The recruitment drive includes vacancies for Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III. Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria can submit their applications through the official RRB recruitment portal.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | CEN No. 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 6,565 Posts |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date | 29 July 2026 |
| Official Website | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
RRB Technician Vacancy 2026
A total of 6,565 Technician vacancies have been announced under the Railway Recruitment Board.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade-III | 6,242 |
| Total | 6,565 |
RRB Guwahati Vacancies: To be notified later.
Salary Details
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | Level-5 | ₹29,200/- |
| Technician Grade-III | Level-2 | ₹19,900/- |
Selected candidates will also receive admissible allowances and other benefits as per Railway rules.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (As on 1 July 2026)
- Technician Grade-I Signal: 18 to 33 Years
- Technician Grade-III: 18 to 30 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Educational Qualification
Technician Grade-I Signal
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications:
- B.Sc. in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology or Instrumentation.
- B.Sc. with a combination of the above subjects.
- Three-Year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant disciplines.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering in the relevant disciplines.
Technician Grade-III
- Matriculation (10th Pass/SSLC) with ITI from NCVT/SCVT in the relevant trade.
- OR
- Matriculation with Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA) in the relevant trade.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 |
| Female Candidates | ₹250 |
| Transgender | ₹250 |
| Minorities | ₹250 |
| Economically Backward Class | ₹250 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹500 |
Payment Mode: UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or other online payment methods.
Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official RRB Recruitment Portal.
- Click on the Online Application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in all personal and educational details correctly.
- Upload your passport-size photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Review the application form before submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 July 2026 |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | To Be Announced |
Important Web Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Recommended Books | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
Why Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
- 6,565 Government job vacancies in Indian Railways.
- Salary up to ₹29,200 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
- Excellent career growth opportunities.
- Job security with Central Government employment.
- Additional allowances and Railway benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available under RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6,565 Technician posts have been announced.
2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the online application is 29 July 2026.
3. What is the salary of Technician Grade-I Signal?
The initial basic pay is ₹29,200 per month under Level-5 of the 7th CPC.
4. What is the salary of Technician Grade-III?
Selected candidates will receive an initial basic pay of ₹19,900 per month under Level-2 of the 7th CPC.
5. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
6. What is the educational qualification for Technician Grade-III?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) with ITI (NCVT/SCVT) or Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA) in the relevant trade.