RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 has been announced for 22,195 vacancies across various railway zones in India. Eligible candidates can apply online for Level-1 posts through the official Railway Recruitment Board website. The selection process includes CBT, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Document Verification. Interested applicants should check the eligibility criteria, important dates, and exam pattern before submitting the application form.

Posts Recruitment 2026 provides a great opportunity for candidates looking for stable government jobs across various departments. A total of 22,195 vacancies have been announced for different Level-1 posts. The recruitment process is conducted through an online application system, followed by written exams and physical/skill tests as applicable. Candidates are advised to regularly check official notifications for eligibility, important dates, and selection stages.

Recruitment Overview

Organization Railway Recruitment Board (RRB
Post Name  Level-1 Railway Posts under 7th CPC Pay Matrix
No of Posts 22,195 Posts
Qualification 10th (Matriculation) or possess an ITI / National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from a recognized institution to be eligible for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026.
Age Limit 18 to 33 years
Start Date Of Apply 31.01.2026
Last Date of Apply 02.03.2026
Official Websit www.indianrailways.gov.in

Candidates applying for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the eligibility conditions set by the Railway Recruitment Board. Applicants should have passed 10th (Matriculation) or possess an ITI / equivalent qualification from a recognized board or institution. The minimum age limit is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 33 years, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government rules. Only those candidates who meet all eligibility requirements will be considered for the selection process.

Educational Qualification

postEducation Qualification
Track Maintainer,
Helper / Assistant (Electrical),
Helper / Assistant (Mechanical),
Helper / Assistant (Engineering),
Helper / Assistant (S&T),
Assistant Pointsman
10th Pass OR ITI OR NAC (NCVT)

  • The minimum age limit for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 is 18 years.
  • The maximum age limit is 33 years for general category candidates.
  • Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per government norms.
  • The candidate’s age will be calculated based on the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
  • Applicants must ensure they meet the age criteria at the time of online application submission.

Age Relaxation

CategoryAge Relaxation
SC / ST5 Years
OBC – Non Creamy Layer (NCL)3 Years
PwBD (UR / EWS)10 Years
PwBD (OBC–NCL)13 Years (10 + 3)
PwBD (SC / ST)15 Years (10 + 5)
Female Candidates (Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated) – URUp to 35 Years
Female Candidates (Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated) – OBC–NCLUp to 38 Years
Female Candidates (Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated) – SC / STUp to 40 Years
Ex-Servicemen (UR / EWS)3 Years (after deducting military service)
Ex-Servicemen (OBC–NCL)6 Years (after deducting military service)
Ex-Servicemen (SC / ST)8 Years (after deducting military service)
Group C / D Railway Staff (3+ Years Service) – UR / EWSUp to 40 Years
Group C / D Railway Staff (3+ Years Service) – OBC–NCLUp to 43 Years
Group C / D Railway Staff (3+ Years Service) – SC / STUp to 45 Years
Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA) – UR / EWSMaximum 3 Years (Extent of Apprenticeship Training)
CCAA – OBC–NCLMaximum 6 Years (Including Category Relaxation)
CCAA – SC / STMaximum 8 Years (Including Category Relaxation)
Act Apprentices (Commenced Before Age 25) – UR / EWSUp to 35 Years
Act Apprentices (Commenced Before Age 25) – OBC–NCLUp to 38 Years
Act Apprentices (Commenced Before Age 25) – SC / STUp to 40 Years
  • General / OBC / EWS candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹500.
  • SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen candidates need to pay ₹250 only.
  • The application fee can be paid through online modes such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
  • A part of the application fee will be refunded after appearing in the CBT exam, as per rules of the Railway Recruitment Board.

Important Dates

EventsDates
Detaild Notification PDF27.12.2025
Apply Online Starts31.01.2026
Last Date to Apply Online02.03.2026
Last Date To Pay Fee04.03.2026
Application Modification Window (with Rs. 250/- fee)05.03.2026 to 14.03.2026
Scribe Details Entry Window (For Eligible PwBD Candidates)15.03.2026 to 19.03.2026

The selection process for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board through multiple stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to move forward in the recruitment process.

  • Computer Based Test (CBT) – Objective type examination to assess general knowledge, reasoning, maths, and general science.
  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Candidates must meet the required physical standards set by RRB.
  • Document Verification (DV) – Verification of original documents such as educational certificates and age proof.
  • Medical Examination – Final medical fitness test as per railway standards.
StageName of StageDetails
Stage 1Computer Based Test (CBT)Objective type examination
Stage 2Physical Efficiency Test (PET)physical standards test
Stage 3
Document Verification (DV)Verification of original documents
Stage 4Medical Examination medical fitness test
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Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

Computer Based Test (CBT) – Exam Pattern

SubjectNo. of QuestionsMarksTime
Mathematics2525
General Intelligence & Reasoning3030
General Science2525
General Awareness & Current Affairs2020
Total100 Questions100 Marks90 Minutes

Important Exam Details

ParticularsDetails
Exam ModeComputer Based Test (CBT)
Question TypeObjective Type (MCQs)
Total Questions100
Total Marks100
Exam Duration90 Minutes
Negative Marking1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
Exam LanguageHindi, English & other regional languages
Qualifying NatureCBT is qualifying for PET

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying Only

CategoryTaskTime Limit
Male CandidatesLift & carry 35 kg weight for 100 meters2 minutes
Run 1000 meters4 minutes 15 seconds
Female CandidatesLift & carry 20 kg weight for 100 meters2 minutes
Run 1000 meters5 minutes 40 seconds

Final Selection Stages

StageDescription
CBTMarks considered for merit
PETQualifying in nature
Document VerificationVerification of original documents
Medical ExaminationAs per railway medical standards
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