The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) conduct the RRB Group D (Level-1) Recruitment Examination to recruit eligible candidates for various Level-1 posts in different railway zones across India. The recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a government job in the Indian Railways.
The Railway RRB Group D Exam City Details 2026 have been released for the RRB Group D (Level-1) Recruitment Examination 2026 under CEN No. 09/2025. Candidates who have successfully registered for 22,195 Group D vacancies can now check their allotted exam city, exam date, and shift details by logging into the official RRB portal.
The CBT-I examination will be conducted from 03 August to 21 August 2026, while the Exam City Intimation Slip was released on 24 July 2026. Candidates are advised to download their Exam City Details well before the examination and regularly visit the official website for the latest updates regarding the admit card and examination.
Recruitment Overview
The RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 aims to fill various Level-1 posts in different departments of Indian Railways through a Computer Based Test followed by other selection stages.
| Recruitment Name | Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 |
| Examination Name | RRB Group D (Level-1) Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 09/2025 |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 Posts |
| Post Level | Level-1 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all important events related to the recruitment process.
| Notification Release | 30 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 March 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 March 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 12–21 March 2026 |
| CBT-I Exam Date | 03–21 August 2026 |
| Exam City Details Release | 24 July 2026 (Out) |
| Admit Card Release | Before Examination |
| Result | To Be Announced |
Important Links
Candidates can use the following links to access important resources related to the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026.
| Download Exam City Details | Available |
| Application Status | Available |
| CBT-I Exam Date Notice | Available |
| Admit Card | Available Soon |
| Official Notification | – |
| Revised Vacancy Notice | – |
| Revised Exam Date Notice | – |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
Application Fee
The application fee was prescribed category-wise for the recruitment.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender | ₹250 |
Refund of Examination Fee
| Category | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender | ₹250 |
The application fee could be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS, Mobile Wallet, or other online payment methods.
Age Limit
Candidates were required to satisfy the prescribed age criteria as on 01 January 2026.
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates as per Government of India and Railway Recruitment Board rules.
Vacancy Details
A total of 22,195 vacancies have been announced for various Level-1 posts in Indian Railways.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | 5,053 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 597 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 600 |
| Track Maintainer Grade-IV | 11,032 |
| Assistant P-Way | 300 |
| Assistant (C&W) | 1,000 |
| Assistant TRD | 800 |
| Assistant (S&T) | 1,509 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 200 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 604 |
| Assistant TL & AC | 500 |
| Total | 22,195 |
Candidates can check the zone-wise vacancy distribution through the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification before the closing date of the online application.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Candidates should have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board or possess a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT. |
Candidates should carefully verify the eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification before appearing in the examination.
Selection Process
The selection process for Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages.
- Computer Based Test (CBT-I)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
The final selection will be made based on candidates’ performance in all the prescribed stages.
Details Mentioned on RRB Group D Exam City Slip 2026
After downloading the Exam City Intimation Slip, candidates should verify the following details carefully.
- Candidate’s Name
- Registration Number
- Roll Number
- Examination Date
- Exam City
- Shift Timing
- Reporting Time
- Exam Session
- Important Instructions
In case of any discrepancy, candidates should immediately contact their respective Railway Recruitment Board.
How to Check Railway RRB Group D Exam City Details 2026?
Candidates can download their Exam City Intimation Slip by following these simple steps.
- Visit the official website of your respective Railway Recruitment Board.
- Click on the RRB Group D Exam City Details 2026 link.
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth/Password.
- Complete the login process.
- View your allotted exam city, examination date, and shift details.
- Download the Exam City Intimation Slip.
- Take a printout for future reference.
Candidates are advised to download the Exam City Details well before the examination and regularly check the official website for the release of the admit card.
