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Railway RRB Group D (Level 1) Recruitment 2026

Railway RRB Group D (Level 1) Recruitment 2026

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JOB SUMMARY

Quick summary of this opportunity

Field
Details
Recruiting Organization
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Post Name
Group D (Level 1) - Various Technical/Non-Technical Posts
Advt. No.
CEN 09/2025
Total Vacancy
22000 (Approx.)
Application Mode
Online
Category
Railway Central Govt Job
Official Website

IMPORTANT DATES

Short Notification Date

23 Dec 2025

Detailed Notification Release

20 Jan 2026

Online Application Start Date

21 Jan 2026

Last Date to Apply Online

20 Feb 2026

Last Date for Fee Payment

20 Feb 2026

Mark these dates in your calendar to never miss an important deadline!

EXPECTED VACANCY DISTRIBUTION

Tentative Post-wise Vacancies

Tentative Post-wise Vacancies
Post NameDepartmentApprox. Vacancies
Track MaintainerTrack Maintainer Grade-IVEngineering11000
PointsmanPointsman-BTraffic5000
Assistant S&TAssistant (S&T)S&T1500
Assistant C&WAssistant (C&W)Mechanical1000
Assistant ElectricalAssistant (Electrical)Electrical1200
OthersOther Level-1 PostsVarious2300

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APPLICATION FEE

General / OBC / EWS

₹500 (₹400 Refundable after appearing in CBT)

SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-SM

₹250 (Full Refund after appearing in CBT)

Ensure you pay the correct fee for your category before the deadline!

ELIGIBILITY & AGE LIMIT

Educational Qualification

Must have passed 10th Standard (Matriculation) from a recognized board, or possess an ITI/NAC certificate from NCVT/SCVT.

Age Limit (As on 2026-01-01)

Calculate Age

Minimum 18 Years | Maximum 33 Years (General). Age relaxation: SC/ST (5 Years), OBC-NCL (3 Years).

Medical Standards

Candidates must meet the required medical standard for the opted post (A-2, B-1, or C-1 as per Railway Medical Manual).

Verify all eligibility requirements before applying.

SALARY, PAY SCALE & BENEFITS

01

Pay Level

Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)

02

Initial Basic Pay

₹18,000 per month

03

Allowances

Includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and Night Duty Allowance (if applicable).

04

Total In-Hand Salary

Approx. ₹22,500 – ₹26,000 per month (depending on the city category).

Attractive salary package with additional benefits and allowances!

EXAM SYLLABUS & CBT PATTERN

Syllabus2 Topics

EXAM SYLLABUS & CBT PATTERN

Master all topics for exam success

Computer Based Test (Objective Type)

Topics: Computer Based Test (Objective Type)

1/3rd mark deduction for each incorrect answer

Topics: 1/3rd mark deduction for each incorrect answer.

Study Strategy

Focus on high-weightage topics first. Practice with previous year questions and take regular mock tests to track your progress.

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PHYSICAL EFFICIENCY TEST (PET)

PET Standards for Male Candidates

PET Standards for Male Candidates
ActivityDistance/WeightDuration/Condition
Weight Lift (M)Lift and Carry Weight35 Kg100 Meters in 2 Minutes (Without putting weight down)
Running (M)Distance Running1000 Meters4 Minutes 15 Seconds (One Chance)

PET Standards for Female Candidates

PET Standards for Female Candidates
ActivityDistance/WeightDuration/Condition
Weight Lift (F)Lift and Carry Weight20 Kg100 Meters in 2 Minutes (Without putting weight down)
Running (F)Distance Running1000 Meters5 Minutes 40 Seconds (One Chance)

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SELECTION PROCESS

Complete Overview1 Stages

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Your complete selection journey at a glance

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Stage 1

Stages of Recruitment

  • 1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
  • 2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
  • 3. Document Verification (DV)
  • 4. Medical Examination
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Interviews
Final
Selection

Preparation Tip

Focus on clearing each stage one at a time. Prepare specifically for each round by understanding its format and requirements.

STEPS TO APPLY ONLINE

4 Steps
1
📌

Account Creation

Step 1 of 4

Visit rrbapply.gov.in and create an account by verifying your mobile and email.

2
📌

Application Entry

Step 2 of 4

Log in to fill out the detailed form with education, zone preference, and community details.

3
📄

Document Upload

Step 3 of 4

Upload your photograph and signature as per specified format and size.

4
💳

Payment

Step 4 of 4

Submit the application fee online through UPI, Cards, or Net Banking.

Complete all steps to submit successfully!

IMPORTANT LINKS

3 quick links available

Detailed Notification (CEN 09/2025)

RRB Centralized Application Portal

Short Notice

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