RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced a revision in the application schedule for the highly anticipated RRB Group D Recruitment 2026, aimed at filling approximately 22,000 Level-1 posts across Indian Railways
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Overview
Due to administrative adjustments, the application process originally set to start on January 21, 2026 has now been postponed. The updated schedule is as follows. Candidates must complete their applications within this window to be considered for the selection process.
| Events | Dates |
| RRB Group D Short Notification 2026 | 19th January 2026 |
| Detailed Notification PDF | 31st January 2026 |
| RRB Group D Apply Online Form Starts | 31st January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2nd March 2026 (11:59 pm) |
RRB Group D Notification PDF
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) issued a short notice for RRB Group D Notification 2026 (CEN 09/2025) on 19 January 2026, announcing the registration schedule and total vacancies. The detailed notification will be released shortly on the official website, providing complete information for 22,000 Level-1 posts, including Pointsman, Assistant, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, and other positions.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Vacancy and Eligibility
Railway Group D Vacancy 2026: ~22,000 Group D (Level-1) posts across multiple departments, including Engineering, Traffic, and Operational segments.
| Posts | Vacancies Approved |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 600 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 600 |
| Track Maintainer (Group IV) | 11,000 |
| Assistant (P-Way) | 300 |
| Assistant (TRD) | 800 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 200 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 500 |
| Assistant (TL & AC) | 50 |
| Assistant (C & W) | 1,000 |
| Pointsman-B | 5,000 |
| Assistant (S & T) | 1,500 |
| Total | 22,000 |
RRB Recruitment 2026: Who Can Apply
Educational Qualification: Class 10 pass or ITI certificate (as specified for some posts).
Age Limit: Typically 18 to 33 years for general category candidates (with standard age relaxations for OBC/SC/ST categories per government norms).
RRB Group D Apply Online 2026
RRB Group D Apply Online 2026 process will begin from 31 January 2026 for around 22,000 Level-1 railway posts. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official RRB portal. Applicants must ensure correct Aadhaar and educational details before final submission.
Application Essentials & Documents
RRB has advised all candidates to ensure their Aadhaar details are updated and accurate before applying. Name, date of birth, and photograph on the Aadhaar card must exactly match the details on the candidate’s Class 10 certificate. Mismatches can lead to application delays or verification issues later in the recruitment process.
RRB Group D 2026: Selection Process
The selection for RRB Group D typically involves the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective-type online exam covering General Science, Mathematics, Reasoning, and General Awareness.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): For candidates who qualify the CBT.
- Document Verification & Medical Exam: Final steps before appointment for selected candidates.
RRB Group D Recruitment: Application Fee and Salary
Application Fee: Usually around ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS, with partial refund policies post-CBT appearance (as seen in standard RRB norms).
Pay Scale: Selected candidates are typically placed in Pay Level-1 under the 7th CPC, with starting salaries often estimated around ₹18,000 per month (may vary by zone and allowances).
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