RRB Technician CEN 02/2026 Exam City Details Released: Download Slip for 6,557 Grade-I & Grade-III Posts
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Exam Name | RRB Technician CEN 02/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6557 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary Scale | ₹19900 - ₹29200 (Approx.) |
| Event / Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Correction Window Start | 01 Aug 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 02 Oct 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 06 Oct 2026 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Exam City Details | 27 Sep 2026 |
| Modification Window | 01 Aug 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Technician Grade-I Signal: B.Sc. in Physics/Electronics/Computer Science/IT/Instrumentation or 3-year Diploma/4-year Degree in Engineering in relevant streams. Technician Grade-III: Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI from NCVT/SCVT in respective trade OR Matriculation plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA). | ||||||
| Work Experience | No prior experience required. | ||||||
| Age Limits Details |
General / UR: Grade-I: 18 to 33 years; Grade-III: 18 to 30 years
OBC Candidates: Grade-I: 18 to 36 years; Grade-III: 18 to 33 years
EWS Candidates: Grade-I: 18 to 33 years; Grade-III: 18 to 30 years
SC Candidates: Grade-I: 18 to 38 years; Grade-III: 18 to 35 years
ST Candidates: Grade-I: 18 to 38 years; Grade-III: 18 to 35 years
PwBD Candidates: Up to 15 years relaxation
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Extra service adjustments as per rules
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| Age Relaxation Info | Standard upper concessions: 05 years for SC & ST, 03 years for OBC-NCL, up to 15 years for PwBD, and extra service adjustments for Ex-Servicemen. | ||||||
| Nationality / Citizenship | Indian, or subjects of Nepal/Bhutan | ||||||
| Domicile Requirements | Not specified | ||||||
| Other Eligibility Parameters |
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| Eligibility Notes | Candidates awaiting final semester results are not eligible. Engineering Degree/Diploma is NOT acceptable in lieu of ITI/CCAA for Pay Level-2 slots unless specified otherwise. |
| General / UR | 500 |
| OBC | 500 |
| EWS | 500 |
| SC | 250 |
| ST | 250 |
| PwBD | 250 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 250 |
| Female (All Categories) | 250 |
| Minorities | 250 |
| EBC | 250 |
| Modification Fee | 250 |
| Post Name | Total Posts | Description / Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade I Signal | 323 | Pay Level-5, Initial Pay: Rs. 29,200/-, Medical Standard: B-1 |
| Technician Grade III Fitter (PU & WS) | 1109 | Pay Level-2, Initial Pay: Rs. 19,900/-, Medical Standard: C-1 |
| Technician Grade III Welder (PU & WS) | 584 | Pay Level-2, Medical Standard: C-1 |
| Technician Grade III Carriage & Wagon | 501 | Pay Level-2, Medical Standard: B-1 |
| Technician Grade III Fitter (OL) | 469 | Pay Level-2, Medical Standard: B-1 |
| Other Technician Grade III Posts | 3571 | Includes Diesel Mech, S&T, GS, TRD, Track Machine, Blacksmith, Carpenter, etc. |
- Step 1: Single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Step 2: Document Verification (DV) matching a 1:1 shortlisting scale
- Step 3: Final Medical Examination (ME)
- Step 1: Visit the official RRB portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Step 2: Log in with your registration credentials.
- Step 3: Navigate to the CEN 02/2026 section.
- Step 4: Click on the 'Download Exam City Details' link.
- Step 5: Your exam city, date, and shift details will be displayed on the screen. Save or print a copy for reference.
| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Science and Engineering | 35 | 35 |
Engineering Drawing•
Basic Electricity•
Heat and Temperature•
Environment and Pollution•
Machines and Tools
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| Basics of Computers and Applications | 20 | 20 |
Computer Fundamentals•
MS Office•
Internet and Email•
Networking Basics
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| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
Number System•
Algebra•
Geometry•
Trigonometry•
Mensuration•
Statistics
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| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
Analogies•
Series•
Coding-Decoding•
Blood Relations•
Syllogism
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| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
Current Affairs•
Indian History•
Geography•
General Science•
Railway Awareness
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| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Science | 40 | 40 |
Physics•
Chemistry•
Life Sciences (up to 10th standard)
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| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
Number System•
BODMAS•
Decimals•
Fractions•
LCM/HCF•
Ratio and Proportion•
Percentage•
Mensuration•
Time and Work•
Time and Distance•
Simple and Compound Interest•
Profit and Loss
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| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
Analogies•
Alphabetical and Number Series•
Coding-Decoding•
Mathematical Operations•
Relationships•
Syllogism•
Jumbling•
Venn Diagram•
Data Interpretation
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| General Awareness on Current Affairs | 10 | 10 |
Science and Technology•
Sports•
Culture•
Personalities•
Economics•
Politics•
Current Events
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| Link Description | Action Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here → |
| RRB Apply Portal | Click Here → |
RRB Technician CEN 02/2026: Exam City Details Now Available for 6,557 Posts
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the much-anticipated Exam City Details for the Technician CEN 02/2026 recruitment drive. Candidates who have applied for the 6,557 Technician Grade-I Signal and Grade-III vacancies can now check their allotted exam city information on the official RRB portal. The exam city details were made available on 27 September 2026, giving candidates ample time to plan their travel and accommodation. The Computer Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to be held from 06 to 09 October 2026. This recruitment is a significant opportunity for candidates with ITI, Diploma, Graduation, or Post Graduate qualifications to secure a prestigious position in the Indian Railways.
Vacancy Breakdown and Post Profiles
The 6,557 vacancies are divided into two main categories: Technician Grade-I Signal (323 posts) and Technician Grade-III (6,234 posts). The Grade-I Signal posts are in Pay Level-5 with an initial pay of Rs. 29,200/- and require a B.Sc. in Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Instrumentation, or a three-year Diploma/4-year Degree in Engineering in relevant streams. The Grade-III posts are in Pay Level-2 with an initial pay of Rs. 19,900/- and include trades such as Fitter, Welder, Carriage & Wagon, Diesel Mechanical, S&T, GS, TRD, Track Machine, Blacksmith, and Carpenter. These vacancies are distributed across 21 participating RRB zones, ensuring opportunities for candidates from various regions.
Important Dates and Admit Card Information
The online application process for CEN 02/2026 was open from 30 June 2026 to 29 July 2026. The last date for fee payment was also 29 July 2026. The exam city details are now available, and the admit card will be released on 02 October 2026. Candidates should note that the admit card will contain the exact exam venue, date, and shift details. The result date will be updated soon on the official website. It is crucial for candidates to download both the exam city slip and the admit card to ensure a smooth examination experience.
Application Fee and Refund Scheme
The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is Rs. 500/-, with Rs. 400/- refunded upon appearing in the CBT. For SC, ST, ExSM, PwBD, Female, Minorities, and EBC candidates, the fee is Rs. 250/-, which is fully refunded after appearing in the CBT. Payments must be made online via Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI. The refund is credited only to the bank account seeded with the candidate's Aadhaar number.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The age limit for Technician Grade-I Signal is 18 to 33 years, and for Technician Grade-III, it is 18 to 30 years, as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation applies for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per government norms. Candidates must ensure they meet the age criteria before applying or appearing for the exam.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process comprises a single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification (DV) with 1:1 shortlisting, and a Final Medical Examination. The CBT is a 90-minute test with 100 objective questions. For Technician Grade-I Signal, the sections include Basic Science and Engineering (35 Qs), Basics of Computers and Applications (20 Qs), Mathematics (20 Qs), General Intelligence and Reasoning (15 Qs), and General Awareness (10 Qs). For Technician Grade-III, the sections are General Science (40 Qs up to 10th standard), Mathematics (25 Qs), General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Qs), and General Awareness on Current Affairs (10 Qs). Negative marking of 1/3rd mark applies for incorrect answers. The minimum qualifying percentage is 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL and SC, and 25% for ST. Normalization applies for multi-shift exams.
How to Download the Exam City Details
Candidates should visit the official RRB portal and log in with their registration credentials. After navigating to the CEN 02/2026 section, they can click on the 'Download Exam City Details' link. The exam city, date, and shift details will be displayed on the screen. Candidates are advised to save a copy and take a printout for future reference. The admit card will be available for download from 02 October 2026, four days before the exam.
Final Words of Advice
With the exam just around the corner, candidates should focus on revision and mock tests. Ensure you carry the admit card, a valid photo ID, and other essentials to the exam centre. Stay calm, manage your time effectively, and give your best. This is a golden opportunity to join the Indian Railways, and thorough preparation will pave the way for success.
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