RRB Group D 2026: Recruitment Announced for 22,195 Group D Posts in Indian Railways
RRB Group D 2026 Notification has been officially released by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), bringing a golden opportunity for candidates seeking a government job in Indian Railways. Under this recruitment drive, a total of 22,195 Group D (Level-1) vacancies have been announced across various railway zones. Candidates who have passed 10th class or hold an ITI qualification are eligible to apply for these posts.
The online application process starts from today, and interested candidates can submit their applications through the official website of the Railway Recruitment Board. The last date to apply online is March 2, 2026. This large-scale recruitment aims to fill 21,997 Level-1 posts, offering stable employment and attractive benefits under the Central Government.
RRB Group D 2026: Important Dates
- Application Start Date: From today
- Last Date to Apply: March 2, 2026
- Official Website: rrbchennai.gov.in
Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
To apply for the RRB Group D Vacancy 2026, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:
Educational Qualification
- The candidate must have passed 10th standard (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
- Candidates possessing ITI certification, an equivalent qualification, or a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit
- The minimum age required is 18 years, and the maximum age limit is 33 years, calculated as of January 1, 2026.
- Age relaxation will be provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and other reserved categories as per government norms.
RRB Group D Application Fee Details
The application fee for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 varies by category:
- General / EWS / OBC-NCL Candidates:
- Application Fee: ₹500
- Refund: ₹400 will be refunded after appearing in the CBT exam.
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen / Transgender / Minority / EBC Candidates:
- Application Fee: ₹250
- Refund: Full amount (₹250) will be refunded after appearing in the CBT exam.
The refund will be processed after the candidate appears in the Computer Based Test (CBT).
Selection Process for RRB Group D Posts
The selection of candidates for Railway Group D Level-1 posts will be carried out in multiple stages to ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process:
- Computer Based Test (CBT):
The CBT is the first stage and tests candidates on subjects such as General Awareness, Mathematics, General Science, and Reasoning. - Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
Candidates who qualify the CBT will be called for the PET, which evaluates physical fitness as per railway standards. - Document Verification:
Shortlisted candidates must present original documents for verification. - Medical Examination:
Final selection is subject to clearing the medical fitness test conducted by the Railways.
Salary and Pay Scale for RRB Group D Posts
Candidates selected for RRB Group D Level-1 posts will be placed under Level-1 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix.
- Basic Pay: ₹18,000 per month
- Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Travel Allowances
- Medical facilities
- Other Central Government benefits
With allowances included, the total monthly salary becomes quite attractive, making this recruitment an excellent career opportunity for eligible candidates.