Railway Recruitment Boards have released CEN 09/2025 for recruitment to various Level 1 posts under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. A total of approximately 21997 vacancies are announced across Zonal Railways and Production Units of Indian Railways.
Online applications started from 31 January 2026. As per Corrigendum No. 4 dated 02.03.2026, the last date to apply has been extended. Candidates should check the revised schedule, eligibility conditions and selection process before submitting the application form.
Overview of RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| CEN Number | 09/2025 |
| Post Name | Level 1 (Group D) Posts |
| Total Posts | Approximately 21997 |
| Category | Government |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT, PET, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
All important details about vacancies, eligibility, fees and revised dates are provided below.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates as per Corrigendum No. 4.
| Indicative Notice Published | 27 December 2025 |
| Start Date of Application | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Revised) | 09 March 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment (Revised) | 11 March 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Modification Window (Revised) | 12 March 2026 to 21 March 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Scribe Details Submission (Revised) | 22 March 2026 to 26 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details of RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Assistant TRD | Level 1 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Level 1 |
| Assistant TL and AC | Level 1 |
| Assistant (Signal and Telecommunication) | Level 1 |
| Pointsman B | Level 1 |
| Assistant Track Machine | Level 1 |
| Track Maintainer Grade IV | Level 1 |
| Assistant Bridge | Level 1 |
| Assistant Carriage and Wagon | Level 1 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Level 1 |
| Assistant P.Way | Level 1 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical – Workshop) | Level 1 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical – Diesel) | Level 1 |
| Assistant (S and T – Workshop) | Level 1 |
Total vacancies across all Level 1 posts are approximately 21997.
Eligibility Criteria of RRB Group D Vacancies
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| All Level 1 Group D Posts | 10th pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate granted by NCVT | 18 to 33 years |
Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 after appearing in CBT |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen / Minority | ₹250 | Refundable after appearing in CBT |
RRB Group D Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of the following stages:
Computer Based Test
Physical Efficiency Test
Document Verification
Medical Examination
RRB Group D Salary 2026
| Pay Level | Level 1 of 7th CPC |
| Initial Pay | ₹18,000 per month |
Allowances such as DA, HRA and TA will be applicable as per rules.
RRB Group D Official Notification and Apply Details
Official Website: rrbapply.gov.in
Recruitment Notice CEN 09/2025: DOWNLOAD PDF
Apply Link: APPLY ONLINE
