RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: 22000 Level 1 Posts, Eligibility, Age Limit

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Short Description: RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit, Qualification, Medical & Physical Standards : Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the short notification (CEN 09/2025) for RRB Group D Level-1 Recruitment 2026 to fill approximately 22,000 vacancies. Candidates must carefully check eligibility conditions including age limit, educational qualification, nationality, medical standards, and physical efficiency requirements before applying. Candidates not fulfilling eligibility criteria will be disqualified at later stages.

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RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
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RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026

CEN 09/2025 – Level 1 Posts

Recruitment Highlights

  • Recruitment Board : Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
  • Post Level : Level-1 (Group D)
  • Total Vacancies : 22,000 (Approx.)
  • Notification No. : CEN 09/2025
  • Mode of Selection : CBT, PET, DV & Medical

Posts Covered

  • Pointsman
  • Track Maintainer
  • Assistant (Various Departments)
  • Assistant Loco Shed
  • Assistant Operations
  • Other Level-1 Posts

Educational Qualification

  • 10th Pass (Matriculation), OR
  • ITI from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute, OR
  • Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA), OR
  • National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) by NCVT

Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)

Minimum Age Maximum Age
18 Years 33 Years

Age Relaxation

Category Relaxation
OBC (NCL) 3 Years
SC / ST 5 Years
PwBD UR-10, OBC-13, SC/ST-15 Years
Ex-Servicemen As per service length + category benefit
Railway Staff (Group C/D) UR-40, OBC-43, SC/ST-45 Years

Nationality

  • Citizen of India, OR
  • Subject of Nepal / Bhutan, OR
  • Tibetan Refugee (before 01-01-1962), OR
  • Person of Indian Origin migrated from specified countries

Medical Standards

Standard Vision Requirement
A-2 / A-3 6/9 Distant Vision (with or without glasses)
B-1 / B-2 6/9 – 6/12 Vision
C-1 / C-2 6/12 – 6/18 Vision

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Category Physical Requirement
Male Carry 35 Kg for 100m in 2 min + Run 1000m in 4 min 15 sec
Female Carry 20 Kg for 100m in 2 min + Run 1000m in 5 min 40 sec
PwBD Exempted from PET (Medical Exam Required)

Selection Process

  • Computer Based Test (CBT)
  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
  • Document Verification
  • Medical Examination


RRB Group D 2026 – Useful Links

Link Name Link
Apply Online Click Here(link will be Active From 21/01/2026
Official Short Notification (CEN 09/2025) Click Here
Also Read Railway PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Apply Online For 225 ITI Apprentice Vacancy
RRB Official Website Visit Website

RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – FAQ

Q1. What is the minimum qualification required for RRB Group D 2026?
Ans: Candidates must have passed 10th Class or possess ITI / NAC / Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA) from a recognized institute.

Q2. What is the age limit for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules.

Q3. Is ITI compulsory for RRB Group D posts?
Ans: No. Candidates can apply if they are 10th pass OR have ITI / NAC / Apprenticeship qualification.

Q4. What is the selection process for RRB Group D 2026?
Ans: Selection will be based on Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

Q5. Are PwBD candidates required to appear for PET?
Ans: No. PwBD candidates are exempted from PET, but they must qualify the medical examination prescribed by RRB.

Q6. How many vacancies are announced for RRB Group D 2026?
Ans: A total of 22,000 (Approx.) Level-1 vacancies are announced under CEN 09/2025.

Q7. What medical standards are required for RRB Group D?
Ans: Candidates must meet A-2, A-3, B-1, B-2, C-1 or C-2 medical standards depending on the post, as prescribed by RRB.


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