RRB Technician Recruitment 2026: Final Hours to Apply for Over 6,500 Railway Jobs

A golden career opportunity for job seekers aiming for a technical role in the Indian Railways is reaching its final milestone. The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will close the online application window for RRB Technician Grade 1 and Grade 3 Recruitment 2026 today. Eligible candidates who have not yet submitted their forms for the total 6,557 vacant positions must immediately visit the official portal at rrbapply.gov.in to complete their submissions before the midnight deadline.

Essential Eligibility Criteria and Age Parameters

Applicants must satisfy specific educational and age requirements depending on the applied post:

• Technician Grade-1 Signal (Level 5): Candidates require a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation, or a relevant Engineering Diploma/Degree. The age limit ranges from 18 to 33 years.

• Technician Grade-3 (Level 2): Applicants must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized board along with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT (or completed an Act Apprenticeship). The age bracket is set between 18 and 30 years.

• Note: Age calculations and eligibility are determined as of July 1, 2026, with standard upper-age relaxations applicable for reserved categories.

Application Fee, Payment Dates, and Modification Window

While the registration link closes today, the application fee can be paid online until July 31, 2026.

• Application Fees: General, OBC, and EWS candidates are required to pay ₹500, while SC, ST, female, PwBD, and minority candidates pay ₹250. A substantial portion of this fee (₹400 for general categories and full refunds for reserved/female categories) is refunded after appearing in the first-stage Computer Based Test (CBT).

• Correction Window: Candidates who need to modify submitted details can use the application correction window, which will remain active from August 1 to August 10, 2026.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Open the official recruitment portal at rrbapply.gov.in.

2. Click on the active registration link for CEN 02/2026 Technician Recruitment.

3. Register using a valid email address and mobile number, then log in using your credentials.

4. Fill out the application form with accurate personal and educational details, and upload scanned copies of your photo and signature.

5. Pay the requisite application fee via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI, and download the final confirmation page for your records.