The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially commenced the online application process for RRB Group D Recruitment 2025. The application link was activated on January 23, 2025, and will remain open until February 22, 2025.
A total of 32,438 vacancies have been announced under this notification (CEN 08/2024). Aspirants are encouraged to apply at the earliest to avoid any last-minute issues.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 – Key Details
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Posts | Group D |
| Total Vacancies | 32,438 |
| Notification Dates | Short: Dec 28, 2024; Detailed: Jan 21, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | Jan 23, 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Application End Date | Feb 22, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Fee Payment | Feb 23–24, 2025 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Correction Window | Feb 25 – Mar 6, 2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have completed Class 10th or hold an ITI certificate from institutions recognized by NCVT/SCVT. Alternatively, they may possess a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT.
Age Limit (as of January 1, 2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 36 years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.
Vacancy Distribution
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Post-Wise Vacancies:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | 5,058 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 799 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 301 |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 13,187 |
| Assistant P-Way | 247 |
| Assistant (C&W) | 2,587 |
| Assistant TRD | 1,381 |
| Assistant (S&T) | 2,012 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | 420 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 950 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 744 |
| Assistant TL & AC | 1,041 |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | 624 |
| Assistant Workshop (Mechanical) | 3,077 |
| Total | 32,438 |
Zone-Wise Vacancies:
| Railway Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Central Railway | 3,244 |
| Northern Railway & DMW | 4,586 |
| Western Railway | 4,672 |
| Southern Railway | 2,249 |
| Eastern Railway & Metro | 1,775 |
| North Central Railway & DLW | 2,020 |
| North Eastern Railway & RDSO | 1,332 |
| Other Zones | Remaining |
Selection Process
The recruitment process involves four stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT):
- 100 objective questions (General Science, Mathematics, Reasoning, Current Affairs).
- Duration: 120 minutes.
- Negative Marking: 1/3 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS – 40%, OBC/SC/ST – 30%.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Male Candidates: Lift 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes without dropping the weight; run 1,000 meters in 4 min 15 sec.
- Female Candidates: Lift 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes; run 1,000 meters in 5 min 40 sec.
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2025?
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Visit Official Website: Go to rrbapply.gov.in.
- Register: Create an account (or use existing credentials if registered for CEN 2024).
- Ensure all information (email, mobile number) is accurate, as corrections are not allowed later.
- Complete Application:
- Select post and exam language.
- Enter address and educational details.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, SC/ST certificates, if applicable).
- Pay Application Fee:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Women | ₹250 |
- Submit Application: Review all details before final submission and save a copy for future reference.
Document Guidelines
- Photograph:
- Size: 50–100 KB, JPEG format, white/light background.
- No glasses or caps allowed.
- Recent photo (not older than 2 months).
- Signature:
- Black ink, size: 30–50 KB, JPEG format.
- No block letters.
- SC/ST Certificate (for travel pass): PDF format, up to 500 KB.
Important Links
- Apply Online: rrbapply.gov.in
