Pattern
The Tech Grade 1 CBT is an objective-type test consisting of 100 questions worth 100 marks. The duration of the test is 90 minutes, and a penalty of 1/3rd will be applied for each incorrect answer. See the table below for the complete exam pattern:
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | 90 Minutes(120 Minutes for PwBD candidates) |
| General Intelligence & 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 Exam Pattern
The Technician Grade III CBT comprises 100 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 100 marks. The examination follows the same 90-minute duration and negative marking scheme as the Technician Grade I CBT. However, unlike the Grade I exam, the Grade III question paper does not include the Basic Computers and Applications section
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | 90 Minutes(120 Minutes for PwBD candidates) |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Science | 40 | 40 | |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 Minutes(120 Minutes for PwBD candidates) |
RRB Technician Syllabus 2026
Candidates applying under the RRB Technician Notification 2026 should go through the syllabus for the post of Technician Grade 1 and 3:
Technician Grade 1 & 3 Syllabus
| Subject | Topics covered |
| General Awareness |
Current national & international events, sports, culture, Indian geography, economic scene, general policy, scientific research
|
| Mathematics |
Number systems, BODMAS, decimals, fractions, LCM & HCF, ratio & proportion, percentages, mensuration, time & work, time & distance, simple & compound interest, profit & loss, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, elementary statistics
|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
Analogies, alphabetical & number series, coding & decoding, mathematical operations, relationships, syllogism, Venn diagram, data interpretation, classification, directions, statement & conclusions
|
| Basic Science and Engineering |
Basic electronics, digital techniques, data communication & networks, signal & telecom fundamentals, microprocessors, computer basics
|
| General Science (For Grade 3 Only) |
Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences- up to Class 10 standard
|
RRB Technician Exam Medium
Questions for Technician CBT will be available in English, Hindi, and the following 13 regional languages:
- Assamese
- Bengali
- Gujarati
- Kannada
- Konkani
- Malayalam
- Manipuri
- Marathi
- Odia
- Punjabi
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Urdu
RRB Technician Application Form
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has started the online application process for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official portal, www.rrbapply.gov.in, until 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates should note that applications will be accepted only in online mode, and forms submitted through any other mode will not be considered.
RRB Technician Apply Online 2026
How to Apply?
- Visit the official RRB website of your respective region.
- Click on the “RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Apply Online CEN No. 02/2026” link.
- Complete the registration process using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in with the generated registration credentials.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the required documents, including: Passport-size photograph, Signature, Educational certificates, and Category certificate (if applicable)
- Select the preferred RRB zone and post.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment methods.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and download a copy for future reference.
Application Fee
- Other Categories: Rs. 500/- (Out of this fee of Rs 500/-, an amount of Rs 400/- shall be refunded after CBT).
- ForSC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PWDs/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backwards Classes: Rs. 250/- (Complete fee shall be refunded after CBT).
RRB Technician Regional Official Websites
| RRB Zone | Website |
| Ahmedabad | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Mumbai | www.rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| Chennai | www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Prayagraj | www.rrbald.gov.in |
| Patna | www.rrbpatna.gov.in |
| Guwahati | www.rrbguwahati.gov.in |
| Bhopal | www.rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| Kolkata | www.rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Bilaspur | www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| Thiruvananthapuram |
www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in
|
| Chandigarh |
www.rrbcdg.gov.in
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| Ajmer |
www.rrbajmer.gov.in
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| Muzaffarpur |
www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in
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| Gorakhpur |
www.rrbgkp.gov.in
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| Bengaluru |
www.rrbbnc.gov.in
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| Ranchi |
www.rrbranchi.gov.in
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| Jammu-Srinagar |
www.rrbjammu.nic.in
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| Bhubaneswar |
www.rrbbbs.gov.in
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| Siliguri |
www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in
|
| Malda |
www.rrbmalda.gov.in
|
RRB Technician 2026 Preparation Tips
- Understand the post-wise syllabus and exam pattern. Both are slightly different for Grade 1 and 3 posts.
- Pick topics and allot time according to your weaknesses and strengths.
- The difficulty level of the CBT is generally easy to moderate, but the cut-off might go high due to high competition, so prepare with a safe margin.
- Solve as many questions as you can, including Mock Tests and PYQs.
- Target above your previous year category-wise cut-off marks.
- Keep your original documents ready for the Document Verification day.