What is the eligibility for RRB Group D 2026?▼
RRB Group D 2026 requires 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board PLUS an ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT in a relevant trade OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT. Some posts may accept 10th pass with NAC. Candidates must be Indian nationals. The exact trade-wise eligibility varies by post and is detailed in the official notification.
What is the age limit for RRB Group D?▼
RRB Group D age limit is 18-33 years for General category as on the date specified in the notification. Age relaxation: OBC-NCL gets 3 years (up to 36), SC/ST gets 5 years (up to 38), PwD General gets 10 years (up to 43), Ex-Servicemen get relaxation as per rules. Candidates from J&K domicile and certain other categories get additional relaxation.
RRB Group D ka PET (Physical Efficiency Test) kaisa hota hai?▼
RRB Group D PET mein: Male candidates ko 35 kg weight uthake 100 meter 2 minute mein chalke le jaana hota hai, aur 1000 meter ki race 4 minute 15 second mein complete karni hoti hai. Female candidates ko 20 kg weight uthake 100 meter 2 minute mein chalke le jaana hota hai, aur 1000 meter ki race 5 minute 40 second mein complete karni hoti hai. PET qualifying nature ka hai — pass ya fail.
What is the salary for RRB Group D posts?▼
RRB Group D salary is Pay Level 1 (Rs 18,000-56,900 basic pay as per 7th Pay Commission). Starting basic pay is Rs 18,000. With Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits, the in-hand salary for Group D freshers is approximately Rs 25,000-30,000 per month. Additional benefits include railway passes, medical facilities, quarters, and pension (NPS).
How many vacancies are expected in RRB Group D 2026?▼
RRB Group D 2026 is expected to announce 32,000+ vacancies across all Railway Recruitment Boards for posts like Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Helper/Assistant in various technical departments (Electrical, Mechanical, S&T, Engineering), Pointsman, and other Group D posts. The previous RRB Group D recruitment cycle had over 1,03,769 vacancies. Exact numbers will be in the official notification.