Breakdown of Vacancies
The available positions under the Group D recruitment include a variety of roles essential to railway operations. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the vacancies:
| Department | Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic | Pointsman-B | 5,058 |
| Engineering | Assistant (Track Machine) | 799 |
| Engineering | Assistant (Bridge) | 301 |
| Engineering | Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 13,187 |
| Engineering | Assistant P-Way | 247 |
| Mechanical | Assistant (C&W) | 2,587 |
| Mechanical | Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | 420 |
| Mechanical | Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | 3,077 |
| S&T | Assistant (S&T) | 2,012 |
| Electrical | Assistant TRD | 1,381 |
| Electrical | Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 950 |
| Electrical | Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 744 |
| Electrical | Assistant TL & AC | 1,041 |
| Electrical | Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | 624 |
| Total | 32,438 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates interested in applying for the Group D positions must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed Class 10 or possess a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).
- Age Limit: Applicants should be between 18 to 36 years old as of July 1, 2025. Age relaxation will be provided as per RRB regulations.
Application Fee
The application fee structure is as follows:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹500 (with ₹400 refunded upon appearing for the Computer-Based Test)
- SC/ST/EBC/Female/Transgender: ₹250 (fully refunded upon appearing for the Computer-Based Test)
Exam Pattern and Selection Process
The selection process will consist of a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and document verification. The CBT will cover various subjects:
- General Science: 25 questions
- Mathematics: 25 questions
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30 questions
- General Awareness: 20 questions
Marks will be awarded (+1 for correct answers), with a penalty of 13 mark for incorrect answers.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: December 28, 2024
- Application Start Date: January 23, 2025
- Last Date to Apply and Fee Payment: February 22, 2025
- Admit Card Release: To be announced before the exam
- Exam Date and Results: To be announced
How to Apply
Candidates can submit their applications online through the official RRB website from January 23 to February 22, 2025. It is essential to upload a recent photograph, scanned signature, and relevant documents such as educational certificates and identification proof.
