RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification for 6557 Grade-I Signal & Grade-III Posts
🔄 Last Updated: 30 June 2026
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 02/2026 for recruitment of Technician Grade-I Signal and various categories of Technician Grade-III. A total of 6,557 vacancies have been announced across different Railway Zones. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 30 June 2026 to 29 July 2026 through the official RRB application portal. Candidates are advised to check the post-wise eligibility, medical standards, selection process and Railway Zone preferences before applying.
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Main Information Eligibility Vacancy Details Selection Procedure Salary Structure Application Fees Important Links Important Instructions Required Documents FAQs| Recruitment Name | RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification Number | CEN No. 02/2026 |
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Technician Grade-I Signal & Technician Grade-III |
| Total Vacancies | 6557 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Opening Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Closing Date | 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 01 August 2026 to 10 August 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in |
| Post | Educational Qualification |
| Technician Grade-I Signal | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology or Instrumentation from a recognized University; OR Three Years Diploma in Engineering in the above/basic streams or a combination of eligible engineering disciplines recognized by AICTE/Government. |
| Technician Grade-III | Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI in the relevant trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT; OR Matriculation/SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA) in the relevant trade. |
| Eligible ITI Trades | Candidates should possess ITI/CCAA in the trade prescribed for the respective Technician Grade-III post as notified by the concerned Railway Recruitment Board. |
| Educational Qualification Cut-off Date | Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification on or before the closing date of online application. |
| Medical Standards | Candidates must satisfy the prescribed Railway Medical Standard applicable to the respective Technician post before appointment. |
| Nationality | Candidate must be a citizen of India or fulfill the nationality conditions prescribed in the Centralised Employment Notification. |
Candidates possessing the prescribed Engineering Degree, Diploma, B.Sc., ITI or Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA) qualifications as specified for the respective Technician post are eligible to apply.
| Section | Questions |
| Mathematics | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 |
| General Science | 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| PwBD Candidates with Scribe | 120 Minutes |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | UR/EWS - 40%, OBC (NCL)/SC - 30%, ST - 25% (Relaxation may be applicable for PwBD candidates) |
Selection will be based on Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification and Medical Examination.
| Post | Vacancies |
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade-III | 6234 |
| Grand Total | 6557 |
Railway Recruitment Boards have announced 6,557 vacancies including 323 Technician Grade-I Signal posts and 6,234 Technician Grade-III posts across various Railway Zones.
| Post | Minimum Age |
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 18 Years |
| Technician Grade-III | 18 Years |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 July 2026 |
| SC/ST | 5 Years Relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 Years (UR), 13 Years (OBC-NCL) and 15 Years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India Rules |
| Candidates ordinarily domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir during the prescribed period | Age relaxation as per RRB notification |
| Serving Group 'C' & Former Group 'D' Railway Staff, Railway Quasi-Administrative Offices, Widowed/Divorced/Women Judicially Separated and other eligible categories | Age relaxation as per Railway Recruitment Board rules |
| Stage 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stage 2 | Document Verification |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination |
| Stage 4 | Final Merit & Appointment |
Candidates will be selected through Computer Based Test, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
| Post | Pay Details |
| Technician Grade-I Signal | Pay Level-5 under 7th CPC with initial basic pay of ₹29,200 per month. |
| Technician Grade-III | Pay Level-2 under 7th CPC with initial basic pay of ₹19,900 per month. |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As applicable from time to time |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | As per Railway Rules |
| Transport Allowance (TA) | As admissible |
| Night Duty Allowance | Applicable wherever admissible |
| Other Allowances | Running/Compensatory and other allowances as applicable under Railway Rules |
| Medical Facilities | As per Railway Medical Rules |
| Retirement Benefits | National Pension System (NPS) and other admissible retirement benefits |
| Other Benefits | Railway Pass/PTO, Leave Benefits and other facilities as per Railway Board Rules |
Selected candidates will receive initial pay of ₹29,200 for Technician Grade-I Signal (Level-5) and ₹19,900 for Technician Grade-III (Level-2) along with Railway allowances.
| Salary Structure, In-Hand Salary & Allowances | Check RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification for 6557 Grade-I Signal & Grade-III Posts Salary Details 2026 |
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minority / Economically Backward Class (EBC) | ₹250 |
| Refund | After appearing in CBT, ₹400 will be refunded to General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹250 will be refunded to eligible reserved category candidates after deducting applicable bank charges. |
| Mode of Payment | Online through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI or other available digital payment methods. |
Candidates are required to pay the prescribed examination fee online according to their category.
| Application Mode | Applications will be accepted only through online mode via the RRB Recruitment Portal. |
| Separate Application | Candidates applying for both Pay Level-5 and Pay Level-2 posts must submit separate online applications and pay the prescribed fee separately. |
| Aadhaar Verification | Aadhaar authentication is recommended to facilitate a smoother recruitment process. |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification on or before the closing date of online applications. |
| Choice of RRB | Candidates can apply to only one Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for each Pay Level. |
| Modification Window | Application correction will be allowed during the notified correction period on payment of the prescribed modification fee. |
| CBT | Candidates must appear for the Computer Based Test at the allotted examination centre on the scheduled date. |
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates along with self-attested photocopies during document verification. |
| Medical Fitness | Appointment is subject to passing the prescribed Railway Medical Examination. |
| Multiple Applications | Multiple applications for the same Pay Level and RRB may lead to rejection of candidature. |
| Final Selection | Final selection will be based on CBT merit, document verification and medical fitness as per Railway Recruitment Board rules. |
Candidates should submit separate online applications for each Pay Level and ensure they possess the prescribed educational qualification before the closing date.
| Document | Purpose |
| Recent Passport Size Photograph | Online Application |
| Scanned Signature | Online Application |
| Matriculation/SSLC Certificate | Proof of Date of Birth |
| ITI / CCAA Certificate | Educational Qualification Verification for Technician Grade-III |
| Diploma / Degree / B.Sc. Certificate | Educational Qualification Verification for Technician Grade-I Signal |
| Community Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) | Reservation Benefit |
| PwBD Certificate (if applicable) | Reservation Benefit |
| Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable) | Reservation Benefit |
| Income Certificate for EBC/Minority Candidates (where applicable) | Fee Concession Verification |
| Aadhaar Card or Valid Photo Identity Proof | Identity Verification |
| No Objection Certificate (if applicable) | Government/PSU Employees |
| Medical Certificates (where applicable) | Medical Verification |
| Printout of Online Application | Document Verification |
Educational certificates, ITI/Engineering qualification certificates, identity proof, caste certificate, PwBD certificate, photograph, signature and other supporting documents are required.
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| RRB Official Website | Click Here |
| What is RRB Technician Recruitment 2026? | RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 is conducted under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 02/2026 for recruitment of Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III posts in various Railway Zones. |
| How many vacancies are available in RRB Technician Recruitment 2026? | A total of 6,557 vacancies have been notified, including 323 Technician Grade-I Signal posts and 6,234 Technician Grade-III posts. |
| What are the application dates for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026? | Online applications can be submitted from 30 June 2026 to 29 July 2026. The last date for payment of the examination fee is 31 July 2026. |
| What is the educational qualification required? | For Technician Grade-I Signal, candidates should possess the prescribed B.Sc. or Diploma/Degree in Engineering. For Technician Grade-III, candidates should have Matriculation along with ITI or Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA) in the relevant trade. |
| What is the age limit for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026? | The age limit is 18–33 years for Technician Grade-I Signal and 18–30 years for Technician Grade-III as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules. |
| What is the selection process? | Selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination. |
| Is there negative marking in the CBT? | Yes. One-third (1/3) mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the Computer Based Test. |
| What is the salary for RRB Technician posts? | Technician Grade-I Signal carries an initial basic pay of ₹29,200 under Pay Level-5, while Technician Grade-III carries an initial basic pay of ₹19,900 under Pay Level-2 along with Railway allowances. |
| What is the examination fee? | The examination fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minority and Economically Backward Class (EBC) candidates. Eligible candidates will receive the applicable refund after appearing in the CBT. |
| Can a candidate apply for both Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III? | Yes. Candidates can apply for both pay levels by submitting separate online applications and paying the prescribed examination fee separately for each pay level. |
