The Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification has been officially released by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for the recruitment of Group D (Level-1) posts across Indian Railways. This recruitment drive aims to fill 22000 tentative vacancies under Central Employment Notice (CEN) 09/2025.
The short notice for Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification was published on 23 December 2025 in the Employment Newspaper (27 December 2025 to 2 January 2026). The online application process will start from 21 January 2026 and will continue till 20 February 2026 through the official RRB Apply portal rrbapply.gov.in.
This is a golden opportunity for 10th pass and ITI pass candidates to secure a permanent government job in Indian Railways.
Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification: Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement Number | CEN 09/2025 |
| Post Name | Group D (Level-1) |
| Total Vacancies | 22000 (Tentative) |
| Pay Scale | ₹23,500/- per month (approx.) |
| Short Notice Date | 23 December 2025 |
| Job Category | Railway Group D Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Release Date | 23 December 2025 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 21 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 February 2026 |
| RRB Group D Exam Date | To be notified |
Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification: Age Limit
Age as on 01 January 2026
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates as per Railway Recruitment rules.
Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification: Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Group D (Level-1) | 22000 |
Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification: Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Group D (Level-1) | 10th Pass or ITI Pass from a recognized board/institute |
Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification: Selection Process
The selection process for Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification includes the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standards Test (PST)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final selection will be based on merit and performance in all stages.
Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification: Salary Details
Candidates selected for Group D (Level-1) posts will receive:
- Basic Pay: ₹18,000/-
- Gross Salary: Approx. ₹23,500/- per month
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Transport Allowance
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) / Railway Quarters
- Medical and other Railway benefits
Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification: How to Apply
- Visit the official RRB Apply portal at rrbapply.gov.in
- Click on RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Apply Online link
- Complete new registration
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Candidates must read the detailed notification before applying.
Railway RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification: Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Short Notice | Click Here |
| RRB Group D CEN 09/2025 Notification PDF | Available Soon |
| RRB Group D Apply Online | rrbapply.gov.in |
| RRB Regional Websites | Click Here |
Q1. How many vacancies are released under RRB Group D CEN 09/2025?
A total of 22000 tentative posts.
Q2. When will the online application start?
From 21 January 2026.
Q3. What is the required qualification?
Candidates must be 10th Pass or ITI Pass.
