Overview
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) will announce the RRB Group D Result 2026 for the Computer-Based Test conducted under CEN 09/2025. The recruitment drive, managed by the Ministry of Railways, aims to fill approximately 22,000 Level 1 vacancies across different railway zones and production units; the result date is yet to be confirmed.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Post Name | Group D / Level 1 Posts |
| Total Vacancies | Approximately 22,000 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in and regional RRB websites |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | January 21, 2026 |
| Last Date | February 20, 2026 |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should note that the examination and result dates will be announced separately. Regional RRB websites will publish notices regarding the CBT schedule, city intimation slip, admit card, answer key and result.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Class 10 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
- Applicants possessing an ITI certificate from an institution recognised by the National Council for Vocational Training or State Council for Vocational Training may also be eligible for notified posts.
- A National Apprenticeship Certificate, where accepted under the detailed notification, may also be considered.
- Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification by the eligibility cut-off date specified in CEN 09/2025.
Age Limit
- The standard age requirement is expected to be 18 to 33 years, calculated on the prescribed cut-off date.
- Age relaxation applies to SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under central government rules.
- The date of birth recorded in the candidate’s matriculation certificate will generally be treated as final.
Fees
- General, OBC and EWS candidates: ₹500.
- SC, ST, PwBD, women, transgender, ex-servicemen, minority and eligible economically backward candidates: ₹250.
- Eligible candidates may receive a partial or full refund of the examination fee, after deduction of applicable bank charges, upon appearing in the CBT.
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test: Applicants will answer objective questions covering mathematics, general intelligence and reasoning, general science, and general awareness/current affairs. Normalisation may be applied when the examination is conducted in multiple shifts.
- Physical Efficiency Test: Candidates shortlisted on the basis of CBT merit and category-wise cut-offs must meet the prescribed running and weight-carrying standards. The PET is generally qualifying in nature.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: PET-qualified candidates will undergo verification of original certificates followed by the railway medical fitness test. Final appointment depends on merit, eligibility, medical fitness and vacancy availability.
The RRB Group D result is expected to be issued in the form of a regional merit list or roll-number list. Individual scorecards are likely to show the candidate’s raw marks, normalised score, qualifying status and other examination details. Cut-off marks will vary by RRB, category and applicable railway unit.
How to Apply
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in or the website of the relevant regional RRB.
- Open the registration link for CEN 09/2025 – Level 1 Recruitment and create an account using an active mobile number and email address.
- Enter personal, educational, category and communication details exactly as recorded in official certificates.
- Select the preferred RRB, railway zone and post options carefully, as changes may not be permitted after the correction period.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format, pay the applicable fee and submit the form.
- Download the confirmation page and retain the registration number. The application window has closed, so registered candidates should now use these credentials to access exam and result updates.
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Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will be appointed to Level 1 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix, carrying an initial basic pay of ₹18,000 per month. Employees may also receive dearness allowance, house rent allowance, transport allowance, railway travel facilities, medical benefits, retirement benefits and other admissible allowances under railway rules.
FAQs
1. When will the RRB Group D Result 2026 be released?
The result date for CEN 09/2025 has not been announced. It will be published after the CBT and completion of the answer-key review process.
2. Where can candidates download the RRB Group D scorecard?
Candidates will be able to download their scorecards from the relevant regional RRB website using their registration number and date of birth or password.
3. Will the RRB Group D cut-off be the same for every region?
No. Cut-offs may differ by RRB, railway zone, category, vacancy count, examination difficulty and normalised performance.
