The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official notification for RRB Group D Level-1 Recruitment 2026 under Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 09/2025. This recruitment drive is being conducted for 21,997 Group D posts across various railway zones in India.
Eligible and interested candidates can apply online from 31 January 2026 to 02 March 2026. Before applying, candidates are advised to carefully read the notification regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, physical eligibility test (PET), selection process, and salary details.
RRB Group D Level-1 CEN 09/2025 – Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Recruitment Name | Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Level | Level-1 (Group D) |
| Conducting Authority | |
| Department | |
| CEN Number | 09/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 21,997 (Approx) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Post Date / Update | 30 January 2026 |
Important Dates (RRB Group D 2026)
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 04 March 2026 |
| Correction / Edit Window | 05 – 14 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PH / EBC | ₹250 |
| All Category Female | ₹250 |
Fee Refund (After Appearing in CBT)
| Category | Refund Amount |
|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / PH / EBC | ₹250 |
Payment Mode: UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|
| 18 Years | 33 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable as per RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 recruitment rules (2025–26).
RRB Group D Vacancy Details 2026
Total Vacancies: 21,997 (Approx)
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|
| Various Posts in Level-1 (Group D) | 21,997 |
Zone-wise vacancy details will be released soon.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill any one of the following qualifications:
| Qualification Requirement |
|---|
| Class 10th / Matric (High School) from a recognized board in India |
| OR ITI Certificate from a recognized institute |
Physical Eligibility Test (PET) Details
Male Candidates
| Test | Requirement |
|---|
| Weight Lifting | Carry 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes |
| Running | 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds |
| Attempts | One chance only |
Female Candidates
| Test | Requirement |
|---|
| Weight Lifting | Carry 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes |
| Running | 1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds |
| Attempts | One chance only |
Selection Process – RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
| Stage | Details |
|---|
| Stage 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stage 2 | Physical Efficiency Test (PET) |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification |
| Stage 4 | Medical Examination |
How to Apply Online for RRB Group D 2026
- Visit the official RRB application portal
- Apply online between 31/01/2026 to 02/03/2026
- Read the full notification carefully before filling the form
- Keep required documents ready:
- Photograph
- Signature
- ID Proof
- Educational Certificates
- Fill all details carefully and preview the form
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
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