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RRB Group D (Level 1 Posts)

RRB Group D full form: Railway Level-1 (Group D) posts.

RRB Group D is the highest-volume government exam in India — crores apply for permanent Indian Railways Level-1 jobs, open to 10th-pass candidates. Below, in plain language: who should apply, the salary, the dates, the full process and how to apply.

10th passAge 18–36Pay Level 1

What is the full form of RRB Group D?

RRB Group D stands for Railway Level-1 (Group D) posts — the highest-volume railway exam, open to 10th-pass candidates for track, maintenance and helper posts. It is also searched as “RRB Group D full form”, “RRB Group D meaning” and “RRB Group D means”. See all government exam full forms →

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What you need

🎓 Class 10 certificate or ITI certificate
🎂 Date-of-birth proof
🪪 Aadhaar or valid photo ID
📷 Passport photo & scanned signature
📄 Caste / EWS / PwD certificate (if applicable)

Who should apply?

Apply if you have passed Class 10 (or hold an ITI), are aged 18–36, physically fit, and want a permanent Indian Railways job with strong security, allowances, free travel passes and pension. It needs a single written test plus a physical (running/lifting) test — the lowest entry barrier for a railway job.

Step-by-step: how it works

1

Notification is released

The official notification is published on rrbapply.gov.in listing vacancies, eligibility and key dates.

2

Fill the online application

Register on the official portal, submit the form within the application window and pay the fee.

3

Single Computer Based Test (CBT)

A computer-based / written test taken at an official exam centre.

4

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Physical Efficiency & Measurement Test (running, height, etc.).

5

Document Verification & Medical

A medical fitness examination.

6

Result & final selection

The merit list is published — your rank decides the post you are allotted, followed by joining.

Salary in hand

Starting in-hand pay is roughly ₹22,000–₹27,000 per month (Pay Level 1 basic ₹18,000 + DA + HRA + railway allowances), plus travel passes and medical benefits, rising with service.

Important dates & current status

RRB releases Group D (Level 1) notifications periodically through the Railway Recruitment Cells/Boards, with the CBT several months after the notification. Confirm the current cycle on the official RRB portal (rrbapply.gov.in).

Key posts

Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Helper / Assistant (various departments), Pointsman, Porter / Assistant Pointsman

हिंदी में — मुख्य बातें (Key points in Hindi)

RRB ग्रुप D भारतीय रेलवे की सबसे बड़ी परीक्षा है — इसमें करोड़ों उम्मीदवार आवेदन करते हैं। इससे ट्रैक मेंटेनर, हेल्पर, पॉइंट्समैन जैसे लेवल-1 पद मिलते हैं। योग्यता: 10वीं पास या ITI, उम्र 18–36 साल, शारीरिक रूप से फिट। चयन: एक कंप्यूटर परीक्षा (CBT) → शारीरिक परीक्षा (PET) → दस्तावेज़ व मेडिकल। शुरुआती सैलरी लगभग ₹22,000–₹27,000 प्रति माह (भत्ते व रेलवे पास सहित)। आवेदन आधिकारिक RRB पोर्टल पर करें।

Practice Questions

Free, original practice questions based on the RRB Group D past-year pattern — with answers & explanations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the full form of RRB Group D?

RRB Group D stands for Railway Level-1 (Group D) posts. It is the highest-volume railway exam, open to 10th-pass candidates for track, maintenance and helper posts.

What is the qualification for RRB Group D?

Class 10 (Matriculation) pass OR an ITI certificate / National Apprenticeship Certificate. It is open to 10th-pass candidates, which is why so many apply.

What is the physical test in RRB Group D?

After the written CBT there is a Physical Efficiency Test — lifting/carrying a weight and running within a set time (standards vary by gender). It is qualifying.

What is the salary of RRB Group D?

Around ₹22,000–₹27,000 in hand per month to start (Pay Level 1 + DA + HRA + railway allowances), plus travel passes and medical benefits.

What is the age limit for RRB Group D?

18 to 36 years, with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD and ex-servicemen as per rules.

How do I apply for RRB Group D?

Online through the official RRB application portal when a notification is active. Use the Apply / Notification button on this page.

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