The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released an official notification for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026, announcing a massive recruitment drive for 22,195 posts. This recruitment is conducted under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, and covers 16 railway zones across the country.
The application process is completely online, and this recruitment is a great opportunity for candidates who have passed 10th (Matriculation) or ITI.
RRB Group D 2026: Posts Details
Under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026, vacancies have been released for various Level-1 posts, including:
- Track Maintainer Grade-IV
- Pointsman-B
- Assistant (Electrical)
- Assistant (Mechanical)
- Assistant (S&T)
- Assistant TL & AC
- Assistant Loco Shed
- Assistant Bridge
- Assistant Track Machine
- Other Assistant Level posts
Each post has specific medical standards (A2, A3, B1, C1). Detailed information regarding medical eligibility is available in the official notification.
Educational Qualification Required
To apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
- 10th Pass (Matriculation/SSC) from a recognized board
OR - ITI Certificate from NCVT/SCVT
OR - National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT
Important Note:
- Engineering Diploma or Degree will NOT be considered equivalent to ITI
- Candidates awaiting results are not eligible to apply
Age Limit (As on Notification Date)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and other reserved categories as per government rules.
Application Fee Details
The application fee for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 is as follows:
For General / EWS / OBC-NCL:
- ₹500 Application Fee
- ₹400 will be refunded after appearing in the CBT exam
For SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen / Transgender / Minority / EBC:
- ₹250 Application Fee
- Full amount will be refunded after appearing in the CBT exam
Railway Zones Covered
Recruitment will be conducted across multiple railway zones, including:
- Northern Railway
- Western Railway
- Central Railway
- Eastern Railway
- Other Indian Railway Zones
A significant number of vacancies are allocated to Northern and Western Railway zones, while remaining posts are distributed among other zones.
Mode of Fee Payment
Candidates can pay the application fee through online mode only, including:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- UPI
- Internet Banking
Why Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026?
- Huge number of vacancies (22,195 posts)
- Stable Government Job under Indian Railways
- Opportunity for 10th pass and ITI candidates
- Nationwide recruitment across multiple zones
Conclusion
If you are looking for a secure government job, then RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity. With 22,195 vacancies, simple eligibility criteria, and nationwide postings, this recruitment drive offers a strong career option for eligible candidates. Interested applicants should apply online within the given timeline and carefully read the official notification before applying.
