| Post Name | Level-1 Posts |
| Total Posts | 32438 Posts |
| Organization | Indian Railways |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Application Process | Online |
| Examination Fee | Rs.500/- |
| Start Date | 23 January 2025 |
| Last Date | 22 February 2025 |
RRB Recruitment 2025
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of various posts in Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix across different units of Indian Railways. Candidates interested in pursuing a career with Indian Railways can submit their online applications for the RRB CEN 08/2024 Recruitment. Applications will be accepted exclusively through the official web portal of the Railway Recruitment Board. This recruitment drive aims to fill 32,438 Group D vacancies.
RRB Recruitment Details
Post Name: Level-1 Posts (Group D)
Notification No: RRB CEN 08/2024
Total Posts: 32438 Posts
Organization: Railway Recruitment Board
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed class 10th or an equivalent examination from a recognized board or university.
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 36 years of age as of 1st January 2025.
Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation will be 3 years for OBC candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates.
RRB Examination Fee details
Examination Fee: Candidates belonging to PwBD, Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Minority Communities, and Economically Backward Classes must pay an examination fee of Rs.250/-. All other candidates must pay Rs.500/- as the examination fee.
Refund of Fee: Candidates belonging to PwBD, Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Minority Communities, and Economically Backward Classes will receive a full refund of Rs.250/- after the examination. All other candidates who paid Rs.500/- will receive a refund of Rs.400/- after the examination.
Mode of Payment: Candidates can pay their examination fee using online payment methods such as Credit or Debit Card, NetBanking, and UPI. No other modes of payment will be accepted.
RRB Group D Vacancy Details
| Category | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | Traffic | 5058 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | Engineering | 799 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | Engineering | 301 |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | Engineering | 13187 |
| Assistant P-Way | Engineering | 247 |
| Assistant (C&W) | Mechanical | 2587 |
| Assistant TRD | Electrical | 1381 |
| Assistant (S&T) | S&T | 2012 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | Mechanical | 420 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical | 950 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Electrical | 744 |
| Assistant TL & AC | Electrical | 1041 |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | Electrical | 624 |
| Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | Mechanical | 3077 |
| Total | 32438 | |
| Railway | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 4672 |
| North Western Railway (Jaipur) | 1433 |
| South Western Railway (Hubli) | 503 |
| West Central Railway (Jabalpur) | 1614 |
| East Coast Railway (Bhubaneswar) | 964 |
| South East Central Railway (Bilaspur) | 1337 |
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 4785 |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 2694 |
| North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur) | 1370 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (Guwahati) | 2048 |
| Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 1817 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 3244 |
| East Central Railway (Hajipur) | 1251 |
| North Central Railway (Prayagraj) | 2020 |
| South Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 1044 |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 1642 |
| Total Vacancies | 32438 |
Selection Process for Group D Recruitment
The selection process for the RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 includes multiple stages: Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification (DV), and Medical Examination (ME). Below are the detailed steps:
1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
The first stage of the selection process is a Computer-Based Test (CBT), which will be conducted online. Candidates will need to answer 100 objective-type questions within a duration of 90 minutes. For candidates with disabilities (PwBD) using a scribe, the duration is extended to 120 minutes.
The structure of the CBT is as follows:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Negative Marking: Candidates should note that there will be a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect answer.
Qualifying Marks: The minimum qualifying marks for the RRB Group D CBT are 40% for General/EWS candidates and 30% for OBC/SC/ST candidates. For PwBD candidates, the minimum qualifying marks may be relaxed by 2% if there is a shortage of qualified candidates against the reserved vacancies.
2. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Candidates who perform well in the CBT and rank within three times the number of vacancies will be eligible for the PET. The PET is a qualifying test, and candidates must meet the following criteria:
Weight Carrying
Male Candidates: 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes.
Female Candidates: 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes.
Running
Male Candidates: 1,000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds.
Female Candidates: 1,000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds.
Candidates with benchmark disabilities (PwBD), Ex-Servicemen, and Course Completed Act Apprentices are exempted from the PET. However, PwBD candidates must pass the medical examination.
3. Document Verification (DV)
Candidates who clear the PET will be called for Document Verification (DV). The number of candidates called for this stage will be equal to the total number of vacancies, maintaining a 1:1 ratio. During this process, educational qualifications, community certificates, and other relevant documents will be verified.
In case of ties, preference will be given based on: 1) Candidate’s age (older candidates will be prioritized). 2) Alphabetical order of the candidate’s name, if the age is the same.
4. Medical Examination (ME)
The final step in the selection process is the Medical Examination (ME), conducted by the Railway Administration. Only candidates who pass this fitness test will be considered for appointment.
Important Notes
Normalization of Marks: If the CBT is conducted in multiple sessions, normalization of marks will be applied to ensure fairness.
Appointment: The final appointment is subject to the approval of the Railway Administration.
Preparation for PET: Candidates must ensure they are physically fit to participate in the PET as Railways will not be responsible for any injuries sustained during the test.
How to Apply for RRB Recruitment?
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria as per the official notification of the Railway Recruitment Board can submit their applications through the official web portal. Before proceeding with the application process, candidates must register by providing some basic details. After successful registration, they will need to log in to the portal to complete their application. Candidates must provide the required details and upload their photographs, signatures, and other documents in the prescribed file format and size. For convenience, we have provided a direct link to the online application portal in the “Important Links” section.
Important Dates of RRB Recruitment
| Notification Published | 22 January 2025 |
| Apply Start Date | 23 January 2025 |
| Apply Last Date | 22 February 2025 |
| Fee Payment | 23-24 February 2025 |
| Application Correction | 25 Feb – 6 Mar 2025 |
Important Links of RRB Recruitment
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Coming Soon |
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