Railway Recruitment Board has fixed Technician CBT‑1 for October 6 to 9, 2026. The schedule was posted today across regional websites, ending uncertainty around slots. Aspirants now have a short runway for logistics and revision. This briefing maps admit card dates, shift rules, syllabus weight, and a practical 24‑day sprint.
CBT‑1 covers Technician Grade I Signal and Grade III under Centralised Employment Notice 02/2026. As per RRB protocol, city‑intimation typically goes live 10 days prior, and e‑call letters release four days before the allotted slot. For October 6–9, expect city slips around September 26–29 and hall tickets from October 2–5.
How to download RRB Technician 2026 admit card and city slip
Visit your regional RRB site, open the admit card or city‑intimation link, and log in with registration details. Keep Aadhaar unlocked in UIDAI to avoid biometric delays at entry. Verify your name and date of birth against Class 10 records. Read every instruction printed on the e‑call letter.
RRB Technician CBT‑1 dates and timeline table
Use this timeline to book travel, plan revision peaks, and schedule mock tests. Shift timings will appear only on the e‑call letter. Always cross‑check your regional RRB page for venue changes or updates, as the board can modify schedules if operational needs arise.
| Exam date | City slip by | Admit card from | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Oct 2026 | 26 Sep 2026 | 2 Oct 2026 | Freeze travel; verify venue and reporting time. |
| 7 Oct 2026 | 27 Sep 2026 | 3 Oct 2026 | Complete two full‑length mocks; review errors. |
| 8 Oct 2026 | 28 Sep 2026 | 4 Oct 2026 | Revise formulas and high‑yield science notes. |
| 9 Oct 2026 | 29 Sep 2026 | 5 Oct 2026 | Pack documents; plan centre arrival buffer. |
RRB Technician CBT‑1 syllabus, pattern and negative marking
CBT‑1 is objective, 100 questions for 100 marks. Grade I adds basics of computers and engineering; Grade III emphasises general science. One‑third marks are deducted for each wrong answer. Prioritise Mathematics, Reasoning, and core Science chapters; then plug awareness gaps with daily capsules and sectional mocks.
Documents and exam‑day rules for RRB Technician 2026
Carry the printed e‑call letter, original photo ID (Aadhaar preferred), and recent photographs. Electronic devices, watches, calculators, belts, and metallic items are banned; pens are provided at centres. Aadhaar‑based biometric is mandatory, so arrive early. Recheck city slips by September 26–29 and download hall tickets from October 2–5.
