The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of various posts in Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix across different units of Indian Railways. Candidates interested in pursuing a career with Indian Railways can submit their online applications for the RRB CEN 08/2024 Recruitment. Applications will be accepted exclusively through the official web portal of the Railway Recruitment Board. This recruitment drive aims to fill 32,438 Group D vacancies.
Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Group D Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | 32,438 |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Minimum Qualification | Class 10/Matriculation |
| Application Process | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹500 /- |
| Start Date | 23 January 2025 |
| Last Date | 22 February 2025 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill the following educational criteria:
- Minimum Qualification: Passed Class 10/Matriculation from a recognized board or equivalent.
- Preferred Qualification: Candidates holding an ITI certificate from a recognized institute or enrolled under the Apprenticeship Scheme will have an advantage.
Age Limit
| Post | Prescribed age in normal course (as on 01.01.2025) |
Age as applicable to this CEN* (as on 01.01.2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Level-1 | 18 to 33 years | 18 to 36 years |
Age Relaxation
| Sl. No. | COMMUNITY/CATEGORIES | RELAXATION IN UPPER AGE LIMIT (or) MAXIMUM UPPER AGE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | OBC-Non Creamy Layer (NCL) | 3 Years |
| 2 | SC/ST | 5 Years |
| 3 | Ex-servicemen with at least 6 months service after attestation | UR & EWS: 3 years (after deduction of length of service from age) |
| OBC-NCL: 6 years (after deduction of length of service from age) | ||
| SC/ST: 8 years (after deduction of length of service from age) | ||
| 4 | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | UR & EWS: 10 Years |
| OBC-NCL: 13 Years | ||
| SC/ST: 15 Years | ||
| 5 | Group 'C' and erstwhile Group 'D' Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes with minimum 3 years of service | UR & EWS: 40 Years of age OBC-NCL: 43 Years of age SC/ST: 45 Years of age |
| Quasi-Administrative offices of Railway organization | Up to the length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is less | |
| Course Completed Act Apprentices trained in Railway Establishments (minimum qualification ITI/Apprenticeship) |
UR & EWS: Relaxed to the extent of Apprentice Training under the Apprentice Act 1961 (Maximum 3 years) OBC-NCL: Same as above, Maximum 6 years inclusive of OBC relaxation SC/ST: Same as above, Maximum 8 years inclusive of SC/ST relaxation |
|
| 8 | Canteen staff of MB Division NR (per Supreme Court judgement) |
5 years (after deduction of length of service) Maximum age: 60 years |
Date of birth of candidates should be between the dates given below (both dates inclusive): If a candidate is eligible for relaxation of age on more than one ground, he/she would be accorded the highest of the age relaxations (not cumulative) for which he/she is eligible.
| SN | Age Group | Upper Limit of Date of Birth (Not earlier than) | Lower Limit of Date of Birth (Not later than) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 to 36 |
UR & EWS: 02.01.1989 OBC-Non Creamy Layer: 02.01.1986 SC/ST: 02.01.1984 |
For all communities /
categories 01.01.2007 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female/PwD | ₹250 |
Important Dates of RRB Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 22 January 2025 |
| Apply Start Date | 23 January 2025 |
| Apply Last Date | 22 February 2025 |
| Fee Payment | 23-24 February 2025 |
| Application Correction | 25 February – 6 March 2025 |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the RRB for your region.
- Locate the RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 notification.
- Complete the registration process using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form with accurate details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Online Application Link | Apply Here |
| Download Official Notification | Download Here |
| Follow on Telegram | Join Telegram |
| Follow on WhatsApp | Join WhatsApp |
| Follow on Facebook | Visit Facebook |
| Official Website | Visit Here |
RRB Group D Vacancy Details
| Category | 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) | S&T | 2012 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | Mechanical | 420 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical | 950 |
| Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Electrical | 744 |
| Assistant TL & AC | Electrical | 1041 |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | Electrical | 624 |
| Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | Mechanical | 3077 |
| Total | 32438 | |
Railway Vacancies
| Railway | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 4672 |
| North Western Railway (Jaipur) | 1433 |
| South Western Railway (Hubli) | 503 |
| West Central Railway (Jabalpur) | 1614 |
| East Coast Railway (Bhubaneswar) | 964 |
| South East Central Railway (Bilaspur) | 1337 |
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 4785 |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 2694 |
| North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur) | 1370 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (Guwahati) | 2048 |
| Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 1817 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 3244 |
| East Central Railway (Hajipur) | 1251 |
| North Central Railway (Prayagraj) | 2020 |
| South Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 1044 |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 1642 |
| Total Vacancies | 32438 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: How can I apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2025?
A: Candidates can apply online through the official RRB website for their respective regions.
Q2: What is the total number of vacancies?
A: There are a total of 32,438 Group D vacancies.
Q3: What is the application fee?
A: The application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Q4: Is there any relaxation in the age limit?
A: Yes, age relaxation is provided as per government norms for reserved categories.
Q5: What is the selection process?
A: The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination
