RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Last Date Today

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will close the online application process today, 29 July 2026, for the RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 (CEN 02/2026). Eligible candidates who have not yet submitted their application should complete the registration before 11:59 PM through the official RRB application portal. As of now, no official notice extending the application deadline has been issued.

This recruitment drive aims to fill 6,557 vacancies, including 323 Technician Grade I Signal posts and 6,234 Technician Grade III posts across various Railway zones.

RRB Technician Recruitment 2026 Highlights

RRB Technician 2026 Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Technician Grade III

Candidates should have:

• Class 10 (Matriculation/SSLC) with ITI in the relevant trade, or
• Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade from a recognized institution.

Technician Grade I Signal

Candidates should possess:

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, or
• Relevant technical qualification as prescribed in the official notification.

Age Limit

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.

Salary

Selected candidates will also receive DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, medical benefits, pension benefits, and other Railway allowances.

Application Fee

Eligible candidates may receive fee refunds as per the recruitment rules after appearing in the CBT.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official RRB application portal.
2. Register with your email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill in the online application form.
4. Upload your photograph, signature, and required documents.
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Review all entered details.
7. Submit the application before 11:59 PM today.
8. Download and print the confirmation page.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
2. Document Verification
3. Medical Examination
4. Final Merit List

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card or other valid Photo ID
• Class 10 Certificate
• ITI/Diploma/Degree Certificate
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Active Email ID and Mobile Number

Why Candidates Should Apply Today

Since the application window closes today (29 July 2026) and there is no official confirmation of an extension, candidates should avoid waiting until the final hours due to possible heavy traffic on the application portal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for RRB Technician Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM).

How many vacancies are available?

RRB has announced 6,557 vacancies, including 323 Technician Grade I Signal and 6,234 Technician Grade III posts.

What is the salary of an RRB Technician?

• Technician Grade I Signal: ₹29,200 basic pay.
• Technician Grade III: ₹19,900 basic pay.

What is the selection process?

Candidates will be selected through a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination.

Will the last date be extended?

As of 29 July 2026, RRB has not issued any official notice regarding an extension of the application deadline.