📌 Recruitment Overview
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the short notification (CEN 09/2025) for the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for approximately 22,000+ Level‑1 posts in Indian Railways across the country. This is one of the largest railway job drives of the year, offering stable employment in the government sector.
📅 Important Dates
| 🗓️ Event | 📍 Date |
|---|---|
| 📢 Short Notification Released | 23 Dec 2025 |
| 📝 Online Application Start | 21 Jan 2026 |
| ⏰ Last Date to Apply | 20 Feb 2026 |
| 📜 Detailed Notification | Released Soon |
⚠️ Candidates must apply within the given dates. Late applications won’t be accepted!
📍 RRB Group D Vacancy Details (2026)
| 🧑🔧 Post Name | 📌 Vacancy (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Group D (Level‑1) – Assistant, Pointsman, Track Maintainer & Others | 22,000+ |
👉 These posts are open in various departments and zones across Indian Railways.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
✔ Educational Qualification:
- Minimum 10th Pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
- OR ITI / NAC (NCVT/SCVT) certificate may be required for certain roles.
✔ Age Limit:
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 33 years (Relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories)
✔ Nationality:
- Must be a citizen of India.
💰 Application Fee (Expected)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500* |
| SC / ST / Ex‑Servicemen / PwBD | ₹250* |
Fees are expected based on previous recruitment trends; confirm in the detailed official notification once released.
🧠 Selection Process
The selection for RRB Group D posts is typically done through the following stages:
✔ Computer Based Test (CBT)
✔ Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (as applicable for specific posts)
✔ Document Verification
✔ Medical Examination
💼 Pay Scale & Benefits
- 💰 Starting Salary: Approx. ₹18,000‑25,000 per month + Allowances (subject to 7th CPC norms)
- 🏥 Medical & other benefits under Railway rules
- 📈 Career growth and transfer opportunities
🔗 Quick Links
🔘 ➡️ Apply Online for RRB Group D 2026
👉 https://rrbapply.gov.in?utm_source=sarkarie.com
🔘 📄 Short Notification (CEN 09/2025) PDF
👉 https://employmentnews.gov.in?utm_source=sarkarie.com
🔘 📋 RRB Official Portal (All Zones)
👉 https://indianrailways.gov.in?utm_source=sarkarie.com
🔘 📅 Application Schedule & Updates
👉 https://rrbcdg.gov.in?utm_source=sarkarie.com
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ Q1: When does the RRB Group D 2026 application start?
👉 Online registration begins on 21 January 2026.
❓ Q2: What is the last date to apply?
👉 The last date is 20 February 2026.
❓ Q3: How many vacancies are there?
👉 Around 22,000+ Level‑1 Group D posts are available.
❓ Q4: What qualification is needed?
👉 Minimum 10th pass or ITI/NAC depending on the specific post.
❓ Q5: What is the age limit?
👉 18‑33 years with applicable relaxations.
