The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) conducts the RRB Group D Examination every year to appoint eligible candidates to Level-1 posts in Indian Railways. These posts include Pointsman, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, Assistant TL & AC, and other technical and non-technical roles.
As per the latest update, RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 (CEN 09/2025) has been officially announced for 22,195 vacancies. Candidates who have passed Class 10th / ITI / NAC (NCVT) are eligible to submit their applications online starting from 31 January 2026. This article provides complete details regarding the RRB Group D Notification 2026, including eligibility, important dates, vacancy distribution, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, and selection process.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB Group D Exam 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement Number | CEN 09/2025 |
| Recruitment Cycle | 2026 |
| Post Level | Level 1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 31 Jan 2026 – 04 Mar 2026 |
| Salary | ₹18,000 Basic Pay |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Selection Process | CBT, PET, DV & Medical Test |
| Official Website | rrbcdg.gov.in |
Latest RRB Group D Updates (As on 4 February 2026)
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RRB Group D Notification 2026 released on 30 January 2026
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Online application link activated from 31 January 2026
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A total of 22,195 Level-1 vacancies announced
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Selection includes CBT, PET, Document Verification & Medical Exam
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CBT will consist of 100 MCQs with 1/3rd negative marking
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In-hand salary ranges between ₹22,500 – ₹25,380
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Minimum qualification updated to 10th pass / ITI / NAC (NCVT)
RRB Group D Notification 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board has published the detailed RRB Group D Notification 2026 under advertisement number CEN 09/2025. The notification includes complete information regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, and selection stages.
Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the official notification PDF before applying to avoid any errors during the registration process.
Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Release | 23 December 2025 |
| Detailed Notification Release | 30 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 March 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 04 March 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 05 – 14 March 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
RRB Group D Vacancy 2026 – Post-Wise Distribution
| Post Name | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | Engineering | 11,000 |
| Pointsman-B | Traffic | 5,000 |
| Assistant (S & T) | Signal & Telecom | 1,500 |
| Assistant (C & W) | Mechanical | 1,000 |
| Assistant (TRD) | Electrical | 800 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | Engineering | 600 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | Engineering | 600 |
| Assistant (TL & AC) | Electrical | 500 |
| Assistant Operations | Electrical | 500 |
| Assistant (P-Way) | Engineering | 300 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical | 200 |
| Total | 22,195 |
RRB Group D Vacancy Trend (Previous Years)
| Year | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 62,097 |
| 2019 | 1,03,769 |
| 2024 | 32,438 |
| 2026 | 22,195 |
RRB Group D Apply Online 2026 – Direct Link
The RRB Group D Application Form 2026 is available online from 31 January 2026. Eligible candidates must complete registration, upload documents, and pay the application fee before 02 March 2026.
Steps to Apply Online for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
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Visit the official website rrbapply.gov.in
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Click on New Registration
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Enter personal and educational details
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Verify email ID and mobile number via OTP
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Login using registration credentials
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Fill Part-I & Part-II of the application
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Upload photograph, signature & documents
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Pay application fee
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Submit final application
RRB Group D Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
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| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Female / PwBD / Transgender | ₹250 |
Fee Refund (After CBT Appearance):
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General/OBC: ₹400 refunded
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Reserved categories: Full ₹250 refunded
RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026
Nationality
Candidates must be:
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Indian citizen, or
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Citizen of Nepal/Bhutan, or
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Tibetan refugee (before 1 Jan 1962), or
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Person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries
Educational Qualification
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10th pass / ITI / NAC (NCVT)
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Engineering Diploma/Degree not accepted
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Final year candidates are not eligible
Age Limit (As on 01 Jan 2025)
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Minimum: 18 years
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Maximum: 33 years
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Age relaxation applicable as per government rules
RRB Group D Selection Process 2026
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Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
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Document Verification
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Medical Examination
RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
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Duration: 90 minutes
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Negative marking: 1/3rd mark per wrong answer
RRB Group D Salary 2026
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Basic Pay: ₹18,000
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In-hand Salary: ₹22,500 – ₹25,380
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Allowances: DA, HRA, TA, Medical, Overtime
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Annual Package: ₹3 – ₹5 Lakh (Approx.)
RRB Group D Admit Card 2026
The admit card will be released 4 days before CBT. Candidates must download it using their registration number and date of birth. It is mandatory to carry a valid photo ID along with the admit card.
RRB Group D Result & Answer Key 2026
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Provisional answer key released after CBT
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Objection window provided
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Final answer key released after review
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Results declared phase-wise on official RRB websites
RRB Group D Important Links
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced for RRB Group D 2026?
A total of 22,195 vacancies.
Q2. What is the qualification required for RRB Group D?
10th pass / ITI / NAC (NCVT).
Q3. What is the selection process for RRB Group D?
CBT → PET → DV → Medical Test.
Q4. What is the age limit for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026?
18 to 33 years (with relaxation).
Q5. What is the last date to apply online?
02 March 2026.
