RRB Group D Online Form 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 30, 2026 |
| Online Application Start | January 31, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | March 9, 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | March 11, 2026 |
| Correction Window | March 12–21, 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | March 22–26, 2026 |
| Admit Card & Exam Date | To be announced |
Steps to Apply Online for RRB Group D 2026
RRB Group D 2026 online applications (CEN 09/2025) closed on March 9, with fee deadline March 11; corrections remain open until March 21. Here’s the full, detailed step-by-step guide on how to apply, based on the official process.
Eligibility Check
Before starting, ensure you meet criteria:
Age: 18-36 years as of July 1, 2026 (relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/ExSM apply).
Education: Minimum Class 10 pass or ITI from NCVT/SCVT.
Nationality: Indian citizen or eligible equivalents.
No applications accepted without valid documents; check detailed CEN PDF on regional RRB sites.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Follow these exact steps on rrbapply.gov.in (one-time portal for all RRBs):
Access the Portal
Go to rrbapply.gov.in. Select your regional RRB (e.g., RRB Bangalore, Chennai, etc.) from the list. Click the “New Applicant” tab, then select “CEN No. 09/2025 – Group ‘D’ posts (Level-1)”. Read instructions and click “I Agree”.One-Time Registration
Enter basic details: full name (as in 10th certificate), father’s name, date of birth (format DD/MM/YYYY), mobile number, and email ID.
Solve captcha; click “Submit”. Receive Registration Number (10-digit) and Password via SMS/email instantly. Save these securely—no recovery option.Log In and Fill Part I (Personal/Educational Details)
Log in using Registration Number and Password.Community (Gen/SC/ST/OBC/ExSM/PwD/Minority).
Educational quals: 10th details (board, roll no., year), ITI if applicable.
Address, gender, marital status, religion (for statistical purposes).
Preferred RRB zones (up to 15 in order of preference) and posts (Track Maintainer, Helper, etc.).
Upload photo (20-50KB, 35-50mm height, white background, JPG) and signature (10-20KB, black ink on white paper, JPG). Use tools like rrbcdg.gov.in photo verifier if available.
Fill Part II (Additional Details)
Choose exam language (15 options: Hindi, English, etc.).
Select up to 3 exam cities per RRB zone (final allotment by RRB).
Declaration for scribe if needed (extra fee applies later).
Preview all details; edit if required. No changes post-submission except correction window.
Document Upload
Mandatory:Photo & signature (as above).
Class 10 certificate (50-100KB PDF/JPG).
SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS certificate (if applicable, specific formats).
PwD/ExSM certificates.
ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID, etc.).
Ensure files match specs to avoid rejection.
Fee Payment
Gen/OBC/EWS: ₹250 (₹100 refundable on CBT appearance).
SC/ST/PwD/ExSM/Women/Transgender/Minorities: ₹250 (fully refundable).
Pay online via debit/credit card, UPI, net banking, or SBI e-challan. Print receipt.
Final Submission
Review entire form. Submit to generate Application Confirmation Page (with photo, details). Download PDF and print 2 copies. No email sent—must download manually.
Post-Application Actions
Track status via “Application Status” link on portal (live from March 15).
Corrections (March 12-21): Log in to edit limited fields (name, photo, etc.) for ₹250 fee; no changes to zone/post preference.
Scribe opting: March 22-26.
Keep Registration No. safe for admit card (TBA).
Common Errors to Avoid
Mismatched name/DOB from 10th certificate leads to rejection.
Poor photo/signature quality.
Payment failures—recheck transaction ID.
Multiple applications: Only latest considered; extras cancelled.
Apply only through official portal; beware of fraud sites. For queries, contact regional RRB helpdesk (details in CEN).
RRB Group D Vacancy Details 2026
RRB Group D 2026 (CEN 09/2025) offers 21,997 vacancies for Level-1 posts across Indian Railways zones, though official tallies confirm 22,195 total (minor sources vary due to revisions).
Post-Wise Vacancies
| Post Name | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Track Maintainer Grade IV | Engineering | 10,742 |
| Pointsman-B | Traffic | 5,111 |
| Assistant (S&T) | S&T | 1,478 |
| Assistant (TL & AC) | Electrical | 978 |
| Assistant (C&W) | Mechanical | 894 |
| Assistant (TRD) | Electrical | 764 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Electrical | 654 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | Engineering | 558 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | Engineering | 560 |
| Assistant (P-Way) | Engineering | 456 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical | 400 |
| Total | – | 22,195 |
Zone-Wise Distribution (Selected Highlights)
Vacancies are allocated across 21 RRBs/zones; highest in Northern Railway (3,537), Western Railway (3,148), Northeast Frontier (1,776).
| Zone (RRB) | Total Vacancies |
|---|
| Zone (RRB) | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Northern (Delhi) | 3,537 |
| Western (Mumbai) | 3,148 |
| Northeast Frontier (Guwahati) | 1,776 |
| North Central (Allahabad) | 1,183 |
| North Western (Jaipur) | 974 |
| South Central (Secunderabad) | ~1,012 |
| Central (Mumbai) | 1,979 |
Who Can Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026?
Candidates eligible for RRB Group D 2026 (CEN 09/2025) must meet specific nationality, age, educational, medical, and physical criteria for the 22,195 Level-1 posts.
Nationality
Must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee settled before January 1, 1962, or person of Indian origin from specified countries with eligibility certificate.
Age Limit
As of January 1, 2026 (some sources note July 1, 2026—verify official CEN):
Minimum: 18 years.
Maximum: 36 years (majority view) or 33 years (conflicting reports).
Relaxations:OBC (NCL): +3 years.
SC/ST: +5 years.
ExSM: +10 years (aggregate service deducted).
PwD (Gen): +10 years; OBC: +13; SC/ST: +15.
Full details in CEN PDF.
Educational Qualification
Passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board, OR
ITI from NCVT/SCVT in relevant trade (e.g., Fitter, Electrician), OR
Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA), OR
National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from NCVT.
Specific trades required for certain posts (e.g., Track Maintainer needs ITI). Candidates awaiting final results ineligible.
Medical Standards
Eyesight, vision, and physical fitness per Railway norms (e.g., A-3 category for most posts: distant vision 6/9,60 green/red color). Detailed in CEN Annexure.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Qualifying (post-CBT):
Male: 35 kg weight lift + 1000m run in 4 min 15 sec.
Female: 20 kg weight lift + 1000m run in 5 min 40 sec.
No marks; elimination stage.
Other Key Points
No experience required.
Unlimited attempts (subject to age).
Multiple applications cancelled; only last valid one considered.
Verify exact criteria in official CEN 09/2025 on regional RRB sites (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in), as discrepancies exist across sources.
RRB Group D 2026 exam pattern and syllabus
RRB Group D 2026 (CEN 09/2025) features a single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT) as the primary written exam, followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification (DV), and Medical exam.
CBT Exam Pattern
The CBT is objective-type with 100 MCQs for 100 marks, to be completed in 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates). Negative marking applies: 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Questions are bilingual (English/Hindi + 13 regional languages); normalization of marks applies across shifts.
Subject-Wise Syllabus
Mathematics (Class 10 Level)
Number system, BODMAS, decimals/fractions, LCM/HCF, ratio/proportion, percentages, profit/loss, simple/compound interest, time/distance/work, time/work, mensuration, geometry, age problems, averages, algebra, elementary statistics.
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Analogies, alphabetical/numerical series, coding/decoding, mathematical operations, relationships, syllogism, jumbling, Venn diagrams, data interpretation/sufficiency, conclusions/inferences, statement-courses of action/assumptions, directions, similarities/differences, analytical reasoning, classification, puzzles.
General Science (Class 10 CBSE/State Board)
Physics: Units/measurements, motion, work/energy/power, gravitation, Newton’s laws, sound/waves.
Chemistry: Materials, atomic structure, periodic table, chemical reactions, acids/bases/salts, metals/non-metals.
Life Sciences: Biology basics, classification/living organisms, cells, human body systems, nutrition, diseases, environment/ecology.
General Awareness & Current Affairs
Science & technology, sports, culture, personalites, economics, politics, geography/history of India, environment, current events (national/international).
Post-CBT Stages
PET (Qualifying): Male: Lift 35kg + run 1000m in 4:15 min; Female: 20kg + 1000m in 5:40 min. No marks awarded.
DV & Medical: Verify originals; meet A-3 eyesight/physical standards.
RRB Group D Important Links
Official Links
Unified Application Portal: rrbapply.gov.in – Apply, status check, corrections (use for CEN 09/2025).
CEN Notification PDF: Download detailed CEN 09/2025 from regional RRB sites (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in).
RRB Chandigarh Official: rrbcdg.gov.in – Notices, helpdesk, zone-specific updates.
Regional RRB Websites
| Zone | Website |
|---|
| Zone | Website |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Ajmer | rrbajmer.gov.in |
| Bangalore | rrbbnc.gov.in |
| Bhopal | rrbhbp.gov.in |
| Bhubaneswar | rrbbbs.gov.in |
| Bilaspur | rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| Chandigarh | rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Chennai | rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Gorakhpur | rrbgorakhpur.gov.in |
| Guwahati | rrbguwahati.gov.in |
| Jammu-Srinagar | rrbjammu.nic.in |
| Kolkata | rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Malda | rrbmalda.gov.in |
| Mumbai | rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| Muzaffarpur | rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in |
| Patna | rrbpatna.gov.in |
| Ranchi | rrbranchi.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| Siliguri | rrbシルiguri.gov.in |
| Thiruvananthapuram | rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in |
Utility Links
Helpdesk: rrb.help@csc.gov.in or 0172-565-3333 / 9592001188 (10 AM-5 PM).
Application Status: rrbapply.gov.in (live from March 15).
E-Call Letters/Admit Cards: Regional sites post-exam announcement.
All primary info originates from rrbapply.gov.in and 21 regional RRBs—bookmark your zone’s site for real-time alerts.
FAQ’S
Here are 5 key FAQs for RRB Group D 2026 (CEN 09/2025), based on official details from the notification and process.
1. What is the application status as of March 12, 2026?
Applications closed on March 9, fee payment ended March 11, and the correction window is open until March 21—log in at rrbapply.gov.in to edit limited fields for ₹250 fee.
2. Is there negative marking in the CBT exam?
Yes, 1/3rd mark is deducted for each wrong answer in the 100-question CBT (90 minutes), covering Maths (25Q), Reasoning (30Q), General Science (25Q), and GA/Current Affairs (20Q).
3. What are the PET standards after CBT?
Qualifying only: Males lift 35kg + run 1000m in 4 min 15 sec; females lift 20kg + run 1000m in 5 min 40 sec—no marks awarded, elimination stage.
4. Can I apply for multiple RRBs or posts?
Yes, select up to 15 RRB zones in preference order and eligible posts (e.g., Track Maintainer)—but multiple applications lead to cancellation of extras; only the last valid one counts.
5. When will admit cards and exam dates be announced?
TBA on regional RRB sites (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in) post-application process; check rrbapply.gov.in for status from March 15 onward—expect CBT in mid-2026.