RRB Group D 2026 Registration Postponed: If you are dreaming of a job in the railways and have been waiting for the RRB Group D recruitment for a long time, then this news is very important for you. The Railway Recruitment Board has released a new update regarding the RRB Group D 2026 application process.
According to the new date, the application process will start on 31 January 2026. Jobs in railways have always been among the first preferences for youngsters. Reasons being very obvious: job security, good salary, benefits associated with government services, and respect.
Application Dates
The online process for the RRB Group D 2026 will start from January 31, 2026, and will run until 11:59 PM of March 2, 2026. Those interested in the position will only be able to apply from the official site, rrbapply.gov.in.
The railway authorities have cleared that only Aadhaar card verification will be required in this case. This implies that the candidate’s Aadhaar card must be valid and updted. The name, date of birth, and photo on the card must match the 10th class mark sheet; otherwise, the entire application would be cancelled.
Key Recruitment Information
Under this recruitment, about 22,000 posts will be filled. A larger number of these posts will be in engineering-related departments, with a significant number of posts vacant in the Track Maintainer Grade IV category.
Concerning the process of selection, a Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be first carried out. Those who are found qualified in the test will be invited for a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) thereafter. Only after the clearance of both tests will the final selection be made.
Age Limit & Relaxations
For RRB Group D 2026, a person has to be a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 33 years as of January 1, 2026. For reserved categories, relaxation of age limits is as per Govt. norms. OBC candidates get an relaxation of 3 years, and SC/ST candidates get relaxation of 5 years.
This is an exceptional recruitment. Why?
Group D jobs in the railway are an excellent option for the youth who are looking forward to having a secured life with a stable job in the government sector. That is why every year, millions of candidates apply for this examination. It also provides promotions and advantages to its employees.
Disclaimer: regarding the recruitment, dates, and rules are subject to change from time to time. Candidates are advised to go through the official notification at the website of the Railway Recruitment Board before applying. The author or platform will not be responsible in case of any error or change.
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