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Official Notification Out – Indian Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2025
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 notification for 32,438 vacancies across multiple departments. This is a golden opportunity for candidates looking for a secure government job in Indian Railways. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online before the deadline (22nd February 2025).
In this article, we cover eligibility criteria, age limit, salary, selection process, important dates, syllabus, and application process in detail. Read on for all the essential information before applying.
Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 – Job Overview
- Organization Name: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Job Type: Regular Basis
- Category: Central Government Job
- Post Name: Group D Various Posts
- Total Vacancies: 32,438
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Location: Across India
- Last Date to Apply: 22nd February 2025
- Gender: Both Male & Female
Railway RRB Group D 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have completed 10th standard from a recognized board.
- A National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT/SCVT is required.
- For detailed qualifications, refer to the official notification.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 36 Years
- Age Relaxation (As per Government rules):
- OBC: 3 Years
- SC/ST/PWD: 5 Years
- Ex-Serviceman: 5 Years
- PWD + SC/ST: 15 Years
RRB Group D Vacancy 2025 – Category-Wise Breakdown
| Post Name | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | Traffic | 5058 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | Engineering | 799 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | Engineering | 301 |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | Engineering | 13187 |
| Assistant P-Way | Engineering | 247 |
| Assistant (C&W) | Mechanical | 2587 |
| Assistant TRD | Electrical | 1381 |
| Assistant (S&T) | Signal & Track | 2012 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | Mechanical | 420 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical | 950 |
| Assistant Operation (Electrical) | Electrical | 744 |
| Assistant TL & AC | Electrical | 1041 |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | Electrical | 624 |
| Assistant (Workshop-Mech) | Mechanical | 3077 |
Salary for RRB Group D 2025
- Pay Scale: Rs. 21,900 – 69,100/- (Level-4 per month)
Selection Process for RRB Group D Recruitment 2025
Candidates will be selected based on the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
RRB Group D 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
- Total Questions: 100 (MCQ Type)
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates)
- Negative Marking: 1/3 for each incorrect answer
Subject-Wise Distribution
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
RRB Group D 2025 Application Fees
- General/EWS/OBC: Rs. 500/-
- SC/ST/PWD/Female Candidates: Rs. 250/-
Note: Application fees are refundable after appearing for CBT.
Payment Mode:
- Online via Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Net Banking
Important Dates for RRB Group D 2025
- Application Start Date: 23rd January 2025
- Application Last Date: 22nd February 2025
- Exam Date: To Be Announced
How to Apply for Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2025?
- Visit the official website of RRB: indianrailways.gov.in
- Find and click on the “RRB Group D 2025 Notification”.
- Carefully read the notification before applying.
- Register with your email ID & mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Upload required documents (passport-size photo, signature, certificates, etc.).
- Pay the application fees online.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for RRB Group D 2025?
- The last date to apply is 22nd February 2025.
Q2: What is the selection process for RRB Group D?
- Candidates have to clear CBT, PET, Medical Test, and Document Verification.
Q3: Can 12th pass candidates apply for RRB Group D 2025?
- Yes, but the minimum qualification required is 10th pass with NAC from NCVT/SCVT.
