| Name of Post: | Railway RRB Group D Level-1 CEN No. 09/2025 Recruitment Online Form 2026 for 22,195 Posts |
| Post Date / Update: | 13 July 2026 | 05:19 PM |
| Short Information : | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Official Notification for online applications for the Group D Level-1 Various Posts CEN No. 09/2025 Recruitment 2026 for 22,195 Posts. Online application started on 31 January 2026, & Last Date for Application is 02 March 2026. Check all details like Age Limit, Eligibility, Post Information, Pay Scale, Selection Process & more. All Eligible & Interested Candidates must read the full Notification before applying online through the link given below. |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) Recruitment 2026 Overview
Railway RRB Group D Level-1 Recruitment 2026 CEN No: 09/2025: Short Details of Notification
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| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Application Begin: 31 January 2026 Last Date to Apply Online: 02 March 2026 (11:59 PM) Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 02 March 2026 Correction Window: 05 – 14 March 2026 Exam Date: Will be Notified Later Admit Card Available: Before Exam | General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹500/- (₹400/- Refunded After Appearing in CBT Exam) SC / ST / PH / All Female Candidates: ₹250/- (₹250/- Refunded After Appearing in CBT Exam) Pay the Examination Fee Through a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking/ Pay Offline Through E-Challan. |
Railway RRB Group D Level-1: Age Limit as on 01-01-2026
Age Limit as on the prescribed date for each post
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years (UR / EWS)
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 33 Years |
| OBC -NCL | 36 Years |
| SC / SC(A) / ST | 38 Years |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) | 10 Years extra over the respective category limit |
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per RRB rules. Refer to the official notification for complete details.
Railway RRB Group D Level-1 CEN No. 09/2025: Vacancy Details
Total: 22195Posts
RRB Group-D (Level-1) CEN No. 09/2025 – Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Department | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant (Workshop) | Mechanical | 10th Pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT |
| Assistant Bridge | Mechanical | Same as above |
| Assistant C & W | Mechanical | Same as above |
| Assistant Depot (Stores) | Stores | Same as above |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | Mechanical | Same as above |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical | Same as above |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Electrical | Same as above |
| Assistant Pointsman | Traffic | Same as above |
| Assistant Signal & Telecom | Signal & Telecommunication | Same as above |
| Assistant Track & Machine | Engineering | Same as above |
| Assistant TL & AC | Electrical | Same as above |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | Electrical | Same as above |
| Assistant TRD | Electrical | Same as above |
| Assistant Works | Engineering | Same as above |
| Assistant Works (Workshop) | Engineering | Same as above |
| Hospital Assistant | Medical | Same as above |
| Track Maintainer Grade-IV | Engineering | Same as above |
RRB Group-D (Level-1) CEN No. 09/2025 – Zone-Wise Vacancy Details
| RRC Name | Gen | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | Post Wise Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Railway (Hajipur) | 405 | 148 | 59 | 266 | 98 | 976 | View Details |
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 1163 | 407 | 186 | 798 | 288 | 2842 | View Details |
| North Western Railway (Jaipur) | 483 | 150 | 47 | 185 | 101 | 966 | View Details |
| South Western Railway (Hubli) | 51 | 14 | 06 | 14 | 07 | 92 | View Details |
| West Central Railway (Jabalpur) | 605 | 174 | 82 | 163 | 171 | 1195 | View Details |
| East Coast Railway (Bhubaneswar) | 324 | 137 | 57 | 196 | 91 | 805 | View Details |
| South East Central Railway (Bilaspur) | 516 | 184 | 66 | 284 | 142 | 1225 | View Details |
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 1494 | 553 | 267 | 954 | 365 | 3633 | View Details |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 430 | 155 | 90 | 244 | 108 | 1027 | View Details |
| North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur) | 531 | 168 | 106 | 268 | 104 | 1177 | View Details |
| North East Frontier Railway (Guwahati) | 715 | 265 | 137 | 480 | 183 | 1780 | View Details |
| Eastern Railway / Metro Kolkata | 468 | 157 | 129 | 297 | 129 | 1180 | View Details |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 914 | 318 | 171 | 407 | 202 | 2012 | View Details |
| North Central Railway (Prayagraj) | 570 | 152 | 84 | 271 | 99 | 1176 | View Details |
| South Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 364 | 158 | 84 | 245 | 104 | 955 | View Details |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 376 | 151 | 130 | 258 | 101 | 1016 | View Details |
| Grand Total | 22,195 | View Details |
Physical Eligibility Test (PET)
Male Candidates:
- Lift and carry 35 Kg weight for a distance of 100 Meters in 2 Minutes
- 1000 Meters Running in 4 Minutes 15 Seconds
- Only One Chance will be given
Female Candidates:
- Lift and carry a 20 Kg weight for a distance of 100 Meters in 2 Minutes
- 1000 Meters Running in 5 Minutes 40 Seconds
- Only One Chance will be given
Online Exam Pattern – CBT (Computer-Based Test)
| Exam Duration | General Science | Mathematics | General Intelligence & Reasoning | General Awareness & Current Affairs | Total Questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Minutes | 25 | 25 | 30 | 20 | 100 |
- Question paper duration is 90 minutes for 100 questions; 120 minutes for PwBD candidates availing the Scribe facility.
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- The question paper will be an objective MCQ type with four options; one correct answer only.
- Language of Question Paper: English & Hindi.
Pay Scale & Mode of Selection
- Pay Scale: Level-1 (7th CPC) | Initial Pay: ₹18,000/- + Allowances
- Selection Process: Online CBT Exam → PET (Physical Efficiency Test) → DV (Document Verification) → Medical Examination
How to Apply for Railway RRB Group D Level-1 CEN No. 09/2025 Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website rrbapply.gov.in or your regional RRB website.
- Click on the “CEN 09/2025 Group D Level-1” or “Apply Online” link.
- Complete New Registration using your name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar details.
- Log in with your credentials and fill in the application form with personal, educational, and post preference details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
- Correction of the submitted form can be done between 05 – 14 March 2026. No changes will be allowed after this window.
Note: Applications are accepted only in Online mode. Read the official detailed notification carefully before applying. Verify all details and contact the respective RRB helpline for any issues.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is RRB Group D Level-1 CEN 09/2025 Recruitment 2026? It is an official recruitment notification released by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) to fill 22,195 Group D Level-1 posts across 16 Railway Zones in India, for posts like Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Assistant Pointsman, Hospital Assistant, and various other technical assistant posts.
Q2. How many total posts are available in RRB Group D 2026? A total of 22,195 posts are available across 16 Railway Recruitment Cells (RRCs) and various departments including Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Signal & Telecom, Traffic, Stores, and Medical.
Q3. When did the online application start and what is the last date? The online application started on 31 January 2026 and the last date to apply was 02 March 2026 at 11:59 PM. The last date for fee payment was also 02 March 2026.
Q4. What is the application correction window for RRB Group D CEN 09/2025? Candidates could make corrections in their submitted application between 05 March 2026 and 14 March 2026. No changes are allowed after this period.
Q5. What is the application fee for RRB Group D 2026? General / OBC / EWS candidates: ₹500/- (₹400/- refunded after appearing in CBT). SC / ST / PH / All Female candidates: ₹250/- (fully refunded after appearing in CBT). Payment mode is online only — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Q6. What is the educational qualification required for RRB Group D Level-1? Candidates must have passed 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized Board, or hold an ITI certificate from an NCVT/SCVT recognized institute, or possess an equivalent qualification, or hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
Q7. What is the age limit for RRB Group D 2026? As on 01-01-2026 — Minimum: 18 years; Maximum: 33 years for UR/EWS, 36 years for OBC-NCL, and 38 years for SC/ST candidates. Age relaxation is applicable as per Railway Recruitment Rules.
Q8. What is the selection process for RRB Group D Level-1 CEN 09/2025? The selection process has four stages: (1) Computer Based Test (CBT), (2) Physical Efficiency Test (PET), (3) Document Verification (DV), and (4) Medical Examination.
Q9. What is the exam pattern for RRB Group D CBT? The CBT consists of 100 objective MCQ questions to be attempted in 90 minutes. Subject-wise distribution: General Science (25), Mathematics (25), General Intelligence & Reasoning (30), General Awareness & Current Affairs (20). There is negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer.
Q10. What are the PET standards for RRB Group D 2026? Male candidates must lift and carry 35 kg for 100 metres in 2 minutes and run 1000 metres in 4 minutes 15 seconds. Female candidates must lift and carry 20 kg for 100 metres in 2 minutes and run 1000 metres in 5 minutes 40 seconds. Only one chance is given.
Q11. What is the salary / pay scale for RRB Group D posts? Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with an initial basic pay of ₹18,000/- per month, plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other Railway service benefits.
Q12. Which Railway zones have the highest vacancies in RRB Group D 2026? Northern Railway (New Delhi) has the highest vacancies with 3,633 posts, followed by Western Railway (Mumbai) with 2,842 posts and Central Railway (Mumbai) with 2,012 posts.
Q13. When will the RRB Group D 2026 Admit Card be released? The Admit Card (Hall Ticket) will be made available for download 4 days prior to the exam date. Candidates will be informed about the exam date and city separately. Exam city details will be notified later.
Q14. Can female candidates appear in PET for RRB Group D? Yes. Female candidates have separate and relaxed PET standards — they must carry 20 kg over 100 metres in 2 minutes and complete a 1000 metres run within 5 minutes 40 seconds. However, all female candidates must qualify PET to proceed to DV and Medical stages.
Q15. What documents are needed at the time of Document Verification (DV)? Required documents include: 10th/ITI/NAC certificate, Date of Birth proof, Community/Caste Certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, and CBT admit card. Carry both originals and self-attested photocopies.
Q16. Is there any relaxation in the PET for PwBD (Divyang) candidates? PwBD candidates who are exempted from PET due to the nature of their disability are covered as per the official RRB Group D notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the official CEN 09/2025 notification for specific PwBD PET exemption criteria.
Q17. How will the final merit list be prepared for RRB Group D 2026? The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks scored in the CBT, subject to qualifying PET, DV, and Medical Examination. Normalization of marks will be applied if the CBT is conducted in multiple shifts.
Q18. What is the medical standard required for RRB Group D posts? Candidates must meet the prescribed medical fitness standards of Indian Railways. Different posts have different medical standards (A1, A2, B1, B2, C). Candidates should check the medical standards for their respective post as mentioned in the official notification.
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