RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 – Apply for 32,438 Level 1 Posts
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 notification for 32,438 vacancies in various railway zones under Advertisement No. CEN 08/2024. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB website. Read on for detailed eligibility, application process, and other essential information.
RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 Overview
- Post Name: Group D/ Level 1
- Total Vacancies: 32,438 Posts
- Job Location: Across India
- Pay Scale: Pay Level-1 of 7th CPC with starting basic pay of ₹18,000/-
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date to Apply: 1st March 2025
Zone-wise RRB Group D Vacancy 2025
| Railway Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 4,672 |
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 4,785 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 3,244 |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 2,694 |
| North Central Railway (Prayagraj) | 2,020 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (Guwahati) | 2,048 |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 1,642 |
| Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 1,817 |
| South Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 1,044 |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 1642 |
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Group D 2025
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 36 years (as of 1st January 2025)
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwD (Unreserved): 10 years
- PwD (OBC): 13 years
- PwD (SC/ST): 15 years
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed 10th (Matriculation) or ITI or equivalent from a recognized board/institution.
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT is also eligible.
RRB Group D Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | ₹250/- (Refundable) |
| General/OBC Candidates | ₹500/- (₹400 refundable after appearing for CBT) |
Selection Process for RRB Group D 2025
The recruitment process consists of four stages:
1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Subjects & Marks Distribution:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- General/EWS: 40%
- OBC/SC/ST: 30% (2% relaxation for PwD candidates)
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Gender | Weight Carrying | Running |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 35 Kg for 100m in 2 minutes | 1000m in 4 min 15 sec |
| Female | 20 Kg for 100m in 2 minutes | 1000m in 5 min 40 sec |
3. Document Verification (DV)
- Candidates who qualify for PET will be called for document verification.
4. Medical Examination (ME)
- Final selection is subject to medical fitness tests.
How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2025?
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the Official RRB Website
- Click on the “Online Application Form.”
- Complete Registration
- Click “Register Now” and provide basic details.
- Fill the Application Form
- Enter personal & educational details and upload documents.
- Pay the Application Fee
- Choose the payment mode and complete the transaction.
- Submit & Print the Application Form
- Take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
- Start Date to Apply Online: 23rd January 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 1st March 2025 (23:59 Hrs)
- Correction Window: 25th February – 6th March 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ What is the last date to apply for RRB Group D 2025?
📌 The last date to submit the online application is 1st March 2025.
❓ How many vacancies are available in RRB Group D Recruitment 2025?
📌 A total of 32,438 vacancies are announced.
❓ What is the salary of RRB Group D posts?
📌 The starting basic pay is ₹18,000/- per month under 7th CPC Pay Level-1.
❓ What is the selection process for RRB Group D 2025?
📌 The selection process includes CBT, PET, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
❓ How can I apply for RRB Group D Recruitment?
📌 You can apply online through the official RRB website before the deadline.
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