The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has revised the application deadline for the Group D 2026 recruitment under CEN No. 09/2025, giving candidates extra time to submit forms for the large-scale hiring drive. This recruitment aims to fill 22,195 Level-1 posts — including roles such as Track Maintainer, Helper, Pointsman and other Group D positions — across various divisions of Indian Railways.
RRB Group D 2026 Application Dates – Revised Schedule
The festive recruitment timeline was updated after the initial deadline, allowing candidates more time to complete their applications. The important dates are as follows:
- Online Application Start Date: 31 January 2026
- Revised Last Date to Apply Online: 9 March 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Application Fee Payment: 11 March 2026
- Application Correction Window: 12 March – 21 March 2026
Eligible aspirants must ensure they submit their online application and fee before the revised closing dates on the official portal rrbapply.gov.in.
Vacancy and Eligibility Overview
The RRB Group D 2026 recruitment offers 22,195 level-1 vacancies for candidates meeting the eligibility criteria specified in the RRB notification — typically including Class 10 pass or ITI qualification from recognised boards/institutions with the appropriate age range Key details regarding the posts:
- Total Vacancies: 22,195 Level-1 jobs
- Eligibility: Class 10 pass or ITI certificate
- Age Limit: As per notification norms (generally 18-33 years with relaxation)Candidates should review the official RRB CEN No. 09/2025 notification for exact eligibility and post-wise criteria before applyin
How to Apply for RRB Group D 2026?
Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the RRB Group D online application:
- Visit the official RRB application portal: rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on the RRB Group D 2026 registration link.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal and educational details accurately.
- Upload scanned documents like photograph, signature and certificates as required.
- Pay the application fee online before 11 March 2026.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation/print copy for records.
Candidates are advised to avoid last-minute submission issues due to heavy site traffic.
What Happens After Application Deadline
Once the application period closes:
- A correction window will open for candidates to edit form details if needed.
- RRB will release admit cards ahead of the scheduled Computer Based Test (CBT) dates.
- Subsequently, answer keys, results and selection processes will follow per the recruitment calendar.
With the last date extended, aspirants have more flexibility and time to finalise their applications for one of the largest railway recruitments of the year.