RRB Group D Physical Test Date 2026 Out, PET Starts From 25 July Onwards

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RRB Group D Physical Test Schedule 2026 for candidates who have qualified in the Computer-Based Test (CBT). As per the latest update, the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) is scheduled to be conducted from 25th July 2026 onwards.

In this article, we provide the latest updates on the RRB Group D PET Zone-wise Dates 2026, including the schedule, selection criteria, documents required, important instructions, and much more.

RRB Group D Physical Test Dates 2026 Out

Candidates who have qualified the Computer Based Test (CBT) are required to appear for the RRB Group D Physical Efficiency Test (PET), which is qualifying in nature. Those who clear the PET are then called for Document Verification, where original certificates, identity proof, and eligibility documents are checked in detail.

The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) has been tentatively scheduled from 25th July 2026 till September 2026. The PET will be conducted zone-wise by different Railway Recruitment Cells.

RRB Group D PET Details 2026: Overview

Particular	Details
Recruitment Authority	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Recruitment	RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
Advertisement	CEN 08/2024
Stage	Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
RRB Group D Physical Test Schedule 2026	25th July 2026 onwards
Mode	Offline Physical Test
Qualifying Nature	Yes
Next Stage	Document Verification & Medical Examination

RRB Group D Physical Exam Schedule 2026

RRB/RRC Zone	PET Dates	Official Notice
Ajmer (North Western Railway)	29th July to 1st August 2026	Click Here
Prayagraj (North Central Railway)	25th July to 28th July 2026	Click Here
Patna (East Central Railway)	28th July to 29th July 2026	Click Here
Bengaluru (South Western Railway)	30th July to 31st July 2026	–
Ahmedabad (Western Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Bhopal (West Central Railway)	31st August to 3rd September 2026	–
Bhubaneswar (East Coast Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Bilaspur (South East Central Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Chandigarh (Northern Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Chennai (Southern Railway)	29th to 31st July 2026	Click Here
Gorakhpur (North Eastern Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Guwahati (Northeast Frontier Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Jammu-Srinagar (Northern Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Kolkata (Eastern Railway & South Eastern Railway)	September 2026	Click Here
Malda (Eastern Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Mumbai (Central Railway & Western Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Muzaffarpur (East Central Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Ranchi (South Eastern Railway)	9th to 11th September 2026	–
Secunderabad (South Central Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Siliguri (Northeast Frontier Railway)	To Be Announced	–
Thiruvananthapuram (Southern Railway)	To Be Announced	–

RRB Group D PET Admit Card 2026 out- Click to Check

RRB Group D PET Admit Card 2026

The PET admit card will be released 4 days before each zone’s PET date, on the respective RRC’s regional website. The dates vary by zone since PET is conducted zone-wise.

The admit card carries the candidate’s name, roll number, PET date, reporting time, venue address, and exam-day instructions.

Candidates can log in with their Registration Number and Date of Birth/Password on the RRC website, download, and carry a printed copy with a valid photo ID to the venue.

RRB Group D PET PMT Criteria 2026

The PET consists of running and weight lifting tasks. Candidates must complete both activities successfully in a single attempt. Candidates must keep in mind that this test is qualifying in nature. Candidates failing to meet any prescribed standard will not be considered for further stages of the recruitment process.

PET Standards for Male Candidates

Activity	Requirement
Weight Lifting	Lift and carry 35 kg for 100 metres within 2 minutes without putting the weight down
Running	Run 1000 metres in 4 minutes 15 seconds in one attempt

PET Standards for Female Candidates

Activity	Requirement
Weight Lifting	Lift and carry 20 kg for 100 metres within 2 minutes without putting the weight down
Running	Run 1000 metres in 5 minutes 40 seconds in one attempt

Documents Required for RRB Group D PET 2026

Candidates should carry the following documents on the day of the Physical Efficiency Test:

Document

PET Call Letter

Original Photo Identity Proof

Aadhaar Card (if applicable)

Passport-size Photographs

CBT Result/Shortlisting Proof

Other documents mentioned in PET Call Letter

Important Instructions for RRB Group D Physical Test 2026

Candidates should keep the following instructions in mind for a smooth PET experience:

Reach the PET venue well before the reporting time.
Carry all original documents along with photocopies, if instructed.
Wear comfortable sports clothing and running shoes.
Follow all instructions issued by the Railway Recruitment Cell.
Candidates suffering from temporary injuries or illness may not receive another opportunity to appear for the PET.
Mobile phones and electronic gadgets are generally prohibited inside the PET venue.

What Happens After the RRB Group D PET?

Candidates who successfully qualify the Physical Efficiency Test will be called for the next stages of the selection process. Only candidates clearing all these stages will receive the final appointment letter.