Railway Recruitment for Technicians: Apply by July 29, 2026
Railway Recruitment Announcement
The Indian Railways has opened applications for Technician Grade-I and Technician Grade-III positions, with the final date for submissions set for July 29, 2026.
Vacancies and Application Timeline
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is offering a total of 6,557 job openings in the Technician Grade-I and Technician Grade-III categories. The application window commenced on June 30, and candidates are urged to apply online before the deadline.
Salary and Benefits
One of the key attractions of this recruitment is the competitive salary structure. Candidates selected for Technician Grade-I will earn a starting salary of ₹29,200 per month, while those in Technician Grade-III will receive ₹19,900 per month. Additional railway allowances will also be available.
Breakdown of Vacancies
The recruitment drive will fill 6,557 positions, including 323 for Technician Grade-I and 6,234 for Technician Grade-III. This initiative is seen as a significant opportunity for young individuals seeking stable employment within the Railways.
Eligibility Criteria
Who is Eligible?
Candidates applying for Technician Grade-III must have completed their 10th grade. Additionally, relevant technical qualifications or engineering credentials are necessary. The age requirements are 18 to 33 years for Grade-I and 18 to 30 years for Grade-III. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories, with a five-year extension for SC and ST candidates and three years for OBC candidates.
Selection Process
How Will Candidates Be Selected?
Selection will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT), which will include 100 multiple-choice questions covering topics such as General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, General Intelligence, and Computer Knowledge. The total score for the exam is 100 marks, with a penalty of one-third of a mark for each incorrect answer.
Key Dates to Remember
Important Dates
Candidates should be aware of the following deadlines: the last date for online applications is July 29, 2026, and the application fee can be paid until July 31. If there are any mistakes in the application, corrections can be made from August 1 to August 10, 2026.