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30-Jan-2026, 09:45 pm
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Saurabh Pathania

RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 22195 Posts

RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 22195 Posts
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 22195 Group D Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official RRB website. The last date to submit the application form is 02-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the RRB Group D Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

RRB Group D Recruitment CEN 09/2025 Overview

Organization Name	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways, Government of India
Post Name	Various Posts in Level 1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix (14 different posts across various departments)
Total Vacancies	22,195 Posts (across 16 Railway Zones)
Qualification	10th Pass or ITI or Equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from NCVT
Age Limit	18 to 33 years (as on 01.01.2026)
Application Fee	General/EWS/OBC-NCL: Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400/- refundable), SC/ST/PwBD/Female/ExSM/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: Rs. 250/- (refundable on appearing in CBT)
Apply Start Date	31.01.2026 (00:00 Hrs)
Apply Last Date	02.03.2026 (23:59 Hrs)
Fee Payment Last Date	04.03.2026 (23:59 Hrs)
Apply Mode	Online Only
Official Website	www.indianrailways.gov.in, Official RRB websites (listed in notification)

RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Post-wise Vacancy Details

Post Name	Department	Medical Standard
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 VACANCIES: 22195 Posts

Railway Zone-wise Distribution (Sample - Major Zones):

Western Railway (Mumbai): 3,166 posts
Northern Railway (Delhi): 3,537 posts
Central Railway (Mumbai): 2,157 posts
Eastern Railway (Kolkata): 1,078 posts
Other Zones: Remaining posts distributed across NFR, NER, SCR, SR, SWR, WCR, ECR, ECoR, SECR, NWR, NCR, SER

Note: Detailed Railway Zone-wise and post-wise vacancy table available in Annexure-B of the official notification. Vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease.

Eligibility Criteria for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025
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

Medical Standards:

Medical Standard	Distant Vision	Near Vision
A-2 (e.g., Pointsman B)	6/9, 6/9 without glasses (no fogging test)	Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses
A-3 (e.g., Assistant Track Machine)	6/9, 6/9 with/without glasses (power ≤ 2D)	Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with/without glasses
B-1 (Most posts)	6/9, 6/12 with/without glasses (power ≤ 4D)	Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with/without glasses
C-1	6/12, 6/18 with/without glasses	Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with/without glasses

Important Medical Notes:

Candidates must ensure they are medically fit as per Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM) Vol. I Chapter 5
LASIK surgery candidates NOT eligible for A2 & A3 medical standard posts (must submit declaration as per Annexure-VII)
Different medical standards for Ex-Servicemen (Para 534 of IRMM)
Candidates found medically unsuitable will NOT be given alternative appointment

Age Limit for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 (as on 01.01.2026)
General Age Limits:

Minimum Age: 18 years (Born on or before 01.01.2008)
Maximum Age: 33 years for UR & EWS (Born on or after 02.01.1993)
Maximum Age: 36 years for OBC-NCL (Born on or after 02.01.1990)
Maximum Age: 38 years for SC/ST (Born on or after 02.01.1988)

Age Relaxation:

Category	Age Relaxation
OBC-Non Creamy Layer (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

Important Notes:

If eligible for multiple relaxations, maximum relaxation will be given (NOT cumulative)
SC/ST/OBC-NCL applying against UR vacancies: No age relaxation
PwBD applying against UR vacancies: PwBD age relaxation applicable
Maximum upper age limit (except Ex-Servicemen): 52 years
Matriculation certificate is the ONLY acceptable proof of age

Application Fee for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025

Category	Fee Amount	Refund
General, EWS, OBC-NCL (Male candidates not covered in Sl. 2)	Rs. 500/-	Rs. 400/- (after deducting bank charges) - on appearing in CBT
SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, Economically Backward Class (EBC)	Rs. 250/-	Full Rs. 250/- (after deducting bank charges) - on appearing in CBT

Payment Mode: Online only through Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI (all service charges borne by candidate)
Job Vacancy Updates
Payment Deadline: 04.03.2026 up to 23:59 Hrs
Important Notes on Fee:

Fee refund (minus bank charges) will be credited ONLY to Aadhaar-seeded bank account
No refund for incomplete/rejected applications or candidates not appearing in CBT
Applications without prescribed fee will be summarily rejected
Minorities: Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Zoroastrians (Parsis) - must submit affidavit at DV
EBC: Family income < Rs. 50,000/- per annum (valid EBC certificate/BPL card/Izzat MST required)
Note: EBC, EWS, and OBC are three DIFFERENT categories. EBC eligible for fee concession only (NOT job reservation)

Important Dates for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025

Event	Date & Time
Indicative Notice in Employment News	27.12.2025
Online Application Start Date	31.01.2026 (00:00 Hrs)
Online Application Closing Date	02.03.2026 (23:59 Hrs)
Fee Payment Last Date	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
Computer Based Test (CBT) - Tentative	Will be notified on RRB websites
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)	Will be notified on RRC websites
Document Verification (DV)	Will be notified on RRC websites
Medical Examination (ME)	Will be notified on RRC websites

Selection Process for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025
The recruitment consists of 4 successive stages:
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for candidates using scribe)
Total Questions: 100 (Each of 1 mark)

Subject	Number of Questions
General Science	25
Mathematics	25
General Intelligence and Reasoning	30
General Awareness and Current Affairs	20
TOTAL	100 Questions = 100 Marks

Exam Pattern:

Objective type with multiple choices
Questions available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages (Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu)
Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
Section-wise distribution may vary slightly in actual exam

Minimum Qualifying Marks:

UR: 40%
EWS: 40%
OBC-NCL: 30%
SC: 30%
ST: 30%
PwBD: May be relaxed by 2 marks in case of shortage

Syllabus (Indicative):

Mathematics: Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern
General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, Alphabetical & Number Series, Coding & Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation & Sufficiency, Conclusions & Decision making, Similarities & Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement-Arguments & Assumptions
General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences of 10th standard level (CBSE)
General Awareness & Current Affairs: Science & Technology, Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics, and other important subjects

Normalization: Marks will be normalized if CBT conducted in multiple sessions
Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Shortlisting: 3 times the total vacancies (may vary) based on CBT merit
Nature: Qualifying (Mandatory to pass - marks not counted for final merit)

Candidate Type	Test 1: Weight Carrying	Test 2: Running
Male Candidates	Lift and carry 35 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes (in one chance, without putting down)	Run 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds (in one chance)
Female Candidates	Lift and carry 20 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes (in one chance, without putting down)	Run 1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds (in one chance)
Transgender Candidates	Same relaxed standards as Female candidates

Important PET Notes:

Two-stage test: First weight carrying, then running (after recovery gap)
Failing in weight carrying means elimination (no running test)
Weight carrying involves lifting sandbag (without handle) from waist-height bench and carrying without dropping
Candidates' responsibility to ensure medical fitness for PET - Railways not responsible for injuries
Exemptions from PET:

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) - must pass medical examination
Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA)
Ex-Servicemen (ExSM)

Pregnant Candidates: Must submit self-declaration. If pregnant, PET deferred till 6 weeks post-confinement. Vacancy kept reserved.

Stage 3: Document Verification (DV)

Shortlisting: 1:1 ratio of vacancies based on CBT merit + PET qualification
Candidates must produce original certificates
No additional time given - absence leads to candidature cancellation
Scanned copies to be uploaded before DV at https://oirms-ir.gov.in/rrbdv
Certificates must be in English/Hindi (translated version required otherwise)
Hard copy of signed application form to be brought

Stage 4: Medical Examination (ME)

Conducted by Railway Medical Authorities
Must pass requisite medical fitness test as per IRMM
Visual acuity standards strictly enforced
Medical appeal option available (one final opportunity on payment)
Candidates found medically unsuitable will NOT be given alternative appointment

Final Merit & Selection

Based on CBT marks (after normalization if applicable)
Subject to PET qualification, DV clearance, and medical fitness
Post/Railway allotment as per candidate's preference, merit, medical fitness, and vacancy
In case of tie: Older candidate ranked higher; if age also same, alphabetical order of name (A to Z)
No right to appointment - RRB/RRC only recommends; appointment by Railway Administration

Reservation & Relaxation for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025
Vertical Reservation (Community-wise):

SC (Scheduled Caste)
ST (Scheduled Tribe)
OBC-NCL (Other Backward Classes - Non Creamy Layer)
EWS (Economically Weaker Sections)

Horizontal Reservation (across all communities):

Ex-Servicemen (ExSM)
Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA) trained in Railway Establishments
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)

Important Reservation Rules:
For OBC-NCL Candidates:

Must produce OBC-NCL certificate issued on or after 01.04.2025 but not later than 02.03.2026
Certificate must be as per central list (http://www.ncbc.nic.in)
Must submit self-declaration (Annexure IIA) at DV that they don't belong to Creamy Layer
Certificate must mention: "Does NOT belong to Creamy Layer as per DOPT OM 36012/22/93-Estt.(SCT) dated 08.09.93, modified vide OM 36033/1/2013-Estt.(Res.) dated 13.09.2017"
OBC in state list but not in central list: NOT eligible for reservation

For EWS Candidates:

NOT covered under SC/ST/OBC-NCL
Gross annual family income < Rs. 8 lakh for F.Y. 2024-25
Family should NOT own:

5 acres or more of agricultural land, OR
Residential flat of 1000 sq. ft. or more, OR
Residential plot of 100 sq. yards or more (notified municipalities), OR
Residential plot of 200 sq. yards or more (other areas)

Family: Applicant, parents, siblings <18 years, spouse, children <18 years
Must possess valid Income & Asset Certificate (Annexure III) based on F.Y. 2024-25 income/assets

For PwBD Candidates:

Minimum 40% benchmark disability required for reservation/relaxation
Certificate as per Form V/VI of RPwD Rules 2024 (Annexure V-A/V-B)
Must submit Unique Disability Identity (UDID)
Suitability for posts indicated in Annexure-A
Eligible Disabilities:

VI (Visually Impaired): Blindness (B), Low Vision (LV)
HI (Hearing Impaired): Deaf (D), Hard of Hearing (HH)
LD (Locomotor Disability): OA, OL, OAL, BL, LC, DW, AAV, CP, SD (without neurological/limb dysfunction), SI (without neurological/limb dysfunction)
MD (Multiple Disabilities)

Temporary disability candidates NOT eligible for reservation (as per DePwD OM dated 17.12.2025)

For Ex-Servicemen (ExSM):

Must have valid Ex-Serviceman Certificate from Zila Sainik Board
Serving defense personnel expected to be released within 1 year can also apply
Must submit NOC with probable discharge date (Annexure VI-A) at DV
Declaration/Undertaking (Annexure VI) required at DV
ExSM who already secured civil employment using ExSM quota: NOT eligible for ExSM reservation (only age relaxation available)
Different medical standards applicable (Para 534 of IRMM)

For CCAA (Railway Establishments):

Must have completed Act Apprenticeship by 02.03.2026 (appeared in NCVT exam)
National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from NCVT required at DV
Weightage: 1/3rd marks from NCVT examination added to CBT marks for merit
If NCVT weightage gives lower score, higher of the two will be considered
Exempted from PET
Can apply to any RRB (not just training Railway)

General Instructions for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025
Application Rules:

ONE application per candidate - Multiple applications will lead to rejection of ALL applications and debarment from future RRB/RRC exams
Choose only ONE RRB/Railway Zone (cannot be changed later)
Indicate post preferences within chosen Railway Zone
Partial options allowed (will be considered only for opted posts)
No change in preferences after submission
Online application only through official RRB websites (listed in Para 24.0)

Identity Authentication:

Strongly advised to authenticate using DigiLocker or Aadhaar during account creation
Aadhaar-seeded bank account mandatory for fee refund
Candidates using alternate Photo IDs will face stricter scrutiny at all stages

Account Creation:

If already created account for CEN 2024/2025, use same credentials
Valid mobile number and email ID mandatory (will remain unchanged throughout recruitment)
Details in 'Create an Account' form CANNOT be modified

Application Modification:

Allowed from 05.03.2026 to 14.03.2026
Fee: Rs. 250/- per modification (non-refundable)
Can modify any number of times (except 'Create Account' details and Chosen Railway)
If changing from SC/ST to UR/OBC/EWS or from ExSM/Female/PwBD to non-reserved: Pay fee difference (Rs. 250/-) in addition to modification fee
No modifications entertained after 14.03.2026

Live Photo & Signature Upload:

Live Photo: Captured during application (NOT pre-existing photo)
Stand/sit in front of camera at eye level, face centered, neutral expression
Non-white clothing (preferably dark colors), no cap/mask/glasses
Applications with blurred/non-compliant photos liable for rejection
Signature: Running handwriting in black ink on white paper (scanned)
NO BLOCK/CAPITAL/DISJOINTED LETTERS
JPG/JPEG format, 30-49 KB, 140×60 pixels minimum
Signature must match at all stages (CBT/DV/ME/Appointment)

Scribe Facility (for eligible PwBD candidates):

Eligible: Blindness, Locomotor Disability (Both Arms - BA), Cerebral Palsy
Others: Only with certificate from CMO/Civil Surgeon (Annexure V-G)
PwBD <40% with writing difficulty: Certificate as per Annexure V-E required
Scribe must register at rrbapply.gov.in (One-Time Registration - OTR)
Candidate must enter scribe's OTR number during 15.03.2026 to 19.03.2026 window
Scribe qualification: ONE step below candidate's qualification
One scribe per candidate; scribe cannot be a candidate in same CEN
Compensatory time: 20 minutes per hour of examination

Examination Centers:

Allocated based on technical/logistical feasibility
Candidates may have to travel to other cities/states
No change of center/date/shift allowed

Banned Items at Exam Center:

Mobile phones, pagers, watches, earphones, Bluetooth devices, microphones, health bands
Calculators, books, pen, paper, pencil, eraser, pouch, scale, writing pad
Belts, handbags, caps, purses, cameras, water bottles, food items
ONLY e-call letter allowed inside test center
Pen will be provided during exam
No cloak room - advised not to bring valuables
Do not apply henna on hands/feet (obstructs biometric capture)

Important Warnings:

Debarment for life if found using unfair means, impersonation, forgery, misbehavior
Provisions of "The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024" applicable
Comprehensive post-exam analysis (log analysis, photo/biometric verification, CCTV review)
Beware of touts and fake websites - RRBs NEVER appoint agents/coaching centers
Selection purely on merit

How to Apply for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025
Step 1: Create an Account (if not already created)

Visit official RRB website from the list at Para 24.0
Click on "Create an Account" link
Authenticate using DigiLocker/Aadhaar (strongly recommended)
Enter valid mobile number and email ID (CANNOT be changed later)
Complete OTP verification
Create login credentials

Step 2: Fill Online Application

Login with created credentials
Select CEN 09/2025
Choose ONE RRB/Railway Zone (CANNOT be changed)
Fill personal details, educational qualifications
Select post preferences within chosen Railway
Choose examination language (English/Hindi/Regional)
Capture live photograph using webcam/mobile camera
Upload scanned signature (JPG/JPEG, 30-49 KB, black ink, running handwriting)
Upload SC/ST certificate (if claiming free travel pass)
Indicate scribe requirement (if applicable)
Verify all details carefully

Step 3: Pay Application Fee

Select payment mode: Internet Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI
Pay Rs. 500/- (General/EWS/OBC-NCL Male) or Rs. 250/- (SC/ST/PwBD/Female/ExSM/Transgender/Minorities/EBC)
Complete payment (all service charges borne by candidate)
Save payment receipt

Step 4: Final Submission

After successful payment, application will be accepted
Receive confirmation via SMS and email
Download and save final application form
Note Application Number for future reference

Step 5: Modification (if required)

Window: 05.03.2026 to 14.03.2026
Login and modify details (except Create Account info & Chosen Railway)
Pay Rs. 250/- per modification
Pay additional fee if changing from reserved to unreserved category

Step 6: Enter Scribe Details (if applicable)

Window: 15.03.2026 to 19.03.2026
Login to application portal
Enter scribe's OTR number
Enter OTP sent to scribe's mobile to confirm

Documents to Upload:

Live photograph (captured during application)
Signature (scanned - JPG/JPEG, 30-49 KB, running handwriting)
SC/ST certificate (PDF, <400 KB) - if claiming free travel pass

Documents Required at DV (Original + 2 self-attested photocopies):

10th/Matriculation certificate (for age & education)
ITI/NAC certificate (if applicable)
SC/ST certificate (Annexure-I)
OBC-NCL certificate (Annexure-II) - issued on/after 01.04.2025
OBC-NCL self-declaration (Annexure-II A)
EWS certificate (Annexure-III) - valid for 2025-26, based on F.Y. 2024-25
EBC certificate (Annexure-III A) / BPL card / Izzat MST (if claimed fee concession)
Minority affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper (Annexure-IV)
PwBD certificate (Annexure V-A/V-B) with UDID
ExSM certificate from Zila Sainik Board
ExSM declaration (Annexure VI)
ExSM NOC with probable discharge date (Annexure VI-A) - if serving
CCAA - NAC certificate from NCVT
LASIK declaration (Annexure-VII) - for A2/A3 posts
NOC from employer (if Govt. employee)
Caste change certificates (if name differs from 10th certificate)
Medical certificates (for scribe eligibility - Annexure V-E/V-F/V-G)

Individual RRB Websites for Online Application:

RRB Name	Railway Zone	Website
RRB Ahmedabad	Western Railway (WR)	www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in
RRB Ajmer	North Western Railway (NWR)	www.rrbajmer.gov.in
RRB Bengaluru	South Western Railway (SWR)	www.rrbbnc.gov.in
RRB Bhopal	West Central Railway (WCR)	www.rrbbhopal.gov.in
RRB Bhubaneswar	East Coast Railway (ECoR)	www.rrbbbs.gov.in
RRB Bilaspur	South East Central Railway (SECR)	www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in
RRB Chandigarh	Northern Railway (NR)	www.rrbcdg.gov.in
RRB Chennai	Southern Railway (SR)	www.rrbchennai.gov.in
RRB Gorakhpur	North Eastern Railway (NER)	www.rrbgkp.gov.in
RRB Guwahati	Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR)	www.rrbguwahati.gov.in
RRB Kolkata	Eastern Railway (ER)	www.rrbkolkata.gov.in
RRB Mumbai	Central Railway (CR)	www.rrbmumbai.gov.in
RRB Patna	East Central Railway (ECR)	www.rrbpatna.gov.in
RRB Prayagraj	North Central Railway (NCR)	www.rrbpryj.gov.in
RRB Ranchi	South Eastern Railway (SER)	www.rrbranchi.gov.in
RRB Secunderabad	South Central Railway (SCR)	www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in

RRB Group D Important Links

Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here