Overview
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the RRB Group D City Intimation Slip 2026 for candidates registered under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) 09/2025. The recruitment drive aims to fill 22,195 Level 1 vacancies across various railway zones, and candidates can now check their allotted examination city, date and shift-related details through the official portal.
The city intimation slip is provided to help candidates plan their travel in advance. It is not the admit card, which will be issued separately before the examination.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Group D/Level 1 Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in and regional RRB websites |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | January 31, 2026 |
| Last Date | March 2, 2026 |
| Exam Date | As mentioned on the city intimation slip |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should verify their exact examination date, city and reporting details from the online slip. The final examination centre address will be mentioned on the RRB Group D admit card.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for RRB Group D Level 1 posts were required to satisfy the prescribed educational conditions by the closing date of application:
- Applicants must have passed Class 10/Matriculation from a recognised board.
- Candidates possessing an ITI certificate from an institution recognised by the National Council for Vocational Training or State Council for Vocational Training were also eligible for relevant posts.
- A National Apprenticeship Certificate issued by NCVT was accepted where applicable.
- Candidates awaiting their final qualifying examination results were not treated as eligible unless permitted under the detailed notification.
Age Limit
- The minimum age requirement was generally 18 years.
- The upper age limit was 33 years, calculated with reference to the cut-off date specified in CEN 09/2025.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit applies to SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under central government rules.
- Date of birth and category details must match the information recorded in the application form and supporting documents.
Fees
- General, OBC and EWS candidates: ₹500.
- SC, ST, PwBD, female, transgender, ex-servicemen, minority and eligible economically backward class candidates: ₹250.
- The applicable portion of the examination fee is refundable after appearing in the Computer-Based Test, subject to RRB rules and deduction of bank charges.
- Candidates must ensure that the bank account details submitted for any refund are correct and active.
Selection Process
The RRB Group D recruitment process is conducted in the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Candidates answer objective questions covering mathematics, general intelligence and reasoning, general science, and general awareness/current affairs.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates shortlisted through the CBT must meet the prescribed running, weight-carrying and other physical standards. The requirements differ for male and female candidates.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: PET-qualified candidates are called for verification of original certificates and a railway medical fitness examination before final appointment.
Selection remains provisional until candidates satisfy the eligibility, document and medical standards prescribed for the allotted post.
How to Apply
The online application period has ended. Registered candidates can download the RRB Group D city intimation slip by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB application portal or the regional RRB website selected during registration.
- Open the link titled “CEN 09/2025 Group D City Intimation Slip” on the homepage or candidate login section.
- Enter the registration number and date of birth or password in the required fields.
- Complete the captcha or other security verification and select the login option.
- Check the displayed examination city, exam date, shift and candidate information carefully.
- Download the city intimation slip and save a copy for travel planning and future reference.
- Return to the portal when the admit card is released and download it separately. Candidates must carry the admit card, an original valid photo identity document and any other required material to the examination centre.
Candidates who have forgotten their registration number should use the recovery facility available on the login page. Any discrepancy in personal details should be reported immediately to the relevant regional RRB.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the RRB Group D city intimation slip the admit card?
No. The city slip only provides advance information about the examination city, date and related details. The admit card will be released separately and will contain the complete examination centre address.
2. What details are required to download the city slip?
Candidates generally need their RRB registration number and date of birth or password to access the slip through the official login portal.
3. What should candidates do if the city slip contains an error?
Candidates should contact the helpdesk or the regional RRB concerned without delay. They should retain their application form and registration details while raising the complaint.
