RRB Technician Grade III Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 6,242 Posts, Notification Out

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Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official short notification (CEN 02/2026) for the recruitment of Technicians. This page provides complete details for the Technician Grade III vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply online from June 30, 2026.

Key Highlights

- Organisation: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Post Name: Technician Grade III
- Application Mode: Online via RRB Apply Portal

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT)
SC / ST / Ex-SM / Female / PwBD / Minorities: ₹250 (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in CBT)

ℹ️ Key Information

Total Vacancies

6,242

Qualification

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Age Limit

18 – 30 yrs

App. Fee (Gen)

₹500 / ₹250 (SC/ST)

Exam Mode

Online (CBT)

Start Date

30 Jun 2026

Last Date

29 Jul 2026

Competition

🔴 High

Official Site

www.rrbapply.gov.in

Age Relaxation (years)

OBC+3 yrs SC+5 yrs ST+5 yrs Divyang+10 yrs

Application Fee (₹)

General₹500 EWS₹500 OBC₹500 SC₹250 ST₹250 Divyang₹250 Women₹250

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📅 Important Dates

Application Start 30 Jun 2026

Last Date to Apply 29 Jul 2026

Short Notification 18 May 2026

Detailed Advertisement 29 Jun 2026

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Securing a post as an RRB Technician Grade III requires passing a comprehensive three-stage screening loop. There is no interview round for this post.

Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

This is a single-stage online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions.

- Total Questions: 100 MCQs
- Total Time Duration: 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for every incorrect answer.

CBT Section-Wise Marks Weightage

- Mathematics: 25 Questions (25 Marks)
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 25 Questions (25 Marks)
- General Science: 40 Questions (40 Marks) - Maximum Weightage
- General Awareness: 10 Questions (10 Marks)

Stage 2: Document Verification (DV)

Candidates who clear the merit cut-off in the CBT exam will be called for physical verification of original academic documents and caste certificates.

Stage 3: Medical Examination

Selected candidates must pass the required medical standards (A3, B1, B2, or C1 depending on the specific trade allocated) conducted by Railway Medical Authorities to confirm physical fitness.

Applications for RRB Technician Grade III must be submitted exclusively online through the centralized railway portal. Follow these clean steps to complete your registration without mistakes.

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the Portal: Open the official recruitment site at rrbapply.gov.in.
2. Create an Account: Click on "Apply" and select "Create an Account". Fill in basic info like Name, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, Email, and Mobile. Generate your password.
3. Login & Select Post: Sign in with your registered mobile/email and password. Choose the recruitment zone (RRB) and select Technician Grade III.
4. Fill Profile Details: Input your educational details (10th + ITI), address, and choose your preferred trade exam group.
5. Upload Media: Upload your recent white-background photograph and clean signature scan.
6. Pay Examination Fee: Complete the application fee payment via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
7. Submit & Print: Review your entire application preview, submit the form, and download the confirmation PDF receipt for tracking.

Keep your digital scans ready before the portal opens on June 30, 2026. Uploading incorrect formats can lead to application rejection.

Mandatory Digital Scans for Uploading

1. Passport Size Photograph:
  - - Color photo against a plain white background.
    - Format: JPEG/JPG. Size: 30KB to 70KB.
2. Candidate's Signature:
  - - Running hand signature on plain white paper with a black/blue pen.
    - Format: JPEG/JPG. Size: 30KB to 70KB.
3. Category Certificate (SC/ST Only):
  - - Required for claiming free travel authority.
    - Format: PDF. Size: up to 500KB.

Details Needed for Form Entry (No Upload Required)

Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card number (Mandatory for biometric verification).
Academic Marks: Roll number and passing year of Class 10th and ITI/CCAA.
Bank Details: Account number and IFSC code (Required for fee refund processing).

To apply for the Railway Technician Grade III posts under CEN 02/2026, candidates must meet specific age and educational benchmarks as of July 1, 2026.

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess any one of the following requirements from a recognized board/institute:

- Matriculation / Class 10th pass PLUS ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trades.
- Matriculation / Class 10th pass PLUS Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA) in relevant trades.
- Note for Specific Signal/Telecom Trades: 10+2 (Class 12th) pass with Physics and Mathematics is accepted for designated Grade III roles.

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

- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years

Age Relaxation Rules

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation (Up to 33 years)
SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years relaxation (Up to 35 years)
PwBD Candidates: 10 Years relaxation

Out of the total 6,565 vacancies announced under CEN 02/2026, the lion's share is reserved for the Technician Grade III cadre. Below is the structured breakdown of the seats, pay matrix, and regional distributions.

Vacancy & Salary Table

Post Name	Total Vacancies	Pay Scale	Initial Pay	Medical Standard
Technician Grade III (Various Trades)	6,242	Level 2 (7th CPC)	₹19,900/- + Allowances	As per trade requirement (A3/B1/B2/C1)

Zone-Wise Tentative Availability

The vacancies are distributed across 21 RRB zones including:

- Central & Western Zones: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bhopal (RRB Bhopal)
- Northern & Eastern Zones: Chandigarh (RRB Chandigarh), Prayagraj, Kolkata, Patna
- Southern Zones: Chennai, Secunderabad, Bangalore

Note: The exact trade-wise (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, etc.) and category-wise (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) seat split will be updated on June 29, 2026, following the release of the master vacancy table.

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