The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Technician Gr-I Answer Key 2026 on its official website under CEN No. 02/2025, covering the recruitment of 6,238 Technician Grade-I and Grade-III posts across Indian Railways. Notably, the Grade-I Answer Key became available on 28 March 2026, following the examination conducted on 06, 09, 10, and 13 March 2026. Candidates can access and download the answer key by logging into the official RRB portal using their Registration Number or Date of Birth.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement Number | CEN No. 02/2025 |
| Post Name(s) | Technician Grade-I (Signal), Technician Grade-III (Open Line, Workshop & PUs) |
| Total Vacancies | 6,238 |
| Job Location | Pan-India (Various RRB Zones) |
| Salary / Pay Level | As per 7th CPC norms — refer to the official notification for post-wise pay levels |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I (Signal) | Part of 6,238 | BE / B.Tech / Engineering Diploma / B.Sc. Engineering |
| Technician Grade-III (Open Line, Workshop & PUs) | Part of 6,238 | Class 10th with ITI (relevant trade) or Class 12th with PCM |
| Total | 6,238 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years for all posts. The maximum age is 30 years for Technician Grade-III posts and 33 years for the Technician Grade-I (Signal) post, as on 01 July 2025. Furthermore, Railway provides age relaxation to SC, ST, OBC, PH, and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per applicable Railway Board regulations.
Educational Qualification
Specifically, candidates for Technician Grade-I posts must hold a BE / B.Tech, Engineering Diploma, or B.Sc. in Engineering in the relevant discipline; candidates for Technician Grade-III posts must have passed Class 10th with an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade or Class 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). Additionally, the specific trade or branch of engineering required varies by post; consequently, candidates are advised to verify their eligibility against their applied post from the official notification.
Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens as per the standard eligibility conditions prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Board for all technical recruitment posts under CEN No. 02/2025.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 28 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 August 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 09 August 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 10 – 19 August 2025 |
| Application Status Released | 08 December 2025 |
| Exam City Details Released | 26 February 2026 |
| Admit Card Released | 02 March 2026 |
| Examination Dates | 06, 09, 10 & 13 March 2026 |
| Grade-III Answer Key Released | 19 March 2026 |
| Grade-I Answer Key Released | 28 March 2026 — Available Now |
| Result Date | To be updated |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹ 500/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 250/- |
| All Category Female | ₹ 250/- |
| Correction Charge | ₹ 250/- |
Accepted Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
Exam Pattern
The RRB Technician Gr-I Answer Key 2026 corresponds to a Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted across multiple dates and RRB zones nationwide. Specifically, the CBT tests candidates on subjects relevant to their applied trade or engineering discipline, along with General Intelligence, Reasoning, and General Awareness sections, in accordance with Railway Recruitment Board norms. Moreover, candidates who qualify the CBT will be called for Document Verification and subsequently a Medical Examination before final appointment. Additionally, candidates who find discrepancies in the released answer key can raise objections within the stipulated period by paying a nominal per-question fee, which is typically refunded if the objection is found valid.
How to Check & Download the Answer Key
- Open a browser and visit the official Railway Recruitment Board website at indianrailways.gov.in.
- Select the RRB zone / region from which you submitted your application.
- Navigate to the “Latest Notification / CEN / Exam Schedule” section on the homepage.
- Locate and click the notice related to “RRB Technician Gr-I Answer Key 2026 (CEN No. 02/2025).”
- Log in using your Registration Number / Enrollment Number and Date of Birth or Password.
- The Answer Key PDF will open on the screen with question-wise correct responses.
- Download and save the Answer Key PDF to your device and take a printout for reference while raising objections if required.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Grade-I Answer Key | Click Here |
| Grade-I Answer Key Notice (13 March Exam) | Hindi | English |
| Download Grade-III Answer Key | Click Here |
| Grade-III Answer Key Notice | Hindi | English |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Revised Exam Date Notice | Hindi | English |
| Check Application Status | Click Here |
| Official Notification (CEN 02/2025) | Click Here |
| RRB Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When was the RRB Technician Gr-I Answer Key 2026 officially released? The RRB Technician Gr-I Answer Key 2026 was officially released on 28 March 2026 and is available now on the official Railway Recruitment Board portal.
Q2. What is the last date to raise objections against the RRB Technician Gr-I Answer Key 2026? The objection submission deadline has not been separately specified in the available information; consequently, candidates should monitor their respective RRB zone’s official website for the confirmed objection window and fee details.
Q3. Can candidates who appeared in all four exam dates (06, 09, 10 & 13 March) access the answer key for each date? Yes, the RRB Technician Gr-I Answer Key 2026 covers all examination dates; additionally, a specific answer key notice for the 13 March 2026 exam has been released separately in both Hindi and English.
Q4. Is there a fee for raising objections against the RRB Technician Gr-I Answer Key 2026? Yes, a nominal fee per question is charged when submitting objections; moreover, this fee is typically refunded if the objection raised by the candidate is found to be valid by the Railway Recruitment Board.
Q5. What is the key qualification requirement for the Technician Grade-I (Signal) post? Candidates must hold a BE / B.Tech, Engineering Diploma, or B.Sc. in Engineering in the relevant discipline and must be within the maximum age of 33 years as on 01 July 2025 to be eligible for the Technician Grade-I (Signal) post under CEN No. 02/2025.