The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) releases the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) for recruitment across various Level-1 posts in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. A total of 22,195 vacancies have been notified across several Zonal Railways and Production Units.
What is the RRB Group D Exam & Job Profile?
The RRB Group D examination is one of India’s largest national-level recruitment paper conducted by the Ministry of Railways to induct track maintenance, workshop, and station-level ground support personnel.
| Level-1 Cadres | |
| Posts | Track Maintainer Grade-IVPointsmanAssistant PointsmanAssistant BridgeAssistant WorksAssistant TRD (Traction Distribution)Assistant TL & AC (Train Lighting & AC)Assistant Loco ShedAssistant Carriage & WagonAssistant S&T (Signal & Telecommunication) |
| Pay & Career Progression | Placed at Level-1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with an initial basic pay of ₹18,000/- plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and risk/hardship allowances where applicable. |
RRB Group D Important Dates and Overview
| Online Application Start Date | NA |
| Closing Date to Apply Online | NA |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | NA |
| Application Modification Window | NA |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 years Age Relaxations: SC / ST: 5 Years OBC (NCL): 3 Years PwBD: 10 Years (UR/EWS), 13 Years (OBC-NCL), 15 Years (SC/ST) Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years (UR/EWS), 6 years (OBC-NCL), 8 years (SC/ST) CCAA (Apprentices): Relaxed up to the extent of apprentice training (up to 3 years for UR/EWS, 6 years for OBC, 8 years for SC/ST) |
| Educational Qualification | 10th Pass (Matriculation / SSLC) from a recognized Board, OR ITI from institutions recognized by NCVT/SCVT, OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT. |
| Application Fee | • ₹500 for General / OBC / EWS (₹400 refunded after appearing in exam) • ₹250 for SC / ST / ExSM / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC (fully refunded after appearing in exam) |
| CBT Exam Dates | To be notified |
| Official Portal | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Group D Selection Process
RRB Group D Exam Pattern
1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 90 Minutes (120 Minutes for eligible PwBD candidates utilizing a scribe)
- Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (1 mark each)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Normalisation: Applied for tests held across multiple shifts
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Special Provision for Railway CCAAs: CCAAs trained in Railway establishments get 1/3rd weightage given to their NCVT exam marks in the final merit preparation.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Shortlisted 3 times the vacancy based on CBT merit. PET is mandatory and qualifying in nature.
| Candidate Category | Weight Carrying Test | Running Test |
| Male Candidates | Lift & carry 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes in one chance without putting the weight down | Run 1000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds in one single chance |
| Female / Transgender | Lift & carry 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes in one chance without putting the weight down | Run 1000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds in one single chance |
(Exemptions: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities [PwBD], Ex-Servicemen, and Railway Course Completed Act Apprentices [CCAA] are fully exempted from PET).
RRB Group D Syllabus Overview
| Mathematics | Number System, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cisterns. |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Alphabetical & Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Blood Relations, Syllogisms, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Data Interpretation, Decision Making, Similarities & Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Direction Sense, Statement-Arguments and Assumption. |
| General Science | Class 10th CBSE curriculum level covering fundamentals of Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences (Biology). |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | Recent updates in Science & Technology, Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics, and national events of significance. |
How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment?
- Visit the centralized railway recruitment application portal at rrbapply.gov.in or your chosen regional RRB website.
- Complete Create an Account using an active mobile number and personal email address.
- Authenticate your identity digitally via Aadhaar or DigiLocker.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, community category, and select your preferred Railway Zone and Post preferences.
- Capture and upload a live photograph using a webcam or mobile front camera (plain dark clothing, direct eye contact, no caps/glasses).
- Upload your scanned signature in running handwriting using black ink (30 KB – 49 KB).
- Pay the applicable application fee via UPI, Internet Banking, or Debit/Credit Card.
- Submit the completed application form and print a copy of the confirmation receipt.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many total vacancies are announced under RRB 2025?
A total of 22,195 vacancies are notified for various Level-1 (Group D) posts in Indian Railways.
2. Can candidates who have passed only Class 10th apply?
Yes. Candidates who have passed 10th standard (Matriculation/SSLC), OR hold an ITI, OR have a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from NCVT meet the minimum qualification requirements.
3. Are candidates with LASIK eye surgery eligible for all posts?
No. Candidates who have undergone LASIK or refractive eye surgery cannot be appointed to posts with A-2 or A-3 medical standards (such as Pointsman B or Track Machine). They remain eligible for B-1 and C-1 posts, subject to medical conditions.
4. Are ITI or Apprenticeship candidates exempted from the Physical Efficiency Test (PET)?
Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA) trained in Railway establishments, along with PwBD and Ex-Servicemen, are completely exempted from PET.