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Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Northern Region - CEN 01/2026 Recruitment for Various Technician Posts

Organization: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Northern Region (under Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India) (RRB NR)
Advt No: CEN 01/2026

Quick Summary: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Northern Region, invites online applications for CEN 01/2026 for various Technician Grade-III and other allied posts across different departments. This is a golden opportunity for candidates with ITI/10+2 qualifications to join the Indian Railways. The recruitment drive aims to fill 7250 vacancies. Selection will be based on a two-stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	10/02/2026
Apply Last Date	10/03/2026
Exam Date	25/05/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹500
SC / ST	₹250
Female	₹250

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

Matriculation (10th Pass) plus ITI from recognized institutions in relevant trades, OR 10+2 with Physics & Maths for specific technician categories, OR Diploma in Engineering for specific higher technician grades.

Age Limits: 18 to 33 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Computer Based Test (CBT) - Stage I (Common for all)

2Computer Based Test (CBT) - Stage II (Trade Specific/Post Specific)

3Document Verification (DV)

4Medical Examination

📎 Required Documents

10th Class Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
ITI Certificate / 10+2 Mark Sheet (as applicable)
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) if applicable
EWS Certificate if applicable
Disability Certificate if applicable
Passport Size Photograph (colour)
Signature (digital)

✍️ How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates must apply online through the official Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) website. Candidates need to register, fill out the application form with personal and educational details, upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, certificates), select their preferred RRB zone, and pay the application fee online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI. A detailed notification will be available on the RRB websites prior to the application start date.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the age relaxation for OBC/SC/ST candidates?

Age relaxation is 3 years for OBC-NCL candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates over the prescribed upper age limit.

Can candidates from any state apply for this recruitment?

Yes, this is an All-India recruitment. Candidates from across India can apply, but they must select one RRB zone for application and examination.

Is there a negative marking in the CBT?

Yes, there will be negative marking for incorrect answers in both CBT Stage-I and Stage-II. Typically, 1/3rd of the marks allotted for each question will be deducted for every wrong answer.

What are the key dates for this recruitment?

The application process starts on 2026-02-10 and closes on 2026-03-10. The tentative date for CBT Stage-I is 2026-05-25.