RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Registration Begins June 30 for 6,565 Grade I & Grade III Posts

Published: Monday, June 29, 2026, 16:37 [IST]

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) will begin the online application process for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 from June 30, 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for 6,565 Technician vacancies through the official RRB recruitment portal. The recruitment drive is being conducted under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 02/2026 issued by the Ministry of Railways.

RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Registration Begin

The recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with ITI, Diploma, and BSc qualifications to secure technical positions in the Indian Railways. Interested applicants can submit their online applications from June 30 to July 29, 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully read the detailed notification before filling out the application form.

RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification

The recruitment will be conducted for two categories of technical posts:

Technician Grade I (Signal)
Technician Grade III

The selected candidates will be posted in various railway zones across India depending on organisational requirements. The selection process will include a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification and a medical examination.

Vacancy Details

As per the official notification, the recruitment will fill 6,565 vacancies, distributed as follows:

Technician Grade I (Signal): 323 Posts
Technician Grade III: 6,242 Posts

The vacancies are available across multiple railway zones and production units under the Ministry of Railways.

Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the following schedule:

Event	Details
Notification	CEN No. 02/2026
Online Registration Begins	June 30, 2026
Last Date to Apply	July 29, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	July 29, 2026
Computer-Based Test (CBT)	To be announced

Applicants are advised to complete the registration process well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the educational qualification prescribed for the respective posts.

Technician Grade I (Signal)

Applicants should possess:

Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in the relevant discipline or
Diploma in Engineering/Technology in the prescribed field from a recognised institution.

Technician Grade III

Candidates must have:

Passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or equivalent.
Valid Industrial Training Institute (ITI) certificate in the relevant trade recognised by NCVT/SCVT.

Candidates should ensure they meet all eligibility requirements before submitting the application.

Age Limit

The age will be calculated as on July 1, 2026.
Technician Grade I (Signal): 18 to 33 years
Technician Grade III: 18 to 30 years

Age relaxation will be provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories in accordance with Government of India rules.

Application Fee

The prescribed application fee is:

General/OBC/EWS: ₹500
SC/ST/PwD/Female/Ex-Servicemen/Minorities/EBC: ₹250

Eligible candidates may receive fee refunds as per the conditions mentioned in the detailed notification after appearing in the CBT.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of the following stages:

Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Document Verification (DV)
Medical Examination

The final merit list will be prepared based on candidates' performance in the CBT, subject to successful document verification and medical fitness.

How to Apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can complete the online application by following these steps:

1. Visit the official RRB recruitment website.

2. Select the preferred regional Railway Recruitment Board.

3. Click on the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 application link.

4. Complete the registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.

5. Fill in personal, educational, and communication details.

6. Upload the required photograph, signature, and supporting documents.

7. Pay the application fee online.

8. Verify all details and submit the application form.

9. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready:

Class 10 Certificate
ITI Certificate (for Grade III)
Diploma/BSc Degree Certificate (for Grade I)
Aadhaar Card or Valid Photo ID
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Passport-size Photograph
Signature
Income Certificate (if applicable)

Conclusion

The RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for candidates seeking technical careers in the Indian Railways, with 6,565 vacancies available for Technician Grade I (Signal) and Technician Grade III posts. Interested candidates should complete the online application process between June 30 and July 29, 2026, ensuring they meet the prescribed eligibility criteria and submit all required documents. Aspirants are encouraged to begin their preparation for the Computer-Based Test while keeping a close watch on further announcements regarding the examination schedule.