Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026, Apply Online for 22,195 Level-1 Posts (Last Date Extended to March 9, 2026)

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Notification for 22,195 vacancies across various zones of Indian Railways. The online application process began on January 31, 2026 and as per the latest Corrigendum No.4 dated March 02, 2026, the last date to apply online has been extended to March 9, 2026. The detailed notification CEN No.09/2025) includes eligibility criteria, selection process, salary details, application procedure and other key information provided below. 

RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Latest Update 

The Railway Recruitment Boards have issued Corrigendum No. 4 to extend the application schedule for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 09/2025). The revised timeline is:

• Revised Last Date to Apply Online: 9 March 2026 (11:59 PM) 

• Revised Fee Payment Last Date: 11 March 2026 (11:59 PM) 

• Application Correction Window: 12 March – 21 March 2026 (11:59 PM) 

• Scribe Details Submission: 22 March – 26 March 2026 

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. Candidates are advised to visit the official RRB regional portals regularly for further updates. 

RRB Group D Notification 2026 

The RRB Group D Notification 2026 (CEN No. 09/2025) is live on all regional RRB websites with complete details on zone-wise vacancies, eligibility, exam pattern, and pay scale. The application window now closes on 9 March 2026 (11:59 PM), fee payment ends on 11 March 2026, and candidates may correct forms between 12 and 21 March 2026. 

Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Overview

*Organization Name: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)

*Post Name: Various Level-1 Posts

*Total Vacancies: 22,195

*Category: Railway Jobs

*Mode of Application: Online

*Application Dates: 31st January 2026 to 9th March 2026 (11:59 PM)

*Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026): 18 – 33 years

*Selection Process: CBT → PET → Document Verification → Medical Test

*Pay Level: Level-1 of 7th CPC (Initial Pay ₹18,000)

Official Website: www.indianrailways.gov.in / www.rrb.gov.in 

RRB Group D Important Dates 2026 (Updated)

• Short Notification Release – 23rd December 2025

• Corrigendum Releases – 19 Jan, 07th Feb, 16th Feb, 19th Feb & 02nd Mar 2026 (latest)

• Online Application Start – 31st January 2026 

• Revised Last Date to Apply Online – 9th March 2026 (11:59 PM) 

• Revised Fee Payment Last Date – 11th March 2026 (11:59 PM) 

• Correction Window – 12 March – 21st March 2026 (11:59 PM) 

• Scribe Details Submission – 22nd March – 26th March 2026 

• Admit Card – To be Notified Later 

• CBT Exam – To be Announced 

• Result – To be Announced 

How to Apply Online for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026? 

Candidates who have not yet applied for the RRB Group D (Level-1) Recruitment 2026 now have extra time to complete their registration. As per Corrigendum No. 4 dated March 02, 2026, the last date to apply online has been extended to March 9, 2026 (11:59 PM), and the fee payment window remains open till March 11, 2026 (11:59 PM). Those who missed the earlier deadline are advised to take this opportunity and submit their forms through the official RRB regional websites only. 

Step-by-Step Online Application Process

Step 1: Visit the official Railway Recruitment Board website – https://rrb.gov.in/. 

Step 2: Select your regional RRB zone (e.g., RRB Bhubaneswar, RRB Mumbai, RRB Chennai, RRB Kolkata, etc.).

Step 3: Click on the link “CEN No. 09/2025 – RRB Group D (Level-1) Online Application 2026.”

Step 4: Register as a new user by providing your name, mobile number, and email ID, or log in if already registered.

Step 5: Fill in your personal, academic, and contact details carefully as per official records.

Step 6: Upload your photograph, signature, and supporting documents in the prescribed format.

Step 7: Pay the application fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI before March 11, 2026 (11:59 PM).

Step 8: Review the filled form and submit your application.

Step 9: Download and print the final application form for future reference. 

RRB Group D Application Fee 2026 

• UR/OBC/EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after CBT)

• SC/ST/EBC/Female/Transgender: ₹250 (refundable after CBT)

• Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan. 

RRB Group D Vacancy 2026 

The RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 09/2025) will fill 22,195 Level-1 posts across various RRB zones and metro divisions of Indian Railways. It includes departments like Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, S&T, and Traffic, offering roles such as Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Assistant Pointsman, and Helper. Below are the zone-wise and category-wise vacancy details, while candidates can refer to the official notification for post-wise and category-wise vacancies of each specific zone and metro division.  

Zone-wise & Category-wise Vacancy Distribution

• Western Railway (Mumbai): Total 3,091 – UR: 1,170 | SC: 456 | ST: 217 | OBC: 740 | EWS: 508

• Northern Railway (New Delhi): Total 4,343 – UR: 1,661 | SC: 612 | ST: 308 | OBC: 1,102 | EWS: 660

• Eastern Railway (Kolkata): Total 2,283 – UR: 871 | SC: 312 | ST: 167 | OBC: 576 | EWS: 357

• Metro Kolkata: Total 129 – UR: 4 | SC: 22 | ST: 30 | OBC: 30 | EWS: 43 

• North Central Railway (Allahabad): Total 1,878 – UR: 740 | SC: 263 | ST: 131 | OBC: 475 | EWS: 269

• North Western Railway (Jaipur): Total 968 – UR: 370 | SC: 125 | ST: 52 | OBC: 260 | EWS: 161

• South Western Railway (Hubli): Total 248 – UR: 97 | SC: 29 | ST: 17 | OBC: 66 | EWS: 39

• West Central Railway (Jabalpur): Total 1,172 – UR: 459 | SC: 169 | ST: 87 | OBC: 300 | EWS: 157

• South East Central Railway (Bilaspur): Total 1,426 – UR: 551 | SC: 193 | ST: 95 | OBC: 377 | EWS: 210

• East Coast Railway (Bhubaneswar): Total 1,095 – UR: 422 | SC: 153 | ST: 78 | OBC: 280 | EWS: 162

• South Central Railway (Secunderabad): Total 988 – UR: 395 | SC: 144 | ST: 85 | OBC: 260 | EWS: 104

• Central Railway (Mumbai): Total 1,641 – UR: 568 | SC: 221 | ST: 102 | OBC: 555 | EWS: 195

• East Central Railway (Hajipur): Total 1,127 – UR: 433 | SC: 155 | ST: 86 | OBC: 356 | EWS: 97

• North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur): Total 1,464 – UR: 567 | SC: 196 | ST: 103 | OBC: 392 | EWS: 206

• North East Frontier Railway (Guwahati): Total 1,796 – UR: 698 | SC: 249 | ST: 123 | OBC: 474 | EWS: 252

• Southern Railway (Chennai): Total 1,129 – UR: 436 | SC: 164 | ST: 82 | OBC: 290 | EWS: 157

• Metro Chennai: Total 43 – UR: 5 | SC: 3 | ST: 7 | OBC: 4 | EWS: 24

• Eastern Metro Kolkata: Total 53 – UR: 11 | SC: 11 | ST: 0 | OBC: 0 | EWS: 0

• Other Zones (Ajmer, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Patna, Ranchi, Muzaffarpur, Siliguri, etc.): Total 1,245 – UR: 485 | SC: 176 | ST: 90 | OBC: 435 | EWS: 59 

RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026

• Must have passed Matriculation (10th) or possess an ITI or NAC certificate from NCVT. 

• Age Limit: 18 – 33 years (as on 01.01.2026). 

• Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per Government rules. 

RRB Group D Selection Process 2026 

The RRB Group D Selection Process 2026 comprises a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) conducted as per Railway standards, Document Verification (DV), and a Medical Examination to assess physical fitness. Candidates must qualify at each stage to move forward, and the final selection will be based on their performance in the CBT and successful completion of all subsequent stages. 

RRB Group D Salary 2026 

The RRB Group D salary for selected candidates starts at an initial pay of ₹18,000 per month under Pay Level-1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a gross monthly salary of approximately ₹28,000 to ₹32,000, depending on the posting location. In addition to the basic pay, candidates are eligible for various allowances, including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance, and other benefits as per Railway rules. 

Important Instructions 

• Candidates must read the official notification carefully before applying. 

• Only online applications will be accepted; no offline forms will be entertained. 

• Candidates are advised to keep their registered email ID and mobile number active till the recruitment process is over. 

• Any updates or changes in dates will be notified on the respective RRB regional websites. 

Important Links:

• Corrigendum Notice (02.03.2026): Click Here 

• Corrigendum Notice (19.01.2026): Click Here 

• Short Notification (23.12.2025): Click Here 

• Detailed Notification PDF: Click Here

• Apply Online Link: Click Here 

• Official Website: Click Here 

Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q.1. When did the RRB Group D Online Application 2026 start? 

A. The application process started on 31st January 2026 and will continue until 2nd March 2026. 

Q.2. How can I apply for RRB Group D 2026? 

A. Candidates can apply online through their respective official RRB regional websites by following the step-by-step application process. 

Q.3. What is the eligibility criteria for RRB Group D Leve-1 Recruitment 2026? 

A. Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th), or possess ITI/NAC qualifications. Age should be 18–33 years, with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories. 

Q.4. How can I check the zone-wise and category-wise vacancies? 

A. Zone-wise and category-wise vacancy details are available in the official RRB notification on the respective RRB websites. 

Q.5. What is the application fee for RRB Group D 2026? 

A. The application fee details are provided in the official notification and vary based on category. 

Q.6. Can I modify my RRB Group D application after submission? 

A. Candidates can make corrections during the RRB-specified correction window. After that, no changes are allowed. 

Q.7. When will the RRB Group D exam be conducted? 

A. The exam date will be announced by the respective RRBs on their official websites. Candidates should regularly check notifications.