RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 22,195 Level-1 Vacancies

The wait is finally over! The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN 09/2025) for the mega recruitment of Group D (Level-1) posts. With 22,195 vacancies across 16 Railway Zones, this is the biggest opportunity of 2026 for 10th-pass candidates to secure a permanent government job in Indian Railways.

Whether you aspire to be a Track Maintainer, Pointsman, or Assistant, this guide covers everything from eligibility to the step-by-step application process.

RRB Group D 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Don't miss these critical deadlines for the RRB Group D 2026 cycle:

• Official Notification Release: January 30, 2026

• Online Application Starts: January 31, 2026

• Last Date to Apply Online: March 2, 2026 (11:59 PM)

• Last Date for Fee Payment: March 4, 2026

• Correction Window: March 5 – March 14, 2026

• Exam Date (CBT): Expected May 2026 (Tentative)

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

The recruitment includes several popular roles. The highest number of vacancies are for:

• Track Maintainer Grade-IV: 10,742 Posts

• Pointsman: 5,111 Posts

• Assistant (S&T): 1,478 Posts

• Assistant TL & AC: 978 Posts

• Assistant Workshop: 894 Posts

• Other Posts: Assistant Bridge, Assistant C&W, Assistant Loco Shed, etc.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board OR possess an ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trades.

Note: Candidates awaiting final results are NOT eligible to apply.

2. Age Limit (As of 01.01.2026)

• General/EWS: 18 to 33 Years

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 18 to 36 Years

• SC/ST: 18 to 38 Years

Selection Process

The selection involves a rigorous three-stage process:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): A single-stage online exam covering General Science, Mathematics, Reasoning, and General Awareness. (Negative marking of 1/3rd applies).

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET):

   • Males: Carry 35kg for 100m in 2 mins + Run 1000m in 4 mins 15 secs.

   • Females: Carry 20kg for 100m in 2 mins + Run 1000m in 5 mins 40 secs.

3. Document Verification & Medical Exam.

Application Fee

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official RRB application portal: rrbapply.gov.in.

2. Click on "Create an Account" and fill in your basic details (Aadhar, Mobile, Email).

3. Log in and select the RRB Zone you wish to apply for (e.g., Mumbai, Allahabad, Jaipur).

4. Fill out the application form with educational details.

5. Upload a clear Passport Photo (plain background) and Signature.

6. Pay the fee online and download your application receipt.