RRB Technician Grade I & III Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), under the Ministry of Railways, has released the official notification for the recruitment of Technician Grade I and Grade III posts under CEN 02/2026. A total of 6565 vacancies are available for these positions.
The online application process begins on 30 June 2026 and will close on 29 July 2026. Candidates interested in applying should review the complete details below before submitting their applications.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 30 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 29 July 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline: 29 July 2026
- Form Edit/Modification: To be notified later
- Exam Date: To be notified later
- Exam City Details: To be notified later
- Admit Card Release: Before the exam
Application Fee Details
- General, OBC, EWS: Rs. 500/-
- SC, ST, PH: Rs. 250/-
- All Female Candidates (any category): Rs. 250/-
Fee Refund Policy (After Appearing in Stage I Exam):
- General: Rs. 400/-
- OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PH: Rs. 250/-
- All Female Candidates: Rs. 250/-
Payments can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other available online payment methods.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026:
- Technician Grade I (Signal): 18 to 33 years
- Technician Grade III: 18 to 30 years
Age relaxation will be provided as per RRB Technician recruitment rules.
Vacancy Details
A total of 6565 posts are available, divided as follows:
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I (Signal) | 323 |
| Technician Grade III | 6242 |
Zone-Wise Vacancy Details
The detailed zone-wise vacancy distribution will be updated later by RRB. Currently, no specific numbers are provided for individual zones.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by post:
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I | Bachelor’s Degree in Science (Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Instrumentation) or B.Sc. in any combination of these subjects, or BE/B.Tech, or 3-year Engineering Polytechnic Diploma in relevant streams. |
| Technician Grade III (S&T Trade) | Passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics or Class 10th with ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT. |
| Technician Grade III (Other Trades) | Passed Class 10th with ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT in the related trade or branch. |
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official RRB website or the direct application portal before the deadline. It is crucial to read the official notification carefully regarding eligibility, age limit, and other instructions before submitting the form.
- Official application link: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/
- Official RRB website: https://indianrailways.gov.in/
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted in multiple stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the application process start? 30 June 2026.
- What is the last date to apply? 29 July 2026.
- What are the age limits? 18-33 years for Grade I and 18-30 years for Grade III as of 1 July 2026.
- What qualifications are required? Candidates must have passed 10th, 12th, or possess a graduate degree depending on the post.
- How to apply? Applications must be submitted online through the official RRB portal.
- How to download results? Results will be available on the official website; candidates can download them using their registration number or roll number and date of birth.
- Official RRB website? https://indianrailways.gov.in/
Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
