railwayAdvt. No: CEN 02/2026
Indian Railways Technician Mega Recruitment 2026 - 6565 Posts
Indian Railways
6,565
Vacancies
29 Jul 2026
Last Date
18 May 2026
Published on
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released CEN No. 02/2026 for 6,565 Technician Grade I and III posts across Indian Railways. Candidates with relevant B.Sc, Engineering, Diploma, or ITI qualifications can apply online from 30 June 2026. The application process concludes on 29 July 2026. This is a major central government recruitment drive for various technical roles.
Aadhaar Warning
Candidates must ensure Aadhaar is 100% updated with correct Name and DOB matching the 10th class certificate before applying to avoid scrutiny delays.
Indicative Notice
This notification is indicative. Final terms and procedures will be governed by the detailed CEN No. 02/2026 to be published on official RRB websites.
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Date | 23 May 2026 | — |
| Online Application Opens | 30 Jun 2026 | — |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 Jul 2026 | 23:59 hrs |
| CBT Exam Date | — | To be announced |
Pay Scale
Technician Grade I (Signal)
Level 5 (Initial Pay ₹29,200)
Technician Grade III
Level 2 (Initial Pay ₹19,900)
Vacancy Details
RRB Technician Recruitment 2026
| Post No. | Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Medical Standard | Age Limit | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Technician Grade I – Signal | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | B-1 | 18–33 Years | 323 |
| 2 | Technician Grade III | Level 2 | ₹19,900 | As per detailed CEN | 18–30 Years | 6,242 |
| - | Total | - | - | - | - | 6,565 |
- *Each candidate may apply to only one RRB for a specific Pay Level.
- *A separate application must be submitted for each Pay Level.
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
Educational Qualifications:
- Technician Grade I Signal: B.Sc. in Physics/Electronics/CS/IT/Instrumentation OR Engineering Degree in relevant streams OR 3-Year Diploma in Engineering.
- Technician Grade III: 10th Pass + ITI Certificate in relevant trades (Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Wireman, etc.).
Age Limit
Age limits as on 01 July 2026:
- Technician Grade I Signal: 18 to 33 Years
- Technician Grade III: 18 to 30 Years
- Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 Years, OBC – 3 Years
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Transgender / EBC / Female | ₹250 |
Selection Process
1
Computer Based Test (CBT)
2
Document Verification
3
Medical Examination
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official website https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
- 2Ensure Aadhaar is updated with correct Name and DOB matching 10th certificate.
- 3Register using email and mobile number.
- 4Fill the application form and upload required documents.
- 5Pay the application fee online.
- 6Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
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