Introduction
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the short notification for the much-awaited RRB Group D (CEN 09/2025) recruitment. This massive drive aims to fill approximately 22,000 vacancies for various Level-1 positions across different railway zones in India.
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RRB Group D 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 09/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 22,000 (Approx.) |
| Post Name | Level-1 Posts (Pointsman, Track Maintainer, Assistant, etc.) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India (Zone-wise) |
| Official Website | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
1. Important Dates
Mark your calendar to ensure you don’t miss the deadline:
- Short Notification Released: December 23, 2025
- Detailed Notification Date: January 20, 2026
- Online Application Starts: January 21, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: February 20, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Exam Date: To be announced (Expected Mid-2026)
2. Eligibility Criteria
A. Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill at least one of the following:
- Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass from a recognized board.
- ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certificate from NCVT/SCVT.
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
B. Age Limit (As of 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
- Age Relaxation: * OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- PwBD: 10 to 15 Years (As per category)
3. Application Fees
The application fee includes a partial refund after appearing in the Computer Based Test (CBT).
| Category | Fee | Refund Amount (after CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / Ex-S / Female / PwBD | ₹250 | ₹250 (Full Refund) |
4. Selection Process
The selection is conducted through a multi-stage process designed to test both mental and physical fitness:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Objective type online exam.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying in nature.
- Document Verification (DV): Checking of original certificates.
- Medical Examination: Final health check-up.
5. Syllabus & Exam Pattern
The CBT consists of 100 questions to be solved in 90 minutes.
- General Science: 25 Questions (10th Standard Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences)
- Mathematics: 25 Questions (Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry)
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30 Questions (Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles)
- General Awareness & Current Affairs: 20 Questions (Science, Sports, Culture, Economics)
Negative Marking: There is a penalty of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect answer.
6. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards
Candidates must meet the following criteria to qualify:
| Task | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Weight Lifting | 35 kg for 100m in 2 mins | 20 kg for 100m in 2 mins |
| Running | 1000m in 4 min 15 sec | 1000m in 5 min 40 sec |
7. How to Apply Online
- Visit the official RRB recruitment portal: CLICK HERE
- Click on the link for CEN 09/2025 (Level-1 Posts).
- Complete the New Registration with your mobile number and email.
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned Photograph and Signature as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- Save the Application Receipt for future reference.
Important Links
- Official Apply Link: rrbapply.gov.in
- Download Short Notice: [visit official website]
- Official Website: indianrailways.gov.in
