The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has announced the release of admit cards and exam city/date information for the Group-D (Level-1) Computer Based Test (CBT-I) recruitment under Advertisement No. CEN 09/2025. Applicants for these Level-1 positions across various railway zones can now access their exam details and download their hall tickets from the official website. The examination is slated for August 2026, with specific dates including 03, 06, 09, 17, 21, and 25 August 2026. To retrieve your admit card, you will need your Enrollment Number, Registration Number, or Date of Birth.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 09 March 2026 |
| Extended Fee Payment Last Date | 11 March 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 12 – 21 March 2026 |
| CBT-I Exam Date (Overall) | 03-21 August 2026 |
| Revised Tentative Exam Schedule | 03, 06, 09, 17, 21 & 25 August 2026 |
| Exam City Details Available | 24 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 31 July 2026 (Available Now) |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund on Appearing for CBT |
|---|---|---|
| General, OBC | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 400/- |
| SC/ ST/ EBC / Female / Transgender | ₹ 250/- | ₹ 250/- |
Payment Mode: Candidates can pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
Age Limits (as on 01 January 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable for various categories as per Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) regulations for Group D (Level 1) posts.
Vacancy Details (Total: 22,195 Posts)
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Pointsman-B | 5053 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 597 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 600 |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 11032 |
| Assistant P-Way | 300 |
| Assistant (C&W) | 1000 |
| Assistant TRD | 800 |
| Assistant (S&T) | 1509 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 200 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 604 |
| Assistant TL & AC | 500 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have successfully completed Class 10th (High School) from a recognized institution by NCVT/SCVT OR possess a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT to be eligible for the RRB Group D Recruitment Examination.
How To Check & Download Railway RRB Group-D CBT-I Admit Card 2026
Follow these steps to download your Railway RRB Group-D CBT-I Admit Card:
- Visit the official website of your specific Railway Recruitment Board (RRB).
- On the homepage, locate and click on the link titled “RRB Group-D CBT-I Admit Card 2026” or “CEN 09/2025 Exam Schedule Link.”
- Open the Exam City Notice PDF to check your allocated exam city, date, shift timings, reporting time, and any critical instructions.
- Carefully verify all the details mentioned in the notification and your admit card.
- Download the Admit Card PDF and save it for future reference.
- It is highly recommended to take a printout of your admit card to carry to the examination center.
As per the official schedule, the RRB Group-D CBT-I Exam 2026 will be conducted between 03 August and 21 August 2026.
Mode Of Selection
The selection process for Railway RRB Group-D (Level-1) Recruitment 2026 involves the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT-1)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| 📋 Apply Online | Click Here |
| 🔔 Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| 🎫 Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| 🔑 Login / Check Status | Click Here |
| 📅 Download Exam Schedule Notice | Click Here |
| ✍️ Attempt Mock Test | Click Here |
| 🌐 Official Website | Click Here |