RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Application Status and Exam Dates Released

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the application status for the highly anticipated Group-D (Level-1) recruitment 2026. With over 22,000 vacancies across various railway zones in India, this recruitment drive provides a significant opportunity for candidates seeking a stable career in the public sector. Candidates who have applied for the CEN 09/2025 notification can now verify their application status through the official portal to ensure their candidature is accepted.

The examination process for the Group-D recruitment is scheduled to take place in August 2026. Specifically, the Computer Based Test (CBT-I) will be conducted between August 3 and August 21, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to monitor the official websites of their respective regional boards for the release of admit cards and specific exam city information.

Group-D (Level-1) Overview

OrganizationRRB
Post NameGroup-D (Level-1)
Total Vacancies22195
Qualification10th Class (High School) or ITI/National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)
Salary / Pay ScaleAs per 7th CPC Level-1 Pay Matrix
Age Limit18 to 33 Years
Official Websitehttps://indianrailways.gov.in/

Important Dates

Notification Date 30/01/2026
Application Start 31/01/2026
Application Last Date 09/03/2026
Correction Window 12/03/2026 to 21/03/2026
CBT-I Exam Date 03/08/2026 to 21/08/2026

Application Fee

General/OBC: Rs 500, SC/ST/EBC/Female/Transgender: Rs 250

Selection Process

Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

The CBT-I exam is scheduled to be held from 03 August to 21 August 2026.

Candidates can visit the official RRB website and use their login credentials, such as registration number and date of birth, to check the status.

Candidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age as of January 01, 2026.
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