The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Technician Grade-I Answer Key 2026 on its official website. This is a significant update for candidates who appeared in the Technician Grade-I (Signal) examination conducted under Advertisement No. CEN 02/2025. The Grade-I Answer Key specifically covering the exam held on 13 March 2026 is now available for download.
The RRB Technician Grade-I Answer Key 2026 was released on 28 March 2026, while the Grade-III Answer Key was already released earlier on 19 March 2026. Candidates must download their respective answer keys immediately, match their responses, calculate their expected scores, and raise objections against any incorrect answers within the official objection window. All direct links are provided below.
RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 02/2025 |
| Post Name | Technician Grade-I (Signal) & Technician Grade-III |
| Total Vacancies | 6,238 Posts |
| Exam Conducted | 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 Announced |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates – RRB Technician CEN 02/2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 28 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09 August 2025 |
| 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 |
| Revised Exam 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 Announced |
Important: The objection window against the answer key will be open for a limited period. Candidates must check the official RRB regional website immediately for the exact objection submission deadline.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹250/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹250/- |
| Correction Charge | ₹250/- |
Payment Mode: Fee was accepted through the following online methods:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2025)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-III | 18 Years | 30 Years |
| Technician Grade-I (Signal) | 18 Years | 33 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates as per Railway norms and as mentioned in the official CEN 02/2025 notification.
Total Vacancies – 6,238 Posts
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Railway RRB Technician (Gr-I & Gr-III) | 6,238 Posts |
Zone-wise and post-wise detailed vacancy breakdown is available in the official RRB CEN 02/2025 notification on respective RRB regional websites.
Eligibility Criteria – RRB Technician 2025
| Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I (Signal) | Candidates must hold a BE / B.Tech, Engineering Diploma, or B.Sc. in Engineering in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution. |
| Technician Grade-III (Open Line, Workshop & PUs) | Candidates must have passed Class 10 with an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT, OR passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). |
Selection Process – RRB Technician 2025
The selection will be conducted through three stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) – Objective type online examination (completed on 06, 09, 10 & 13 March 2026)
- Document Verification (DV) – Verification of original educational and personal documents
- Medical Examination – Health and fitness test as per Railway medical standards
Answer Key Release Summary – RRB Technician 2026
| Grade | Exam Covered | Answer Key Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade-III | 06, 09 & 10 March 2026 | 19 March 2026 |
| Technician Grade-I | 13 March 2026 | 28 March 2026 |
Note for Grade-I Candidates: The Grade-I Answer Key released on 28 March 2026 specifically covers the examination conducted on 13 March 2026. Use the Grade-I Answer Key link below to download your response sheet and answer key.
How to Download RRB Technician Grade-I Answer Key 2026
The answer key is now live. Follow these steps to download it:
- Visit the official RRB website – Open the official RRB regional website from which you had applied, or go to indianrailways.gov.in.
- Go to Latest Notifications – Click on the “Latest Notification / CEN / Exam Schedule” section on the homepage.
- Find the Grade-I Answer Key link – Look for “RRB Technician Grade-I Answer Key 2026 – CEN 02/2025 (Exam: 13 March)” and click on it.
- Log in to your account – Enter your Enrollment Number / Registration Number and Date of Birth or Password.
- View your response sheet – Your candidate response sheet along with the official Grade-I answer key will appear on the screen.
- Download the PDF – Save the answer key PDF on your device for offline reference.
- Calculate your expected score – Match your responses with the official key to estimate your total marks.
- Raise objections if needed – Challenge any incorrect answer through the official RRB portal before the objection deadline closes.
How to Raise Objections Against RRB Technician Grade-I Answer Key 2026
- Log in to the official RRB candidate portal using your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- Navigate to the “Challenge Answer Key / Raise Objection” section.
- Select the specific question number you wish to challenge.
- Provide the correct answer along with supporting references or documentary evidence.
- Pay the objection fee – A nominal fee per question is charged. This is typically refunded if the objection is upheld by the expert committee.
- Submit all objections before the official deadline.
A Final Answer Key will be published by RRB after reviewing all valid objections, which will be used to prepare the result.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Grade-I Answer Key | Click Here |
| Check Grade-I Answer Key Notice (Hindi) | Click Here |
| Check Grade-I Answer Key Notice (English) | Click Here |
| Download Grade-III Answer Key | Click Here |
| Check Grade-III Answer Key Notice (Hindi) | Click Here |
| Check Grade-III Answer Key Notice (English) | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Application Status | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| RRB Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Has the RRB Technician Grade-I Answer Key 2026 been released? Yes, the RRB Technician Grade-I Answer Key 2026 has been officially released on 28 March 2026 covering the exam held on 13 March 2026.
Q2. When was the RRB Technician Grade-III Answer Key released? The Grade-III Answer Key was released on 19 March 2026 covering exams held on 06, 09, and 10 March 2026.
Q3. Which exam date does the Grade-I Answer Key cover? The Grade-I Answer Key released on 28 March 2026 specifically covers the Technician Grade-I examination conducted on 13 March 2026.
Q4. How can I download the RRB Technician Grade-I Answer Key 2026? Visit the official RRB regional website, go to the Latest Notifications section, find the CEN 02/2025 Grade-I Answer Key link, and log in with your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
Q5. Can I raise objections against the RRB Technician Answer Key? Yes. Candidates can challenge incorrect answers through the official RRB portal within the objection window. A nominal per-question fee is charged and is typically refunded if the objection is valid.
Q6. How many total posts are in RRB Technician CEN 02/2025? A total of 6,238 posts for Technician Grade-I and Grade-III are available under this recruitment.
Q7. What is the selection process for RRB Technician 2025? Selection involves three stages — CBT Exam, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q8. What is the official website for RRB Technician recruitment? The official website is indianrailways.gov.in and the respective RRB regional websites.
