RRB Technician Recruitment: The Railway Recruitment Board has officially released the RRB Technician Notification 2026 on 18th May 2026 on the official website. As per CEN 02/2026, a total of 6565 vacancies have been announced for Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts in various Railway Recruitment Boards in India.
The online application process starts on 30th June 2026 and ends on 29th July 2026. This article provides complete information about RRB Technician 2026, including eligibility criteria, vacancy details, official notification PDF, and online application Link. Eligible and Interested candidates can submit their forms online through the official RRB portals to secure a promising career in the Indian Railways.
RRB Technician Recruitment: Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Technician Grade I Signal & Technician Grade III |
| Toatal Vacancies | 6565 |
| Qualification | 10th + ITI / B.Sc. / Degree or Diploma in Engineering. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 36 years |
| Salary | Rs. 19,900/- to Rs. 29,200/- (Initial Pay) |
| Selection Process | CBT + Document Verification + Medical Examination |
| Registration Date | CBT + Document Verification + Medical Examination |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Technician Recruitment: Post-wise Vacancy List
The Railway Recruitment Board has announced a total of 6565 vacancies for Technician posts. Candidates can check the post-wise vacancy details below.
| Post Name | No of Vacancies |
| Technician Grade I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade-III (Various Categories) | 6242 |
| Grand Total | 6565 |
RRB Technician Recruitment: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who fulfill the educational qualification and age limit prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Boards can apply for RRB Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts.
Educational Qualification
Technician Grade-I Signal:
Degree/Diploma in Electronics/ Telecommunication/ Electrical Engineering.
Technician Grade-III (Various Trades):
Matriculation + ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/ SCVT.
Age Limit
| Post Name | Age Limit |
| Technician Grade-I Signal | 18 to 33 years |
| Technician Grade-III (Various Posts) | 18 to 30 years. |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| PWD | 10 years + relaxation applicable for the respective category |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of Defence service + 3 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| Candidates who are serving in Group ‘C’, erstwhile Group ‘D’, Casual Labour, or Substitutes with 3 years of 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 |
Application Fee
| General/OBC | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/EBC/Minority/Women/Transgender | Rs. 250/- |
| Modification Fee | Rs. 250/- (Non-refundable) |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Important Dates
| Date of Notification | 23 May 2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 29 July 2026 |
How to Apply RRB Technician Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the RRB portal. The online registration steps are as follows:
- Visit the official RRB application portal www.rrbapply.gov.in.
- Register with a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and other details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
| Official Short Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Selection Process
The selection is based on the following steps:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Objective type with negative marking
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Salary Details
Appointed candidates for Technician posts will be paid a monthly salary, allowance, and perks. The RRB Technician Salary for Grades 1 and 3 differs. The salary for Technician Grade 1 Signal posts will be Rs. 29,200/- and for Technician Grade 3 posts, Rs. 19,900/- at pay level 2.
| Post | Pay Level in 7th CPC | initial Pay |
| Technician Grade 1 Signal | Level 5 (Rs.29,200-92,300) | Rs. 29,200/- |
| Technician Grade 3 | Level 2 (Rs.19,900-63,200) | Rs. 19,900/- |
FAQs
What is RRB Technician qualification?
The candidates must have passed Matriculation. For Grade I posts, they must have a degree.
What is the last date for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
29th July 2026.
What is the pay scale in RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?
Pay Level-5 (₹29,200) for Grade-I Signal and Pay Level-2 (₹19,900) for Grade-III.