The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has rolled out its latest notification for Group D Recruitment 2025, offering an impressive 32,438 positions across various departments under Level 1. This is a significant opportunity for individuals aiming to build a career with Indian Railways.
The application window will be open from January 23, 2025, to February 22, 2025. Before applying, candidates should ensure they meet all the eligibility criteria outlined in the notification, Apply Online at www.rrbindia.gov.in
RRB Group D Recruitment 2025: Detailed Vacancy Breakdown
Here’s a department-wise distribution of the 32,438 vacancies:
| Department | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic | Pointsman-B | 5058 |
| Engineering | Assistant (Track Machine) | 799 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 301 | |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 13,187 | |
| Assistant P-Way | 247 | |
| Mechanical | Assistant (C&W) | 2587 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | 420 | |
| Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | 3077 | |
| S&T | Assistant (S&T) | 2012 |
| Electrical | Assistant TRD | 1381 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 950 | |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 744 | |
| Assistant TL & AC | 1041 | |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | 624 | |
| Total | 32,438 |
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Group D 2025
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have completed Class 10 or possess a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 36 years (as of July 1, 2025)
- Relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per RRB norms.
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee | Refund After CBT |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC/ST/EBC/Transgender | ₹250 | ₹250 |
| Female (All Categories) | ₹250 | ₹250 |
Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, and UPI.
RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2025
The selection process involves multiple stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT):
- General Science: 25 questions
- Mathematics: 25 questions
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30 questions
- General Awareness: 20 questions
- Marking Scheme: +1 for correct answers; -1/3 for incorrect answers.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
| Criteria | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Weightlifting | 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes | 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes |
| Running | 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds | 1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds |
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
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Important Dates to Remember
- Notification Release Date: December 28, 2024
- Application Start Date: January 23, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: February 22, 2025
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
- Exam Date: To be announced
Steps to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website: www.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Click on the RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 link.
- Register with your email ID and phone number.
- Fill out the application form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents:
- Recent photograph
- Scanned signature
- Educational certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof
- Pay the application fee through the available payment modes.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
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