22,195 Level-1 Vacancies | Apply Online Before 02 March 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released Advertisement No. CEN 09/2025 for the recruitment of 22,195 Group D / Level-1 posts across various railway zones in India. This is a major opportunity for candidates seeking a stable and rewarding career in Indian Railways.
📌 Recruitment Overview
Post Category: Group D (Level-1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Total Vacancies: 22,195
Starting Basic Pay: ₹18,000/- per month
Advertisement No.: CEN 09/2025
Last Date to Apply: 02 March 2026
🛠️ Posts Included (Level-1)
Recruitment will be conducted for multiple positions including:
Assistant TRD, Assistant Operations (Electrical), Assistant TL & AC, Assistant (S&T), Pointsman-B, Assistant Track Machine, Track Maintainer-IV, Assistant Bridge, Assistant Carriage & Wagon, Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical), Assistant P.Way and other Level-1 posts.
📍 Zone-wise Vacancy Details
| Railway Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 3148 |
| North Western Railway (Jaipur) | 974 |
| South Western Railway (Hubli) | 90 |
| West Central Railway (Jabalpur) | 1147 |
| East Coast Railway (Bhubaneswar) | 803 |
| South East Central Railway (Bilaspur) | 1199 |
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 3537 |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 1036 |
| North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur) | 1196 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (Guwahati) | 1776 |
| Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 1180 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 2012 |
| East Central Railway (Hajipur) | 976 |
| North Central Railway (Allahabad) | 1183 |
| South Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 955 |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 1016 |
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
🔞 Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
Minimum: 18 years
Maximum: 33 years
🎁 Age Relaxation
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwD (UR): 10 years
PwD (OBC): 13 years
PwD (SC/ST): 15 years
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
10th Pass OR
ITI OR
Equivalent qualification OR
National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward Class | ₹250 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹500 |
💵 Refund Policy
Reserved category candidates will receive full refund (₹250) after appearing in the exam.
Other candidates will receive ₹400 refund after appearing in the exam.
📝 How to Apply?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB Recruitment Portal by following these steps:
Visit the official RRB recruitment website.
Click on “Online Application Form”.
Complete registration by selecting “Register Now”.
Fill in personal and educational details carefully.
Upload required documents.
Pay the application fee as per your category.
Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
📞 Helpdesk Support
For queries related to application submission (CEN 09/2025):
📧 Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
📱 Phone: 9592001188 / 01725653333
🕒 Timing: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Working Days Only)
🚨 Why Apply?
Secure Central Government Job
Attractive Pay & Allowances
Job Stability
Career Growth in Indian Railways
Nationwide Posting Opportunities
If you meet the eligibility criteria, don’t miss this golden opportunity to join Indian Railways. Apply before 02 March 2026 and take the first step toward a prestigious government career.
🚆 Railway Recruitment Board Group D Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates & Links
📅 Important Dates
Candidates applying for RRB Group D (CEN 09/2025) must keep track of the following schedule:
Starting Date of Online Application: 31st January 2026 (00:00 Hrs)
Last Date of Online Application: 2nd March 2026 (Up to 23:59 Hrs)
Applicants are strongly advised to complete their registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
🔗 Important Web-Links
Official RRB Recruitment Portal: Visit the respective regional RRB website to apply online.
Online Application Form (CEN 09/2025): Available from 31st January 2026
Official Advertisement (CEN 09/2025): Detailed notification with eligibility, selection process, and exam pattern
Helpdesk Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
Helpline Numbers: 9592001188 / 01725653333
📢 Make sure to carefully read the official notification before submitting your application.
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| RRB Group D Guidebook | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
🚆 Selection Process of Railway Recruitment Board Group D Recruitment 2026
The RRB Group D (Level-1) recruitment process consists of four stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to move to the next.
📌 Stages of Selection
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Document Verification (DV)
Medical Examination (ME)
🖥️ 1️⃣ Computer Based Test (CBT)
Mode: Online (Computer Based)
Duration: 90 Minutes
Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
Total Questions: 100
Total Marks: 100
📊 CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
❗ Negative Marking
1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
🎯 Minimum Qualifying Marks (Cut-Off Percentage)
UR: 40%
EWS: 40%
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 30%
SC: 30%
ST: 30%
👉 Relaxation of 2% marks may be given to PwBD candidates in case of shortage of candidates.
📘 Syllabus for RRB Group D CBT
🧮 a) Mathematics
Number System, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry & Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern, etc.
🧠 b) General Intelligence & Reasoning
Analogies, Number & Alphabet Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement–Arguments & Assumptions, Decision Making, etc.
🔬 c) General Science
Physics, Chemistry & Life Sciences of 10th standard level (CBSE).
📰 d) General Awareness & Current Affairs
Science & Technology, Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics and important national/international events.
🏃 2️⃣ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates shortlisted based on CBT merit (up to 3 times the community-wise vacancies) will be called for PET.
⚠️ PET is qualifying in nature — marks will not be added to final merit.
📊 PET Criteria
| Parameter | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Weight Carrying | Lift & carry 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes (one chance, without putting down) | Lift & carry 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes (one chance, without putting down) |
| Running | 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds (one chance) | 1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds (one chance) |
Railways reserve the right to modify the ratio of candidates shortlisted for PET if required.
📄 3️⃣ Document Verification (DV)
Candidates equal to the number of vacancies (1:1 ratio) will be called for DV based on CBT performance and PET qualification.
🔹 Tie-Breaking Rule
If two or more candidates secure the same normalized percentile score:
Older candidate will be ranked higher.
If age is same, alphabetical order (A to Z) of the name will be considered.
🏥 4️⃣ Medical Examination (ME)
Final appointment is subject to:
Passing the prescribed Medical Fitness Test conducted by Railway Administration.
Verification of educational certificates.
Verification of community certificates.
Character and antecedent verification.
✅ Final Note
Candidates must qualify CBT + PET + DV + Medical Examination to secure final selection under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026.
Preparation with proper strategy and physical fitness practice is key to success in this competitive recruitment process.
