{"id":3264,"date":"2026-02-09T13:10:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T13:10:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.competitiongurukul.in\/blog\/?p=3264"},"modified":"2026-02-09T13:12:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T13:12:37","slug":"rrb-group-d-recruitment-2026-complete-notification-guidelines-preparation-strategy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.competitiongurukul.in\/blog\/rrb-group-d-recruitment-2026-complete-notification-guidelines-preparation-strategy\/","title":{"rendered":"RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 \u2013 Complete Notification, Guidelines & Preparation Strategy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)<\/strong> conducts the Group D recruitment to fill Level-1 posts<\/strong> in Indian Railways. The RRB Group D Recruitment 2026<\/strong> is expected to be announced soon, offering a golden opportunity for candidates who have completed 10th class or ITI<\/strong> and are aiming for a secure government job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This recruitment is conducted at a national level and attracts lakhs of aspirants every year due to its job stability, attractive salary, and career growth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Posts Under RRB Group D Recruitment 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Candidates selected through Group D recruitment may be appointed to the following posts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Track Maintainer Grade IV<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Helper \/ Assistant in Electrical, Mechanical, Signal & Telecommunication departments<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Assistant Pointsman<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Other Level-1 posts as notified by RRB<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Eligibility Guidelines for RRB Group D 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Educational Qualification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      \n
    • Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Class)<\/strong> from a recognized board
      OR<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Must possess an ITI certificate<\/strong> from NCVT\/SCVT recognized institute<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Age Limit (Expected)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Minimum Age: 18 years<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Maximum Age: 33 years<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Age Relaxation:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen<\/strong> as per government norms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        RRB Group D 2026 Selection Process \u2013 Official Guidelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        The selection process is conducted in multiple stages to ensure fair recruitment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        1. Computer Based Test (CBT)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
          \n
        • Objective type questions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Multiple choice questions (MCQs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Negative marking applicable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Subjects Included:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Mathematics<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • General Intelligence & Reasoning<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • General Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • General Awareness & Current Affairs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            Candidates qualifying CBT are called for PET.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            PET Guidelines (Expected):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Male Candidates:\n
                \n
              • Lift and carry 35 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Run 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Female Candidates:\n
                  \n
                • Lift and carry 20 kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Run 1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  3. Document Verification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                  Original documents related to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    \n
                  • Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Age proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Caste certificate (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Aadhaar \/ ID proof<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    4. Medical Examination<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                    Candidates must meet the medical fitness standards<\/strong> prescribed by Indian Railways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Exam Pattern Guidelines for CBT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                      \n
                    • Total Questions: 100<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Total Marks: 100<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Duration: 90 minutes<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Negative Marking: 1\/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      Salary Structure \u2013 RRB Group D 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-1 (7th Pay Commission)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • Basic Pay: \u20b918,000 per month<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Additional Benefits:\n
                          \n
                        • Dearness Allowance (DA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • House Rent Allowance (HRA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Transport Allowance (TA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Medical and pension benefits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                          Important Application Guidelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                            \n
                          • Applications will be accepted online only<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Candidate must apply for one RRB zone<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Details entered in the application form must match official documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Keep scanned copies of photograph and signature ready<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Application fee (if applicable) must be paid online<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                            Preparation Guidelines for RRB Group D 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                              \n
                            • Understand the latest syllabus and exam pattern<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Practice previous year question papers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Focus on basic mathematics and science concepts<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Improve physical fitness<\/strong> alongside written preparation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Regularly revise current affairs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                              <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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