The Railway Recruitment Board has been officially announced by the Railway Group D Vacancy 2026 for the recruitment of 22195 Group D Level-01 posts across various zones of Indian Railways. This recruitment drive targets the candidates who have passed Class 10 or possess an ITI certificate and are seeking stable central government jobs. The online application procedure will start on the 31st of January in 2026 and will remain open until the 2nd of March in 2026 through the official portal rrbapply.gov.in. The selection will be conducted through a computer-based test which is followed by a physical efficiency test along with the document verification and medical examination. The payment scale for the selected candidates starts at ₹18000 under the 7th Pay Commission along with allowances therefore making this one of the most awaited railway recruitments of the year.
Important Events to Remember:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Activation Date | 31st of January in 2026 |
| Deadline to Apply Online | 2nd of March in 2026 |
| Deadline for Fee Payment | 04th of March in 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 05 to 14 of March in 2026 |
| CBT > Exam Date | May to June in the year 2026 |
| Admit Card Publication | 10 days before the exam |
Refund Rules and Application Charges:
| Category | Charges | Refund Amount |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| EBC/SC/ST/ESM | ₹250 | ₹250 |
| Female {All Categories} | ₹250 | ₹250 |
Age Limit along with the Relaxation Criteria:
Age Limit :
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| UR/EWS | 33 Years |
| OBC – NCL | 36 Years |
| SC/ST | According to the rules |
Academic Background:
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Group D Various Posts {Level-01} | 22195 | Class 10 pass from ra recognised board/ITI certificate |
Syllabus and Exam Pattern :
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Math | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The Selection Procedure:
The recruitment process for Railway Group D Vacancy 2026 consists of multiple stages to make sure the physical and academic suitability- which are stated below
- A computer-based test {CBT} is conducted first to shortlist the candidates for the upcoming phase of the recruitment.
- The Physical Efficiency Test checks the physical endurance through tasks like running and weightlifting.
- The document verification confirms the eligibility along with the category certificates and educational records.
- Medical examination makes sure that the candidates meet the medical standards that are prescribed by Indian Railways.
Candidates should know that the final selection is based on merit and successful clearance of all the mentioned stages.
Job Benefits and Salary Structure:
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹18000 per month |
| Allowances | DA – HRA – TA – Night Duty Allowance |
| Job Location | All over the India |
Step-by-Step Procedure to Register Online:
The Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can submit their application online by following the steps that are given below:
Step 1: Visit the official RRB application portal at Click Here and access the Group D recruitment section.
Step 2: New users must register using basic details like a valid email ID and phone number while the candidates who have already registered can proceed directly.
Step 3: Log in using your registration number and password to get the application form of the RRB recruitment.
Step 4: Fill in the required educational along with the personal and communication details carefully and upload a scanned photograph and signature.
Step 5: Complete the application by paying the fees based on the category. Once the form has been successfully submitted > download it and print it out for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions/ Answers:
1. Who is qualified to apply for the Railway Recruitment Board’s {RRB} Railway Group D – Vacancy 2026 > What is the criteria?
Ans:- Aspirants are eligible to apply for this recruitment if they have completed Class 10 / have an ITI certificate from an authorised institution.
2. Will the RRB Group D CBT exam which is scheduled to take place in upcomming days – have any negative marking?
Ans:- Aspirants should be aware that each wrong response on the CBT of the RRB Group D exam lead to the deduction of one-third of a mark.
3. When will the RRB Group D 2026 CBT exam be held – What is the expected exam month for this exam?
Ans:- The CBT{Computer- based test} exam is expected to be held in the month of May/June of 2026 > depending on official announcements.
Important Links:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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