Indian Railways has released the notification for the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 09/2025. This is one of the largest government recruitment drives of the year, with a total of 22,195 vacancies for various Level-1 posts across different railway zones and production units .
The online application process began on January 31, 2026, and the last date to apply has been extended to March 9, 2026 . Candidates who have not yet applied can submit their applications through the official portal before the deadline.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
A total of 22,195 vacancies are available across various Level-1 posts in Indian Railways . The post-wise distribution is as follows:
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
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| Pointsman B | 5,053 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 597 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 600 |
| Track Maintainer Grade IV | 11,032 |
| Assistant P-Way | 300 |
| Assistant (C&W) | 1,000 |
| Assistant TRD | 800 |
| Assistant (S&T) | 1,509 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 200 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 604 |
| Assistant TL & AC | 500 |
| Total | 22,195 |
Note: Some sources mention 21,997 vacancies, but the official figures confirm 22,195 posts .
Educational Qualification
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Minimum Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board .
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Alternative Qualification: ITI / NAC certificate from a recognized institution is also acceptable for certain technical posts .
Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026)
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 33 years
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Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms for reserved categories :
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SC/ST: 5 years
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OBC: 3 years
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Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
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Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Refund (after appearing in CBT) |
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| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded |
| SC / ST / PwD / Women / EBC / Transgender / Minority Communities | ₹250 | Fully refunded |
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Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI .
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of ₹18,000 per month under Pay Level-1 of the 7th Pay Commission .
With allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA), the gross monthly salary ranges from ₹25,000 to ₹30,000+, depending on the place of posting .
Selection Process
The selection will consist of multiple stages :
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Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Objective type (MCQ)
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying in nature
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Document Verification (DV)
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Medical Examination
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
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| General Science | 25 | 25 | 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates) |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Important Points :
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Negative Marking: 1/3rd (0.33) mark deducted for each wrong answer
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Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC/SC/ST
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Normalization system will be applied for the exam
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards
| Category | Test Requirements |
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| Male Candidates | 1000 metres race in 4 minutes 15 seconds (carrying 35 kg weight) |
| Female Candidates | 1000 metres race in 5 minutes 40 seconds (carrying 20 kg weight) |
Note: The PET is only qualifying in nature and marks obtained are not counted for final merit .
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Notification Release Date | January 30, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | January 31, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | March 9, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | March 11, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | March 12 to March 21, 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to submit your application before the deadline :
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Visit the Official Website: Go to https://rrbapply.gov.in .
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Click on Application Link: Find and click on the link “RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 (CEN 09/2025)”.
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Register: Click on “New Registration” and enter basic details such as name, email ID, and mobile number.
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Log In: Use the registration number and password generated during registration to log in.
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Fill the Application Form: Carefully enter all personal, educational, and other required details.
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Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of:
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Passport size photograph
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Signature
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Educational certificates (10th marksheet, etc.)
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Caste certificate (if applicable)
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Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI.
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Submit & Print: After verifying all details, submit the form. Download and print a copy of the completed application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
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| Official RRB Application Portal | https://rrbapply.gov.in |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here (Available on official website) |
| Direct Apply Link | Click Here (Link active on portal) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in RRB Group D Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 22,195 vacancies for various Level-1 posts .
Q2. What is the last date to apply for RRB Group D 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online is March 9, 2026 (extended from March 2) .
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Ans: Candidates must be 10th pass from a recognized board. ITI/NAC certificate holders are also eligible .
Q4. What is the age limit for RRB Group D?
Ans: 18 to 33 years as on January 1, 2026. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories .
Q5. Is there negative marking in the online exam?
Ans: Yes, 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer .
Q6. What is the application fee for General category?
Ans: General/OBC/EWS candidates need to pay ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT) .
Q7. What is the salary for RRB Group D posts?
Ans: Starting basic pay is ₹18,000 per month (Level-1), with gross salary ranging from ₹25,000 to ₹30,000+ including allowances .
Q8. What is the selection process?
Ans: The selection includes CBT, PET, Document Verification, and Medical Examination .
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. This post is for informational purposes only. All dates and details are subject to change as per the official notification