RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Date Extended
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways have released the official notification for CEN 09/2025 to recruit candidates for 22,195 Level-1 (Group D) posts across various Zonal Railways and Production Units of Indian Railways.
The online application process started on 31 January 2026 and the last date to apply has been extended to 9 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
Eligible candidates can submit their application through the official portal.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| CEN Number | 09/2025 |
| Post Name | Level-1 (Group D) Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 |
| Pay Level | Level-1 (7th CPC) |
| Initial Salary | ₹18,000/- |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice Release | 27 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9 March 2026 (Extended) |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
RRB Group D Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Various Level-1 Posts (Group D) | Level-1 | 22,195 |
Detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancies will be available in the full CEN notification.
RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
- ITI or equivalent qualification (if specified in detailed notification).
- Qualification must be valid as on closing date.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 Years
- OBC-NCL – 3 Years
- PwBD – 10 to 15 Years
- Other categories as per Government rules
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 refundable after CBT |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-Servicemen/Minority | ₹250 | Fully refundable after CBT |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI/Net Banking)
RRB Group D Selection Process 2026
Selection will be conducted in the following stages:
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Document Verification (DV)
Medical Examination
RRB Group D CBT Exam Pattern
The CBT is expected to include:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Mathematics
- General Science
- General Awareness & Current Affairs
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deduction per wrong answer
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates qualifying CBT will appear for PET.
- Male Candidates: 35 kg weight lifting + 1000m run
- Female Candidates: 20 kg weight lifting + 1000m run
(Detailed standards will be provided in full notification)
RRB Group D Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be placed in:
- Pay Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
- Initial Basic Pay: ₹18,000/- per month
Additional Allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Other Railway benefits
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How to Apply for RRB Group D 2026
- Visit official portal – www.rrbapply.gov.in
- Click on CEN 09/2025 notification link
- Complete One-Time Registration
- Fill personal and educational details
- Upload photograph and signature
- Complete Aadhaar verification
- Pay application fee
- Submit form and download confirmation page
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Download Notice PDF | Download Here |
| CORRIGENDUM No. 1 | Download Here |
| CORRIGENDUM No. 2 | Download Here |
| CORRIGENDUM No. 3 | Download Here |
| CORRIGENDUM No. 4 | Download Here |
| Apply Online (Active from 31.01.2026) | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
FAQs – RRB Group D CEN 09/2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025?
The last date to apply online is 9 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q2. How many vacancies are announced under RRB Group D 2026?
A total of 22,195 Level-1 vacancies have been announced.
Q3. What is the age limit for RRB Group D 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 to 33 years as on 01 January 2026.
Q4. What is the salary for RRB Group D posts?
Selected candidates will receive ₹18,000/- initial basic pay plus allowances.
Q5. What is the selection process for RRB Group D?
Selection includes CBT, PET, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q6. Is application fee refundable in RRB Group D?
Yes, a portion of the fee is refundable after appearing in CBT.
Q7. Is Aadhaar verification mandatory?
Aadhaar verification is strongly recommended to avoid document issues.
Disclaimer
The above information is provided for reference purposes only. Candidates must verify complete details from the official RRB notification before applying.
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