Railway RRB Group D Recruitment Notification Released—22,000 Vacancies

Railway RRB Group D Recruitment Notification Released—22,000 Vacancies

The wait is over for the aspirants who have been eagerly awaiting their opportunity to join the Indian Railways. Following the approval of the Railway Ministry, RRB is expected to announce 22,000 vacancies for Group D Level 1 posts. Aspirants can start their preparation, as this is a significant opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs. Banco Coaching provides the best competition coaching in Sikar and help you to your preparation. 

Why Should Candidates Consider a Career in Railways? 

Indian Railways is one of the largest employers globally. This sector is constantly growing and provides job opportunities across various categories. With its immense employment potential, the railway sector can cater to a wide range of skills and educational qualifications, including clerical, engineering, and technical posts. 

The new railway vacancy for 2026 is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a career in Indian Railways. Here's why you should consider it:

  • Allowances, medical benefits, and pension.
  • Fixed working hours
  • A government-recognised job means stable pay

RRB Group D New Vacancy Details

An official notification was released by the Ministry of Railway, GoI, providing the post-wise and zone-wise vacancy details for this major recruitment drive. A total of 22,000 vacancies have been announced and include the following roles and approved vacancies:

Sr. No

Positions

   Seats

1

Assistant Track Machine

600

2

Assistant Bridge

600

3

Track Maintainer Grade IV

11,000

5

Assistant P-Way

300

6

Assistant TRD

800

7

Assistant Loco Shed

200

8

Assistant Operations

500

9

Assistant TL&AC

500

10

Assistant C&W

1000

11

Assistant S&T

1500

12

Pointsman-B

5000


A large number of vacancies have been approved in the Engineering department, while Traffic, Electrical, Mechanical and S&T have also approved a good number of posts. 

Eligibility Criteria of RRB Railway Group D Posts

The eligibility criteria for RRB Railway posts include the required educational qualifications, prescribed age limit, and applicable application fees. Candidates must also fulfil the nationality conditions set by the Railway Recruitment Board.

Education Qualification

Candidates who have passed their class 10th from a recognised board or have an ITI/National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT/SCVT are eligible for the above posts. 

Age limit

The minimum age requirement for general category candidates is 18 years, and the maximum age is 36 years. 

Category

Minimum Age

Maximum Age

General

18 years

36 years

OBC

18 years

39 years (36 + 3 years relaxation)

SC/ST

18 years

41 years (36 + 5 years relaxation)


Application fees details

The application fees required for the railway recruitment exam are as follows:

  • Candidates of unreserved/OBC/EWS categories will be required to pay a fee of Rs 500.
  • Candidates from SC/ST/PwBD categories, females, and transgender individuals will be required to pay a fee of Rs 250.

Nationality

The applicants have to be citizens of India. Additionally, persons of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries, as well as those from Nepal or Bhutan/Tibetan refugees (before January 1, 1962), can also apply.

Railway RRB Group D Recruitment Process

The selection process will go through significant steps:

Computer-based test (CBT)

The candidates will have to appear in a 90-minute CBT. The test aims to check their knowledge across various subjects. The questions will be asked from key subjects, including General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness and Current Affairs. CBT plays a crucial role in shortlisting the candidates for the next steps. Banco Career Academy will help you overcome any obstacles you might face while preparing for your examination. 

Medium of exam

The exam will be conducted in various languages like Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. Candidates can choose their languages.

Physical Efficiency Test

Candidates who pass their CBT will be required to undergo a Physical Efficiency Test (PET). It is designed to test the physical endurance and fitness of the candidates.

 The physical requirements for the candidates are as follows:  

  1. Male candidates must carry a weight of 35 kg, while female candidates must carry a weight of 20 kg for a distance of 100 meters within 2 minutes, ensuring they do not put it down. 
  2. Both male and female candidates are required to run 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds and 5 minutes 40 seconds, respectively.

Document verification

After clearing the PET, candidates must have their documents verified in accordance with the RRB guidelines. The documents confirming the candidate's eligibility, qualification, identity proof, and category certificates are required.

Medical examination

This step is designed to evaluate the overall physical and mental health of candidates to ensure they will be able to fulfill their responsibilities properly. The medical examination is done in accordance with the RRB Group D medical standards.

Where can you apply for the new vacancies? 

The application process for the Railway Group D Examination is expected to start from the end of December 2025 or the first week of January 2026. So you can visit the official www.rrbcdg.gov.in to apply for various posts. 

Conclusion:

The RRB Group D new vacancy is a massive recruitment drive that can transform the lives of numerous candidates. So, start your preparation today. Banco coaching is known for providing quality education to its students. We help students prepare efficiently for competitive exams, provide high-quality study materials, and administer regular mock tests to help them understand the concepts properly, which in turn benefits them in the future. 

FAQs 

  • How many posts are expected under the Railway RRB Group D recruitment 2026?

RRB is expected to announce 22,000 vacancies for Group D Level 1 posts across various departments, including Engineering, Electrical, Traffic, Mechanical, and Science and Technology (S&T).

  • What is the minimum qualification required for RRB Group D Level 1 Posts?

Candidates must have passed their 10th class or hold an ITI/National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC). They must also meet the age and medical requirements.

  • Where can I apply for RRB Group D posts in 2026?

You can visit the official website reapply.gov.in to apply for various posts. 

  • Has the application filing process started?

The application process is expected to start by the end of December 2025 or the first week of January.

  • What is the application fee for the various posts?

The application fee is RS 500 for candidates of unreserved/ OBC/ EWS groups. SC/ST candidates, PwBD categories, females, and transgender people will pay only Rs 250.