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RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 6557 Posts, Apply Online for Grade-I Signal & Grade-III
RRB Technician Notification 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification (CEN 02/2026) for 6,557 vacancies across India. The recruitment drive includes Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III posts in various railway zones and production units. The online application process has commenced from 30 June 2026 and eligible candidates can apply until 29 July 2026.
This recruitment presents an excellent opportunity for ITI holders, diploma holders, engineering graduates, and science graduates seeking a stable and prestigious career in Indian Railways.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Notification Number | CEN 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician Grade-I Signal & Technician Grade-III |
| Total Vacancies | 6,557 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 July 2026 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Selection Process | CBT, Document Verification & Medical Examination |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Technician Vacancy 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board has announced a total of 6,557 vacancies. Out of these:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade-III | 6,234 |
| Total | 6,557 |
Category-Wise Vacancy
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 120 | 50 | 37 | 84 | 32 | 323 |
| Technician Grade-III | 2608 | 959 | 560 | 1481 | 626 | 6234 |
| Grand Total | 2728 | 1009 | 597 | 1565 | 658 | 6557 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 29 June 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 01 August to 10 August 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Technician Grade-I Signal
Candidates should possess:
- B.Sc. in relevant subjects such as Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology or Instrumentation
OR - Diploma/Degree in relevant Engineering disciplines.
Technician Grade-III
Candidates should possess:
- Matriculation / SSLC
- ITI Certificate in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute
OR - Completed Act Apprenticeship in relevant trade.
RRB Technician Grade-I Signal CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 |
| Basic Computer Applications | 20 |
| Mathematics | 20 |
| Basic Science & Engineering | 35 |
| Total | 100 |
Duration: 90 Minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for every incorrect answer.
RRB Technician Grade-I Signal Syllabus
Mathematics
- Number System
- Decimals & Fractions
- LCM & HCF
- Ratio & Proportion
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time & Work
- Time & Distance
- Mensuration
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Statistics
Reasoning
- Analogies
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense
- Venn Diagrams
- Syllogism
- Puzzles
- Statement & Conclusion
- Decision Making
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Polity
- Constitution
- Economy
- Sports
- Science & Technology
- Railways
Basic Computer Applications
- Computer Fundamentals
- MS Office
- Internet
- Networking
- Operating Systems
- Cyber Security
Basic Science & Engineering
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Engineering Drawing
- Electrical Basics
- Electronics Basics
- Measurements
- Workshop Calculations
RRB Technician Grade-III CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 |
| General Science | 40 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Duration: 90 Minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every wrong answer.
RRB Technician Grade-III Syllabus
Mathematics
- Number System
- BODMAS
- Decimals
- Fractions
- Percentage
- Ratio & Proportion
- Profit & Loss
- Simple Interest
- Time & Work
- Time & Distance
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Statistics
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies
- Coding-Decoding
- Classification
- Direction Sense
- Venn Diagrams
- Alphabet Series
- Number Series
- Syllogism
- Statement & Conclusion
General Science
(10th Standard Level)
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Human Body
- Nutrition
- Motion
- Electricity
- Heat
- Environment
General Awareness & Current Affairs
- National Affairs
- International Affairs
- Indian Economy
- Sports
- Awards
- Books & Authors
- Important Days
- Railway Updates
- Government Schemes
Age Limit
Technician Grade-I Signal
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
Technician Grade-III
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
Candidates must qualify each stage to secure final selection.
Salary Structure
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Basic Pay |
| Technician Grade-I Signal | Level-5 | ā¹29,200 |
| Technician Grade-III | Level-2 | ā¹19,900 |
Apart from basic pay, candidates will receive DA, HRA, TA, medical facilities and other Railway allowances as per rules.
How to Apply Online?
- Visit the official RRB application portal.
- Complete registration using valid details.
- Fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the application form.
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