Railway Group D Recruitment 2026: Level 1 Vacancies Announced
Post Date: December 23, 2025, 3:59 PM
Short Information:
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are set to release a notification for the recruitment of various Group D posts in Level 1, as per recent news updates. The official RRB website will host this application process for approximately 22,000 vacancies. Candidates can find comprehensive details on SarkariResult2026.
The online registration for the Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 is scheduled to commence on January 21, 2026, and will conclude on February 20, 2026. All interested candidates are advised to review the complete recruitment details provided below.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Key Details
- Recruiting Body: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Advt. No.: 09/2025
Important Dates (Tentative)
- Notification Release: January 21, 2026
- Application Start Date: January 21, 2026
- Application End Date: February 20, 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: February 20, 2026
- Correction Date: To be notified
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Admit Card Release: Before the exam
Application Fee (Tentative)
- General, OBC, EWS: Rs. 500/-
- SC, ST, PH: Rs. 250/-
- All Category Female: Rs. 250/-
Fee Refund (After Appearing in Stage I Exam):
- General: Rs. 400/-
- OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PH: Rs. 250/-
- All Category Female: Rs. 250/-
Payment Mode: Examination fees must be paid via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other available payment methods.
Age Limit
The age criteria for the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 are as follows:
- As On: January 01, 2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per RRB Group D Recruitment Rules.
Need to calculate your age for eligibility? Use our Age Calculator.
Vacancy Details
- Total Posts: Approximately 22,000 Posts
- Post Name: Various Group D Posts in Level 1
For detailed RRB-wise vacancy information, Click Here.
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | — |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | — |
| Assistant (Bridge) | — |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | — |
| Assistant P-Way | — |
| Assistant (C&W) | — |
| Assistant TRD | — |
| Assistant (S&T) | — |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | — |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | — |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | — |
| Assistant TL & AC | — |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | — |
| Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | — |
| Total | 22,000 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed their Matriculation (Class 10th/High School) from a recognized board. Additionally, they must possess an ITI certification in a relevant trade from an NCVT/SCVT approved institution, or hold an NAC Certification.
All candidates are strongly advised to thoroughly read the official notification before applying.
Physical Eligibility
Male Candidates:
- Weight Lifting: Able to lift and carry 35 kg for 100 meters in 02 minutes without resting.
- Running: Able to run 1000 meters in 04 minutes 15 seconds.
Female Candidates:
- Weight Lifting: Able to lift and carry 20 kg for 100 meters in 02 minutes without resting.
- Running: Able to run 1000 meters in 05 minutes 40 seconds.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official RRB website or the direct link provided in the ‘Important Links’ section below, before the application deadline.
- You can find other Sarkari Result Notifications here.*
Note: It is highly recommended that candidates carefully read the Official Notification, including details on the Last Date, Age Limit, and Qualification, before submitting their application.
Mode of Selection
The selection process will comprise of the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
Important Links
- Apply Online: Link Will Activate Soon
- Download Short Notice: Click Here
- Download Notification: Link Will Activate Soon
- Download Syllabus / Exam Pattern: Click Here
- Sarkari Exam Mobile App: Click Here
- Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
- Join Telegram Channel: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When will the Apply Online link be activated for Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026?
A. The online application process will commence on January 21, 2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply for the Railway RRB Group D Notification 2026?
A. The last date to submit your online application is February 20, 2026.
Q. What is the age limit for the Railway RRB Group D Vacancy 2026?
A. The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 33 years as of January 01, 2026. Please refer to the official notification for detailed age relaxation rules.
Q. What are the educational qualifications for the Railway RRB Group D Online Form 2026?
A. Candidates must have completed their 10th grade from a recognized board and possess an ITI certification in a relevant trade.
Q. How can I apply for the Railway RRB Group D Bharti 2026?
A. You can apply through the official RRB website or the links provided on recruitment portals like SarkariResult2026.
Q. How can I download my Railway RRB Group D Result 2026?
A. Once released, the result download link will be available in the ‘Important Links’ section. You will typically need your registration number/roll number and date of birth to download it.
Q. What is the official website of RRB?
A. The official website of the Railway Recruitment Boards is indianrailways.gov.in.