RRB Group D Recruitment 2026.The Railway Recruitment Board has released a new notification. Through this, eligible job seekers can apply for Group D (Level 1) posts in various railway zones of the Indian Railways. This is one of the most popular recruitment processes in the Indian Railways because it offers job security, a stable salary structure, and additional allowances. Those who are selected through this recruitment process will be appointed to various departments of the Indian Railways.The recruitment process may include a Computer-Based Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Medical Examination, and a Final Merit List.
It is advised to regularly check the official notification to avoid missing important updates and dates.
RRR Group D Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organisation | Railway Recruitment Board |
| Post Name | RRB Group D |
| Job location | All India |
| Vacancies | 22000 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test Physical Efficiency Test Document Verification Medical Examination |
| Exam Pattern | Maths: 25 Marks Reasoning: 30 Marks General Science:25 Marks General Awareness on current affairs: 20 Marks |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Apply start date | 21 January 2026 |
| Apply last date | 20 February 2026 |
| Exam date | To be announced |
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Application Fees
| Gen/OBC | Rs.500/- |
| SC/ ST/ Ex- Service men/ Female/ PwBD/ Transgender/ Minorities/ EBC | Rs.250/- |
| Payment method | Online |
RRB Group D Vacancy Details and Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Group D | 22000 | 10th pass or ITI |
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Age limit (as on 01/01/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWbD/Ex-servicemen candidates as per Government Rules
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Computer Based Test(CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test(PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
RRB Group D CBT Exam Pattern 2026
Duration: 90 minutes
| Subjects | No Of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness on Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
- The Examination duration will be 120 minutes for eligible PwBD
- The section wise distribution given in the above table is only indicative and there may be some variation in the actual question paper. There will be negative marking and 1/3 marks shall be deducted for each wrong answer.
RRB Group D Physical Efficiency Test 2026
Candidates who pass the CBT will be called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This test is for qualifying purposes only.
| Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|
| Should be able to lift and carry 35 Kg of weight for a distance of 100 meters in 2 minutes in one chance without putting the weight down; and run for a distance of 1000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds in one chance | Should be able to lift and carry 20 Kg of weight for a distance of 100 meters in 2 minutes in one chance without putting the weight down; andrun for a distance of 1000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds in one chance. |
Document Verification(DV)& Medical Examination(ME)
The candidates are called for document verification based on the marks obtained in the Computer Based Test (CBT). After all the documents are verified, the candidates are sent to the Railway Hospital for a medical examination to check their medical standards.
How To Apply Online RRB Group D 2026
Step 1: Visit Official Website
Go to the official website of your respective RRR. The link is given below, or click on the “Apply Online ” directly
Step 2: New Registration
Click on “New Registration ”
Enter your basic details- Name ,Date of birth, Aadhaar number, Email I’D and Mobile number.
Step 3: Fill Application Form
Log in with your registration details and complete the application form with your personal and educational details
Step 4: Choose RRB zone
Select your preferred RRB zone.example- RRB Mumbai,RRB Chennai, RRB Kolkata,etc.
Step 5: Upload Required Documents
You will need to upload scanned copies of your required documents such as a passport size photograph, signature,and SC/ST certificate (if applicable). You must also follow the RRB’s guidelines regarding file size and format.
Step 6: Pay Application Fee
Payment modes( Debit card /Credit card/Net Banking/UPI
Step 6: Submit and Print Application Form
Review the full application form carefully and print out or save the page for future reference
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Essential Link
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply |
| Whatsapp Group | WhatsApp Group |
| Short Notification | Short Notification |