RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 22,195 Railway Level-1 Posts
The Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 notification (CEN 09/2025) for 22,195 vacancies across various railway zones in India. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for candidates who have passed 10th class or ITI and are looking for a government job in the Indian Railways.
Interested candidates can apply online through the official RRB website before the last date of 9 March 2026. The recruitment includes multiple posts in Level-1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix across several railway departments.
The recruitment drive will fill Level-1 posts in different departments across 16 railway zones, making it one of the largest railway job opportunities in 2026.
A total of 22,195 vacancies have been announced under the RRB Group D recruitment. These posts include multiple railway operational and maintenance roles such as:
Track Maintainer
Helper / Assistant in technical departments
Pointsman
Various Level-1 posts in railway workshops and departments
These positions are spread across different railway zones in India, and candidates can apply through the respective regional RRB portals.
Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules:
OBC: 3 years
SC/ST: 5 years
PwBD: 10–15 years depending on category
Additional relaxations for ex-servicemen and certain other categories.
Application Fee
The application fee for RRB Group D recruitment is:
Category
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS
?500
SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen
?250
A portion of the fee is refundable after appearing in the CBT exam as per the official rules.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a salary according to the Level-1 pay scale of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Basic Pay: ?18,000 per month
Additional allowances include:
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Transport Allowance
The total monthly salary may range from ?18,000 to ?35,000 depending on allowances and location.
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 includes several stages:
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Candidates must clear each stage to be finally selected for the post.
Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release
January 2026
Online Application Start
31 January 2026
Last Date to Apply
09 March 2026
Fee Payment Last Date
11 March 2026
Application Correction Window
12–21 March 2026
Candidates are advised to submit the application form before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
Visit the official website of Indian Railways / RRB.
Open the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 (CEN 09/2025) notification.
Register using your email ID and mobile number.
Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload required documents such as photograph and signature.
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Only online applications are accepted for this recruitment.
Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying:
10th mark sheet or certificate
ITI / NAC certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar card or valid ID proof
Passport-size photograph
Signature scan
Category certificate (if applicable)
Conclusion
The RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 is a major opportunity for job seekers looking for a stable government job in Indian Railways. With 22,195 vacancies across India, candidates who meet the 10th pass or ITI eligibility criteria should apply before 9 March 2026.
Due to the large number of applicants expected for this recruitment, candidates are advised to start preparing for the CBT exam early and submit the application well before the deadline.
