Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced Group D Recruitment 2025 through Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No 08/2024 on www.rrbapply.gov.in. A total number of 32,438 vacancies will be filled up through this recruitment drive. The application process has already started from January 23, 2025 and will continue until February 22, 2025.
Here’s a comprehensive guide that covers everything you need to know about the RRB Group D 2025 recruitment process, including eligibility criteria, important dates, exam details, selection process, and much more.
Overview of RRB Group D 2025 Recruitment
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Group D (Various Posts) |
| Total Vacancies | 32,438 Posts |
| Application Dates | January 23, 2025 – February 22, 2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT 1), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification & Medical Examination |
Here is the advertisement details:
This recruitment allows candidates to apply for various posts such as Pointsman, Track Maintainer, Assistant, and more, in the Indian Railways. In almost 23 RRB Zones, the vacancies have been announced.
RRB Group D Vacancy 2025 – Zone / Unit Wise:
| Sl. No. | Railway | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Railway | 3244 |
| 2 | East Central Railway | 1250 |
| 3 | East Coast Railway | 964 |
| 4 | Eastern Railway & Metro | 1775 |
| 5 | North Central Railway and DLW | 2020 |
| 6 | North Eastern Railway and RDSO | 1332 |
| 7 | North Western Railway | 1433 |
| 8 | Northeast Frontier Railway | 2048 |
| 9 | Northern Railway, DMW | 4586 |
| 10 | South Central Railway | 1642 |
| 11 | South East Central Railway | 1337 |
| 12 | South Eastern Railway | 1044 |
| 13 | South Western Railway | 490 |
| 14 | Southern Railway | 2249 |
| 15 | West Central Railway | 1614 |
| 16 | Western Railway | 4672 |
| 17 | PLW (Patiala Locomotive Works) | 86 |
| 18 | RWF (Rail Wheel Factory) | 13 |
| 19 | RWP (Rail Wheel Plant) | 1 |
| 20 | CLW (Chittaranjan Locomotive Works) | 42 |
| 21 | RCF (Railway Coach Factory) | 112 |
| 22 | ICF (Integral Coach Factory) | 445 |
| 23 | MCF (Modern Coach Factory) | 38 |
| Grand Total | All Region | 32438 Posts |
Post Wise Group D Vacancy:
| Group D Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Pointsman-B (Traffic) | 5,058 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 799 |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 13,187 |
| Assistant (C&W) | 2,587 |
| Assistant (Electrical) | 3,739 |
| Assistant (Mechanical) | 6,284 |
| Total | 32,438 Posts |
Important Dates for RRB Group D Recruitment 2025:
| Notification Released On | January 22, 2025 |
| Online Application Start | January 23, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | February 22, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | February 24, 2025 |
| Correction Window | February 25 – March 6, 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Group D Posts
Before applying, candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria set by the Railway Recruitment Board:
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed their 10th grade or have an ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certificate, or hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training).
Age Limit (as of January 1, 2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 36 years
Candidates from reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) will receive age relaxation as per government norms.
Application Fee:
Candidates applying for the RRB Group D 2025 exam need to pay an application fee. The fee varies based on the category of the candidate:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST / PWD / Women / Ex-Servicemen / Transgender / Economically Backward | Rs. 250 |
The fee for General/OBC candidates is partially refundable (Rs. 400) after they appear for the CBT 1.
RRB Group D Exam Centres 2025
| RRB Region | Cities |
| Gujarat | Dadra, Gandhinagar, Godhra, Himatnagar, Jamnagar, Junagadh, Mehsana, Nadiad, Navsarim, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Anand, Bharuch, Bhavnagar, Bhuj, Silvassa, Surat, Surendranagar, Vadodara, Valsad, Vapi |
| Haryana | Jind, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Mohindergarh, Panchkula, Panipat, Rewari, Rohtak, Sirsa, Ambala, Bahadurgarh, Gurgaon, Hisar, Jhajjar, Sonipat, Yamuna Nagar |
| Karnataka | Chikballapur, Chikmagalpur, Davanagre, Dharwad, Gadag, Gulbarg, Hassan, Hubli, Kolar, Mangalore, Bagalkot, Belgaum, Bellary, Bijapur, Mysore, Puttur, Shimoga, Surathkal, Tumkur, Udupi, Uttara Kannada |
| Maharashtra | Ahmednagar, Akola, Amaravati, Aurangabad, Beed, Bhandara, Buladena, Chandrapur, Dhule, Ghadchiroli, Gondia, Jalgaon, Latur, Madgaon, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nandurbar, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, Pandharpur, Parbhani, Pimpri, Chinchwad, Pune, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sangamner, Sangli, Satara, Solapur, Sindhudurg, Thane, Wardha, Washim, Yavatmal |
| Andhra Pradesh | Challapalli, Chirala, Chittoot, Eluru, Gooty, Gudivada, Gudur, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kanchikachera, Kavali, Amalapuram, Anantapur, Bhimavaram, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Prodattur, Puttur, Rajahmundry, Rajam, Rajampet, Srikakulam, Surampalem, Nandyal, Narasapuram, Narasaraopet, Tadipalligudem, Tekkali, Tirupathi, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vuzuabagran |
| Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Silchar, Tezpur, Johrat, Kokrajhar. |
| Bihar | Darbhanga, Gaya, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Arrah, Aurangabad, Bhagalpur, Bihar Sharif, Patna, Purnea, Samastipur, Siwan |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
| Delhi/NCR | Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, New Delhi, Noida |
| Punjab | Fatehgarh, Sahib, Gurdaspur, Phagwara, Ropar, SangrurHoshiarpur, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Khanna, Ludhiana, Malout, Moga, Abohar, Amritsar, Banur, Barnala, Bhatinda, Mohali, Muktasar, Nawanshahr, Pathankot, Patiala. |
| Rajasthan | Bikaner, Chittorgarh, Dungarpur, Hanumangarh, Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, Jodhpur, Kota, Pali Marwar, Sikar, Abu Road, Ajmer, Alwar, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Sriganagnagar, Tonk, Udaipur |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad, Amroha, Banda, Barabanki, Bareilly, Bijnor, Kanpur, Kaushambi, Lucknow, Mathura, Sitapur, Bulandshahr, Faizabad, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Sultanpur, Varanasi |
| West Bengal | Bishnupur, Burdwan, Durgapur, Haldia, Asansol, Bankura, Berhampore, Hooghly, Kalyani, Krishnagar, Siliguri, Kolkata, Greater Kolkata. |
How to Apply for RRB Group D Posts Online?
The application process for RRB Group D 2025 is entirely online. Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the RRB official website.
- Register: Click on the ‘New Registration’ link, provide basic personal details like name, email, and mobile number, and create a password. If you have forgotten your RRB Registration Number, then click here.
- Fill the Application Form: Enter details like educational qualifications, preferred post, and address.
- Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and a signature as per the specified format.
- Pay the Fee: Complete the payment of the application fee through online banking or other available payment methods.
- Submit Application: Review all the information provided, submit the application, and save a copy for future reference.
RRB Group D Selection Process
The selection process for RRB Group D is a multi-stage process that includes:
1. Computer-Based Test (CBT 1):
- Pattern: The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering topics like General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence, and Reasoning.
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd of the marks for each wrong answer.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
Candidates who clear the CBT 1 will undergo a Physical Efficiency Test. The PET consists of tasks like running a certain distance in a set time.
3. Document Verification & Medical Examination:
After clearing the PET, the candidates will undergo document verification. A medical examination will also be conducted to ensure the candidate meets the required health standards.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus for RRB Group D 2025
| Subject | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| General Science | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
The exam will be of 90 minutes duration. 1/3rd of the marks for incorrect answers will be deducted.
Detailed Syllabus:
- Mathematics: Number System, Time and Work, Algebra, Mensuration, and more.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, Logical Reasoning, Puzzles, and more.
- General Science: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (up to 10th standard).
- General Awareness & Current Affairs: Current events, Indian History, Geography, Economy, etc.
Group D Physical Efficiency Test Details
| Test Event | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Weight Lifting & Carrying | Lift and carry 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes without putting it down | Lift and carry 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes without putting it down |
| Running | Run 1000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds in one chance | Run 1000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds in one chance |
Other Information About RRB Group D Recruitment 2025
Salary and Benefits for Railway Group D posts
The starting basic pay for RRB Group D posts is Rs. 18,000 per month. In addition, employees are entitled to various allowances, including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and Medical Benefits. This brings the in-hand salary to approximately Rs. 22,500 – Rs. 25,380 per month, depending on the location and allowances.
Admit Card for RRB Group D 2025
The admit card for the CBT exam will be released 10-15 days before the exam. Candidates can download their admit card from the official RRB website using their registration number and password.
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| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification Link | Click Here |
| Vacancy Details | Click Here |
| Qualification Related Notice Download Link | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |