Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2025 for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026. Through this large-scale recruitment drive, a total of 22,195 vacancies will be filled for Level-1 posts under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix across different zones of Indian Railways.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 31 January 2026, and the last date to submit the application form is 2 March 2026. Aspirants are advised to carefully review eligibility conditions, selection process, and zone-wise vacancy details before applying.
| Recruitment Name | RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 |
| CEN Number | 09/2025 |
| Post Name | Various Group D (Level-1) Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 |
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Pay Level | Level-1 (7th CPC) |
| Initial Pay | ₹18,000 per month |
| Qualification | 10th Pass / ITI / NAC |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 March 2026 |
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Posts Included Under RRB Group D
The recruitment covers multiple Level-1 technical and non-technical posts, including:
- Assistant TRD
- Assistant Operations (Electrical)
- Assistant TL & AC
- Assistant (Signal & Telecommunication)
- Pointsman-B
- Assistant Track Machine
- Track Maintainer-IV
- Assistant Bridge
- Assistant Carriage & Wagon
- Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical)
- Assistant P.Way
All selected candidates will receive an initial salary of ₹18,000 per month, along with admissible allowances as per Railway rules.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following:
- 10th Pass from a recognised board
- ITI Certificate from NCVT/SCVT
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and other eligible categories as per Government of India norms.
Medical Standards
Candidates must meet prescribed medical standards such as A2, A3, B1, or C1, depending on the post applied for.
Railway Zone-wise Vacancy Distribution
| RRB Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 5,127 |
| New Delhi / Chandigarh | 3,537 |
| Kolkata | 2,037 |
| Guwahati | 1,776 |
| Bilaspur | 1,199 |
| Gorakhpur | 1,196 |
| Allahabad | 1,183 |
| Jabalpur / Bhopal | 1,147 |
| Chennai | 1,036 |
| Secunderabad | 1,012 |
| Hajipur / Patna | 993 |
| Jaipur | 974 |
| Bhubaneswar | 803 |
| Hubli / Bangalore | 90 |
| Total | 22,195 |
Detailed post-wise and railway-wise vacancies are available in Annexure-B of the official notification.
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee | Refund Status |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (NCL) | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded after CBT |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 | Fully refunded after CBT |
Note: Fee refund is applicable only to candidates who appear in the Computer Based Test (CBT). Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Selection Process for RRB Group D 2026
The recruitment process consists of the following stages:
1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
- 100 questions (1 mark each)
- Subjects: General Science, Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness & Current Affairs
- Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD with scribe)
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for each wrong answer
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Qualifying in nature
- Conducted at three times the vacancy
PET Standards:
| Category | Weight Carry | Running |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 35 kg for 100 m in 2 min | 1000 m in 4 min 15 sec |
| Female | 20 kg for 100 m in 2 min | 1000 m in 5 min 40 sec |
Ex-Servicemen, PwBD candidates (as applicable), and Course Completed Act Apprentices are exempted from PET.
3. Document Verification (DV)
4. Medical Examination
Final selection will depend on merit, document verification, and medical fitness.
How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
Candidates must submit only one application to one Railway Zone. Multiple applications will lead to rejection.
Steps to Apply Online:
- Visit the official website of any RRB
- Click on “Apply for CEN No. 09/2025”
- Create an account or log in using existing credentials
- Fill in personal, educational, and post preference details
- Upload live photograph and signature as per guidelines
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Applicants may also apply through Common Service Centre’s (CSC) under the Digital India initiative.
Important Dates: RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
| Notification Release | 31 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 March 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 4 March 2026 |
| Modification Window | 5–14 March 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 15–19 March 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified |
| PET / DV | To be notified |
Important Links of RRB Group D Recruitment
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
