RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 22,195 Vacancies (Zone-wise Details)
📅 Posted: 27/12/2025 📝 Updated: 31/01/2026
Total Vacancy 22,195
Salary Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) [In-Hand: ₹25k - ₹28k]
Location All India
Last Date 02/03/2026
Short Information: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the detailed notification (CEN 09/2025) for 22,195 Group D (Level-1) posts. This is a golden opportunity for 10th Pass / ITI candidates to join Indian Railways. The vacancies are distributed across 16 Railway Zones including Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai. Interested candidates can apply online from 31 January 2026 to 02 March 2026.
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Important Dates
| Notification Released | 30/01/2026 |
| Application Begin | 31/01/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02/03/2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 04/03/2026 |
| Correction Window | 05/03/2026 to 14/03/2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 (₹400 Refundable) |
| SC / ST / ExSM / Female / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 (₹250 Refundable) |
Payment: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Vacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: 18-33 Years (as on 01/01/2026)
(SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC (NCL): 3 Years, PwBD: 10-15 Years, ExSM: Service Deducted + 3 Years)
RRB Group D Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility | Medical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Track Maintainer Grade IV | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | B1 |
| Pointsman B (Traffic) | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | A2 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | B1 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | B1 |
| Assistant (Loco Shed - Electrical) | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | B1 |
| Assistant (Operations - Electrical) | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | B2 |
| Assistant (Signal & Telecom) | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | B1 |
| Assistant (TL & AC) | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | B1 |
| Assistant (C&W) | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | B1 |
| Assistant (TRD) | See Zone Table | 10th / ITI / NAC | B1 |
RRB Group D Zone-Wise Vacancy 2026
| Railway Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 1437 | 530 | 266 | 956 | 348 | 3537 |
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 1160 | 407 | 178 | 698 | 288 | 3148 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 914 | 318 | 171 | 407 | 202 | 2012 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (Guwahati) | 718 | 266 | 133 | 480 | 179 | 1776 |
| South East Central Railway (Bilaspur) | 516 | 184 | 76 | 281 | 142 | 1199 |
| North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur) | 537 | 178 | 109 | 271 | 101 | 1196 |
| North Central Railway (Allahabad) | 570 | 156 | 89 | 271 | 97 | 1183 |
| Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 468 | 157 | 129 | 297 | 129 | 1180 |
| West Central Railway (Jabalpur) | 581 | 174 | 89 | 157 | 145 | 1147 |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 430 | 155 | 96 | 247 | 108 | 1036 |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 376 | 151 | 130 | 258 | 101 | 1016 |
| East Central Railway (Hajipur) | 405 | 148 | 59 | 266 | 98 | 976 |
| North Western Railway (Jaipur) | 483 | 152 | 48 | 188 | 104 | 974 |
| South Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 364 | 158 | 84 | 245 | 104 | 955 |
| East Coast Railway (Bhubaneswar) | 329 | 120 | 57 | 206 | 91 | 803 |
| South Western Railway (Hubli) | 51 | 14 | 8 | 14 | 6 | 90 |
| Total | 9,339 | 3,268 | 1,722 | 5,242 | 2,243 | 22,228 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Passed 10th Class (Matriculation) OR ITI from NCVT/SCVT OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC).
- Medical Standards: Candidates must be medically fit. A2 (Pointsman) and B1 (Track Maintainer) are the most common standards.
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan/Tibetan Refugee (pre-1962).
Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Group D (Level-1) | Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) |
Selection Process Steps
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
Detailed Exam Pattern
CBT Exam Overview
- Mode: Online (CBT).
- Total Questions: 100.
- Total Marks: 100.
- Duration: 90 Minutes.
CBT Exam Structure
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 | 90 Mins |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | Combined |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | Combined |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 | Combined |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) - Qualifying Nature
| Category | Task 1 (Lifting) | Task 2 (Running) |
|---|---|---|
| Male Candidates | Lift & carry 35 Kg for 100m in 2 mins (Without putting down) | Run 1000m in 4 mins 15 secs (One Chance) |
| Female / Transgender | Lift & carry 20 Kg for 100m in 2 mins (Without putting down) | Run 1000m in 5 mins 40 secs (One Chance) |
Subject-wise Syllabus Topics
The questions will be of 10th standard level (CBSE).
📚 General Science
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences (10th Level)
📚 Mathematics
- BODMAS
- Decimals
- Fractions
- LCM/HCF
- Ratio & Proportion
- Percentages
- Mensuration
- Time & Work
- SI & CI
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
📚 Reasoning
- Analogies
- Coding-Decoding
- Mathematical Operations
- Syllogism
- Venn Diagram
- Data Interpretation
- Blood Relations
- Directions
- Classification
How to Apply
- Visit the Official RRB Apply Portal.
- Create an account using your Mobile Number and Email.
- Select 'CEN 09/2025' and your preferred Railway Zone.
- Fill in personal details and upload Live Photo and Scanned Signature.
- Pay the application fee online (₹500 / ₹250).
- Submit the form and take a printout.
Important Official Links
| Apply Online | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Notification CEN No. 09/2025 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
⚠️ Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
📌 Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization | Indian Railways |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Group D (Level-1 Posts) |
| Total Vacancy | 22,195 |
| Salary | Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) [In-Hand: ₹25k - ₹28k] |
| Job Location | All India |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 02/03/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the total vacancy for RRB Group D 2026? ▼
Ans: There are total 22,195 vacancies across 16 Railway Zones.
Q.2 Which zone has the highest vacancy? ▼
Ans: Northern Railway (New Delhi) has the highest with 3,537 vacancies, followed by Western Railway (Mumbai) with 3,148.
Q.3 Is ITI mandatory for Group D? ▼
Ans: No, candidates with only 10th Pass are also eligible. ITI/NAC is an optional qualification.
Q.4 What are the PET criteria for males? ▼
Ans: Males must lift 35kg for 100m in 2 mins AND run 1000m in 4 mins 15 secs.
Q.5 Is there negative marking? ▼
Ans: Yes, 1/3rd mark will be deducted for every wrong answer in the CBT.