RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Over 21,900 Vacancies, 10th Pass Eligible, Apply Online Now

Good news for job seekers! The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced a massive recruitment drive for Group D posts, opening 21,997 vacancies across India. Online applications have started from January 31, 2026, and the last date to apply is March 2, 2026. Candidates can pay the application fee until March 4, 2026, and corrections in the form can be made between March 5 and March 14, 2026.

Key Details of RRB Group D Recruitment 2026

• Recruitment Board: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
• Post Name: Group D
• Advertisement Number: CEN No. 09/2025
• Number of Vacancies: 21,997
• Official Website: www.rrbapply.gov.in
• Application Start Date: January 31, 2026
• Application Deadline: March 2, 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
• Application Fee Payment Last Date: March 4, 2026
• Correction Window: March 5–14, 2026
• Age Limit: 18–33 years (as on January 1, 2026)
• Salary: ₹18,000 basic pay
• Selection Process: Written Examination, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, Medical Exam, Merit List

Application Fee

• SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Women, Transgender, EBC Minorities: ₹250
• All Other Categories: ₹500

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10th/Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board.
• ITI-qualified candidates are also eligible.
• Age limits vary by category:
• Unreserved: Born on or after January 2, 1993
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer: Born on or after January 1, 1990
• SC/ST: Born on or after January 2, 1988
• Minimum Age: Born on or before January 1, 2008

How to Apply

1. Visit the official RRB website www.rrbapply.gov.in and create an account using the “Create Account” link.
2. Fill in your basic details carefully. Ensure your mobile number and email ID are correct, as RRB will contact you via these.
3. After registration, the details you provided will auto-populate in the application form. Complete the remaining sections carefully, including name, father/husband’s name, mother’s name, category, date of birth, age, address, educational qualifications, and ITI details.
4. Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature as per the prescribed size.
5. Pay the application fee according to your category.
6. Print a copy of the application form and keep it safe for future reference.

For further details and updates, candidates are advised to regularly visit the official RRB website.