The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced a massive recruitment campaign under Centralised Employment Notice CEN 09/2025, opening up 22,195 vacancies for Level-1 Group D positions across various railway zones in India. This national-level recruitment process targets technical and non-technical structural roles, inviting applications from both 10th-pass candidates and ITI certificate holders. Following the completion of the online registration process, the board is tentatively preparing to conduct the Computer-Based Test (CBT) in August 2026. In this ultimate guide, we have provided an in-depth breakdown of the RRB Group D 2026 selection process, complete post-wise vacancies, medical requirements, full syllabus details, and physical efficiency tracking metrics. Read on to optimize your strategy and stay ahead of the competition!
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Ongoing / Upcoming
National Based Cycle
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Exam Date, Level-1 Posts & 22,195 Vacancies
Railway Recruitment Board Level-1 (Group D) Recruitment 2026
✅ Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)`
🎓 10th Pass or ITI from institutions recognized by NCVT/SCVT or equivalent 📅 Age: 18 to 33 years 📍 All India (Posted across diverse Railway Zones) 👥 22195 Posts 💳 Fee: Rs. 500 for General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 250 for SC/ST/Women/Transgender/ESM/Minorities
Exam Overview
Exam Name
RRB Group D
Full Name
Railway Recruitment Board Level-1 (Group D) Recruitment 2026
Conducting Body
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)`
Exam Level
National
Frequency
Based Cycle
Total Posts
22195
Salary/Pay Scale
Rs. 18,000 Initial Pay Scale plus allowance brackets
Eligibility
10th Pass or ITI from institutions recognized by NCVT/SCVT or equivalent
Age Limit
18 to 33 years
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Location
All India (Posted across diverse Railway Zones)
Status
Ongoing / Upcoming
Important Dates
📢 Notification Date30 January 2026
🟢 Application Start31 January 2026
🔴 Last Date to Apply9 March 2026
📝 Exam DateAugust 2026
📑 Admit Card4 days before the exam date
🔴 Deadline has passed for this exam.
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Full Notification Details
Vacancy Details
Total Posts
22195
Salary Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
Eligibility Criteria
Education
10th Pass or ITI from institutions recognized by NCVT/SCVT or equivalent
Age Limit
18 to 33 years
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Location
All India (Posted across diverse Railway Zones)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD Categories | 10 years |
Application Fee
Rs. 500 for General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 250 for SC/ST/Women/Transgender/ESM/Minorities
Exam Pattern
| General Science | 25 Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 Questions |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 Questions |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 Questions |
| Total Duration: 90 Minutes | Negative Marking: 1/3rd of marks deducted for incorrect answers |
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
How to Apply Online
- Visit your respective regional RRB portal or primary portal at rrbcdg.gov.in
- Register using your operational email ID and mobile number to generate login tokens
- Log in and populate structural fields within the application form
- Select preferred post choices across Track Maintainer, Pointsman, and Assistants
- Upload signature and high-resolution passport photograph templates
- Process processing fees via payment channels and archive printed forms
Documents Required
- 📄 10th Standard Matriculation Certificate / Marksheet
- 📄 NCVT/SCVT ITI Certificate (where applicable)
- 📄 Valid Photo Identification Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card)
- 📄 Community Certificate (SC/ST/OBC non-creamy) if relevant