RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is inviting online applications from eligible candidates for the recruitment for Group D Level- 1 under advertisement number CEN 09/2025. There are approximately 22000+ posts for which the railway board will conduct online computer based test (CBT) across various cities. All eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 31st January 2026 to 02 March 2026 through the official portal at rrbapply.gov.in. The candidates must have passed matriculation (10th Pass) with age limit ranging between 18 to 33 years. The reserved candidates will be able to claim relaxation in accordance with government rules and regulations. For more details, read the complete article.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026- Overview:-
| Organization | Indian Railway, Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Category | RRB JOBS |
| Advt No. | CEN 09/2025 |
| Who can apply | All India Candidate |
| Post Name | Group D (Level-1) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Total Vacancy | 21997 Post |
| Job Location | All India |
| Pay Scale | Rs.18000/- (As per 7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Apply Online Last Date | 02.03.2026 |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
| RRB WhatsApp Group Link | JOIN NOW |
Documents Required to Fill RRB Group D Online Form 2026?
- Recent passport size colour photograph (scanned)
- Scanned signature
- 10th / Matric mark sheet or certificate
- ITI / NAC certificate (if applicable)
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport etc.)
- Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL) – if applicable
- EWS certificate – if applicable
- PwBD / Disability certificate – if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen certificate – if applicable
- Active mobile number and email ID
- Online payment method (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
RRB NTPC Graduate Level Exam Date 2026
Important Dates :-
| Important Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| RRB Short Notice Released | 23.12.2025 |
| Start Date for Apply Online | 31.01.2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 02.03.2026 |
| Correction / Edit/Modified | — |
| Exam Date 2026 |
Education Qualification:-
- 10th passed from any recognized school in India.
- ITI in Related Field.
RRB Section Controller Result 2026
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026):-
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years (Post-wise)
- Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved category candidates as per Government rules and regulations.
Age Relaxation:-
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | 3 Years (after deduction of military service) |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 Years (after deduction of military service) |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC / ST) | 8 Years (after deduction of military service) |
| Candidates domiciled in J&K (01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989) | 5 Years |
| Railway Staff / Group ‘C’ & Erstwhile Group ‘D’ | U |
Application Fee:-
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / Female Candidates: ₹250/-
- Mode of Payment: Online
Note: Only candidates who appear in CBT-1 will receive a refund of the examination fee.
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹400/- will be refunded.
- SC / ST / Female / Ex-Servicemen (ESM): ₹250/- will be refunded.
RRB Group D Vacancy 2026:-
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Bridge | 557 | 228 | 134 | 83 | 40 | 72 |
| Assistant Carriage & Wagon | 962 | 384 | 236 | 134 | 91 | 117 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 167 | 74 | 42 | 22 | 16 | 13 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 592 | 247 | 135 | 82 | 56 | 72 |
| Assistant TL & AC | 505 | 217 | 122 | 72 | 44 | 50 |
| Assistant P.Way | 296 | 123 | 68 | 42 | 28 | 35 |
| Track Maintainer-IV | 9,350 | 3,681 | 2,268 | 1,338 | 811 | 1,252 |
| Assistant (S & T) | 1,257 | 520 | 291 | 189 | 109 | 148 |
| Assistant Track Machine | 593 | 247 | 145 | 85 | 46 | 70 |
| Pointsman-B | 4,843 | 2,064 | 1,195 | 722 | 427 | 435 |
| Assistant TRD | 748 | 313 | 174 | 111 | 67 | 83 |
| Total | 22,195 | 8,755 | 5,330 | 3,043 | 1,535 | 2,152 |
Selection Process :-
- Written Exam
- Physical Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
RRB Group D Syllabus 2026 (Subject-Wise):-
The RRB Group D CBT exam will consist of objective-type multiple choice questions (MCQs). The questions are generally based on the following subjects:
Mathematics Syllabus
- Number System
- Decimals & Fractions
- LCM & HCF
- BODMAS
- Percentages
- Ratio & Proportion
- Profit and Loss
- Simple Interest (SI) & Compound Interest (CI)
- Time and Work
- Time and Distance
- Pipes and Cisterns
- Algebra
- Geometry & Trigonometry
- Mensuration
- Square Root
- Age Calculations
- Calendar & Clock
- Elementary Statistics
Reasoning Syllabus
- Analogies
- Coding–Decoding
- Relationships
- Alphabetical Series
- Numerical Series
- Classification
- Similarities & Differences
- Syllogism
- Venn Diagram
- Statement–Argument & Assumptions
- Decision Making
- Conclusions
- Mathematical Operations
- Analytical Reasoning
- Directions
- Data Interpretation (DI) & Sufficiency
- Jumbling
General Science Syllabus
Questions will be based on the 10th standard (CBSE level) and will cover:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences
General Awareness & Current Affairs Syllabus
- Current Affairs in Science & Technology
- Sports
- Culture
- Important Personalities
- Economics
- Politics
- Other important national and international events
How to Apply Online for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website – indianrailways.gov.in
- On the homepage, click on the Recruitment section.
- Find and select RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 link.
- Carefully read the official notification before applying.
- Click on the Apply Online option.
- Fill in all the required details in the application form correctly.
- Upload the necessary documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Download and take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Link :-
| Join RRB WhatsApp Group (Fast Update) | JOIN NOW |
| Apply Online | CLICK HERE |
| Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
FAQs:-
Candidates must have passed 10th (Matriculation) or possess ITI / NAC certificate from a recognized institution.
The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
