Indian Railways Group D Recruitment 2026: 22,000+ Vacancies for 10th Pass & ITI Holders
Exciting news for job seekers! Indian Railways has announced a direct recruitment drive for 2026, offering a significant number of positions. This recruitment is a golden opportunity for candidates who are 10th pass or have an ITI qualification. The application window is open until March 2026, so eligible individuals are encouraged to apply online.
Railway Group D Recruitment 2026: An Overview
The official notification for Railway Group D Recruitment 2026 has been released, making this recruitment drive for Group D (Level 1) posts under Indian Railways currently active. The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued the official notification, and the online application process is currently underway. This recruitment aims to fill over 22,000 vacancies.
Important Vacancy Details
The recruitment is being conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for the year 2026. The posts available are Group D (Level 1), and the recruitment status is active. There are more than 22,000 total vacancies, which are distributed zone-wise. The application mode is online, and the selected candidates will be posted across India.
List of Group D Posts
The Railway Group D category includes a variety of important roles. These include Track Maintainer Grade IV, Helper/Assistant Electrical, Helper/Assistant Mechanical, Signal & Telecom, Pointsman, Assistant Works/Engineering, and Hospital Assistant (available in some railway zones).
Educational Qualification for Railway Group D
For the Railway Group D Recruitment 2026, candidates must possess one of the following mandatory qualifications:
- 10th pass from any recognized board.
- An ITI certificate with NCVT certification. Candidates holding higher educational qualifications are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The age limit for Railway Group D Recruitment 2026 specifies a minimum age of 18 years and a maximum age of 33 years. Age relaxation will be provided as per government rules:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC candidates: 3 years
- Ex-servicemen: As per rules
- PwBD candidates: As per rules
Railway Group D Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates for Railway Group D (Level 1) will receive a starting salary of ₹18,000 per month. The in-hand salary for Railway Group D ranges approximately from ₹22,000 to ₹25,000. In addition to the competitive salary, employees will also receive various government benefits and allowances. These include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transportation Allowance (TA), Medical Facilities, Free Concessional Railway Pass, National Pension System (NPS), and pension.
Railway Group D Selection Process
The selection process for Railway Group D Recruitment 2026 is comprehensive and involves four distinct stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): This is the initial screening test.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates who qualify in the CBT will proceed to the PET.
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of all submitted documents.
- Medical Examination: A thorough medical check-up. The final merit list for selection will be prepared based on the scores obtained in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) and the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
Computer Based Test (CBT) Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) will comprise 100 objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), with each question carrying one mark, making a total of 100 marks. Candidates will be given 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes) to complete the examination. A negative marking of 1/3rd will be applied for each incorrect answer.
The subject-wise distribution of questions and marks is as follows:
- Mathematics: 25 Questions (25 Marks)
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30 Questions (30 Marks)
- General Science: 25 Questions (25 Marks)
- General Awareness & Current Affairs: 20 Questions (20 Marks)
- Total: 100 Questions (100 Marks)
The detailed syllabus for the CBT covers:
- Mathematics: Number System, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Time & Distance, Time & Work, Simple Interest, Profit & Loss.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Number System, Number & Alphabetic Series, Blood Relation, Directions, Venn Diagram, Mathematical Operations.
- General Science: Questions will be up to the 10th standard level, covering Physics (Motion, Work, Energy, Heat), Chemistry (Matter, Acid, Base, Metal, Non-metal), and Biology (Cell, Human Body, Plant Life).
- General Awareness & Current Affairs: Indian History, Geography, Indian Constitution, Economics, Sports Awards, and current events.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Details
The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) is qualifying in nature and has different standards for male and female candidates:
- Male Candidates:
- Must lift and carry 35 kg of weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes (in one chance).
- Must run 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds (in one chance).
- Female Candidates:
- Must lift and carry 20 kg of weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes (in one chance).
- Must run 1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds (in one chance).
Medical Examination Standards
Candidates who successfully qualify in the PET will undergo a Medical Examination. This examination includes tests for vision, hearing ability, color blindness, flat feet, knock-knees, and overall physical and mental fitness. It is essential for candidates to be completely mentally and physically fit to be considered for Railway recruitment.
Important Dates & How to Apply
The online application process for Railway Group D Recruitment 2026 is currently active. The last date to submit the application form online is March 9, 2026.
Candidates are strongly advised to apply only through the official Railway website and to remain vigilant against fraudulent or fake websites. When accessing the official Railway website, a disclaimer is typically displayed to alert users.
To apply, candidates can either sign in to an existing RRB account or create a new one. The account creation process requires mandatory basic details such as Country Name, Full Name (to be typed twice), Date of Birth, Gender (Male/Female), Father’s Name (to be typed twice), Mother’s Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number. Both the Email ID and Mobile Number must be verified via OTP. Additionally, Aadhaar number verification is required. Applicants will also need to create a strong password that must be a combination of capital letters, small letters, special characters, and numbers, adhering to the specified guidelines.
For any further questions or doubts regarding the Railway Recruitment 2026, candidates are encouraged to visit the official website for more detailed information.
