Railway RRB Technician Recruitment 2026

Updated: 22 May 2026 Published: 22 May 2026
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About This Job
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the notification (CEN – 02/2026) for the recruitment of 6,565 Technician posts across various regions. Interested candidates can submit their applications online from 30 June 2026 until 29 July 2026, provided they meet the age criteria of 18 to 30-33 years as of 01 July 2026. Ensure you review all eligibility details and official guidelines below to secure your chance at this prestigious Indian Railways career opportunity.
Job Overview
Department Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name Railway RRB Technician
Total Vacancies 6,565
Last Date 29/07/2026
Important Dates
Activity Date Status
Online Apply Start Date 30/06/2026 32 days left
Online Apply Last Date 29/07/2026 61 days left
Exam Date
Admit Card
Result Date
Application Fee
Category Fee
General / OBC / EWS 500
SC / ST 250
Female 250
PH (Divyang) 250
Vacancy Details
Post Name Male Female General Total Post
Railway RRB Technician 0 0 0 6565
Vacancy Trend (Historical)
2026
6,238
6,238 ▲ 8% vs 2025
2025
5,755
5,755

* Based on official recruitment notifications. Figures may vary by zone/category.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

18 – 30 Years
age relaxation for the RRB Technician position as per their regulations

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have a BE/B.Tech, Engineering Diploma, or B.Sc. in Engineering. For Technician Gr-III (Open Line, Workshop & PUs), candidates must have passed Class 10th with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade or Class 12th with PCM subjects.

CategoryMinimum AgeMaximum AgeRelaxation
General/EWS18 years30 years-
OBC18 years33 years3 years
SC/ST18 years35 years5 years
PwD18 years40 years10 years

Educational Qualification: For Technician Grade-I: BE/B.Tech, Engineering Diploma, or B.Sc. in Engineering. For Technician Grade-III: Class 10th with ITI certificate in relevant trade or Class 12th with PCM subjects.

Salary, Pay Scale & Benefits
ComponentAmount (Rs)
Basic Pay (Level-5)29,200
DA (50%)14,600
HRA (24%)7,008
TA3,600
Gross Salary54,408
NPS Deduction (10%)2,920
In-hand Salary51,488

Additional Allowances: Medical Allowance, Running Allowance, Night Duty Allowance, Risk Allowance, and other railway-specific benefits as per 7th CPC norms.

* Salary figures shown above are estimated based on the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) pay matrix. Actual salary may vary based on posting location, allowances applicable, and government revisions. Please refer to the official notification for exact pay details.

Qualification & Selection
Field Details
Min. Qualification Candidates must have a BE/B.Tech, Engineering Diploma, or B.Sc. in Engineering. For Technician Gr-III (Open Line, Workshop & PUs), candidates must have passed Class 10th with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade or Class 12th with PCM subjects.
Selection Process CBT → Document Verification → Medical Examination → PST
Age Limit 18 – 30 Years
age relaxation for the RRB Technician position as per their regulations
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Online 100 Questions 100 Marks 90 Min
1/3rd mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Section Ques Marks
General Science
40 40
Mathematics
25 25
General Intelligence & Reasoning
25 25
General Awareness
10 10
Total100100
Topic Weightage (Subject-wise)
Subject / Topic Questions Marks Weightage
General Awareness (Grade I Signal)
10 10 5%
General Intelligence and Reasoning (Grade I Signal)
15 15 8%
Basics of Computers and Applications (Grade I Signal)
20 20 10%
Mathematics (Grade I Signal)
20 20 10%
Basic Science and Engineering (Grade I Signal)
35 35 18%
Mathematics (Grade III)
25 25 13%
General Intelligence & Reasoning (Grade III)
25 25 13%
General Science (Grade III)
40 40 20%
General Awareness (Grade III)
10 10 5%
Total 200 200 100%
Cutoff Trend (Category-wise)
Year General EWS OBC SC ST
2024 85.94 81.45 85.11 82.87 70.97

* ▲ higher than previous year  |  ▼ lower than previous year. Scores are normalized marks.

Detailed Syllabus

General Science

  • Physics: Motion, Force, Energy, Heat, Light, Sound, Electricity
  • Chemistry: Acids, Bases, Metals, Non-metals, Chemical Reactions
  • Biology: Human Body, Diseases, Nutrition, Reproduction

Recommended Books: 📖Lucent's General Scienceby Dr. Binay KarnaBuy

Mathematics

  • Number System, Fractions, Decimals, Percentage
  • Ratio & Proportion, Time & Work, Speed & Distance
  • Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss
  • Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics

Recommended Books: 📖Quantitative Aptitudeby R.S. AggarwalBuy

General Intelligence & Reasoning

  • Analogies, Classification, Series, Pattern Recognition
  • Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Ranking & Arrangement
  • Coding-Decoding, Puzzles, Logical Venn Diagrams

Recommended Books: 📖Analytical Reasoningby M.K. PandeyBuy

General Awareness

  • Current Affairs: National & International Events
  • Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy
  • Sports, Awards, Books & Authors
  • Railway-related current affairs

Recommended Books: 📖Lucent's General Knowledgeby Dr. Binay KarnaBuy

Selection Process

Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT) - Objective type questions covering General Science, Mathematics, Reasoning, and General Awareness.

Stage 2: Document Verification - Verification of educational certificates, category certificates, and other required documents.

Stage 3: Medical Examination - Comprehensive medical fitness test as per Railway medical standards.

Stage 4: Physical Standards Test (PST) - Height, weight, and vision standards verification for specific posts.

Preparation Tips & Strategy
  • Create a 3-month study schedule covering all four subjects equally
  • Practice previous year questions to understand exam pattern
  • Focus on railway-related current affairs and technical knowledge
  • Take regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
  • Revise basic mathematics formulas and shortcuts daily
  • Stay updated with latest railway developments and policies

Recommended Books

SubjectBook NameAuthor
General Science📖Lucent's General ScienceBuyDr. Binay Karna
Mathematics📖Quantitative AptitudeBuyR.S. Aggarwal
Reasoning📖Analytical ReasoningBuyM.K. Pandey
General Awareness📖General Knowledge ManualBuyArihant Experts
Railway Technical📖Railway Technical Exam GuideBuyKiran Prakashan

Online Mock Tests & Practice

📝 Testbook - RRB Technician Mock Test SeriesTestbook

📝 Oliveboard - Railway Technician Test PackTestbook

📝 Adda247 - RRB Technician CBT Mock TestsTestbookAdda247

How To Apply
  1. Interested candidates who wish to apply for the RRB post can submit their application online before 29 July 2026.
  2. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
  3. Alternatively, visit the official website of RRB to complete the application process online.
  4. Make sure to complete the application before the deadline 29 July 2026.
  5. Note – छात्रो से ये अनुरोध किया जाता है की इस भर्ती की सभी जानकारी पिछले वर्ष की भर्ती के अनुसार दी गयी है अतः छात्रों से अनुरोध है की वो अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यान से जरूर पढे उसके बाद ही अपना फॉर्म भरे । (Last Date, Age Limit, & Education Qualification)
Documents Required
  • Identity: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID
  • Education: 10th Certificate, 12th Certificate, ITI Certificate, Engineering Degree/Diploma
  • Category Certificate: OBC/SC/ST Certificate, EWS Certificate, PwD Certificate
  • Photo & Signature: Recent passport size photographs, scanned signature
  • Other: Domicile Certificate, Character Certificate, Medical Fitness Certificate
About Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is the recruitment agency under Ministry of Railways, Government of India, established to conduct recruitment for various technical and non-technical posts in Indian Railways. There are 21 RRBs across India with headquarters in major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Ahmedabad, and others. RRB conducts recruitment for Group C and Group D posts including Assistant Loco Pilot, Technician, Station Master, and other railway positions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1 When will the online application for Railway RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Start?
The online application for this recruitment will start on 30 June 2026
2 What is the last date for online application for Railway RRB Technician Online Form 2026?
The last date for online application Form is 29 July 2026
3 What is the age limit for Railway RRB Technician Bharti 2026?
The age limit for Railway RRB Technician Bharti 2026 is as follows: The minimum age is 18 and the maximum age is 30-33 years as on 01 July 2026
4 What is the eligibility for Railway RRB Technician Vacancy 2026?
Candidates must have passed the 10th+ITI exam from any recognized board in India. For full eligibility details, please check the official notification
5 What is the official website for RRB?
The official website for RRB is https://indianrailways.gov.in/
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