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Railway Group-D Written Exam 2026 – Complete Details
Conducted by Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Recruitment under Indian Railways
The Railway Group-D Examination is a national-level recruitment exam conducted by RRBs to recruit candidates for Level-1 posts across Indian Railways. These are entry-level posts offering job security, regular pay, allowances, and nationwide postings.
Common Group-D Posts
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Track Maintainer Grade-IV
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Helper / Assistant (Electrical, Mechanical, S&T)
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Assistant Points man
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Hospital Assistant
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Other Level-1 posts as notified
Course Description (Exam Overview)
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB Group-D Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Pay Level | Level-1 (7th CPC) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Mode of Exam | Online (CBT) |
| Medium | Hindi & English |
| Selection Process | CBT → PET → DV → Medical |
Latest Exam Pattern – RRB Group-D 2026
Computer Based Test (CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|
| 90 Minutes | ⅓ mark for each wrong answer |
✔ Objective-type (MCQs)
✔ Bilingual paper (Hindi & English)
✔ CBT score decides shortlisting for PET
Selection Process (Mandatory Stages)
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Computer Based Test (CBT) – Merit based
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying
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Document Verification (DV)
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Medical Examination
✔ Final selection strictly as per RRB & Government of India rules
Age Criteria for Railway Group-D 2026
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| OBC | 18 Years | 36 Years |
| SC / ST | 18 Years | 38 Years |
✔ Age calculated as per RRB notification cut-off date
✔ Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India norms
Eligibility Criteria for Railway Group-D
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | 10th Pass (Matriculation) OR ITI |
| Board / Institute | Recognized by Government |
✔ Qualification must be completed before application closing date
✔ No minimum percentage required
Nationality
✔ Must be an Indian Citizen
✔ Nepal/Bhutan subjects allowed as per RRB rules (with conditions)
Physical Eligibility Criteria (PET Standards)
Physical fitness is mandatory for Group-D posts.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Male Candidates
| Event | Standard |
|---|---|
| Weight Lifting | Lift & carry 35 kg for 100 m in 2 minutes (1 chance) |
| Running | 1000 m in 4 minutes 15 seconds |
Female Candidates
| Event | Standard |
|---|---|
| Weight Lifting | Lift & carry 20 kg for 100 m in 2 minutes (1 chance) |
| Running | 1000 m in 5 minutes 40 seconds |
✔ PET is qualifying only
✔ Failure in PET leads to disqualification regardless of CBT score
Computer Skills Requirement
✔ No separate computer skill/typing test for Railway Group-D
✔ Basic computer awareness may be indirectly assessed through CBT
✔ No computer certificate is mandatory
Railway Group-D Syllabus 2026 (CBT)
| Subject | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Number system, percentage, ratio, average, time & work, speed-time-distance |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogy, classification, series, coding-decoding, logical reasoning |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry, Biology (10th level) |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | History, Geography, Polity, Economy, current events |
✔ Syllabus based on 10th standard level
✔ Focus on speed & accuracy
Previous Year Questions (PYQs) – Railway Group-D
Practicing Railway Group-D Previous Year Question Papers is crucial to understand RRB’s question pattern.
PYQ Availability
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Papers from 2018, 2019, 2022 recruitment cycles
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Available as:
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PDF question papers
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Topic-wise solved PYQs
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PYQ-based mock tests
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Key PYQ Observations
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Maths questions are basic but time-bound
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Reasoning is easy to moderate
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General Science focuses on conceptual clarity
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GA includes current affairs + static GK
Benefits of Solving PYQs
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Understand actual exam difficulty
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Identify repeated topics
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Improve time management
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Reduce negative marking
Mandatory Government Selection Conditions (Important)
As per RRB & Government of India regulations, candidates must:
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Qualify CBT cutoff
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Clear PET (mandatory)
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Pass Document Verification
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Meet Railway medical standards
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Follow reservation & category norms
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Adhere to exam conduct rules
Failure at any mandatory stage results in disqualification, irrespective of CBT score.
Summary
The Railway Group-D Written Exam 2026 is an excellent opportunity for 10th-pass/ITI candidates seeking a secure central government job. Success depends on:
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Strong basics in Maths, Reasoning & Science
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Regular PYQ practice
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Physical fitness preparation
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Accuracy & time management in CBT
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