Indian Railways has announced a new job opening for young students and job seekers. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has released a notification for over 22,000 Group D Level-1 posts . This is a big chance to get a government job in the railways.
Interested candidates can apply online from January 21, 2026 . The last date to submit the application form and pay the fee is February 20, 2026 . You can find more details and apply on the official website, indianrailways.gov.in.
Important Dates
Here are the key dates you need to remember for this recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Released | December 23, 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | January 21, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | February 20, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | February 20, 2026 |
| Correction Date (if any) | As per schedule |
| Admit Card Release | Will be announced later |
| Exam Date | Will be announced later |
| Result Date | Will be announced later |
Application Fee
Candidates need to pay an application fee. Part of this fee will be refunded if you appear for the first exam (CBT).
| Category | Application Fee | Refund Amount (if you appear for CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 500 /- | ₹ 400 /- |
| SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender | ₹ 250 /- | ₹ 250 /- |
You can pay the fee using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or through E-Challan.
Age Limit
To apply for these jobs, candidates must meet the age requirements as of 2026:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 36 Years
Age relaxation (extra years) will be given as per government rules for certain categories. Please check the full official notification for complete details.
Total Posts
There are more than 22,000 posts available in this recruitment drive.
Eligibility and Vacancy Details
The Group D Level-1 posts require specific educational qualifications. Here are some of the post names and their eligibility criteria:
| Post Name | Total Posts (Individual) | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | Update Soon | Class 10th High School Passed from any recognized Board in India. OR ITI Equivalent qualification. OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT. |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | Update Soon | |
| Assistant (Bridge) | Update Soon | |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | Update Soon | |
| Assistant P-Way | Update Soon | |
| Assistant (C&W) | Update Soon | |
| Assistant TRD | Update Soon | |
| Assistant (S&T) | Update Soon | |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | Update Soon | |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Update Soon | |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Update Soon | |
| Assistant TL & AC | Update Soon | |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | Update Soon | |
| Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | Update Soon | |
| Total Posts | 22,000+ |
For more detailed information on specific posts, please read the full RRB Group D Recruitment Notification 2026.
Salary Information
Selected candidates for RRB Group D Level-1 posts will receive a starting salary of approximately ₹22,000 per month . They will also get other allowances as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB Group D jobs involves several steps:
- CBT Examination: This is a Computer Based Test.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates must pass physical tests.
- Document Verification (DV): Original documents will be checked.
- Medical Test: Candidates must pass a medical examination.
How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps to fill out the RRB Group D application form online:
- Read Notification: First, carefully read the official RRB Group D Notification 2026 PDF.
- Visit Website: Go to the official website, indianrailways.gov.in, or use the direct ‘Apply Online’ link. The link will be active from January 21, 2026 .
- Fill Form: Fill in all required details in the online application form.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and other necessary documents.
- Pay Fees: Pay the application fee online using the available options.
- Print Form: After successful submission, print a copy of your filled application form for future reference.