Railway Group D Recruitment 2026: Online Application Form 22000 Vacancies, Short Notification  

The RRB Group D Notification for 2026 has been issued, providing an indicative notice regarding various Level-1 Railway positions, as published in the Employment Newspaper on the 27th of December, 2025. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), under the Ministry of Railways, has announced a brief notice concerning the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 (CEN 09/2025), aimed at filling approximately 22,000 Level-1 positions across different zones within Indian Railways. Candidates who have completed their 10th grade or possess an ITI qualification are invited to submit their applications online from the 21st of January, 2026, until the 20th of February, 2026, via the centralized portal.

Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly review the comprehensive RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 notification (which will be released shortly) to verify the eligibility criteria, including age, educational qualifications, and other necessary requirements prior to applying for these esteemed railway positions.

RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 (CEN 09/2025)

Organization	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
Post Names	Level-1 Posts (Track Maintainer, Assistant, Pointsman etc.)
Total Vacancies	22000 (Tentative)
Age Limit	18-33 years (as on 01.01.2026)
Monthly Salary	Level-1 (Initial Pay ₹18,000/-)
Minimum Qualification	10th Pass + ITI / NAC
Selection Process	CBT, PET, Document Verification
Job Location	Across India (All RRBs)
Registration Dates	21/01/2026 to 20/02/2026

Posts List:

• Assistant (Workshop)
• Assistant Loco Shed
• Assistant Bridge
• Assistant Carriage & Wagon
• Assistant P.Way
• Assistant TL & AC
• Assistant Track Machine
• Assistant TRD
• Assistant Operations
• Pointsman-B
• Track Maintainer Grade-IV

How to Apply:

• Step 1: Access the centralized RRB application portal at www.rrbapply.gov.in starting from 21st January 2026.
• Step 2: If you have not yet completed it, carry out the One-Time Registration (OTR) and verify your mobile number, email address, and Aadhaar.
• Step 3: Log in to your account, choose the preferred RRB/Zone, and complete the application form for CEN 09/2025.
• Step 4: Upload your photograph, signature, and any necessary certificates.
• Step 5: Remit the application fee online and ensure the form is submitted by 20th February 2026 (23:59 Hrs). Print a copy for your records.

Eligibility Criteria:

• 10th Pass (Matriculation) from a recognized Board OR ITI from NCVT/SCVT recognized institutions OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
• Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.

Age Limit:

• Minimum: 18 years
• Maximum: 33 years (as on 01.01.2026)
• Relaxation: 03 years for OBC-NCL, 05 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD, and as per Govt. rules for others.

Salary:

• Pay Level-1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix with Initial Pay ₹18,000/- plus allowances as admissible.

Application Fee:

Category	Fee
Payment Mode	Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
General / OBC	Rs.500/- (Non-Refundable)
SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-SM/Transgender/Minorities/EBC	Rs.250/- (Refundable after appearing in CBT)

Selection Process:

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Document Verification & Medical Examination

Exam Pattern:

Subjects	No. of Questions	No of Marks
Mathematics	25	25
General Intelligence & Reasoning	30	30
General Science	25	25
General Awareness & Current Affairs	20	20
Total	100	100

Important Links:

RRB Group D Online Application Portal	Apply Online (from 21.01.2026)
RRB Group D Indicative Short Notification	Short Notice
Railway Group D Detailed Notification 2025	Last Year Notification

Important Dates:

Publication of Indicative Notice	27th December 2025
Opening of Online Registration	21st January 2026
Closing of Online Registration	20th February 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment	20th February 2026