Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have released the official notification for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 09/2025 for Level-1 posts in various departments of Indian Railways. This is one of the largest entry-level railway recruitments, targeting 10th-pass or ITI-qualified candidates for roles like Track Maintainer, Pointsman, Helper/Assistant, and more.
Total Vacancies: 22,195 (revised/final figure; provisional and may change slightly—detailed zone-wise/post-wise in official notification Annexure-B).
Latest Update (as of March 6, 2026): The online application window is active and the last date has been extended to 09 March 2026 (23:59 hrs). Fee payment deadline: 11 March 2026. Application modification window: 12–21 March 2026. Scribe details entry: 22–26 March 2026. CBT exam dates will be notified later on RRB websites. Apply now via the centralized portal or your chosen RRB site!
Vacancy Details
Posts are in Level-1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (initial basic pay ₹18,000 + allowances). Major posts include:
| Post Name | Department/Description | Medical Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Track Maintainer Grade-IV | Engineering (P-Way/Track Machine/Bridge) | A-2/A-3/B-1/C-1 |
| Pointsman B | Traffic/Operations | A-2/A-3 |
| Assistant (S&T) | Signal & Telecommunication | A-3/B-1 |
| Assistant TRD / Operations / TL & AC | Electrical (TRD/General Services) | A-3/B-1 |
| Assistant Carriage & Wagon / Loco Shed | Mechanical | B-1 |
| Assistant Bridge / P.Way | Engineering | B-1 |
| Other Assistant posts | Various (Electrical, S&T, Mechanical) | Varies |
Zone-wise Breakdown (major zones; full in notification):
- Northern Railway (Delhi): Highest share (~3,537)
- Western Railway (Mumbai): ~3,166
- Central Railway (Mumbai): ~2,157
- Others: Distributed across Eastern, Southern, South Central, etc.
Vacancies are provisional; may increase/decrease.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 30 January 2026 / 31 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 31 January 2026 (00:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 March 2026 (23:59 hrs) – Extended |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 11 March 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Application Modification Window | 12–21 March 2026 |
| Scribe Details Entry | 22–26 March 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | Tentative – To be notified |
| PET, DV, Medical | To be notified on RRB/RRC sites |
Eligibility Criteria (Simple Explanation)
- Educational Qualification (as on 02 March 2026):
- 10th Pass (Matriculation/SSC/SSLC) from recognized board, OR
- ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute, OR
- NAC granted by NCVT, OR
- Equivalent qualification.
- Note: Diploma/Degree in Engineering not accepted in lieu of ITI. Final-year candidates not eligible.
- Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026):
- Minimum: 18 years (born on or before 01.01.2008)
- Maximum: 33 years for UR/EWS (born on or after 02.01.1993)
- Age Relaxation:
- OBC-NCL: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwBD: +10 years (additional for reserved)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules (3–8 years)
- Maximum upper age (except Ex-SM): 52 years.
- Medical Standards: Vary by post (A-2, A-3, B-1, C-1); candidates must be fit as per IRMM Vol-I. LASIK not eligible for A-2/A-3 posts.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount | Refundable? |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹500 (₹400 refundable after CBT) | Yes (after CBT) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-SM/Transgender/Minorities/EBC | ₹250 (full refundable after CBT) | Yes (after CBT) |
Pay online (debit/credit/UPI/net banking); refund to Aadhaar-seeded bank account only.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — 100 questions (90 mins; negative marking 1/3); subjects: General Science (25), Mathematics (25), Reasoning (30), GK/Current Affairs (20). Qualifying marks: UR/EWS 40%, OBC/SC/ST 30%.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Qualifying (male: 35kg carry 100m in 2 min + 1000m run in 4:15; female: 20kg carry + 1000m in 5:40).
- Document Verification (DV).
- Medical Examination.
Final merit based on CBT marks (normalized if multi-shift).
Salary & Benefits
- Pay Scale: Level-1 (7th CPC) – Initial basic pay ₹18,000 + allowances (DA, HRA, Transport, etc.); in-hand approx. ₹25,000–₹35,000 initially.
- Job security in Indian Railways with promotions.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
- Visit your chosen RRB website (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in, rrbmumbai.gov.in) or centralized https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.
- Click Apply Online for CEN 09/2025.
- Register/authenticate via DigiLocker/Aadhaar (recommended).
- Fill form: Personal, education, post preferences (one RRB/zone only), upload photo/signature.
- Pay fee online.
- Submit and save/print confirmation. Pro Tip: One application only; multiple = rejection. Choose zone carefully—no changes later.
Important Links
- Centralized Apply Portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ (or regional RRB sites)
- Official Notification PDF: Available on RRB sites (e.g., https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/uploads/2025/09-LVL1/092025-CEN.pdf or similar; download full CEN 09/2025)
- RRB Websites List: https://indianrailways.gov.in/ (under Recruitment > RRB)
- Reference Article: https://www.freejobalert.com/articles/rrb-group-d-recruitment-2026-apply-online-for-22000-posts-3033409 (Updated March 5, 2026)
This is a massive entry-level railway job opportunity—22,195 posts for 10th/ITI holders! With the deadline 09 March 2026, apply soon if eligible. Always verify on official RRB websites for authentic notification, apply link, and updates (beware of fake sites). Good luck
