🚆 What’s Happening: RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Begins

  • The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially started the online application process for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026.
  • A total of 22,195 Level‑1 vacancies have been announced across various indian Railway zones and departments.
  • These posts include roles such as Track Maintainer, Assistant, Pointsman, Helpers, etc. (Group D posts).
  • 10th pass candidates (and others meeting eligibility) can apply online.

📅 Key Dates You Must Know

✔️ Application Start: 31 January 2026
✔️ Last Date to Apply: 2 March 2026 (11:59 PM)
✔️ Last Date for Fee Payment: 4 March 2026
✔️ Correction Window: 5 – 14 March 2026
✔️ Exam Dates & Admit Cards: To be announced later by RRB.

👩‍🎓 Who Can Apply (Eligibility)

To be eligible, you must meet these basic criteria:

🎓 Educational Qualification

  • Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized board
    OR
  • ITI / NAC Certificate holders in relevant trades are also eligible.

📆 Age Limit

  • 18 – 33 years (as on 1 January 2026), with age relaxation for reserved categories (OBC/SC/ST).

📜 Documents Needed

  • Class 10 certificate (or ITI/NAC certificate)
  • Aadhaar card (ensure details match your application)
  • Photograph and signature
  • Caste / category certificate (if applicable)

📝 Step‑by‑Step: Fill the RRB Group D Form Yourself

Here’s how you can complete your application online:

1️⃣ Visit the Official Portal

Go to the RRB application website:
👉 rrbapply.gov.in – this is where you will register and submit your form.

2️⃣ Register Your Profile

  • Click “New Registration”
  • Enter your Name, Email, mobile no., and Aadhaar details
  • Create a login ID and password

🔑 Make sure your Aadhaar name, date of birth, and photo match your certificates — mismatches can lead to rejection.

3️⃣ Fill in Personal & Educational Details

  • Enter your personal data
  • Add your Class 10 and/or ITI/NAC details
  • Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates)

📌 Double‑check everything before you proceed.

4️⃣ Pay the application Fee

  • General/OBC: ₹500
  • SC/ST/Ex‑Servicemen/Female/EBC/PwBD: ₹250
    (The fee is partially or fully refundable after the CBT.)

5️⃣ Submit the Form

  • Once you’re sure all info is correct, submit the application
  • Save the confirmation page and receipt
  • Note your Application/Registration number for future use

6️⃣ Keep Track of Updates

  • Admit cards and exam dates will be shared on the official RRB website
  • Use your login details to check and download hall tickets later

🔎 Selection Process

After you apply, the recruitment process generally includes:

✅ Computer Based Test (CBT) – online exam
✅ Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – for qualified candidates
✅ Document Verification (DV)
✅ Medical Examination

Your final selection depends on performance across these stages.

💰 Pay & Benefits

  • Starting salary: Approx. ₹18,000 per month (Level 1 pay scale) along with applicable allowances.

📌 Quick Tips Before You Apply

🔹 Keep all original documents ready before filling the form.
🔹 Upload clear and recent photos and signatures.
🔹 Ensure your email/mobile is active — notifications are sent regularly.
🔹 Apply before the deadline (2 March 2026) — late forms won’t be accepted.

 

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Balasahana Suresh

03/02/2026 10:21 AM