Railway Recruitment Board (Ministry of Railways) has officially released the short notice on 23 December 2025 for RRB Group-D (Level-1) Recruitment 2026 for 22000 Post. Online application will start on 21 January 2026 to 20 February 2026. For more information related to RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 such as Application Fee’s, Age limit, Eligibility Criteria, Syllabus and Pay Scale read the RRB Group-D Level-1 notification.
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
RRB Group D Level-1 Recruitment 2026 : Short Details
Important Dates
- RRB Group D Notification 2026 Date : 23 December 2026
- Online Application start date : 21 January 2026 (Tentative)
- Online Application Last Date : 20 February 2026 Tentative
- Last Date Pay Exam Fee : February 2026
- Correction / Modified Form : Notified Soon
- Exam City Details : Before Exam
- Exam Date : Notified Soon
- Admit Card: Notified Soon
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Application Fee's
- General / OBC / EWS : ₹ 500
- SC / ST / PH : ₹ 250
- All Category Female : ₹ 250
After Appear in the Stage I Exam
- UR/OBC/EWS Fee Refund : ₹ 400
- SC / ST / PH / Female Refund : ₹ 250
- Pay the Exam Fee By Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking Fee Mode Only
RRB Group D Level-1 Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum Age Limit : 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit : 33 Years.
- Extra Age Relaxation as per Railway Recruitment Board RRB Group D Notification 2026.
RRB Group D Level-1 Eligibility Criteria
Post Name
Total Post
RRB JE Eligibility Criteria 2025
Group D Level-1
22000
- Minimum: 10th Pass / ITI Certificate from recognized institutions.
Total Post
RRB Group D Level-1 Selection Process
RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2026 Selection process consists of four stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Objective questions on General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Running, lifting weights, and other physical tasks.
- Document Verification – Checking eligibility certificates.
- Medical Examination – Final fitness check.
RRB Group D Level-1 Pay Scale
- Basic Pay: ₹18,000 (Level-1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix).
- Gross Salary: ₹22,000–₹25,000 per month (including allowances).
- Perks: DA, HRA, TA, medical benefits, pension.
RRB Group D Level-1 Syllabus
- Mathematics: Number system, percentages, ratio & proportion, time & work, profit & loss.
- Reasoning: Analogies, coding-decoding, syllogism, puzzles.
- General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (10th standard level).
- General Awareness: Current events, Indian Railways, sports, history, polity, geography.
Key Points
- Merit List: Prepared based on CBT performance + PET qualification + DV clearance.
- No Interview: Unlike other government exams, RRB Group D has no interview stage.
- Reservation Rules: SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates get relaxation as per government norms.
- Final Appointment: Issued only after medical fitness and document verification.
How to apply for Railway Group D Vacancy 2026
- Railway Recruitment Board (Ministry of Railways) has officially released the short notice on 23 December 2025 for RRB Group-D (Level-1) Recruitment 2026 for 22000 Post. Online application will start on 21 January 2026 to 20 February 2026.
- Before Applying for RRB Group-D Recruitment 2026 Exam candidates should read the notification on official website of RRB.
- Applicant Check and Arrange the All Document Such as – Eligibility proof, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Check All the details such as Name, Father’s Name, Date of Birth and other details Carefully.
- If Required to Paying the Application Fee Must Submit. If You will Not the Pay Application Fees Your Form is Not Completed.
- Take Out the Print after Final Submission of Application Form.
Important Link for Online Application
Apply Online
Download Notification
Download Short Notification
Official Website
Frequently Asked Question
Online application process for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 will commence on 21 January 2026.
last date to apply for the RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2026 is 20 Febuary 2026.
- Minimum Age Limit : 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit : 33 Years.
- Extra Age Relaxation as per Railway Recruitment Board RRB Group D Notification 2026.
- Minimum: 10th Pass / ITI Certificate from recognized institutions.
RRB has announced 22,000 vacancies across multiple railway zones for Group D Level-1 posts.
Selection involves four stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
Group D staff perform essential duties such as:
- Track maintenance
- Assisting in loco sheds
- Helping in electrical/mechanical departments
- Supporting railway operations
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) follows a multi-stage selection procedure to recruit candidates for Group D (Level-1) posts. This ensures that aspirants are tested for knowledge, physical ability, and eligibility documents before final appointment.