The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Group D Notification 2026 under CEN 09/2025 to recruit 22,195 candidates for Level-1 posts across various railway zones in India. This recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for candidates who have passed Class 10th / ITI / NAC and are seeking a stable Indian Railways government job.
The RRB Group D online application process is currently active on all participating regional RRB websites and will remain open until 2 March 2026 (11:59 PM). Interested and eligible candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the deadline. Below, you can find complete details about RRB Group D Recruitment 2026, including vacancies, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, and application steps.
Latest RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Updates
- RRB Group D application window is active till 2 March 2026 (11:59 PM)
- CBT exam dates for Group D are yet to be announced
- Notification released for 22,195 Level-1 vacancies
- Selection process includes CBT, PET/PST, Document Verification & Medical Test
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB Group D 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Level | Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 |
| Application Dates | 31 January to 2 March 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 years |
| Selection Process | CBT, PET/PST, DV, Medical Test |
| Basic Pay | ₹18,000 per month |
| Official Website | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Group D Notification 2026 PDF
The RRB Group D Notification 2026 PDF contains complete information related to post-wise and zone-wise vacancies, eligibility conditions, age relaxation, exam pattern, syllabus, application procedure, salary details, and selection stages. Candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification Release | 30 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 4 March 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 5 – 14 March 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
RRB Group D Level-1 Vacancy 2026 (Zone-Wise)
A total of 22,195 vacancies have been announced across multiple railway zones for posts such as Pointsman, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, Assistant TL & AC, and others.
Zone-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Railway Zone | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 3,537 |
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 3,148 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 2,012 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 1,776 |
| South East Central Railway | 1,199 |
| North Eastern Railway | 1,196 |
| North Central Railway | 1,183 |
| Eastern Railway / Metro Kolkata | 1,180 |
| West Central Railway | 1,147 |
| South Central Railway | 1,016 |
| Southern Railway | 1,036 |
| East Central Railway | 976 |
| South Eastern Railway | 955 |
| North Western Railway | 974 |
| East Coast Railway | 803 |
| South Western Railway | 90 |
| Total | 22,195 |
Note: Northern, Western, and Central Railways have the highest number of vacancies.
Participating RRB Zones for Group D 2026
Candidates can apply to only one RRB zone from the following:
Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Bilaspur, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, Prayagraj, Ranchi, Secunderabad
Important: Multiple applications will result in cancellation of candidature.
RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
- Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government rules
Educational Qualification
- 10th Pass (Matriculation), OR
- ITI from a recognized institute, OR
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NCVT)
- Final-year candidates are not eligible
Nationality
- Indian citizen or as per Government of India eligibility norms
RRB Group D Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards
| Category | Weight Carrying | 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 |
RRB Group D Medical Standards
Candidates must meet the prescribed medical standards (A-2, A-3, B-1, B-2, C-1, C-2) related to vision, colour perception, binocular vision, and overall fitness, depending on the post applied for.
RRB Group D Apply Online 2026 – Steps to Apply
- Visit the official RRB website
- Click on CEN-09/2025 Group D (Level-1)
- Complete registration with basic details
- Login using registration credentials
- Fill personal and educational details
- Upload photograph, signature & certificates
- Pay application fee
- Submit form and download confirmation receipt
RRB Group D Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded after CBT |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-SM | ₹250 | Full refund after CBT |
Documents Required for RRB Group D Application
| Document | Size |
|---|---|
| Photograph | 15–40 KB |
| Signature | 10–20 KB |
| Category Certificate (if applicable) | 50–100 KB |
RRB Group D Selection Process 2026
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer
- Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS – 40%, OBC/SC/ST – 30%
RRB Group D Syllabus 2026
Subjects include:
- Mathematics
- General Science (Class 10 level)
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Awareness & Current Affairs
Topics cover Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs, Sports, Economics, Polity, and Technology.
RRB Group D CBT Language Options
The CBT will be conducted in:
English, Hindi, Bengali, Assamese, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Marathi, Manipuri, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
RRB Group D Salary 2026
- Basic Pay: ₹18,000
- In-Hand Salary: ₹22,500 – ₹25,380
- Allowances include DA, HRA, TA, Medical, Night Duty & Overtime
- Job security, promotions & pension benefits
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. Is RRB Group D Notification 2026 released?
Yes, it was released on 30 January 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are announced?
A total of 22,195 Level-1 vacancies.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
2 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q4. Can candidates apply to multiple RRB zones?
No, only one RRB zone is allowed.