Brief Overview
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially released the Admit Cards and Exam City details for the Group D Level 1 examination, which is scheduled for 2026. This significant recruitment drive, advertised under notice number RRB CEN 08/2024, aims to fill a substantial number of Level 1 posts across various departments within the Indian Railways. Candidates who successfully submitted their applications are now encouraged to access their critical exam information to prepare effectively for the upcoming Computer Based Test (CBT).
Key Highlights
- Organization: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
- Advertisement No.: RRB CEN 08/2024
- Total Vacancies: 32,438 Posts
- Application Period: January 23, 2025, to March 01, 2025
- Exam Dates: November 27, 2025 – January 16, 2026 (Revised dates also announced for January 8, 9, 2026 and February 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9 & 10, 2026)
- Admit Card Release: Available from November 24, 2025
- Minimum Qualification: Class 10th Pass or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)
- Age Limit: 18 to 36 Years as on July 01, 2025
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive covers a wide array of positions within Level 1 of the Indian Railways. A breakdown of the vacancies is provided below:
| Post Name |
Total Vacancies |
| Pointsman-B | 5058 |
| Assistant (Track Machine) | 799 |
| Assistant (Bridge) | 301 |
| Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 13187 |
| Assistant P-Way | 247 |
| Assistant (C&W) | 2587 |
| Assistant TRD | 1381 |
| Assistant (S&T) | 2012 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | 420 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 950 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 744 |
| Assistant TL & AC | 1041 |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | 624 |
| Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | 3077 |
Important Dates
Candidates should note the following key dates related to the RRB Group D Level 1 Recruitment 2024-25:
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Date | December 28, 2024 |
| Online Application Start Date | January 23, 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | March 01, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | March 03, 2025 |
| Correction Window | March 04-13, 2025 |
| Exam City Details Release | November 19, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | November 24, 2025 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | November 27, 2025 – January 16, 2026 (including revised dates) |
| Result Date | To Be Updated Soon |
Application Fee
The application fee structure for the RRB Group D Level 1 recruitment was as follows:
- For General, OBC Categories: ₹ 500/-
- For SC/ ST/ EBC / Female / Transgender Categories: ₹ 250/-
Refund Policy: Candidates who appeared for the Computer Based Test (CBT) were eligible for a refund:
- General, OBC: ₹ 400/- Refunded
- SC/ ST/ EBC / Female / Transgender: ₹ 250/- Refunded (Full Refund)
Payment could be made online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
How to Download RRB Group D Admit Card 2026
To access and download your Railway RRB Group D Admit Card and check your Exam City details, please follow these instructions:
- Navigate to the official website of your respective RRB zone.
- On the homepage, locate the link for "RRB Group D / Level-1 Admit Card 2026" or "E-Call Letter".
- Click on the provided link, which will direct you to the candidate login page.
- Enter your unique Registration Number and your Date of Birth in the designated fields.
- If a captcha code is displayed, enter it accurately and then click the "Login" button.
- Once logged in, find the section to download your Admit Card or Call Letter.
- Click on "Download Admit Card" to obtain your Railway Group D Admit Card in PDF format.
- Carefully verify all the details mentioned on the admit card, including your exam date, exam city, shift timing, and personal information, for any discrepancies.
- Finally, download and print several copies of your admit card to carry with you to the examination center and for future reference.
