RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026)
Published: 22 Jul 2026 · Updated: 22 Jul 2026
6,557 Total Vacancies
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 01 to 10 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
| Admit Card Available | To be released before the exam |
| Result Date | To be announced after the exam |
Application Fee
| General | Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400/- refundable after appearing in the CBT) |
| OBC | Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400/- refundable after appearing in the CBT) |
| EWS | Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400/- refundable after appearing in the CBT) |
| SC / ST | Rs. 250/- (fully refundable after appearing in the CBT) |
| Female (All Category) | Rs. 250/- (fully refundable after appearing in the CBT) |
| Ph Pwbd | Rs. 250/- (fully refundable after appearing in the CBT) |
| Ex Servicemen | Rs. 250/- (fully refundable after appearing in the CBT) |
| Payment Mode | Online only, via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Card/Mobile Wallet. A modification fee of Rs. 250/- per correction applies during the 1-10 August 2026 correction window (account details and chosen RRB cannot be changed). |
Age Limit & Eligibility
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 33 years |
| Age As On | 01 Jul 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | Technician Grade III: maximum age 30 years; Technician Grade I Signal: maximum age 33 years (both as on 01.07.2026). Additional relaxation: OBC-NCL 3 years, SC/ST 5 years, PwBD 10 years (UR/EWS)/13 years (OBC-NCL)/15 years (SC/ST). Ex-servicemen get relaxation equal to their length of military service plus 3 years (UR/EWS), 6 years (OBC-NCL), or 8 years (SC/ST), after deducting the service length from actual age. Only one relaxation category applies (non-cumulative). |
| Educational Qualification | Technician Grade I Signal: B.Sc. with Physics/Electronics/related subjects, or a 3-year Diploma/BE/B.Tech in a relevant Engineering discipline. Technician Grade III: Class 10th pass with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade, or Class 12th with Physics-Chemistry-Mathematics (PCM), or an Engineering Diploma/BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. in Engineering, depending on the specific post. Refer to the official CEN 02/2026 notification for post-wise qualification details. |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total | Gen | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 323 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Technician Grade III | 6234 | — | — | — | — | — |
How to Apply
- Open the common RRB online application portal and register/log in before the closing date of 29 July 2026.
- Fill in personal, educational, and communication details as per the CEN 02/2026 notification.
- Upload the required photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (by category) before 31 July 2026.
- Review the filled application carefully, since only limited fields can be edited during the 1-10 August 2026 correction window on payment of a modification fee.
- Submit the application and save/print the confirmation for future reference.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CEN Details
| CEN Number | 02/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6557 |
| Technician Grade I Signal | 323 |
| Technician Grade III | 6234 |
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (across RRB Zones) |
Important Note
Candidates are strongly advised to read the official CEN 02/2026 notification carefully before filling the form, particularly the post-wise eligibility, zone-wise vacancy distribution, and age limit, since these can vary by post and zone.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Apply Online ↗ |
| Official Notification (CEN 02/2026) PDF | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website - Indian Railways | Click Here ↗ |
Important Questions
Q. When does the online application for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026) start?
Ans. Online applications start on 30 Jun 2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026)?
Ans. The last date to apply online is 29 Jul 2026.
Q. What is the exam date for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026)?
Ans. The exam is scheduled for To be notified later.
Q. What is the age limit for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026)?
Ans. Minimum age 18 years and maximum age 33 years (as on 01 Jul 2026). See the official notification for age relaxation.
Q. What is the educational qualification for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026)?
Ans. Technician Grade I Signal: B.Sc. with Physics/Electronics/related subjects, or a 3-year Diploma/BE/B.Tech in a relevant Engineering discipline. Technician Grade III: Class 10th pass with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade, or Class 12th with Physics-Chemistry-Mathematics (PCM), or an Engineering Diploma/BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. in Engineering, depending on the specific post. Refer to the official CEN 02/2026 notification for post-wise qualification details.
Q. How to apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026)?
Ans. Use the official link in the Important Links section on this page, or apply through the official website of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways before the last date.
Q. What is the official website of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways?
Ans. The official website link is provided in the Important Links section above.
Disclaimer: SarkariPitara is not an official government website. The information above is aggregated from the official notification for quick reference. Candidates must read the official notification carefully and verify all details from the official website before applying.