RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 22,000 Posts | CEN 09/2025

THE RAILWAY GAZETTE

Special Recruitment Edition January 24, 2026 Est. 1853

RAILWAYS ANNOUNCE MASSIVE RECRUITMENT DRIVE: 22,000 GROUP D POSTS OPENED

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has sent a wave of excitement across the nation by officially announcing the 2026 Group D recruitment under notification **CEN 09/2025**. This monumental notification invites young and energetic citizens to join the backbone of Indian infrastructure.

With a staggering 22,000 tentative vacancies, the Indian Railways seeks to bolster its workforce. This recruitment is specifically targeted at 10th pass individuals and ITI certificate holders who dream of a stable and prestigious government career.

Eligibility & Rewards

Candidates between the ages of 18 to 33 years are eligible to apply. The board offers a competitive Level-1 Pay Matrix starting at ₹18,000 per month, supplemented by various central government allowances including DA, HRA, and medical benefits.

Selection Protocol

To secure a post, aspirants must navigate through:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
3. Document Verification & Medical Exam

OFFICIAL BULLETIN

Organization: RRB

Vacancies: 22,000

Starts: 20-01-2026

Deadline: 02-03-2026

Status: Apply Online

"Notice: Candidates are strictly advised to use only official RRB websites for submission to avoid fraudulent portals."

Apply Online Now

Published by the Railway Recruitment Authority — Service to the Nation