RRB Technician Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 6,565 Vacancies in Indian Railways

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, have released an indicative notice for CEN No. 02/2026 regarding the recruitment of Technicians. This hiring drive aims to fill 6,565 vacancies for Technician Grade-I Signal and Technician Grade-III posts across various RRB regions.

If you are looking to build a career in Indian Railways, here is everything you need to know about eligibility, post details, key dates, and how to apply online.

RRB Technician 2026: Overview

Feature	Details
Recruiting Body	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Notification Number	CEN No. 02/2026
Post Names	Technician Grade-I Signal & Technician Grade-III
Total Vacancies	6,565
Application Mode	Online
Application Portal	www.rrbapply.gov.in
Website	rponlinezone

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Details

The 6,565 posts are split between two major pay levels under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC):

Post Name	Pay Level	Initial Pay	Medical Standard	Tentative Vacancies
Technician Grade-I Signal	Level 5	₹29,200	B-1	323
Technician Grade-III	Level 2	₹19,900	As per detailed CEN	6,242
Total Posts	—	—	—	6,565

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification (Expected)

• Technician Grade-I Signal: B.Sc / Diploma / B.E. or B.Tech Degree in Engineering (relevant disciplines).

• Technician Grade-III: Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI certification from NCVT/SCVT in applicable trades.

2. Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)

• Technician Grade-I Signal: 18 to 33 years

• Technician Grade-III: 18 to 30 years

Note: Age relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per standard government rules.

Selection Process

The selection process for RRB Technician posts generally consists of three main stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)

2. Document Verification (DV)

3. Medical Examination

Key Dates to Remember

Event	Date
Indicative Notification Date	May 23, 2026
Online Application Start Date	June 30, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	July 29, 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Crucial Date for Age Calculation	July 01, 2026

How to Apply Online at RRB Portal

1.Keep Aadhaar Details Ready:Prerequisite.

Ensure your Aadhaar name and date of birth match your 10th-class certificate exactly, as Aadhaar verification is mandatory.

2.Visit the Official Portal:Step 1.

Head over to the official application portal at www.rrbapply.gov.in.

3.Register Your Profile:Step 2.

Fill in basic identification details to generate your registration number and password.

4.Fill Out the Application Form:Step 3.

Complete your educational details, select your preferred RRB region, and upload required documents (photo and signature). Note: Separate applications are required if applying for both Level 2 and Level 5 posts.

5.Pay Fee & Submit:Step 4.

Pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway, submit the application, and save a soft copy or printout for future reference.

Quick Tips for Applicants

• Region Selection: You can apply to only one RRB region for a specific pay level. Choose your region carefully.

• Preparation: Since 6,565 vacancies attract high competition, start reviewing trade-specific syllabus topics and general science for the CBT early.

• Stay Updated: Keep visiting rponlinezone and the official RRB website for the detailed CEN publication.