Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released an employment notification for the recruitment of approximately 22,195 Group D / Level 1 posts under various zones of Indian Railways against Advertisement No. CEN 09/2025. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB recruitment portal within the prescribed dates.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 09/2025 |
| Post Name | Group D / Level 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 |
| Pay Level | Level-1 of 7th CPC |
| Basic Pay | ₹18,000/- per month |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
About RRB Group D Recruitment
RRB Group D recruitment is conducted to fill Level 1 posts across various railway zones. Selected candidates will be appointed in different units of Indian Railways and will be governed by the rules of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Vacancy Details (RRB-wise / Zone-wise)
| Railway Zone | Headquarters | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Western Railway | Mumbai | 3,148 |
| North Western Railway | Jaipur | 974 |
| South Western Railway | Hubli | 90 |
| West Central Railway | Jabalpur | 1,147 |
| East Coast Railway | Bhubaneswar | 803 |
| South East Central Railway | Bilaspur | 1,199 |
| Northern Railway | New Delhi | 3,537 |
| Southern Railway | Chennai | 1,036 |
| North Eastern Railway | Gorakhpur | 1,196 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | Guwahati | 1,776 |
| Eastern Railway | Kolkata | 1,180 |
| Central Railway | Mumbai | 2,012 |
| East Central Railway | Hajipur | 976 |
| North Central Railway | Allahabad | 1,183 |
| South Eastern Railway | Kolkata | 955 |
| South Central Railway | Secunderabad | 1,016 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have any one of the following qualifications:
- Class 10th (Matriculation) pass, or
- ITI, or
- Equivalent qualification, or
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Economically Backward Class | ₹250/- |
| Others | ₹500/- |
Refund of Examination Fee
- ₹250/- will be refunded to SC, ST, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, Minority Communities and Economically Backward Class candidates after appearing in CBT.
- ₹400/- will be refunded to other candidates out of ₹500/- after appearing in CBT.
How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
- Scroll down to the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on Online Application Form.
- Complete registration by clicking on Register Now.
- Fill in personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee as per category.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
- Starting date of online application: 31 January 2026 (00:00 Hrs)
- Last date of online application: 09 March 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
Important Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Revised Timeline | Click Here |
| Short Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Selection Process of RRB Group D Recruitment
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
Cut-Off Marks
- UR / EWS: 40%
- OBC (NCL): 30%
- SC / ST: 30%
PwBD candidates may get a relaxation of 2% in case of shortage.
Syllabus for RRB Group D CBT
Mathematics
Number System, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern, etc.
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation, Directions, Classification, Analytical Reasoning, Decision Making, etc.
General Science
Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences of Class 10 (CBSE level).
General Awareness
Current Affairs related to Science & Technology, Sports, Culture, Economics, Politics, and Important Events.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
PET Standards
| Parameter | Male | Female |
| Weight Carrying | 35 kg for 100 m in 2 minutes | 20 kg for 100 m in 2 minutes |
| Running | 1000 m in 4 min 15 sec | 1000 m in 5 min 40 sec |
Passing PET is mandatory and qualifying in nature.
Document Verification & Medical Examination
- Candidates equal to the number of vacancies will be called for DV in a 1:1 ratio.
- Tie-breaking will be done based on age (older first) and then alphabetical order.
- Final appointment is subject to medical fitness and verification of documents.
FAQs – RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in RRB Group D 2026?
Approximately 22,000 vacancies.
Q2. What is the minimum qualification for RRB Group D?
10th pass or ITI or NAC from NCVT.
Q3. What is the age limit for RRB Group D recruitment?
18 to 33 years as on 01/01/2026.
Q4. Is PET compulsory for RRB Group D?
Yes, PET is mandatory and qualifying in nature.
