The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially deferred the application dates for the RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 (CEN 09/2025), which aims to fill approximately 22,000 Level-1 posts in Indian Railways. This recruitment drive targets various entry-level positions such as Track Maintainer, Pointsman, Assistant Pointsman, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, Assistant TL & AC, and other similar roles across different railway zones.
The decision to postpone comes as part of a revised schedule announced recently. The detailed notification, originally expected earlier, is now slated for release on January 30, 2026, with the online application process commencing on January 31, 2026, and closing on March 2, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM). This represents a shift from the previously anticipated dates of applications starting January 21, 2026, and ending February 20, 2026.
Candidates are advised to apply through the official portal at rrbapply.gov.in or their respective regional RRB websites once the link activates. The recruitment is open to candidates who have passed Class 10 or hold an ITI/NAC qualification, subject to meeting other eligibility criteria including age limits, medical standards, and physical efficiency requirements.
This deferment provides additional time for aspiring candidates to prepare their documents, review eligibility details, and stay updated via official sources. The selection process will include a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, candidates should regularly check the official RRB websites or the centralized portal. This opportunity remains one of the largest recruitment drives for Level-1 posts in Indian Railways, attracting lakhs of applicants nationwide.