RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Complete Guide to Apply Now

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2025. This recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible Indian nationals and specific other nationals for various posts in Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The selection aims to fill 22,195 vacancies across different railway zones with positions ranging from Track Maintainer to Assistant roles in various departments. Candidates can apply online till 2nd March 2026. This recruitment process is significant for aspirants seeking a stable career in Indian Railways.

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Vacancy Details

• The total vacancy details under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 in the Northeast Frontier Railway (Guwahati) region is 1,776
• The other details of the vacancies are given in details in the official notification (Given below):

Railway and post-wise vacancy details and reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/ExSM/PwBD categories are provided in Annexure B of the official notification. Vacancies are subject to change as per the requirement of Indian Railways.

Salary and Benefits

The posts under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 fall under Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an initial pay of ₹18,000. Selected candidates are entitled to pay as per Railway rules along with applicable allowances and benefits during service.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

The candidates applying under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 must be between 18 to 33 years of age as on 1st January 2026. Age relaxations are applicable for various categories:

• OBC Non-Creamy Layer: 3 years
• SC/ ST: 5 years
• Ex-Servicemen: Up to 3, 6, or 8 years depending on category (after deduction of service length)
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and UR: 10 years
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Between 13 to 15 years based on category
• Other category-wise relaxations for railway staff, female candidates, and apprentices as per rules

Educational Qualifications

Candidates must possess the requisite educational qualification specified for the post as of the application closing date (2nd March 2026). Generally, a 10th pass or ITI certificate or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT is required. Candidates awaiting final results are NOT eligible to apply.

Selection Process

The recruitment process to be selected under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages:

• Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – qualifying in nature
• Document Verification (DV)
• Medical Examination

Only candidates who qualify in each stage will be considered for the subsequent process. RRBs reserve the right to conduct single or multi-stage CBTs and additional recruitment activities.

Exam Pattern and Admission Test Details

Documents Required

• Educational qualification certificates (in original and two self-attested photocopies)
• Date of birth proof (Matriculation/ SSC certificate)
• Caste/ category certificate (SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS/ PwBD/ ExSM/ CCAA as applicable)
• Photograph and signature as per specifications
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer if employed in Government/ PSU
• Disability certificate for PwBD candidates as per prescribed format
• Valid Identity Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN card, Passport, etc.)
• Other certificates for age relaxation or fee concession claims

Steps to Apply

• The candidates applying under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 must visit the official RRB website of the chosen Railway Recruitment Board (Given Below).
• Create an account using active mobile number and email ID. (Use existing account if previously created)
• Carefully fill the online application form with accurate details.
• Upload mandatory documents including live photograph and signature as per specifications.
• Pay the application fee through online mode (Internet banking, debit/credit card, UPI).
• Submit the application and keep the copy for future reference.
• Use the modification window (5th to 14th March 2026) for any corrections by paying a modification fee.
• Download e-call letters for CBT, PET, and Document Verification from official websites.

Fee Structure

Note: The candidates applying under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 must possess valid EBC certificate/ BPL Card/ Izzat MST/ recognized poverty alleviation certificates at the time of application and document verification.

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