The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced an important update for the RRB Group D Exam 2025 . The exam, which was set to happen from November 17 to December end 2025 , has been postponed . This delay is due to court orders. RRB will soon share the new exam dates for the Computer Based Test (CBT).
Candidates who applied for these railway jobs can download their Admit Cards about 4 days before the new exam date. The admit card, also called a Hall Ticket, will be available on the official website: indianrailways.gov.in .
Important Dates for RRB Group D 2025
Here are the key dates related to the RRB Group D recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Notification Released | December 28, 2024 |
| Online Application Started | January 23, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | March 01, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | March 03, 2025 |
| Application Correction Dates | March 04 to March 13, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 4 Days Before Exam Date |
| Old Exam Dates | November 17 to End of December 2025 (Postponed) |
| New Exam Dates | Will be announced soon |
| Result Date | Will be announced later |
Application Fees
Candidates had to pay a fee to apply for the exam. A part of this fee will be refunded if you appear for the Computer Based Test (CBT).
| Category | Application Fee | Refund Amount (If appeared for CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- | ₹400/- |
| SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender | ₹250/- | ₹250/- |
Fees could be paid online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline using E-Challan.
Age Limit
As of July 01, 2025 , candidates must meet the following age criteria:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 36 Years
Please check the official RRB Group D Notification 2025 for full details on age relaxation for different categories.
Total Posts and Eligibility
RRB Group D recruitment aims to fill a total of 32,438 vacancies for various posts across Indian Railways.
Post Names and Basic Eligibility
Here is a list of some posts and their basic qualification:
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | 5058 | Class 10th (High School) Pass from any recognized board in India 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 Posts | 32438 |
For full details on eligibility for each post, candidates should read the official RRB Group D Recruitment Exam Notification 2025.
Salary for RRB Group D Posts
Candidates selected for Group D posts will receive a monthly salary as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
| Post Type | Initial Monthly Pay |
|---|---|
| Various Posts in Level 1 | ₹18,000/- |
RRB Group D Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2025
The Computer Based Test (CBT) will have 100 questions. Candidates will get 90 minutes to complete the exam.
Exam Structure
| 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: 1 Hour 30 Minutes (90 Minutes)
Marking Scheme:
- For every correct answer: +1 Mark
- For every wrong answer: -1/3 Mark will be deducted
Selection Process for RRB Group D 2025
The selection for RRB Group D posts involves several stages:
- CBT Examination (Computer Based Test)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Test
How to Download RRB Group D Admit Card 2025
When the admit cards are released (about 4 days before the exam), follow these steps to download your Hall Ticket:
- Step 1: Go to the official website of Indian Railways: indianrailways.gov.in .
- Step 2: Look for the “RRB Group D Admit Card 2025” or “Hall Ticket Download” link. Click on it.
- Step 3: Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth in the required fields. Then click “Submit”.
- Step 4: Your admit card will appear on your screen.
- Step 5: Download the admit card and take a clear printout.
- Step 6: Remember to carry this printed admit card to the exam hall along with a valid photo ID (like Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID, etc.).
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) at indianrailways.gov.in for the latest updates and announcements regarding the new exam dates and admit card release.