The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways have released the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 notification. The drive aims to fill 6,565 Technician vacancies, including Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts. For full details and to apply, visit the official website at https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in.
RRB Technician Notification 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Technician Grade I Signal & Technician Grade III |
| No of Posts | 6,565 (Tentative) |
| Job Type | Railway Jobs / Central Government Jobs |
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Technician Grade I Signal – Level 5, Technician Grade III – Level 2 |
| Initial Pay | Technician Grade I Signal – Rs. 29,200/-, Technician Grade III – Rs. 19,900/- |
| Medical Standard | As per CEN (B-1 and other standards as notified) |
| Age Limit | 18-36 Years (Tech. Grade I Signal), 18-33 Years (Tech. Grade III) |
| Opening Date of Application | 30-06-2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Application | 29-07-2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Short Notice | RRB Technician Indicative Notice CEN 02/2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice Date | 23-05-2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 30-06-2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Application | 29-07-2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| CBT Exam Schedule | 06, 09, 10 & 13 March 2026 |
Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 18 to 36 Years |
| Technician Grade III | 18 to 33 Years |
| Upper Age Relaxation | Applicable for reserved categories as per the Government of India rules |
Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | B.Sc. (Physics / Electronics / Computer Science / IT / Instrumentation) or Degree/Diploma in Engineering in a relevant discipline |
| Technician Grade III | 10th / Matriculation plus ITI from NCVT/SCVT in relevant trade or Act Apprenticeship in the concerned trade |
RRB Technician – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 323 Posts |
| Technician Grade III | 6,242 Posts |
| Total Vacancies (All RRBs) | 6,565 Posts |
Role & Responsibilities
Technician Grade I Signal professionals are responsible for maintaining and repairing signaling equipment to ensure safe and efficient railway operations.
Salary
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | Pay Level 5 (7th CPC) – Initial Pay Rs. 29,200/- |
| Technician Grade III | Pay Level 2 (7th CPC) – Initial Pay Rs. 19,900/- |
| Additional Allowances | DA, HRA, TA, and other benefits as per Railway rules |
Selection Process
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Stage 2 | Document Verification |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination |
How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026
Click the official apply link below.
Important Points Mentioned in Indicative Notice
- Each candidate can apply to only one RRB for a specific pay level, and only one common online application is allowed for all notified posts in that pay level.
- Separate applications must be submitted for each pay level, if eligible.
- Candidates are strongly advised to verify their name, date of birth, and other details using Aadhaar to avoid mismatches at later stages.
- RRBs caution candidates to be aware of touts, brokers, and job racketeers and to rely only on official RRB websites for genuine information.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| RRB technician recruitment 2026 notification | Click Here |
| Visit Official Website | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Regional RRB Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline for the RRB Technician 2026 application? Ans. You have until 29-07-2026 to submit your online application.
Q2. How many total positions are open for this recruitment? Ans. The Railway Recruitment Boards aim to fill 6,565 Technician vacancies across various regions.
Q3. What are the age criteria for the RRB Technician roles? Ans. For Technician Grade I Signal, candidates should be between 18 and 36 years old. If you’re aiming for Technician Grade III, the age bracket is 18 to 33 years.
Q4. Can you explain the selection process? Ans. Sure, candidates will first take a Computer-Based Test (CBT). If successful, this is followed by Document Verification and a thorough Medical Examination.
Q5. What qualifications do I need to apply? Ans. To qualify for Technician Grade I Signal, you need a B.Sc. or an Engineering Degree/Diploma in specific disciplines. For Technician Grade III, a 10th pass alongside an ITI or Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade is required.
Q6. What is the starting salary for Technician Grade I Signal? Ans. The initial pay for the Grade I Signal post is set at Rs. 29,200/- (Pay Level 5).
Q7. Where can I submit my application? Ans. You need to submit your form online via the official RRB portal at https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in.
