RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 (Short Notice) – Apply Online for 22000 (Tentative) Posts
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a short notification
for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026, announcing 22000 tentative vacancies. This is a golden opportunity for candidates who have passed 10th class or ITI and are looking for a stable Indian Railways government job.Eligible candidates can apply online from 20 January 2026 to 20 February 2026 through the official RRB websites.
📌 RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Group D |
| Total Vacancies | 22000 (Tentative) |
| Advertisement No | CEN 09/2025 |
| Salary | ₹18,000/- (Level 1 Pay Matrix) |
| Qualification | 10th Pass / ITI |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 Years |
| Application Start Date | 20-01-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20-02-2026 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Websites | rrbchennai.gov.in, indianrailways.gov.in |
📊 RRB Group D Vacancy Details 2026 (Post-wise)
| Post Name | Vacancies (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Track Maintainer (Group IV) | 11,000 |
| Pointsman B | 5,000 |
| Assistant (S & T) | 1,500 |
| Assistant (C & W) | 1,000 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 600 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 600 |
| Assistant (TRD) | 800 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 500 |
| Assistant (P-Way) | 300 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 200 |
| Assistant (TL & AC) | 50 |
| Total | 22,000 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria for RRB Group D 2026
🔹 Educational Qualification
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Candidates must have passed 10th (Matriculation) or
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Possess ITI certificate from a recognized institute
🔹 Age Limit (As on 01-01-2026)
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
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Maximum Age: 33 Years
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Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Government/RRB rules (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen)
💰 Application Fee
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Not mentioned in the short notification
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Fee details will be available in the detailed notification
📅 Important Dates – RRB Group D 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 23-12-2025 |
| Online Application Start | 20-01-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20-02-2026 |
📝 Selection Process (Expected)
The selection process for RRB Group D generally includes:
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Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
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Document Verification
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Medical Examination
(Final process will be confirmed in the detailed notification)
💼 Salary Structure – RRB Group D
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Pay Level: Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Basic Pay: ₹18,000/- per month
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Additional allowances: DA, HRA, TA, Night Duty Allowance, etc.
🖥️ How to Apply Online for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
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Visit the official RRB website
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Click on RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Apply Online
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Register using valid mobile number & email ID
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Fill in personal, educational, and category details
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Upload required documents
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Submit the application form
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Take a printout for future reference
🔗 Important Links
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Apply Online: Available from 20-01-2026
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Official Notification: Short notice released
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Official Websites: rrbchennai.gov.in | indianrailways.gov.in