RRB Group D 2026 Recruitment: 22,000 Vacancies Announced

RRB Group D 2026 Recruitment Overview

The RRB Group D 2026 recruitment has been announced through a short notification by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB). This recruitment drive aims to fill 22,000 tentative vacancies for various Group D posts such as Track Maintainer, Assistant, and Pointsman across Indian Railways.
It is a major opportunity for 10th pass and ITI-qualified candidates seeking a stable central government job with good salary and long-term benefits.

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RRB Group D 2026 Important Dates

Candidates must keep track of the following important dates to avoid missing deadlines:

• Short Notification Release: 23 December 2025

• Online Application Start Date: 20 January 2026

• Last Date to Apply Online: 20 February 2026

• RRB Group D Exam Date 2026: To be notified

RRB Group D 2026 Vacancy Details

A total of 22,000 tentative vacancies have been announced. The post-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:

• Track Maintainer (Group IV): 11,000

• Pointsman B: 5,000

• Assistant (S & T): 1,500

• Assistant (C & W): 1,000

• Assistant (TRD): 800

• Assistant Track Machine: 600

• Assistant Bridge: 600

• Assistant Operations (Electrical): 500

• Assistant (P-Way): 300

• Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical): 200

• Assistant (TL & AC): 50

Note: Vacancies are tentative and may change in the detailed notification.

RRB Group D 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfill any one of the following:

• Passed 10th Class (Matriculation) from a recognized board

• ITI certificate in relevant trade

• National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT

Nationality

• Candidate must be an Indian citizen

RRB Group D 2026 Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Maximum Age: 33 years (as on 01 January 2026)

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation is applicable for:

• SC / ST

• OBC

• PwD

• Other reserved categories
  (as per government rules)

RRB Group D 2026 Selection Process

The selection process includes the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

3. Document Verification (DV)

4. Medical Examination

Candidates must qualify each stage to move to the next.

RRB Group D 2026 Exam Pattern

• Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)

• Subjects: Maths, Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness

• Negative Marking: Yes (details to be notified)

• Duration & Total Marks: To be announced in the detailed notification

RRB Group D 2026 Syllabus

The CBT syllabus broadly includes:

• Mathematics – Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration

• General Intelligence & Reasoning – Logical reasoning, analogy, coding-decoding

• General Science – Physics, Chemistry, Life Science (up to 10th level)

• General Awareness & Current Affairs – Indian Railways, current events, static GK

RRB Group D 2026 Salary & Pay Level

• Pay Level: Level 1 (7th Pay Commission)

• Basic Pay: ₹18,000 per month

• Additional Benefits:

  • DA, HRA, TA

  • Medical facilities

  • Pension benefits

  • Job security

How to Apply Online for RRB Group D 2026

Follow these steps carefully:

1. Visit the official RRB website

2. Click on CEN 09/2025 – Apply Online

3. Complete registration using mobile number and email

4. Fill the application form with personal and educational details

5. Upload photo, signature, and certificates

6. Pay the application fee (if applicable)

7. Submit and download the application form

RRB Group D 2026 Application Fee

The exact application fee details are not mentioned in the short notice.
Category-wise fee details will be available in the official detailed notification for:

• General

• OBC

• SC

• ST

• Female candidates

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RRB Group D 2026 Admit Card

• Admit cards will be released before the CBT exam

• Candidates can download the admit card using:

  • Registration Number

  • Date of Birth

• Admit card will be available on the regional RRB website

RRB Group D 2026 Result

• The result will be declared after each stage of the selection process

• Results can be checked online using roll number/registration ID

• Separate merit lists will be released for CBT and final selection

RRB Group D 2026 FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are announced for RRB Group D 2026?
Ans: A total of 22,000 tentative vacancies.

Q2. What is the starting date to apply online?
Ans: 20 January 2026.

Q3. What is the last date to apply?
Ans:20 February 2026.

Q4. What is the minimum qualification required?
Ans: 10th pass or ITI.

Q5. What is the maximum age limit?
Ans:33 years (as on 01-01-2026).

Q6. What is the salary for RRB Group D posts?
Ans: ₹18,000 basic pay + allowances.