The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued the RRB Group D Notification 2026 on 30th January under CEN 09/2025. Through this recruitment drive, 21,997 vacancies have been announced for Level 1 posts across various railway zones in India. This is an excellent opportunity for 10th pass candidates aspiring to join Indian Railways. The online application process will begin on 31st January 2026 at the official website www.rrbapply.gov.in. Read on for complete details about the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026.
RRB Group D Notification 2026 PDF Download
The detailed RRB Group D Notification has been published on the RRB Zonal websites, and it contains complete information about vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, salary structure, and application procedure. Candidates can download the official RRB Group D Notification 2026 PDF through the direct link shared below.
Download RRB Group D Notification 2026 PDF
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name |
RRB Group D 2026
|
| Conducting Authority |
Railway Recruitment Board
|
| Post Level | Level 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 21,997 |
| Notification Date | 30th January 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 years |
| Selection Process |
CBT, PET/PST, Document Verification, Medical Test
|
| Basic Salary |
Rs 18,000 per month
|
| Official Website |
www.rrbapply.gov.in
|
Railway Group D Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Detailed Notification PDF Release Date | 30th January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 31st January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2nd March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| CBT Exam Date |
To be announced
|
About RRB Group D (Level 1) Exam
The RRB Group D (Level 1) Exam is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board to recruit candidates for various entry-level positions in the Indian Railways. It is a highly sought-after exam for candidates with a 10th pass or ITI qualification, offering an opportunity to secure a stable government job. This recruitment allows candidates to work in different railway zones across India in posts such as Track Maintainer, Assistant, and Pointsman.
Participating RRBs in Group D Recruitment
The Group D Vacancy 2026 is open for recruitment in the following Zonal Railway Recruitment Boards:
- RRB Ahmedabad
- RRB Ajmer
- RRB Bangalore
- RRB Bhopal
- RRB Bhubaneswar
- RRB Bilaspur
- RRB Chandigarh
- RRB Chennai
- RRB Gorakhpur
- RRB Guwahati
- RRB Kolkata
- RRB Mumbai
- RRB Patna
- RRB Prayagraj
- RRB Ranchi
- RRB Secunderabad
Qs. Can candidates apply for more than one RRB region in Group D 2026?
Ans. No, candidates are allowed to apply for only one RRB region. Multiple applications may lead to rejection of candidature
RRB Group D Level 1 Vacancy 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board has released the post-wise vacancy details for RRB Group D Level 1 posts. A total of 21,997 new vacancies have been announced this year for various positions, including Pointsman, Assistant, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, and Assistant TL & AC posts. heck the post-wise and zone-wise vacancy details below.
| Sr. No. | Post Name |
Number of Vacancies
|
| 1 | Assistant (Track Machine) | Update Soon |
| 2 | Assistant (Bridge) | Update Soon |
| 3 | Track Maintainer Gr. IV | Update Soon |
| 4 | Assistant (P-Way) | Update Soon |
| 5 | Assistant (TRD) | Update Soon |
| 6 | Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Update Soon |
| 7 | Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Update Soon |
| 8 | Assistant (TL & AC) | Update Soon |
| 9 | Assistant (C & W) | Update Soon |
| 10 | Pointsman-B | Update Soon |
| 11 | Assistant (S & T) | Update Soon |
| Total | 21,997 |
RRB Group D 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
| Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026) | • Minimum: 18 years • Maximum: 33 years • Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government rules |
| Educational Qualification | • Passed 10th Class OR • ITI from a recognised institute OR • National Apprenticeship Certificate (NCVT) OR • Diploma/Degree in Engineering |
| Nationality | • Indian citizens or eligible candidates as defined by the Government of India norms |
Qs. Can final-year candidates apply for RRB Group D 2026?
Ans. Candidates must possess the required qualification on or before the closing date of application. Final-year candidates are not eligible unless qualified.
Get Complete Details: RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026
RRB Group D 2026 Application Form
Interested candidates can register and apply for the Railway Group D Recruitment 2026 starting from 31 January 2026. The online application link will be activated on the official websites of the respective RRBs, and candidates can submit their applications as per their region and vacancy preference. The official apply link will be shared here, so stay tuned.
Railway Group D Form Fill Up Steps
Follow these simple steps given here to apply successfully for RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 online:
- Visit the regional Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) website.
- Click on “CEN-08/2024 Group D (Level-1)” on the homepage.
- First, complete the registration by entering basic details such as name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number.
- After registration, log in using your registration credentials.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
- Upload documents in required size and dimensions.
- Review all the information thoroughly before proceeding to avoid errors.
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the receipt
| RRB Group D Application Fee To Be Paid Online | |
| Category | Fee |
| GEN/OBC – Out of this fee of Rs 500, an amount of Rs 400 shall be refunded. | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ST/PWD/Transgender/Ex-Sm/Women/Minorities/Economically Backward. This fee of Rs 250 shall be refunded. | Rs. 250/- |
Documents Required for RRB Group D 2025 Online Form
| Document | Dimensions | Size |
| Photograph | 35mm x 45mm | 15-40 KB |
| Signature | – | 10-20 KB |
| Category Certificate | – | 50-100 KB |
RRB Group D 2026 Selection Procedure
Candidates who complete the application process for RRB Group D posts will move forward to the following stages of the selection process:
- Stage 1: Computer-Based Test
- Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test/Physical Standard Test
- Stage 3: Document Verification
- Stage 4: Medical Examination
Check in Detail: RRB Group D Selection Process 2026
RRB Group D 2026 Exam Pattern
The RRB Group D exam is conducted in online mode as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks in total. For every wrong answer, one-third of a mark is deducted as negative marking. Check the Group D exam pattern in the table below.
| Subject | Number of Questions/Total Marks | Question Type | Duration |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30/30 | MCQ-based | 90 Minutes (1 hour 30 Mins |
| General Science | 25/25 | ||
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20/20 | ||
| Mathematics | 25/25 | ||
| Total | 100/100 |
Read Detailed Syllabus: RRB Group D Syllabus 2026
RRB Group D Exam Medium: In addition to English and Hindi, the CBT examination will be conducted in 13 regional languages, including Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
RRB Group D Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards
Male and Female candidates applying for the Group D posts will have to qualify for the Physical Efficiency Test that will be conducted after the written exam.
| RRB Group D Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards | ||
| Category | Task 1: Weight Lifting | Task 2: Running |
| Male Candidates | Lift and carry 35 kg for 100 metres in under 2 minutes without stopping | Run 1000 metres in 4 minutes and 15 seconds in a single attempt |
| Female Candidates | Lift and carry 20 kg for 100 metres in under 2 minutes without stopping | Run 1000 metres in 5 minutes and 40 seconds in a single attempt |
RRB Group D 2026 Salary
Candidates selected through the RRB Group D 2026 recruitment will get a good starting salary along with multiple government benefits. The basic pay is Rs 18,000 per month. Apart from this, employees also receive extra allowances such as:
- Dearness Allowance,
- House Rent Allowance
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities
- Night duty allowance
- Overtime pay.
After adding these benefits, the monthly in-hand salary usually comes to around Rs 22,500 to Rs 25,380, depending on the place of posting. This makes the RRB Group D job a stable and attractive career option for candidates looking for long-term security in the Indian Railways.
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