The Railway Recruitment Board has officially released the RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 notification under Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2025.
A total of 22,195 Level-1 vacancies have been announced across various railway zones, making it one of the largest government recruitment drives in recent years.
Online applications are being accepted via the centralized portal.
📌 Recruitment Overview
- Total Vacancies: 22,195 (Provisional)
- Post Level: Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
- Application Mode: Online only
- Selection Authority: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Posting: Within selected railway zone
Candidates can apply for only one railway zone.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 4 March 2026 |
| Correction Window | 5–14 March 2026 |
Applicants are advised not to wait until the last date due to heavy traffic on the portal.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
🔹 Age Limit (As on 1 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | Up to 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per service length |
Date of birth in the Matriculation certificate will be considered final.
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the required qualification on or before 2 March 2026.
Those awaiting final results are not eligible.
Post-wise qualifications are detailed in the official notification.
💰 Application Fee & Refund Policy
| Category | Fee | Refund After CBT |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/Female/Transgender | ₹250 | ₹250 |
Refund will be processed after appearing for the CBT (bank charges applicable).
📝 Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of multiple stages:
1️⃣ Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Objective-type questions
- Negative marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer
2️⃣ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Mandatory qualifying stage
- Different standards for male & female candidates
3️⃣ Document Verification
4️⃣ Medical Examination
- Must meet railway medical & vision standards
Failure at any stage leads to elimination.
🏗️ Nature of Work
Group D employees are responsible for:
- Track maintenance
- Infrastructure upkeep
- Operational support
- Railway safety tasks
These roles are essential for ensuring smooth railway functioning.
📈 Career Benefits
RRB Group D jobs offer:
- 7th CPC pay structure
- Job security
- Promotion opportunities
- Medical facilities
- Travel concessions
- Pension & retirement benefits
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Total vacancies in RRB Group D 2025?
👉 22,195 provisional vacancies.
Q2. Age limit?
👉 18–33 years (as on 1 Jan 2026).
Q3. Is there negative marking?
👉 Yes, 1/3rd marks deducted per wrong answer.
Q4. Can I apply for multiple zones?
👉 No, only one zone allowed.
Q5. Is application fee refundable?
👉 Yes, partial/full refund after CBT appearance.
📌 Final Advice
The RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 is a major opportunity for candidates seeking stable government employment. With transparent procedures and a large number of vacancies, competition is expected to be high.
Applicants should carefully review eligibility conditions, upload correct documents, and begin CBT preparation early.