The Railway Recruitment Boards have released 22,195 vacancies under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026. The online application process began on 31 January 2026 and will continue till 02 March 2026. Eligible candidates who have passed Class 10 or hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate can apply through the official RRB portal. The recruitment will be conducted for various Level-1 posts across railway zones.
RRB Group D 2026: Vacancy and Important Dates
The recruitment drive aims to fill entry-level posts in Indian Railways. Key details are provided below.
- Total Vacancies: 22,195
- Application Start Date: 31 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 02 March 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 04 March 2026
- Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026): 18 to 33 years
Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
RRB Group D 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the following conditions before applying.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognised board
- OR possess an ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT recognised)
- OR hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT
Candidates must also meet prescribed medical fitness standards.
RRB Group D 2026 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in multiple stages to shortlist eligible candidates.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final appointment will be subject to qualifying all stages.
RRB Group D 2026 Application Process: Step-Wise Table
Candidates must follow the official procedure while submitting the form. The detailed stages are given below.
Applicants are advised to verify all entries before final submission.
RRB Group D 2026 Document Specifications
Candidates must upload documents in the prescribed format and size.
File Size Guidelines:
- Photograph: 35 mm × 45 mm, JPG/JPEG, 15–40 KB
- Signature: JPG/JPEG, 10–20 KB
- Category Certificate: JPG/JPEG, 50–100 KB
RRB Group D 2026 Application Fee and Refund Rules
The application fee varies by category and will be refunded partially after appearing in CBT.
- General/OBC: INR 500
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female/PwBD/Minorities: INR 250
Refund Policy:
- INR 400 refunded to General/Others after appearing in CBT
- Full INR 250 refunded to reserved category candidates after appearing in CBT
Candidates are advised to complete the RRB Group D 2026 application process before 02 March 2026 to avoid technical delays. The exam date will be notified separately by the Railway Recruitment Boards.