RRB Group
D Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 22,000 Posts
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a short
notification for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 under Centralised
Employment Notice (CEN) 09/2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 22,000
tentative vacancies for Group D posts across various zones of Indian
Railways. It is one of the largest central government recruitment
opportunities for candidates who have passed 10th class or ITI.
The online application process will start from 20 January
2026 and will remain open till 20 February 2026. Eligible candidates
can apply online through the official RRB websites such as rrbchennai.gov.in
or indianrailways.gov.in.
RRB Group D jobs are highly popular due to job security,
permanent central government service, fixed working hours, pension benefits,
and promotion opportunities. This article provides complete information on eligibility
criteria, vacancy details, salary, selection process, exam pattern, job
benefits, best books, mock tests, and how to apply online.
RRB Group
D Recruitment 2026 – Overview
|
Particulars |
Details |
|
Recruiting Authority |
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|
Recruitment Name |
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 |
|
Advertisement No. |
CEN 09/2025 |
|
Post Name |
Group D |
|
Total Vacancies |
22,000 (Tentative) |
|
Qualification |
10th Pass / ITI |
|
Salary |
₹18,000 (Level-1) |
|
Age Limit |
18 to 33 Years |
|
Application Mode |
Online |
|
Job Location |
Across India |
|
Start Date to Apply |
20-01-2026 |
|
Last Date to Apply |
20-02-2026 |
|
Official Websites |
rrbchennai.gov.in, indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Group
D Vacancy Details (Tentative)
|
Post Name |
Vacancies |
|
Track Maintainer Grade IV |
11,000 |
|
Pointsman B |
5,000 |
|
Assistant (S & T) |
1,500 |
|
Assistant (C & W) |
1,000 |
|
Assistant (TRD) |
800 |
|
Assistant (Bridge) |
600 |
|
Assistant (Track Machine) |
600 |
|
Assistant Operations (Electrical) |
500 |
|
Assistant (P-Way) |
300 |
|
Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) |
200 |
|
Assistant (TL & AC) |
50 |
|
Total |
22,000 |
⚠️ Vacancies are tentative and
may increase or decrease as per Indian Railways’ requirement.
Educational
Qualification
Candidates must fulfill any one of the following
conditions:
- 10th
Class (Matriculation) Pass from a recognized board
- ITI
Certificate from NCVT/SCVT recognized institutes
📌 Candidates appearing in
the final ITI exam are not eligible unless results are declared before
the last date of application.
Age Limit
(As on 01-01-2026)
- Minimum
Age: 18 Years
- Maximum
Age: 33 Years
Age
Relaxation (As per Government Rules)
- SC/ST:
5 years
- OBC
(Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD:
10 years
- Ex-Servicemen:
As per rules
Salary
Structure – RRB Group D
- Pay
Level: Level-1 of 7th CPC
- Basic
Pay: ₹18,000 per month
Allowances (Approx.)
- Dearness
Allowance (DA)
- House
Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport
Allowance
- Night
Duty Allowance (where applicable)
💰 Gross Monthly
Salary: ₹22,000 – ₹25,000 (approx.)
Important
Dates
|
Event |
Date |
|
Short Notification |
23-12-2025 |
|
Online Application Start |
20-01-2026 |
|
Last Date to Apply |
20-02-2026 |
Selection
Process – RRB Group D 2026
The selection process consists of four stages:
1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Objective-type
exam
- Conducted
online
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Qualifying
in nature
3. Document Verification (DV)
4. Medical Examination
Final selection is based on merit and fitness.
RRB Group
D Exam Pattern (CBT)
|
Subject |
Questions |
Marks |
|
Mathematics |
25 |
25 |
|
General Intelligence & Reasoning |
30 |
30 |
|
General Science |
25 |
25 |
|
General Awareness & Current Affairs |
20 |
20 |
|
Total |
100 |
100 |
- Duration:
90 Minutes
- Negative
Marking: ⅓ mark deducted for each wrong answer
Physical
Efficiency Test (PET) Details
For Male Candidates
- Running:
1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds
- Lifting:
35 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes
For Female Candidates
- Running:
1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds
- Lifting:
20 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes
⚠️ PET is mandatory and
qualifying in nature.
Job
Profile & Responsibilities
Track Maintainer
- Maintaining
railway tracks
- Ensuring
safety of train operations
- Outdoor
and physically demanding job
Pointsman
- Operating
railway points
- Assisting
train movement
- Ensuring
platform safety
Assistant (Electrical / Mechanical / S&T)
- Maintenance
of electrical, mechanical and signaling systems
- Workshop
and field duties
Benefits
of RRB Group D Jobs
- Permanent
Central Government Job
- High
Job Security
- Fixed
Working Hours
- Free
or Concessional Railway Passes
- Pension
under NPS
- Medical
Facilities for Employee & Family
- Annual
Increment & Promotions
- Paid
Leaves & Holidays
- Career
Growth Opportunities
- Respect
and Social Status
Career
Growth & Promotion
RRB Group D employees can get promoted to:
- Senior
Track Maintainer
- Technician
- Section
Controller
- Junior
Engineer (through departmental exams)
Indian Railways provides excellent departmental promotion
opportunities.
Important Links
- Short Notification PDF – Click Here
- Apply Link – Click Here
- Official Link – Click Here
Best
Books for RRB Group D 2026 Preparation
Mathematics
- Quantitative
Aptitude – R.S. Aggarwal
- Fast
Track Arithmetic – Rajesh Verma
Reasoning
- Verbal
& Non-Verbal Reasoning – R.S. Aggarwal
General Science
- NCERT
Science (Class 6–10)
- Lucent
General Science
General Awareness
- Lucent
General Knowledge
- Monthly
Current Affairs Magazine
Mock
Tests & Preparation Strategy
- Practice
online mock tests weekly
- Solve
previous year RRB Group D papers
- Focus
on speed and accuracy
- Revise
basic concepts daily
- Maintain
physical fitness for PET
📌 Attempt at least 20–25
full-length mock tests before the exam.
How to
Apply Online for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
- Visit
rrbchennai.gov.in or indianrailways.gov.in
- Click
on CEN 09/2025 – Group D Apply Online
- Complete
registration
- Fill
application form carefully
- Upload
photo and signature
- Pay
application fee (if applicable)
- Submit
and download confirmation page
Final
Words
The RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 is a golden
opportunity for candidates seeking a stable and prestigious career in
Indian Railways with minimum educational qualification. With 22,000
tentative vacancies, aspirants should start preparation early to stay ahead
of the competition.
Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date,
follow the official notification carefully, and keep checking the RRB website
for updates.
👉 For latest railway job
updates, exam alerts, syllabus PDFs, and mock tests, keep visiting OdishaJobNotice.in.
Best of luck for your RRB Group D 2026 preparation! 🚆✨
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