RRB Group D 2026 is the Railway Recruitment Boards’ recruitment for Level-1 posts of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, such as Track Maintainer Grade IV, Assistant (various departments) and Pointsman. The current cycle runs under CEN 09/2025 with 22,195 vacancies. Its Computer Based Test was held from 3 to 25 August 2026, and the next stage is the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This page covers the full process and links every new update.
RRB Group D 2026: Overview
| Notification | CEN 09/2025 |
| Recruiting body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Vacancies | 22,195 Level-1 posts |
| CBT dates | 3 â 25 August 2026 |
| Selection process | CBT â PET â Document Verification â Medical Examination |
| Official website | rrbapply.gov.in and regional RRB websites |
RRB Group D Eligibility
- Qualification: 10th pass or ITI from an NCVT/SCVT-recognised institute, as required for the post. Post-wise details are given in the CEN annexure.
- Age limit: 18 to 33 years as on 1 January 2026.
- Age relaxation: OBC 3 years, SC/ST 5 years, PwD 10 years and more, as per the notification.
Not sure about your age on 1 January 2026? Use our Age Calculator.
RRB Group D Exam Pattern (CBT)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The CBT lasts 90 minutes, and one-third of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
RRB Group D Syllabus
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | Analogy, series, coding-decoding, mathematical operations, relationships, syllogism, Venn diagrams, data interpretation, directions, puzzles |
| Mathematics | Number system, BODMAS, LCM/HCF, ratio & proportion, percentage, mensuration, time & work, speed & distance, interest, profit & loss, algebra, geometry, trigonometry |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to 10th standard (CBSE level) |
| General Awareness | Current affairs, science & technology, sports, culture, economy, polity, history, geography, famous personalities |
RRB Group D PET Standards
| Candidate | Weight Lifting | Running |
|---|---|---|
| Male | Lift and carry 35 kg for 100 metres in 2 minutes, without putting it down | 1,000 metres in 4 minutes 15 seconds, in one chance |
| Female | Lift and carry 20 kg for 100 metres in 2 minutes, without putting it down | 1,000 metres in 5 minutes 40 seconds, in one chance |
PET is qualifying. Candidates shortlisted from the CBT are called for it, and the final merit is based on CBT marks.
RRB Group D Latest Updates
RRB Group D: FAQs
How many vacancies are there in RRB Group D 2026?
CEN 09/2025 has 22,195 vacancies for Level-1 posts across all RRBs.
What is the age limit for RRB Group D 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Is the PET counted in the final merit?
No. The PET is qualifying only. The final merit is prepared from CBT marks.
Disclaimer: This guide is for information only. Always confirm details in the official CEN 09/2025 notice on the RRB websites.