The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will close the online registration window for Group D Recruitment 2026 on March 2, 2026. Eligible candidates who have not yet applied for the 22,195 vacancies must complete their application process through the official portal before the deadline.
This large-scale recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity to secure a government job with Indian Railways, one of the country’s biggest public sector employers. The last date for application fee payment is March 4, 2026.
📌 RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Candidates must possess the required educational and technical qualifications as specified in the official CEN.
- Qualifications should be obtained from a recognised board, institute, or university on or before March 2, 2026.
- Age limit:
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 33 years
- Applicants outside the prescribed age limit will not be considered.
💰 Application Fee Details
- General Category: ₹500
- ₹400 will be refunded (after bank charges) once the candidate appears for the CBT.
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minority/EBC: ₹250
- Full amount refundable after appearing for the CBT.
👉 Fee payment modes include internet banking, debit card, credit card, and UPI.
📝 How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to submit their application:
- Visit the official website: rrbapply.gov.in
- Click on the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 registration link
- Complete the registration using basic details
- Fill in the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
- Take a printout for future reference
⚠️ Important Advisory
Applicants are strongly advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical glitches or payment failures.
