RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2026: Online Application Form 22195 Vacancies

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India invites online applications from eligible Indian Nationals and other eligible candidates for recruitment to various posts in Level 1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix across Indian Railways. The RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 09/2025) notifies 22195 Vacancies. Online registration opens from 31st January 2026 and closes on 02nd March 2026 (23:59 hrs).

RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2026

Organization	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways
CEN No.	09/2025
Post Category	Various Posts in Level 1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Total Vacancies	22195 Posts
Age Limit	18-33 Years (as on 01.01.2026)
Initial Pay	Rs.18,000/- (Level 1)
Educational Qualifications	10th pass or ITI or equivalent.
Selection Process	CBT + PET + DV + Medical Examination
Last Date	02 March 2026 (23:59 hrs)

Vacancy Details

Post Category	Total Vacancies	Initial Pay
Various Posts in Level 1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix	22195	Rs.18,000/-

How to Apply:

Eligible candidates are required to apply exclusively ONLINE via the official RRB application portal. No alternative submission methods will be permitted.

• Step 1: Access the official portal at www.rrbapply.gov.in and create an account (One Time Registration) if you have not done so already.
• Step 2: Log in and choose the preferred RRB/Region.
• Step 3: Carefully complete the online application form with your personal, educational, and other relevant information.
• Step 4: Upload your scanned signature and SC/ST certificate (if applicable).
• Step 5: Remit the application fee online and submit the form.
• Step 6: Print a copy of the submitted application for your records.
• Step 7: Utilize the modification window (05-14 March 2026) if necessary (with applicable fee).

Eligibility Criteria

Parameter	Age Limit	Details
Age Limit	18-33 Years (as on 01.01.2026)	10th (Matriculation) pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
Age Relaxation: OBC (NCL): 03 Years, SC/ST: 05 Years, UR/EWS PwBD: 10 Years, Additional 10 Years for PwBD in respective categories

Exam Pattern

Duration	General Science	Mathematics	General Intelligence & Reasoning	General Awareness & Current Affairs	Total Questions
90 Minutes*	25	25	30	20	100
*120 Minutes for PwD candidates (if scribe not availed) Each question carries 1 mark

Application Fee:

Category	Application Fee
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC	Rs.250/- (Refundable Rs.250/- after appearing in CBT)
All Other Candidates	Rs.500/- (Refundable Rs.400/- after appearing in CBT)
Payment Mode	Online Only (Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card / UPI)

Selection Process

Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Document Verification (DV)

Medical Examination (ME)

Important Links:

Apply Online Portal	Click Here
Detailed Notification PDF	Click Here

Important Dates:

Online Registration Starts	31 January 2026 (00:00 hrs)
Last Date for Online Application	02 March 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment	04 March 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Application Modification Window	05 – 14 March 2026
Scribe Details Submission (for eligible candidates)	15 – 19 March 2026