The RRB Group D Notification 2026 has been officially released by the Railway Recruitment Boards for 21,997 Level-1 posts under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. This recruitment is a golden opportunity for candidates with 10th pass / ITI / Apprenticeship qualifications to secure a Central Government job in Indian Railways. The online application process starts on 31 January 2026, and the last date to apply online is 02 March 2026 (23:59 hrs). Candidates are advised to apply early and carefully check eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and selection process mentioned below.
Overview – RRB Group D Notification 2026 (At a Glance)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Notification No. | CEN No. 09/2025 |
| Post Name | Group D (Level-1 Posts) |
| Total Vacancies | 21,997 |
| Pay Level | Level-1 (7th CPC) |
| Initial Pay | ₹18,000 + allowances |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
Important Dates – RRB Group D Notification 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice | 27-12-2025 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 31-01-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02-03-2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 04-03-2026 |
| Application Modification Window | 05-03-2026 to 14-03-2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 15-03-2026 to 19-03-2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified |
| PET / DV / Medical | As per schedule |
| Admit Card | Before exam |
Vacancy Details – RRB Group D Notification 2026
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| All Categories (Total) | 21,997 |
| Level | Level-1 |
| Reservation | SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS / PwBD / Ex-SM |
Railway zone-wise vacancy distribution
As per Annexure-B of CEN No. 09/2025, the RRB Group D vacancies are distributed railway zone-wise and post-wise. Below is the zone-wise total vacancy summary
| Railway Zone | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 3148 | 1160 | 407 | 178 | 698 | 288 |
| North Western Railway (Jaipur) | 974 | 483 | 152 | 48 | 188 | 104 |
| North Central Railway (Allahabad) | 1183 | 570 | 156 | 89 | 271 | 97 |
| South Western Railway (Hubli) | 90 | 51 | 14 | 8 | 14 | 6 |
| West Central Railway (WCR-Jabalpur) | 1147 | 581 | 174 | 89 | 157 | 145 |
| East Coast Railway (Bhubaneswar) | 803 | 329 | 120 | 57 | 206 | 91 |
| South East Central Railway (Bilaspur) | 1199 | 516 | 184 | 76 | 281 | 142 |
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 3537 | 1437 | 530 | 266 | 956 | 348 |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 1036 | 430 | 155 | 96 | 247 | 108 |
| North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur) | 1196 | 537 | 178 | 109 | 271 | 101 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (Guwahati) | 1776 | 718 | 266 | 133 | 480 | 179 |
| Eastern Railway (Kolkata)/Metro Kolkata | 1180 | 468 | 157 | 129 | 297 | 129 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 2012 | 914 | 318 | 171 | 407 | 202 |
| East Central Railway (Hajipur) | 976 | 405 | 148 | 59 | 266 | 98 |
| South Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 955 | 364 | 158 | 84 | 245 | 104 |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 1016 | 376 | 151 | 130 | 258 | 101 |
| Total | 22195 |
RRB Group D Notification 2026- Educational Qualification (Full Details)
Candidates must possess the qualification on or before 02-03-2026.
Eligible qualifications include:
- 10th Pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board OR
- ITI from NCVT/SCVT OR
- Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA)
❌ Diploma / Degree in Engineering will NOT be accepted in place of ITI or Apprenticeship.
Age Limit (As on 01-01-2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 – 33 Years |
| OBC-NCL | 18 – 36 Years |
| SC / ST | 18 – 38 Years |
✔ Age relaxation applicable for PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Railway Staff, Widows, etc., as per rules
Application Fee – RRB Group D Apply Online
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 (₹400 refundable after CBT) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-SM / EBC | ₹250 (Fully refundable after CBT) |
📌 Fee is refunded only if the candidate appears for CBT.
Salary Details – RRB Group D
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹18,000 |
| Pay Level | Level-1 |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, TA, Medical, Pension |
| Approx Gross | ₹22,000 – ₹25,000 (approx.) |
Selection Process – RRB Group D 2026
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
📌 Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer in CBT.
Exam Pattern – RRB Group D CBT
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
RRB Group D Notification 2026 Syllabus (Brief)
- Mathematics: Arithmetic, Percentage, Ratio, Profit & Loss
- Reasoning: Coding-Decoding, Analogy, Series
- General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (10th level)
- General Awareness: Current Affairs, Indian Railways, Static GK
How to Apply – RRB Group D 2026 Apply Online
- Visit official RRB website
- Click on RRB Group D Notification 2026 Apply Online
- Create Account (Aadhaar verification recommended)
- Fill application form
- Upload live photo & signature
- Pay application fee
- Submit & print confirmation
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FAQs – RRB Group D Notification 2026
What is the last date to apply for RRB Group D 2026?
02 March 2026.
What is the qualification for RRB Group D?
10th / ITI / Apprenticeship.
Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/3 mark.
What is the salary of RRB Group D?
₹18,000 basic + allowances.
When is RRB Group D exam date 2026?
Will be announced soon.
