What is the qualification for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be 10th pass or possess ITI / NAC / Course Completed Act Apprenticeship qualification from a recognized institute.

What is the age limit for RRB Group D 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.

How many vacancies are announced for RRB Group D 2026?

Approximately 22,000 Level 1 vacancies are announced under CEN 09/2025.

What is the selection process for RRB Group D?

Selection includes Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification and Medical Examination.

Are PwBD candidates required to appear for PET?

No, PwBD candidates are exempted from PET but must qualify the prescribed medical examination.

What are the medical standards for RRB Group D posts?

Medical standards include A-2, A-3, B-1, B-2, C-1 or C-2 depending on the post.

When will the RRB Group D online application start?

The apply online link will be activated from 21 January 2026.

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)

RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Level 1 Posts

Short Details of Notification (CEN 09/2025)

WWW.SARKARIEDGE.IN

Recruitment Highlights

Recruitment Board	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Level	Level-1 (Group D)
Total Vacancies	22000 (Approx.)
Notification No.	CEN 09/2025
Selection Process	CBT, PET, DV & Medical

Posts Covered

Pointsman
Track Maintainer
Assistant (Various Departments)
Assistant Loco Shed
Assistant Operations
Other Level-1 Posts

Educational Qualification

10th Pass (Matriculation), OR
ITI from NCVT / SCVT recognized institute, OR
Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA), OR
National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)

Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)

Minimum Age	Maximum Age
18 Years	33 Years

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
OBC (NCL)	3 Years
SC / ST	5 Years
PwBD	UR-10, OBC-13, SC/ST-15 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per rules
Railway Staff (Group C/D)	UR-40, OBC-43, SC/ST-45 Years

Nationality

Citizen of India
Subject of Nepal / Bhutan
Tibetan Refugee (before 01-01-1962)
Person of Indian Origin migrated from specified countries

Medical Standards

Standard	Vision Requirement
A-2 / A-3	6/9 Distant Vision
B-1 / B-2	6/9 – 6/12
C-1 / C-2	6/12 – 6/18

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Category	Requirement
Male	Carry 35 Kg for 100m in 2 min + Run 1000m in 4 min 15 sec
Female	Carry 20 Kg for 100m in 2 min + Run 1000m in 5 min 40 sec
PwBD	Exempted (Medical Exam Required)

Selection Process

Computer Based Test (CBT)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Document Verification
Medical Examination

Important Links

Apply Online	Click Here
Short Notification (CEN 09/2025)	Click Here
RRB Official Website	Visit Website

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1.	Minimum qualification?	10th / ITI / NAC / CCAA
Q2.	Age limit?	18 to 33 Years
Q3.	Total vacancies?	22000 (Approx.)
Q4.	Selection process?	CBT, PET, DV & Medical
Q5.	PET for PwBD?	No
Q6.	Medical standards?	A-2 to C-2
Q7.	Apply mode?	Online