This recruitment is one of the biggest railway technical recruitments of 2026 and is suitable for candidates preparing for RRB JE, SSC JE, ALP, Group D, UPPCL JE, DFCCIL, and other technical government exams. Candidates having Matriculation + ITI, Apprenticeship, Diploma, or Engineering Degree qualifications can apply according to the post eligibility.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification Number | CEN 02/2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Posts | Technician Grade I Signal & Technician Grade III |
| Total Vacancy | 6565 Posts |
| Technician Grade I Vacancy | 323 Posts |
| Technician Grade III Vacancy | 6242 Posts |
| Notification Release Date | 18 May 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Date | 29 June 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date Apply Online | 29 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT + Document Verification + Medical Test |
| Salary | ₹19,900 – ₹29,200 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 Mark |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Technician Vacancy 2026
Under RRB Technician CEN 02/2026 Recruitment, Railway Recruitment Board has announced 6565 vacancies for Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts. Out of the total vacancies, 323 posts are allotted to Grade I Signal and 6242 posts are allotted to Grade III.
Post Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade III | 6242 |
| Total | 6565 |
Railway Zone Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Railway Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 548 |
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 544 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 870 |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 785 |
| South Central Railway | 368 |
| South Eastern Railway | 576 |
| South East Central Railway | 90 |
| Eastern Railway | 291 |
| East Central Railway | 186 |
| West Central Railway | 231 |
| North Western Railway | 199 |
| North Central Railway | 268 |
| North Eastern Railway | 169 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 701 |
| South Western Railway | 240 |
| BLW / CLW / ICF Units | 499 |
RRB Technician Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive salary under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix along with allowances like DA, HRA, TA, Medical Benefits, Railway Pass, and Pension benefits.
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Technician Grade III | Level 2 | ₹19,900 |
Additional Benefits
✔ Dearness Allowance (DA)
✔ House Rent Allowance (HRA)
✔ Transport Allowance (TA)
✔ Railway Medical Benefits
✔ Pension Benefits
✔ Railway Travel Benefits
RRB Technician Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 18 May 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | 29 June 2026 |
| Apply Online Start | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date Apply | 29 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 29 July 2026 |
| Correction Window | To be Announced |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| CBT Exam Date | Notify Later |
| Result | To be Announced |
RRB Technician Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy educational eligibility before applying.
Technician Grade III Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Matriculation / SSLC
- ITI Certificate from NCVT / SCVT
- OR Act Apprenticeship in relevant trade
Technician Grade I Signal Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Engineering Diploma
- OR Engineering Degree
- Equivalent Technical Qualification
RRB Technician Age Limit 2026
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| Technician Grade III | 18 Years | 30 Years |
RRB Technician Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Rules |
How to Apply for RRB Technician CEN 02/2026?
Step 1: Visit official website:
Step 2: Click on RRB Technician CEN 02/2026 Apply Online
Step 3: Register using:
- Email ID
- Mobile Number
Step 4: Fill application form carefully.
Step 5: Upload required documents:
- Photo
- Signature
- Certificates
Step 6: Pay application fee.
Step 7: Submit form and take printout.
RRB Technician Selection Procedure 2026
Selection stages include:
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Objective examination.
Stage 2: Document Verification (DV)
Verification of original documents.
Stage 3: Medical Examination
Medical fitness test as per Railway standards.
RRB Technician Exam Pattern 2026
RRB conducts separate CBT examinations for Technician Grade I Signal and Grade III posts. The exam contains 100 questions carrying 100 marks with 1/3 negative marking.
Technician Grade I Signal Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Basic Computer Applications | 20 | 20 |
| Basic Science & Engineering | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam Details
- Exam Mode: CBT
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 Mark
Technician Grade III Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
RRB Technician Previous Year Cut Off
RRB releases cut-offs separately for Grade I Signal and Grade III posts. Cut-offs are published zone-wise and category-wise with results and scorecards. Previous trends help estimate safe scores.
RRB Technician Grade I Previous Year Cut Off
| Zone | UR | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 64.51 | 63.09 | 56.75 | 53.15 |
| Allahabad (NCR) | 70.25 | 68.32 | 62.67 | 58.16 |
| Northern Railway | 72.84 | 68.32 | 62.49 | 58.84 |
| Bhopal | 66.75 | 65.12 | 59.85 | 56.85 |
| Bilaspur | 67.53 | 64.69 | 57.50 | 52.68 |
Expected RRB Technician Grade III Cut Off 2026
| Category | Expected Cut Off |
|---|---|
| UR | 70–80 |
| OBC | 65–75 |
| EWS | 65–75 |
| SC | 55–65 |
| ST | 50–60 |
RRB Technician Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | As per Notification |
| SC / ST | As per Rules |
| Female | As per Rules |
| PwBD | As per Rules |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
RRB announced 6565 vacancies under CEN 02/2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Candidates can apply till 29 July 2026.
Q3. What is salary for Technician Grade I Signal?
Initial salary is ₹29,200 under Level-5 Pay Matrix.
Q4. What is the selection process?
CBT → Document Verification → Medical Test.
Q5. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/3 mark deduction for every wrong answer.
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