The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the massive recruitment for Group D (Level-1) positions under CEN 09/2025. With a total of 22,195 vacancies across all zones, this is the biggest opportunity for 10th-pass and ITI candidates in 2026.
1. Vacancy Highlights & Important Dates
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|
| Total Posts | 22,195 (Level-1) |
| Application Starts | May 10, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 9, 2026 |
| Selection Process | CBT Exam -> PET (Physical) -> Medical -> DV |
2. Post-wise Vacancy (Major Categories)
- Track Maintainer-IV: 9,350 Posts (Highest)
- Pointsman B: 4,843 Posts
- Assistant (Lamps, Operations, Shed): 7,000+ Posts
3. Eligibility Criteria
- Education: 10th Pass (Matriculation) OR ITI from NCVT/SCVT.
- Age Limit (As on July 1, 2026): 18 to 33 Years (Plus relaxation for OBC/SC/ST).
4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Details
| Task | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|
| Weight Lifting | 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 min | 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 min |
| Running | 1000 meters in 4 min 15 sec | 1000 meters in 5 min 40 sec |
5. Exam Pattern (CBT)
- General Science: 25 Marks
- Mathematics: 25 Marks
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30 Marks
- General Awareness & Current Affairs: 20 Marks
- Total: 100 Marks (90 Minutes) | Negative Marking: 1/3rd
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