RRB Group D 2025 Court Case Update: CBT Exam to Begin from 17 November

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially announced the tentative schedule for the RRB Group D 2025 CBT Exam under CEN No. 08/2024. According to the notice, the Computer Based Test (CBT) for Level 1 posts under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix will start from 17th November 2025 and continue till 31st December 2025. This long-awaited update brings clarity for lakhs of candidates who have been waiting for the exam schedule amidst the ongoing RRB Group D eligibility court case.

RRB CEN 08/2024 Exam Schedule

The RRB Group D 2025 Computer Based Test will be conducted for various Level 1 posts across multiple railway zones in India.

City Intimation and Admit Card Release

RRB will soon release the admit card and city intimation schedule for RRB Group D 2025 CBT.

• City Intimation & Free Travel Pass (SC/ST): About 10 days before the exam.
• Admit Card (E-Call Letter): 4 days before the scheduled exam date.
• Mode of Exam: Online Computer Based Test (CBT).

All candidates must download their admit card and city slip only from the official RRB website corresponding to their region.

Aadhaar Based Biometric Verification

As part of the new verification system, Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will be mandatory at all exam centres.

• Candidates must carry their original Aadhaar Card or an e-verified Aadhaar printout.
• Those who haven’t completed Aadhaar verification should update their details at www.rrbapply.gov.in well in advance.

This step ensures transparency, eliminates impersonation, and maintains fairness during the recruitment process.

Key Instructions for Candidates

Candidates appearing for the RRB Group D 2025 CBT Exam should strictly follow the instructions mentioned in the official notification.

1. Ensure your Aadhaar is unlocked in the UIDAI system before exam day.
2. Download all updates, city intimation, and admit cards only from official RRB websites.
3. Avoid relying on unofficial or fake job links; RRB recruitment is completely merit-based.
4. Keep valid photo ID proof and admit card ready for verification at the exam centre.
5. Stay alert against touts and fraudulent agencies making false job promises.

RRB Group D Case: 10th vs ITI Eligibility Dispute

The RRB Group D 10th vs ITI eligibility case has been a key reason behind the delay in the recruitment process. The dispute revolves around whether only ITI-qualified candidates should be eligible for Group D posts or if 10th pass candidates should also continue to be eligible. As per the latest update, the next court hearing regarding the 10th vs ITI eligibility issue is scheduled for 30th October 2025.

The RRB Group D 2025 CBT Exam is all set to begin from 17th November 2025, with the recruitment process moving ahead after months of uncertainty. Candidates should now focus on their preparation and keep all documents ready for the exam.