RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: notification released for approx. 22000 Level 1 posts. Apply online at rrbapply.gov.in. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, fees, and last date 20 February 2026.
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 09/2025 for recruitment to various Level-1 posts (Group D) under 7th CPC Pay Matrix. A total of approximately 22,000 vacancies are expected across all RRBs. Eligible candidates can apply online from 21 January 2026 to 20 February 2026.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Advertisement Number | CEN No. 09/2025 |
| Total Posts | Approx. 22,000 |
| Post Name | Various Level-1 Posts (Group D) |
| Job Opening Date | 21 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 February 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
Post Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Various Posts in Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) | Approx. 22,000 |
Eligibility, Education Qualification, Experience
- Educational Qualification:
As per detailed CEN No. 09/2025 notification for the respective Level-1 post. - Medical Standards:
Candidates must fulfill the medical standards prescribed for the post. - Experience:
Not specified in the indicative notification.
Note: Final eligibility conditions will be applicable as mentioned in the detailed notification.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
- Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government / Railway rules.
Salary
- Initial Pay: ₹18,000 per month
- Pay Level: Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
- Additional allowances as admissible to Railway employees.
Application Fees
Application fee details will be applicable as per the detailed CEN No. 09/2025 notification to be released.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 21 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 February 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
Selection Process & Syllabus
The selection process and syllabus will be notified in detail in the official CEN No. 09/2025 notification published on RRB websites.
How to Apply?
- Visit the official website rrbapply.gov.in
- Complete Aadhaar verification before filling the form
- Register using valid personal and contact details
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents and photographs
- Submit the application before the last date
- Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (Indicative) | Click Here |
| Apply Online | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in |
| Official Website | https://www.indianrailways.gov.in |
Candidates are advised to apply only through the official Railway Recruitment Board websites. Carefully read the detailed notification before applying. Beware of touts, brokers, and fake job promises.
