The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2024 for the recruitment of 32,438 vacancies in Level 1 posts under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Level 1 Posts (Group D) |
| Total Vacancies | 32,438 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification & Medical Exam |
| Salary | ₹18,000 per month + allowances (Level-1 of 7th CPC) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice | 28th December 2024 |
| Online Application Start Date | 23rd January 2025 (00:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 22nd February 2025 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 24th February 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 25th February to 6th March 2025 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | To be announced |
Zone-wise Breakdown
| Railway Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Western Railway (Mumbai) | 4,672 |
| North Western Railway (Jaipur) | 1,433 |
| South Western Railway (Hubli) | 503 |
| West Central Railway (Jabalpur) | 1,614 |
| East Coast Railway (Bhubaneswar) | 964 |
| South East Central Railway (Bilaspur) | 1,337 |
| Northern Railway (New Delhi) | 4,785 |
| Southern Railway (Chennai) | 2,694 |
| North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur) | 1,370 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway (Guwahati) | 2,048 |
| Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 1,817 |
| Central Railway (Mumbai) | 3,244 |
| East Central Railway (Hajipur) | 1,251 |
| North Central Railway (Prayagraj) | 2,020 |
| South Eastern Railway (Kolkata) | 1,044 |
| South Central Railway (Secunderabad) | 1,642 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Education Qualification | 10th Pass / ITI / National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) |
| Age Limit | 18 – 36 years (as of 1st January 2025) |
| Medical Fitness | Candidates must meet the prescribed medical standards |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years (UR), 13 Years (OBC), 15 Years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years (after deducting service period) |
One-time age relaxation of 3 years has been granted for candidates who exceeded the upper age limit due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes:
1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Pattern:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | 90 mins |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| General Science | 25 | 25 | |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 mins |
Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
For Male Candidates:
- Lift 35 kg and carry for 100 meters in 2 minutes
- Run 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds
For Female Candidates:
- Lift 20 kg and carry for 100 meters in 2 minutes
- Run 1000 meters in 5 minutes 40 seconds
3. Document Verification & Medical Examination
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification and medical fitness tests.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Refundable Amount |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500/- | ₹400/- (after CBT) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/EWS/Female | ₹250/- | ₹250/- (after CBT) |
Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
How to Apply ?
Steps to Apply Online:
- Visit the official website
- Click on “RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 Apply Online” link.
- Register & Create an Account using mobile number and email ID.
- Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload Documents – scanned photo, signature, and certificates.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation receipt.
Important Links
| Important Links | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Official Recruitment Portal (Available from 23rd Jan 2025) |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| For Queries (Email) | rrb.help@csc.gov.in |