Organization
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Posts
Technician Gr-I Signal & Gr-III
Salary
₹19,900 – ₹29,200 + Allowances
Last Date
29 July 2026 (11:59 PM)
Location
All India (Across Railway Zones)
Recruitment Type
Direct Recruitment via CBT Exam
RRB Technician CEN 02/2026 – Job Post Card
Technician Grade I – Signal
Technician Grade III
NCVT:-'National Council for Vocational Training'
SCVT:-'State Council for Vocational Training'
Recruitment at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification No. | CEN 02/2026 |
| Short Notice Released | 18 May 2026 (Employment Newspaper 23-29 May 2026) |
| Detailed Notification | 29 June 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6,565 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Start | 30 June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 29 July 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
| Job Location | All India (21 RRB Zones) |
| Language | English & Hindi (CBT available in multiple languages) |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level | Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade I – Signal | 323 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Technician Grade III | 6,242 | Level 2 | ₹19,900 |
| Total | 6,565 | — | — |
Educational Qualification
🔧 Technician Grade I – Signal
⚙️ Technician Grade III
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
| Post | UR | OBC (3 Yrs Relaxation) | SC/ST (5 Yrs Relaxation) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 18 – 33 Years | 18 – 36 Years | 18 – 38 Years |
| Technician Grade III | 18 – 30 Years | 18 – 33 Years | 18 – 35 Years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund After CBT |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female / Transgender / Minority / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 (full refund) |
Salary Structure & Benefits
| Component | Technician Grade I (Level 5) | Technician Grade III (Level 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹29,200 | ₹19,900 |
| Dearness Allowance (~50%) | ~₹14,600 | ~₹9,950 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹4,672 – ₹7,008 | ₹3,184 – ₹4,776 |
| Transport Allowance | As per CPC norms | As per CPC norms |
| Approx. Gross Monthly | ₹38,000 – ₹42,000 | ₹28,000 – ₹35,000 |
| Approx. In-Hand | ₹30,000 – ₹34,000 | ₹22,000 – ₹23,500 |
| Annual Package (Approx.) | ₹3,50,400 | ₹2,38,800 |
🎁 Perks & Allowances
Promotion & Career Growth Path
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Selection Process
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Single-stage CBT. 100 MCQs, 90 minutes, 1/3 negative marking per wrong answer. No CBT Stage 2 (unlike ALP). No Aptitude Test (CBAT).
Document Verification (DV)
Shortlisted candidates verify original certificates, category documents, and identity proof at designated RRB centres.
Medical Examination
Final fitness test as per Railway medical standards (B-1 for Technicians). Spectacles allowed for Grade III posts.
CBT Exam Pattern
Technician Grade I – Signal (CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Basics of Computers & Applications | 20 | 20 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| Basic Science & Engineering | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Technician Grade III (CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Visit Official Website
Go to rrbapply.gov.in from 30 June 2026 onwards. Click on the link for "RRB Technician CEN 02/2026".
New Registration
Click "New Registration". Enter your name, mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar details. Verify via OTP sent to mobile & email.
Login with Credentials
Use the Registration ID and Password generated after registration to log in to the application portal.
Fill Application Form
Enter personal details, educational qualifications, ITI trade/degree details, category, and other required information. Ensure Aadhaar details match Class 10 certificate.
Upload Documents
Upload scanned passport photo (20-50 KB) and signature (10-40 KB) in JPEG format as per prescribed specifications.
Select RRB Preference
Choose up to 3 RRB zones in order of preference. You can apply to only one RRB per Pay Level.
Pay Application Fee
Pay online via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI. ₹500 (General/OBC/EWS) or ₹250 (SC/ST/Female/PwD).
Review, Submit & Download
Double-check all entries. Submit the form. Download the confirmation page and save the application number & payment receipt for future reference.
Required Documents Checklist
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