RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 - 6565 Posts
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released an indicative notice for the recruitment of 6,565 Technician Grade I Signal and Technician Grade III posts. Online applications will be accepted from June 30, 2026, to July 29, 2026.
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Technician Grade I Signal, Technician Grade III |
| Total Vacancies | 6565 |
| Last Date | |
| Qualification | Technician Grade I Signal: B.Sc. (Physics/Electronics/CS/IT/Instrumentation) or Degree/Diploma in Engineering. Technician Grade III: 10th plus ITI from NCVT/SCVT or Act Apprenticeship. |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Technician Grade I Signal: Level 5 (Rs. 29,200/-); Technician Grade III: Level 2 (Rs. 19,900/-) |
| Category | Railway Jobs |
| District | All Districts |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice Date | 23-05-2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | 30-06-2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 29-07-2026 |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade III | 6242 |
| Total | 6565 |
Pay Scale
| Group | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | Level 5 | Rs. 29,200/- |
| Technician Grade III | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900/- |
Eligibility
Candidates for Technician Grade I Signal must possess a B.Sc. degree in Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/IT/Instrumentation or a Degree/Diploma in Engineering. Candidates for Technician Grade III must have passed 10th/Matriculation plus ITI from NCVT/SCVT or completed an Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade. Age limit: 18-36 years for Grade I Signal and 18-33 years for Grade III, with age relaxations applicable for reserved categories.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply
- Visit the regional RRB official website.
- Open the link for Centralised Employment Notification (CEN 02/2026).
- Register with basic details (name, mobile number, email).
- Login and fill out the online application form for the desired post/pay level.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the prescribed application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Short Notification PDF | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Short Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Key Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 6,565 posts
- Technician Grade I Signal (Level 5) - Initial pay Rs. 29,200/-
- Technician Grade III (Level 2) - Initial pay Rs. 19,900/-
- Application Start Date: 30-06-2026
- Application Closing Date: 29-07-2026
- Eligibility: B.Sc/Engineering for Grade I, 10th+ITI/Apprenticeship for Grade III
- Selection: Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, Medical Exam
- No Computer Based Aptitude Test for these posts
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in RRB Technician 2026?
There are a total of 6,565 vacancies, including 323 for Technician Grade I Signal and 6,242 for Technician Grade III.
What is the age limit for RRB Technician 2026?
18-36 years for Technician Grade I Signal and 18-33 years for Technician Grade III, with relaxations as per government rules.