Today, we bring very big and exciting news from the railway department for all government job aspirants.
Yes friends, Indian Railways has officially released the Railway Group D Recruitment Notification for 2025–26. This is a bumper recruitment drive with more than 22,000 vacancies, and the number of posts may increase further.
Railway Group D Notification 2025–26 Highlights
- Recruitment Board: Railway Recruitment Board
- Department: Indian Railways
- Post Name: Group D
- Total Vacancies: 22,000+ (Expected to Increase)
- Job Location: All India
- Application Mode: Online
- Who Can Apply: Male & Female candidates
If you applied in 2024 or 2025 but could not get selected, this is another golden chance. Do not miss it this time.
Railway Group D Application Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 21 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 20 February 2026
Candidates are advised not to wait till the last date and apply early after completing document preparation.
Educational Qualification (Eligibility Criteria)
Candidates must have any one of the following qualifications:
- 10th Pass (Matriculation)
- 10th Pass + ITI Certificate
👉 Important:
Even if you are only 10th pass and do not have ITI, you are still eligible to apply.
Railway Group D Age Limit (As on Notification Date)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 36 Years
Age Relaxation (As Per Government Rules)
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 Years
- OBC Candidates: 3 Years
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PWD / Female / Minority / EBC | ₹250 |
👉 Fee payment must be done online only.
Railway Group D Posts Included
Railway Group D includes multiple posts such as:
- Track Maintainer
- Pointsman
- Assistant (Various Trades)
These posts come under Level-1 Pay Matrix.
Railway Group D Salary Structure
- Basic Pay: ₹18,000 per month
- Plus:
- Grade Pay
- DA (Dearness Allowance)
- HRA
- TA & other allowances
👉 Overall salary is very attractive and stable.
Railway Group D Selection Process
The selection process includes four stages:
- CBT (Computer Based Test)
- PET (Physical Efficiency Test)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Railway Group D CBT Exam Pattern
- Exam Duration: 90 Minutes
- Total Questions: 100
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
👉 Candidates must focus more on weak subjects to score higher.
Railway Group D Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
For Male Candidates
- Carry 35 kg weight
- Walk 100 meters in 2 minutes
- Run 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds
For Female Candidates
- Carry 20 kg weight
- Walk 100 meters in 2 minutes
- Run 1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds
Important PET Rules:
- Only one chance is given
- Weight must not be dropped
- Failure means direct disqualification
Required Documents for Application
Prepare these documents before applying:
- Passport-size photographs
- Signature
- ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID)
- 10th Marksheet & Certificate
- ITI Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC – Central format)
- Date of Birth Proof
Important Tip:
Fill the application exactly as per your certificates.
Even small spelling mistakes can lead to form rejection.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can 10th pass candidates apply for Railway Group D?
Yes, 10th pass candidates are eligible.
Q2. Is ITI mandatory for Railway Group D?
No, ITI is not mandatory for all posts.
Q3. Is Railway Group D recruitment for females?
Yes, both male and female candidates can apply.
Q4. Is this an All India job?
Yes, candidates from any state can apply.
Q5. What is the salary of Railway Group D?
Basic pay is ₹18,000 plus allowances.
Q6. Is there negative marking in CBT?
Yes, 1/3 negative marking is applicable.
