The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have published the official notification for RRB Group D (Level-1) Recruitment 2026 on their official website. This large-scale recruitment drive aims to fill 22,195 vacancies in various railway zones across India under Advt. No. CEN 09/2025.
The online application process commenced on 31 January 2026, and interested candidates can submit their applications until 02 March 2026. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, and the upper age limit is 33 years as of 01 January 2026.
Eligible candidates are advised to carefully review the complete eligibility criteria, important dates, selection process, and other essential details before applying. The direct application link and full notification details for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 are provided below.
Railway RRB Centralized Recruitment CEN 09/2025 Group D Exam 2026
Important Dates & Updates
- Official Notification Released: 30 January 2026
- Online Application Begins: 31 January 2026
- Final Date to Submit Application: 02 March 2026
- Deadline for Fee Payment: 04 March 2026
- Application Correction Window: 05 to 14 March 2026
- Examination Date: To be announced
- Admit Card Availability: Prior to the examination
- Result Declaration: Will be published soon
Applicants are strongly recommended to verify all details through the official website of the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for the latest and most accurate updates.
Application Fee Details
- General / OBC Candidates: ₹500
- SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender Candidates: ₹250
Refund Policy (After Appearing in CBT)
- General / OBC Candidates: ₹400 will be refunded after attending the Computer Based Test (CBT).
- SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender Candidates: ₹250 will be refunded after appearing in the CBT.
Mode of Payment (Online Only)
Applicants can complete the fee payment through any of the following digital methods:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Candidates are advised to ensure successful payment confirmation before submitting the application form.
RRB Group-D Notification 2026 : Age Limits As On 01 January 2026
- Minimum Age : 18 Years
- Maximum Age : 33 Years
- RRB provides age relaxation for the Group D Various Posts in Level 1 position as per their regulations.
RRB Group D Various Posts in Level 1 Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | No. of Post |
| Pointsman-B | 5053 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 597 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 600 |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 11032 |
| Assistant P-Way | 300 |
| Assistant (C&W) | 1000 |
| Assistant TRD | 800 |
| Assistant (S&T) | 1509 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 200 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 604 |
| Assistant TL & AC | 500 |
RRB Group D Various Posts Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility Criteria
RRB Group D Level–1 (Group D) Vacancies
A total of 22,195 positions are available under Level–1 (Group D) categories.
Educational Qualification:
Applicants must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation/High School) from any board recognized in India. Alternatively, candidates holding a valid ITI certificate from a recognized institution are also eligible to apply.
Physical Standards:
- For Male Candidates:
Must lift and carry 35 kg of weight over a distance of 100 meters within 2 minutes, and complete a 1000-meter run in 4 minutes 15 seconds.
The physical test will be conducted in a single attempt only. - For Female Candidates:
Must lift and carry 20 kg of weight over 100 meters within 2 minutes, and complete a 1000-meter run in 5 minutes 40 seconds.
The physical test will also be conducted in one attempt only.
How to Fill Railway RRB CEN 09/2025 Online Form 2026
- The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued an online notification for Group D Level-1 vacancies under Advertisement No. CEN 09/2025. Eligible candidates can submit their applications from 31 January 2026 to 02 March 2026 through the official portal.
- Applicants are strongly advised to carefully review the official notification before filling out the RRB Group D 2026 online application form to ensure they meet all eligibility requirements.
- Before starting the registration process, candidates should gather and verify all necessary documents, including eligibility certificates, valid photo ID proof, address details, and other basic personal information.
- Keep scanned copies of essential documents ready, such as a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and valid ID proof, as required for the online submission.
- Prior to final submission, thoroughly review the preview page and check each column to avoid errors. After successfully submitting the form, download and print a copy of the final application for future reference.
Some Useful Important Links
| Download 16/02/2026 CORRIGENDUM 2 Notice | Click Here | ||||||||||
| Download 07/02/2026 CORRIGENDUM 1 Notice | Click Here | ||||||||||
| Download 07/02/2026 Notification | Click Here | ||||||||||
| Download Updated Notification | Click Here | ||||||||||
| Download Zone Wise Vacancy Details | Click Here | ||||||||||
| Download Full Notification | Click Here | ||||||||||
| Official Website | Indian Railways Official Website |