The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) announced the application status for Group D jobs on September 24, 2025 . Candidates who applied can now check if their application is accepted. The computer-based exam, earlier set for November 17 to December end 2025 , has been postponed . The RRB will announce new exam dates soon. This delay happened due to court orders.
Important Dates to Remember
Here are the key dates related to the RRB Group D recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | December 28, 2024 |
| Application Start Date | January 23, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | March 01, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | March 03, 2025 |
| Application Correction Period | March 04 to March 13, 2025 |
| Old Exam Date (Postponed) | November 17 to December end 2025 |
| Application Status Release Date | September 24, 2025 |
| Admit Card Download | 4 Days Before Exam Date |
| New Exam Date | Notify Soon |
| Result Date | Notify Later |
Application Fees and Refund
Candidates paid an application fee when applying. A part of this fee will be refunded to those who appear for the Computer Based Test (CBT).
| Category | Application Fee | Refund Amount (on appearing for CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General (Gen), OBC, EWS | ₹500/- | ₹400/- |
| SC, ST, EBC, Female, Transgender | ₹250/- | ₹250/- |
Fees were paid through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 36 Years
Candidates should check the official RRB Group D Notification 2025 for full age limit details and any age relaxations.
Posts and Eligibility
A total of 32,438 posts are available in Group D. The main eligibility is Class 10th pass or an ITI certificate from a recognized board or institution.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | 5058 | Class 10th High School Passed OR ITI Certificate (SCVT/NCVT) |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 799 | |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 301 | |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 13187 | |
| Assistant P-Way | 247 | |
| Assistant (C&W) | 2587 | |
| Assistant TRD | 1381 | |
| Assistant (S&T) | 2012 | |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | 420 | |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 950 | |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 744 | |
| Assistant TL & AC | 1041 | |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | 624 | |
| Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | 3077 | |
| Total | 32438 |
Salary Information
Selected candidates for various Group D posts will receive an initial salary of ₹18,000/- per month . This is based on Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Understanding the Exam
The selection process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT). Here is the exam pattern:
CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject Name | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Total Time: 90 Minutes (1 hour 30 minutes)
- Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer. 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Selection Process Steps
The selection for RRB Group D jobs involves several stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT 1)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Test
How to Check Your Application Status
Candidates can check their RRB Group D Application Status 2025 by following these steps:
- Go to the official website of Indian Railways: indianrailways.gov.in .
- Look for the link that says “RRB Group D Application Status 2025” and click on it.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth in the required fields.
- Click the “Submit” button.
- Your application status will appear on the screen.
- Download and save the status. It is good to print a copy for your records.