The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the much-awaited RRB Group D Vacancy 2025 notification for 32,438 Level 1 posts. This is a golden opportunity for job seekers looking to secure a government job in the Indian Railways. Interested candidates can find all the necessary details regarding eligibility, selection process, application procedure, and important dates below.
RRB Group D Vacancy 2025 – Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board |
| Post Name | Group D / Level 1 |
| Number of Vacancies | 32,438 |
| Pay Scale | ₹18,000/- per month (7th CPC Pay Level-1) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Group D Vacancy Eligibility Criteria
Aspiring candidates can now here the eligibility criteria for the 32,438 RRB Group D vacancies.
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) or Hold an equivalent qualification from a recognized board. ITI or diploma holders in relevant trades may also qualify for specific posts. |
| Age Limit (as of 01.01.2025) | 18 to 36 years (Age Relaxation: OBC – 3 years, SC/ST – 5 years) |
Selection Process for RRB Group D Vacancy 2025
The selection process consists of multiple stages, including:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
The online CBT exam consists of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs), and candidates must complete the test within 90 minutes. There will be a negative marking of 0.33 marks for each wrong answer.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates who clear the CBT will be required to pass the PET. The criteria for male and female candidates are as follows:
| Gender | Weight Lifting | Running |
|---|---|---|
| Male | Lift and carry 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes | Run 1000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds |
| Female | Lift and carry 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes | Run 1000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds |
How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment 2025?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB portal. Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official RRB website at indianrailways.gov.in
- Click on the Online Application link.
- Register yourself using a valid email ID and phone number.
- Fill in the application form with the required details.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the application form and download the acknowledgment receipt for future reference.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/PWDs/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward Class: ₹250/- (Refundable after appearing in CBT)
- General/OBC Candidates: ₹500/-
Important Dates for RRB Group D Vacancy 2025
- Online Application Start Date: 23rd January 2025, 00:00 Hrs
- Online Application Deadline: 22nd February 2025, up to 23:59 Hrs
- Application Correction Window (with Fee Payment): 25th February to 6th March 2025
Important Web-Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Latest Job News | Click Here |
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