The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have conducted the RRB Group D Exam 2026 (Advt. No. CEN 08/2024) for a total of 32,438 vacancies across various posts in Indian Railways. The exam process included a Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Candidates who appeared for the exam can expect the Group D result to be declared soon on the official websites.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | January 23, 2025 |
| Application Last Date | March 1, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | March 3, 2025 |
| Admit Card Released On | November 24, 2025 |
| Exam Dates | November 27, 2025 - February 10, 2026 |
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | 5058 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 799 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 301 |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 13187 |
| Assistant P-Way | 247 |
| Assistant (C&W) | 2587 |
| Assistant TRD | 1381 |
| Assistant (S&T) | 2012 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | 420 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 950 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 744 |
| Assistant TL & AC | 1041 |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | 624 |
| Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | 3077 |
| Eligibility | Candidates must have completed Class 10 (High School) from a school recognized by NCVT/SCVT or hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT. |
|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 36 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per RRB regulations for various posts in Group D Level 1 positions. |
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹ 500/- |
| SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender | ₹ 250/- |
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT-1) |
| 2 | Physical Efficiency Test |
| 3 | Document Verification |
| 4 | Medical Examination |
The examination was a Computer Based Test (CBT) with subjects including General Science (25 questions), Mathematics (25 questions), General Intelligence & Reasoning (30 questions), and General Awareness & Current Affairs (20 questions). The marking scheme is +1 mark for each correct answer and a penalty of -1/3 mark for each wrong answer. Candidates may refer to the official notification for detailed syllabus.
The application process for RRB Group D 2026 began on January 23, 2025 and closed on March 1, 2025. Candidates had to pay the application fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet by March 3, 2025. Applications were accepted through the official RRB online portal on behalf of the recruiting organization.
Apply online link: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/#/auth/landing
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) is responsible for recruitment for various posts in Indian Railways. The organization plays a vital role in providing employment opportunities in one of the largest government sectors in India.
Official website: https://indianrailways.gov.in/
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Admit Card Download | Click Here |
| Official Result Source | Official RRB regional websites and https://indianrailways.gov.in/ |
The application process started on January 23, 2025.
The last date to apply was March 1, 2025.
The exam was conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT).
Candidates must have completed Class 10 from NCVT/SCVT recognized schools or hold an NAC certificate from NCVT.
The results will be available on the official RRB regional websites and on the official Indian Railways website https://indianrailways.gov.in/.