The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Notification under CEN 09/2025 for the recruitment of 22,195 Group D (Level-1) posts across 16 Railway Zones in India. Eligible candidates can submit the RRB Group D Online Application Form through the official RRB websites. The last date to apply online is 02 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
This article provides complete and detailed information about RRB Group D Recruitment 2026, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, medical standards, application fee, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, PET details, reservation rules, document verification, medical examination, and step-by-step application procedure.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Overview (CEN 09/2025)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways |
| Post Name | Group D – Level 1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 Posts |
| Railway Zones | 16 Zones |
| Qualification | 10th Pass / ITI / NAC (NCVT) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 Years (as on 01-01-2026) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Start Date | 31-01-2026 (00:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 02-03-2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 04-03-2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Official Websites | www.indianrailways.gov.in & RRB websites |
RRB Group D Vacancy 2026 – Post-wise Details
| Post Name | Department | Medical Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Track Maintainer-IV | Engineering (P Way) | B1 |
| Pointsman B | Traffic | A2 |
| Assistant (S & T) | Signal & Telecommunication | B1 |
| Assistant TRD | Electrical (TRD) | B1 |
| Assistant Operations | Electrical (GS/Workshop/Diesel) | B1/C1 |
| Assistant C&W | Mechanical | B1 |
| Assistant Track Machine | Engineering (Track Machine) | A3 |
| Assistant TL & AC | Electrical | B1 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical Shed/Diesel Shed | B1 |
| Assistant Bridge | Engineering | B1 |
| Assistant P.Way | Engineering | B1 |
| Other Assistant Posts | Electrical / S&T / Engineering / Mechanical | A2/A3/B1/C1 |
Total Vacancies: 22,195 Posts
Railway Zone-wise Vacancy Distribution (Major Zones)
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Western Railway (Mumbai): 3,166
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Northern Railway (Delhi): 3,537
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Central Railway (Mumbai): 2,157
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Eastern Railway (Kolkata): 1,078
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Remaining vacancies distributed across NFR, NER, SCR, SR, SWR, WCR, ECR, ECoR, SECR, NWR, NCR, SER
📌 Detailed zone-wise and post-wise vacancy list is available in Annexure-B of the official notification. Vacancies are provisional.
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025
Educational Qualification (as on 02-03-2026)
Candidates must possess any one of the following:
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10th Pass (Matriculation/SSC/SSLC), OR
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ITI from a recognized institute, OR
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Equivalent qualification, OR
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National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT
❌ Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible
❌ Diploma/Degree in Engineering will not be accepted in place of ITI/NAC
Medical Standards
| Medical Standard | Distant Vision | Near Vision |
|---|---|---|
| A2 | 6/9, 6/9 without glasses | Sn 0.6, 0.6 |
| A3 | 6/9, 6/9 with/without glasses | Sn 0.6, 0.6 |
| B1 | 6/9, 6/12 with/without glasses | Sn 0.6, 0.6 |
| C1 | 6/12, 6/18 | Sn 0.6, 0.6 |
🔹 LASIK surgery candidates are not eligible for A2 & A3 posts
🔹 Medical fitness must be as per IRMM Vol-I Chapter-5
🔹 No alternative appointment for medically unfit candidates
Age Limit for RRB Group D 2026 (as on 01-01-2026)
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
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Maximum Age (UR/EWS): 33 Years
Upper Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | Up to 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to 8 Years |
| Railway Staff (3+ yrs) | Up to 45 Years |
| Widowed/Divorced Women | Up to 40 Years |
📌 Maximum age limit (except ExSM): 52 Years
📌 Matriculation certificate is the only proof of age
Application Fee for RRB Group D 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹500 (₹400 refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / ExSM / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 (Fully refundable on CBT appearance) |
💳 Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
💰 Refund credited only to Aadhaar-linked bank account
Important Dates – RRB Group D CEN 09/2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 31-01-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02-03-2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 04-03-2026 |
| Modification Window | 05-03-2026 to 14-03-2026 |
| CBT Exam | To be notified |
| PET / DV / ME | To be notified |
RRB Group D Selection Process 2026
Stage-1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Duration: 90 Minutes (120 with scribe)
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Total Questions: 100
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Negative Marking: 1/3
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 |
| General Science | 25 |
| Reasoning | 30 |
| Current Affairs | 20 |
Stage-2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (Qualifying)
| Category | Weight Carrying | Running |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 35 kg – 100 m in 2 min | 1000 m in 4:15 |
| Female | 20 kg – 100 m in 2 min | 1000 m in 5:40 |
| Transgender | Same as Female | Same as Female |
✔️ PwBD, ExSM & CCAA are exempted
Stage-3: Document Verification (DV)
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Shortlisting ratio: 1:1
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Original certificates mandatory
Stage-4: Medical Examination (ME)
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Conducted by Railway Medical Authorities
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Appeal allowed once
Final Merit & Appointment
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Based on CBT marks (normalized)
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Subject to PET, DV & Medical fitness
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Tie-breaking: Age → Alphabetical order
Reservation & Relaxation
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Vertical: SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS
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Horizontal: ExSM, PwBD, CCAA
Detailed reservation rules for OBC-NCL, EWS, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, CCAA are strictly as per the official notification.
How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
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Visit official RRB website
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Create an account / Login
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Select CEN 09/2025
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Choose one Railway Zone
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Fill application form
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Upload live photo & signature
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Pay application fee
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Submit and download form
RRB Group D Important Links
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Apply Online: Click Here
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Official Notification PDF: Click Here
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Corrigendum: Click Here
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Short Notice PDF: Click Here
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Official Website: Click Here
