The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the notification for Group D (Level-1) posts under CEN 09/2025. This is one of the biggest government job opportunities for 10th pass / ITI candidates in Indian Railways, covering entry-level roles in various departments like Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, S&T, and Traffic. Posts include Track Maintainer, Pointsman, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, and more.
The recruitment offers stable railway jobs with Level-1 pay, allowances, and career growth. Applications are open now — act fast as the window closes soon!
Key Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 22,195 (revised/confirmed across sources; some mention ~22,082 or 21,997 — refer to official for exact)
- Post Names: Level-1 Group D posts (e.g., Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Pointsman-B, Assistant (Track Machine/Bridge/P-Way/C&W/TRD/S&T/Loco Shed/Operations/TL & AC), Assistant Workshop, etc.)
- Conducting Body: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) – 21 regional boards
- Advertisement No.: CEN 09/2025
- Official Website / Apply Portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ (centralized) or regional RRB sites (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in for updates)
- Job Nature: Entry-level in Indian Railways – field/office duties, maintenance, operations
Important Dates
Quick reference table:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 30 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 March 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 04 March 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 05–14 March 2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | To be notified later |
| Admit Card Release | Before exam |
Note: Today is February 08, 2026 (05:07 PM IST) — about 22 days left! Apply early from Pune/Maharashtra (RRB Mumbai zone has good vacancies).
Application Fee (Category-Wise)
With refund policy after appearing in CBT:
| Category | Fee Amount | Refund After CBT Appearance |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender | ₹250 | Full ₹250 refunded |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking) or Offline (E-Challan/SBI).
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
Relaxations as per govt rules:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| OBC | 18 Years | 36 Years |
| SC / ST | 18 Years | 38 Years |
Additional for PwBD/Ex-Servicemen etc. — check official notification.
Educational Qualification
Accessible for basic qualifiers:
- Passed Class 10th (Matriculation / High School) from recognized board OR
- ITI from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute OR
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
- Must possess valid documents as on closing date.
Desirable: Basic computer knowledge for some roles.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying (Post-Selection)
Mandatory for all (one chance only):
| Event | Male Requirement | Female Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting & Carrying | 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 min | 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 min |
| Running | 1000 meters in 4 min 15 sec | 1000 meters in 5 min 40 sec |
Vacancy Details (Zone-Wise Examples from Sources)
High vacancies in major zones (total 22,195; full list in official PDF):
| Railway Zone (Examples) | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total (Approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Railway (Delhi) | 1494 | 553 | 267 | 954 | 365 | 3633 |
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 1163 | 407 | 186 | 798 | 288 | 2842 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 914 | 318 | 171 | 407 | 202 | 2012 |
| Northeast Frontier (Guwahati) | 715 | 265 | 137 | 480 | 183 | 1780 |
| Others (e.g., Southern, Eastern) | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies | Balance to 22,195 |
Category-wise & full zone-wise breakdown (including PwBD horizontal) in official notification. Maharashtra candidates — check RRB Mumbai/Western/Central zones.
Pay Scale
As per 7th CPC:
- Level-1: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (initial basic) + Dearness Allowance, House Rent, Transport, etc.
- Good perks: Railway passes, medical, pension (NPS).
Selection Process
Multi-stage:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — Objective (Maths, General Intelligence, General Science, General Awareness — 100 questions, 90 min; negative marking 1/3).
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Qualifying.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
- Final Merit List — Based on CBT normalized marks + reservations.
How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/
- Register (One-Time) with valid mobile/email → Get Registration ID/Password.
- Login → Select CEN 09/2025 → Fill form: Personal, education, category, zone/post preferences.
- Upload scanned photo, signature, documents (as per specs).
- Pay fee online (if applicable).
- Preview, submit before 02 March 2026.
- Download/print confirmation. Correction window later if needed.
Tip: Choose preferred RRB/zone carefully (based on domicile/eligibility). Read full official PDF before applying.
Why Apply for This Job?
- Massive vacancies (22,195+) — high selection chance for 10th/ITI holders.
- Prestigious Indian Railways job with job security, promotions.
- Low fee with refund for most.
- Maharashtra/Pune candidates benefit from Western/Central zones.
- No interview — merit + PET based.
Always verify from the official notification PDF on rrbapply.gov.in or regional RRB sites (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in) for exact vacancies, syllabus, pattern, updates, or changes. Details compiled from official sources and reliable portals.
