RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 22,000 Level-1 Posts

RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 notification released for 22,000 Level-1 vacancies. Check eligibility, age limit, application dates, exam pattern, salary, and apply online at official RRB website.

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 for candidates aspiring to join Indian Railways in Level-1 posts. This recruitment drive is a major opportunity for 10th pass, ITI, and NAC holders, offering stable government jobs across various railway zones in India.

As per the short notification (CEN 09/2025) released on 23 December 2025, a total of 22,000 vacancies will be filled for posts such as Pointsman, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, and other technical and non-technical roles. The detailed notification will be published on the official RRB websites.

RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Overview

RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Notification Details

The short notice confirms the registration schedule and vacancy count, while the detailed notification (expected on 20 January 2026) will provide complete information about syllabus, exam pattern, zone-wise vacancies, medical standards, and reservation rules.

Candidates must apply only through the official portal once the application window opens.

RRB Group D Vacancy 2026 (Post-wise)

Indian Railways has proposed 22,000 vacancies for the following posts:

• Track Maintainer (Group IV)
• Pointsman B
• Assistant (Track Machine)
• Assistant (Bridge)
• Assistant (P-Way)
• Assistant (TRD)
• Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical)
• Assistant Operations (Electrical)
• Assistant (TL & AC)
• Assistant (C & W)
• Assistant (S & T)

The Track Maintainer and Pointsman posts account for the highest number of vacancies this year.

Eligibility Criteria RRB Group D Recruitment 2026

Nationality

Applicants must be:

• Indian citizens, or
• Eligible foreign nationals as per Government of India rules (Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan refugees, PIOs with eligibility certificate).

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have any one of the following:

• 10th pass (Matriculation)
• ITI from NCVT/SCVT
• National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)

Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 33 years
• Age relaxation applicable as per government norms.

Medical Fitness Standards

Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must qualify the Railway Medical Examination, which includes vision standards such as A-2, A-3, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-2 depending on the post. Fitness is mandatory for final appointment.

RRB Group D Application Form 2026

The online application process will begin on 21 January 2026 and close on 20 February 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.

Application Fee

🔹 Fee Refund:
A major portion of the application fee will be refunded after appearing in the CBT, as per RRB rules.

How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official RRB website.
2. Click on New Registration.
3. Complete basic registration and verify via OTP.
4. Log in using registration number and password.
5. Fill personal, educational, and category details.
6. Select post and zone preferences.
7. Upload photo, signature, and required documents.
8. Pay application fee online.
9. Submit the form and download the confirmation page.

Selection Process : RRB Group D Recruitment 2026

The recruitment process consists of four stages:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
3. Document Verification (DV)
4. Medical Examination

Candidates must qualify each stage to move forward.

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