Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has released a short notice for the recruitment of Group-D (Level-1) posts. A total of 22,000+ tentative vacancies will be filled. Online applications will start from 21 January 2026 and continue till 20 February 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Date | Available Soon |
| Online Apply Start Date | 21 January 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date To Apply | 20 February 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 20 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Soon |
Note: Candidates are advised to confirm dates from the official RRB website.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Refund (After CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 400/- |
| SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender | ₹ 250/- | ₹ 250/- |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Mobile Wallet
Age Limit (As Per RRB Rules)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 36 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per government rules
Total Vacancies
22,000+ Posts (Tentative)
RRB Group-D Vacancy Details (Level-1)
| Post Name | No. Of Posts |
|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | — |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | — |
| Assistant (Bridge) | — |
| Track Maintainer Grade IV | — |
| Assistant P-Way | — |
| Assistant (C&W) | — |
| Assistant TRD | — |
| Assistant (S&T) | — |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | — |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | — |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | — |
| Assistant TL & AC | — |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | — |
| Assistant Workshop (Mechanical) | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board or possess National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Category | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 1000 Meter | 4 Minutes 15 Seconds |
| Female | 1000 Meter | 5 Minutes 40 Seconds |
Pay Scale & Salary
Pay Level: Level-1 (7th Pay Commission)
Basic Pay: ₹ 18,000/- per month
Additional allowances as per railway rules.
Mode Of Selection
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How To Apply Online
- Visit the official RRB website
- Click on Apply Online link
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form before 20 February 2026
Note: Students are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
Important Links
- Apply Online – Link Activate on 22 January 2026
- Short Notice – Available Soon
- Official Notification – Available Soon
- RRB Official Website – indianrailways.gov.in
