Railway RRB Group D Application Status 2026

Post Date: July 11, 2026 at 1:35 pm

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has released the official Application Status Notice on its web portal for the recruitment of various Group-D (Level-1) vacancies across multiple railway zones in India. The computer-based recruitment test is scheduled to take place from 03 August to 21 August 2026. The last date to complete online registration was 09 March 2026. Registered applicants can verify their allocated exam dates and track application progress using their Enrollment Number, Registration ID, or Date of Birth via the direct portal link provided under Advt. No. CEN 09/2025.

Railway RRB Group-D (Level-1) Recruitment 2026

CEN 09/2025 : Short Details Overview

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Important Dates Application Fee & Refund Structure
  • Official Notification Issued: 30 January 2026
  • Online Registrations Begin: 31 January 2026
  • Closing Date to Apply: 09 March 2026 (Extended)
  • Fee Payment Deadline: 11 March 2026
  • Application Modification Window: 12 – 21 March 2026
  • CBT-I Exam Dates: 03 to 21 August 2026
  • Admit Card Status: Available Soon
  • Result Proclamation: To Be Updated
  • General / OBC Candidates: ₹ 500/-
  • SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender: ₹ 250/-
  • Fee Refund (On Appearing in CBT-I):
    • General / OBC Refund Amount: ₹ 400/-
    • SC / ST / EBC / Female Refund: ₹ 250/-
  • Online Mode Gateways: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Mobile Wallets / Cash Cards
Age Criteria (As on 01/01/2026) & Eligibility Total Vacancy Count
  • Minimum Age Limit Requirement: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age Limit Permitted: 33 Years
  • Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories under Level 1 Group D post cadres as per board guidelines.
  • Educational Qualifications: Passed Class 10 (High School) from any NCVT / SCVT recognized school, or hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
View Zone Wise Vacancies
22,195 Posts
Post-Wise Distribution & Vacancy Breakdown
Post Name Total Seats Selection Phases & Channels
Pointsman-B
Assistant (Track Machine)
Assistant (Bridge)
Track Maintainer Gr. IV
Assistant P-Way
Assistant (C&W)
Assistant TRD
Assistant (S&T)
Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical)
Assistant Operations (Electrical)
Assistant TL & AC
5053
597
600
11032
300
1000
800
1509
200
604
500
  • Phase 1: Computer Based Test (CBT-1)
  • Phase 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
  • Phase 3: Formal Document Verification
  • Phase 4: Mandatory Medical Examination
 

Required Verification Documents for Form Submission & Process

  • Photo & Signature: Recent passport photo with light/white clear background. Face should not be covered by caps or masks. Signature must be drawn clearly in black ink on plain white paper.
  • Aadhaar Card: Valid card number is mandatory at submission. Original physical copy required for verification rounds and PET sessions.
  • 10th Class Marksheet: Required to establish proof of educational qualification and evaluate actual date of birth details.
  • Caste / Category Certificates (SC/ST/OBC NCL/EWS): Valid documents showing specific allocations aligned with current government formats for the active financial year.
  • Disability / Benchmark Certificate (PwBD): Formal documentation issued directly by an authorized medical board stating clear disability percentage metrics.
  • Ex-Serviceman Certificate: Official Service Certificate or Discharge Book noting precise length of active employment.
  • Banking Credentials: Applicant's bank account details (name, number, IFSC code) for eventual application fee refunds.
  • Communication Assets: Valid active mobile number, digital email address, saved application configuration prints, and transaction receipts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: When will the Railway RRB Group-D CBT-I Exam 2026 be conducted?
A: As per the official timetable notice released under CEN 09/2025, the examinations will take place from 03 August to 21 August 2026 across multi-shift configurations throughout the country.

Q: How can I check my current application status notice?
A: Registered applicants can log into the regional RRB portals using their registration ID number, enrollment credentials, or date of birth details to verify if their form has been successfully processed or updated.

Q: When will the exam admit cards be available for downloading?
A: The admit cards are expected to go live online on the portal a few days prior to the start date of the examination. Candidates are advised to keep checking the updates on Jai Hind Result.

Q: What coordinates are shared inside the exam date publication sheet?
A: It includes targeted details concerning specific center allocations, exam timelines, slot rules, reporting requirements, and critical guidelines for the CBT round.