RRB Group D Recruitment 2025: Apply Now for 32,438 Vacancies in Indian Railways

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2024 for the recruitment of various Level 1 posts under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. A total of 32,438 vacancies have been announced across multiple railway zones. The application process is completely online, and interested candidates can apply before the deadline.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Indicative Notice Published	28 December 2024
Official Notification Release	22 January 2025
Online Registration Start	23 January 2025 (00:00 Hrs)
Online Registration End	22 February 2025 (23:59 Hrs)
Application Fee Payment Deadline	24 February 2025 (23:59 Hrs)
Modification Window	25 February – 6 March 2025
CBT Exam Date	To be announced

Vacancy Details

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

Pay Scale

Post Name	Pay Scale (INR)	Total Vacancies	Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)
Various Level 1 Posts	18,000/- per month	32,438	18-36 Years*

Note: A one-time age relaxation of 3 years beyond the prescribed upper age limit has been granted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Post Name	Educational Qualification
Level 1 Posts	Matriculation (Class 10) OR ITI from NCVT/SCVT recognized institutions

Age Relaxation

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC-NCL	3 Years
PwBD	10 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per Govt. norms

Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

Computer-Based Test (CBT): Candidates must qualify in the online test.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates shortlisted from the CBT will undergo a PET.
Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination: Final selection will be based on verification of documents and medical fitness.

Exam Pattern (CBT)

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
Mathematics	25	25
General Intelligence & Reasoning	30	30
General Science	25	25
General Awareness & Current Affairs	20	20
Total	100	100

Duration: 90 Minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Requirements

Category	Male Candidates	Female Candidates
Running	100 meters in 4 mins carrying 35kg weight	100 meters in 5 mins carrying 20kg weight
Distance Running	1000 meters in 4 min 15 sec	1000 meters in 5 min 40 sec

Application Process

Process	Details
Application Mode	Online
Application Fee	INR 500 (INR 250 for SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Minorities)
Official Website	www.rrb.gov.in

Official Notification

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for RRB Group D 2025 recruitment?
- The last date to apply online is 22 February 2025.
What is the salary for RRB Group D posts?
- The salary for Level 1 posts is INR 18,000 per month as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Is there an age relaxation for candidates affected by COVID-19?
- Yes, a one-time age relaxation of 3 years has been provided beyond the prescribed limit.
How will the selection process be conducted?
- Selection includes CBT, PET, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Where can I apply for RRB Group D 2025 recruitment?
- Candidates can apply online through the official website: www.rrb.gov.in