The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released a short notice for the massive recruitment of Level 1 (Group D) posts for the year 2026. Under the CEN 09/2025 notification, the Indian Railways aims to fill approximately 22,000 vacancies across various categories including Track Maintainer Grade IV, Pointsman-B, and Assistants in various technical departments. This recruitment drive is a significant opportunity for 10th-pass candidates and ITI holders to secure a stable career in one of the world's largest rail networks.

✅ Key Details and Application Roadmap

The following table summarizes the essential information for the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026:

✅ Selection Methodology

The selection process for RRB Group D is designed to test both the mental aptitude and physical fitness of the candidates:

❖ Computer Based Test (CBT): The primary screening stage consisting of multiple-choice questions covering General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness/Current Affairs.

❖ Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates qualifying the CBT must undergo physical tasks. For males, this typically involves carrying 35 kg for 100 meters and running 1000 meters in 4 min 15 sec.

❖ Document Verification (DV): Candidates are called based on their CBT performance and successful completion of PET to verify their original academic and category certificates.

❖ Medical Examination: A comprehensive medical check-up is conducted to ensure the candidate meets the specific medical standards (A-2, A-3, B-1, etc.) required for their allotted post.

✅ How to Apply Online

Candidates must submit their applications only through the centralized portal of the Railway Recruitment Board.

✵ Portal Access: Go to the official recruitment portal at www.rrbapply.gov.in and select the "CEN 09/2025" link.

✵ Registration: Click on "Create an Account" to register with a unique mobile number and email ID. Note that once an account is created, details like name and date of birth cannot be modified.

✵ Fill the Application: Log in with your credentials and fill in your educational details, zone preference, and personal information.

✵ Document Upload: Upload a high-quality scanned photograph (white background) and signature. SC/ST candidates must upload their category certificate to avail of free travel passes for the exam.

✵ Fee Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹500 (for General/OBC) or ₹250 (for SC/ST/Ex-SM/Female). A partial refund is issued after the candidate appears for the CBT.