The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced a massive recruitment drive for 2026, offering 22,195 vacancies for various Level-1 posts (Group D). This is a golden opportunity for candidates with a 10th-pass qualification or ITI certification to secure a career in the Indian Railways across 16 different zones.
Recruitment Summary
- Organization: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways
- Notification No: CEN 09/2025
- Total Vacancies: 22,195
- Post Category: Level 1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Track Maintainer, Pointsman, Assistant, etc.)
- Application Mode: Online Only
Important Dates (Updated)
- Application Start Date: January 31, 2026
- Extended Last Date to Apply: March 9, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: March 11, 2026
- Modification Window: March 12, 2026 – March 21, 2026
- Exam Date (CBT): To be notified soon
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed 10th Standard (Matriculation) OR possess an ITI certificate from a recognized institute.
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) holders are also eligible.
- Note: Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible to apply.
2. Age Limit (as of January 1, 2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years (for General/EWS)
- Age relaxation is applicable for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and other reserved categories as per government norms.
Application Fee
- General / EWS / OBC-NCL: ₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing in CBT)
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Minorities: ₹250 (Full ₹250 refundable after appearing in CBT)
Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in four successive stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): A 90-minute exam featuring 100 questions on General Science, Mathematics, Reasoning, and General Awareness.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Mandatory qualifying test involving weight carrying and running (standards vary for male and female candidates).
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of original certificates.
- Medical Examination: Final health assessment by Railway Medical Authorities.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards
| Category | Weight Carrying | Running |
| Male | 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 mins | 1000 meters in 4 mins 15 secs |
| Female / Transgender | 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 mins | 1000 meters in 5 mins 40 secs |
How to Apply
- Visit the official regional RRB website (e.g.,
rrbchennai.gov.in - Look for the "CEN 09/2025" application link.
- Register with your basic details, mobile number, and email.
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents (photo, signature, SC/ST certificate if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and print the confirmation page for future reference.
For detailed zone-wise vacancies and specific medical standards, candidates are advised to refer to the official notification available on the
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