The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), functioning under Indian Railways, has officially announced the RRB Group D Level-1 Recruitment 2026, offering more than 22,000 vacancies across multiple railway zones in India. This recruitment drive presents a major opportunity for candidates seeking a stable government job in the railway sector. Interested applicants can submit their forms online through the official website, indianrailways.gov.in, from 31 January 2026 to 02 March 2026.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of eligibility criteria, application fees, age limit, salary, vacancy distribution, selection procedure, and instructions to apply online.
📅 Important Dates – RRB Group D 2026
Candidates should carefully note the schedule below to avoid missing any deadlines.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 23 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 02 March 2026 |
| Correction Window | 05–14 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To Be Announced |
| Examination Date | To Be Announced |
| Result Declaration | To Be Announced |
Applicants are advised to verify updates regularly on the official website.
💳 Application Fee Details
The examination fee varies according to category. A partial refund is applicable after appearing in the CBT exam.
| Category | Application Fee | Refund (After CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender | ₹250 | ₹250 |
Payment can be made through:
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Net Banking
- Offline via E-Challan
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
| Relaxation | As per Government Norms |
Age relaxation benefits are provided to reserved categories according to central government rules.
📌 Total Vacancies
The recruitment includes 22,000+ posts distributed across various railway zones in India.
🎓 Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Candidates must meet the following academic requirements:
- Passed Out Class 10th (High School) from a recognized board
OR - ITI Certification
OR - National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT
🚆 Major Posts Under Group D Level-1
| Post Name | Department |
|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | Traffic |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | Engineering |
| Assistant (Bridge) | Engineering |
| Track Maintainer Grade IV | Engineering |
| Assistant P-Way | Engineering |
| Assistant (C&W) | Mechanical |
| Assistant TRD | Electrical |
| Assistant (S&T) | Signal & Telecommunication |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | Mechanical |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Electrical |
| Assistant TL & AC | Electrical |
| Assistant (Workshop) | Mechanical |
🏃 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Physical standards differ for male and female candidates.
Male Candidates:
- In the Physical Test Lift and carry 35 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes
- Run 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds
Female Candidates:
- In the Physical Test Lift and carry 20 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes
- Run 1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds
Only one attempt is allowed in the Physical Efficiency Test.
📊 Zone-wise Vacancy Distribution
Below is a summary of selected railway zones and total posts:
| Railway Zone | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 3633 |
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 2842 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 2012 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (Guwahati) | 1780 |
| South East Central Railway (Bilaspur) | 1225 |
| West Central Railway (Jabalpur) | 1195 |
| Eastern Railway / Metro Kolkata | 1180 |
| North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur) | 1177 |
| North Central Railway (Allahabad) | 1176 |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 1027 |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 1016 |
| East Central Railway (Hajipur) | 976 |
| North Western Railway (Jaipur) | 966 |
| South Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 955 |
| East Coast Railway (Bhubaneswar) | 805 |
| South Western Railway (Hubli) | 92 |
The detailed category-wise distribution (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) is available in the official notification.
💰 Salary Structure
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary | ₹22,000 per month |
| Allowances | As per Government Norms |
In addition to the basic pay, employees receive DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and other benefits under railway rules.
📝 Selection Process
The recruitment procedure consists of the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
every Candidates must qualify in each stage to proceed to the next round.
🖥️ How to Apply Online for RRB Group D 2026?
Follow these steps carefully:
- Read the official notification thoroughly.
- Visit the official website indianrailways.gov.in.
- Click on the “RRB Group D Recruitment 2026” link.
- Complete the online registration process.
- Fill out the application form accurately.
- Upload necessary documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
- Print the application form for future reference.
The Applicants should ensure that all details entered are correct before submission.
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online – Available on Official Website
- Download Official Notification – Available Online
- Download Short Notice – Available Online
- Revised Date Notice – Available Online
- Official Website – indianrailways.gov.in
📢 Final Words
The RRB Group D Level-1 Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for candidates aiming to secure a government position in the railway sector. With over 22,000 vacancies available nationwide, this recruitment drive is expected to attract a large number of applicants. Interested candidates should complete their registration well before the closing date and prepare seriously for the CBT and Physical Efficiency Test.
