RRB Technician Grade 3 Exam Date 2026 Released: CBT on 6–9 October, Check Shift Timings
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB Technician Grade 3 Exam Date 2026 for CEN 02/2026. The Computer Based Test (CBT) will be held from 6 to 9 October 2026 in three shifts per day. This is a single-stage CBT for Technician Grade 1 (Signal) and Technician Grade 3 posts.
Below you’ll find the complete exam schedule, shift-wise timings, reporting time guidelines, and the official source link — updated as soon as RRB confirms city/date intimation and admit card release.
Quick summary: CEN 02/2026 | Exam dates: 6, 7, 8, 9 October 2026 | 3 shifts daily | Single-stage CBT | Official site: rrbapply.gov.in
RRB Technician Grade 3 Exam Date 2026 — Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Notification | CEN No. 02/2026 |
| Post | Technician Grade 1 (Signal) & Technician Grade 3 |
| Exam Type | Computer Based Test (CBT), Single Stage |
| Exam Date 2026 | 6, 7, 8 & 9 October 2026 |
| Shifts Per Day | 3 |
| Application Status Check | From 11 September 2026 |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Technician Grade 3 Exam Date & Shift Timing 2026
The CBT will run across four days with three shifts each day. Reporting time is typically 60–90 minutes before the shift starts, so always follow the exact time printed on your e-call letter.
| Shift | Timing |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (Morning) | 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| Shift 2 (Afternoon) | 01:00 PM – 02:30 PM |
| Shift 3 (Evening) | 05:00 PM – 06:30 PM |
Note: Your personal shift and exam city depend on the roll number allotted on your admit card. Not every candidate is scheduled on all four dates — check your individual e-call letter for the exact date and shift assigned to you.
RRB Technician Exam Date 2026: Day-Wise Schedule
| Exam Day | Date | Shifts Conducted |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 6 October 2026 | Shift 1, 2, 3 |
| Day 2 | 7 October 2026 | Shift 1, 2, 3 |
| Day 3 | 8 October 2026 | Shift 1, 2, 3 |
| Day 4 | 9 October 2026 | Shift 1, 2, 3 |
How to Check Your RRB Technician Grade 3 Exam Date
- Visit your regional RRB website (e.g., rrbapply.gov.in or your zone’s RRB portal).
- Click on the CEN 02/2026 Technician notification link.
- Look for “Exam Date & City Intimation”.
- Enter your registration number and date of birth.
- Your allotted exam date, shift, and city will be displayed — download and save it.
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
- Admit card / e-call letter (printed copy)
- Original photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, or Passport) — photocopies are not accepted
- Passport-size photograph (same as uploaded during application, if specified on the call letter)
Important Dates Related to RRB Technician CEN 02/2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Status Check Begins | 11 September 2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | 6–9 October 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions – Grade 3 Exam Date
Q1. What is the RRB Technician Grade 3 exam date 2026?
The CBT for RRB Technician Grade 3 (CEN 02/2026) is scheduled from 6 to 9 October 2026.
Q2. How many shifts will be conducted per day for the RRB Technician exam?
Three shifts will be conducted each day — morning (9:00–10:30 AM), afternoon (1:00–2:30 PM), and evening (5:00–6:30 PM).
Q3. Is the RRB Technician Grade 3 exam conducted in a single stage?
Yes, for CEN 02/2026, the CBT for Technician Grade 3 is a single-stage examination.
Q4. Where can I check my exact RRB Technician exam date and shift?
Your individual exam date, shift, and city are available under the “Exam Date & City Intimation” link on your regional RRB website once released.