RRB Group D Overview
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released official notification for the recruitment of Group D 22195 Tentative vacancies. Online applications start from 31st January 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) website. The last date to submit the application form is 02nd March 2026.
| Company | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Various Posts in Level 1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Advertisement No. | CEN: 09/2025 |
| Total Posts | 22195 |
| Salary | Level-1 (Initial Pay ₹18,000/-) |
| Age Limit | 18-33 Years (as on 01/01/2026) |
| Qualification | 10th Pass, ITI / NAC |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Start Date of Apply | 31/01/2026 (00:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date of Apply | 02/03/2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Application Fee | General/OBC: ₹500/- (₹400/- refundable) SC / ST / Minority Communities / EBC / PwBD / Female /Transgender/ Ex-Servicemen candidates: ₹ 250/- (Refundable on appearing in CBT) Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Internet Banking, UPI etc.) |
| Website | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ |
RRB Group D Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Department | Medical Standards |
|---|---|---|
| Track Maintainer-IV | Engineering (P Way) | B1 |
| Pointsman B | Traffic | A2 |
| Assistant (S & T) | Signal & Telecommunication | B1 |
| Assistant TRD | Electrical (TRD) | B1 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Electrical (General Services/Workshop/Diesel Shed) | B1/C1 |
| Assistant Carriage & Wagon | Mechanical | B1 |
| Assistant Track Machine | Engineering (Track Machine) | A3 |
| Assistant TL & AC | Electrical (General Services) | B1 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical (Electrical Shed/Diesel Shed) | B1 |
| Assistant Bridge | Engineering (Bridge) | B1 |
| Assistant P.Way | Engineering (P Way) | B1 |
| Various other Assistant posts | Electrical, S&T, Engineering, Mechanical | A2/A3/B1/C1 |
| Total Posts | 22195 | |
RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Min. 18 Years - Max. 33 Years (as on 01/01/2026) |
| Gender | Male, Female and Transgender are eligible |
| Qualification | ITI, 10th pass |
RRB Group D Educational Qualification
Educational Qualification (as on 02/03/2026):
- 10th Pass (Matriculation/SSC/SSLC) from recognized Board, OR
- ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certificate from recognized institute, OR
- Equivalent qualification, OR
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT)
- Important: Candidates waiting for final results are NOT eligible to apply
- Diploma/Degree in Engineering will NOT be accepted in lieu of ITI/Course Completed Act Apprenticeship
RRB Group D Age Limit and Age Relaxation
The lower and upper age limits (18 to 33 year) indicated for a particular post(s) in the Post Parameter Table (Annexure-A) will be reckoned as on 01.01.2026
Relaxation in Upper age limit shall be as below (if applicable):
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (UR & EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years (10+3) |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years (10+5) |
| 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/EWS | Up to 40 Years |
| Group C/D Railway Staff (3+ years service) - OBC-NCL | Up to 43 Years |
| Group C/D Railway Staff (3+ years service) - SC/ST | Up to 45 Years |
| Female candidates (widowed/divorced/judicially separated) - UR | Up to 35 Years |
| Female candidates (widowed/divorced/judicially separated) - OBC-NCL | Up to 38 Years |
| Female candidates (widowed/divorced/judicially separated) - SC/ST | Up to 40 Years |
| Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA) - UR/EWS | Maximum 3 Years (extent of apprenticeship training) |
| CCAA - OBC-NCL | Maximum 6 Years (including category relaxation) |
| CCAA - SC/ST | Maximum 8 Years (including category relaxation) |
| Act Apprentices who commenced before age 25 - UR/EWS | Up to 35 Years |
| Act Apprentices who commenced before age 25 - OBC-NCL | Up to 38 Years |
| Act Apprentices who commenced before age 25 - SC/ST | Up to 40 Years |
RRB Group D Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
RRB Group D Important Dates
| Short Notification Date | 23/12/2025 |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Date | 21/01/2026 (00:00 Hrs) |
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 31/01/2026 (00:00 Hrs) |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 02/03/2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date of Online Fee Payment | 04/03/2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Application Modification Window (with Rs. 250/- fee) | 05/03/2026 to 14/03/2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Scribe Details Entry Window (for eligible PwBD candidates) | 15/03/2026 to 19/03/2026 |
RRB Group D How to Apply
- Step 1: Go to official website https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/#/auth/landing
- Step 2: Click on Apply button
- Step 3: Complete One-Time Registration (if not registered)
- Step 4: Login > Fill the Application Form carefully
- Step 5: Upload Photograph, Signature, Resume, ID Proof, Age Proof, Caste Certificate (if applicable), PwBD Certificate (if applicable), Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates
- Step 6: Pay Application Fee (if applicable)
- Step 7: Submit the Application Form
- Step 8: Take Printout of Application
RRB Group D Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
| Short Notice PDF | Download PDF → |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF → |