Today, March 2, 2026, is the final day to register for the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Group D Recruitment 2026, offering 22,195 posts. Candidates must complete their applications on regional RRB websites, with a fee payment deadline of March 4 and a modification window from March 5-14, 2026. This is a crucial opportunity for job seekers to secure railway positions.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is closing its registration window today, March 2, 2026, for the recruitment of 22,195 Group D posts. Aspiring candidates who have not yet submitted their applications are urged to register promptly through the official websites of their respective regional RRBs to avoid missing this significant opportunity for railway employment.
While the online application portal closes today, candidates have until March 4, 2026, to complete the payment of their application fees. Furthermore, a dedicated modification window will be active from March 5 to March 14, 2026, allowing applicants to correct any errors in their submitted forms.
How to Apply for RRB Group D 2026
To successfully apply for the RRB Group D 2026 recruitment, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Visit the official website of your regional Railway Recruitment Board.
- Step 2: Locate and click on the “RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 Application” link.
- Step 3: Complete the initial registration process and then log in to your newly created account.
- Step 4: Fill out the application form with all required details accurately.
- Step 5: Pay the specified application fee through the available online payment options.
- Step 6: Submit the completed form and download the confirmation page for your records. It is advisable to retain a hard copy for future reference.
RRB Group D Application Fee Structure
The application fees vary by candidate category, with provisions for refunds upon appearing in the Computer-Based Test (CBT):
- General Category Candidates: The application fee is Rs 500. A sum of Rs 400 (after applicable bank charges) will be refunded to candidates who appear for the CBT.
- SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Female, Transgender, Minorities, and Economically Backward Class (EBC) Candidates: The application fee is Rs 250. This entire amount will be refunded (after applicable bank charges) to candidates who appear for the CBT.
It is important to note that only candidates who actively participate in the Computer-Based Test will be eligible for the fee refund. Payments can be conveniently made using internet banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI.
Understanding the RRB Group D Selection Process
The primary selection method for RRB Group D 2026 will involve a single-stage Computer-Based Test (CBT). Key details of the examination are as follows:
- Duration: The CBT will be 90 minutes long.
- Questions: It will comprise 100 multiple-choice questions.
- Marking: Each question carries one mark.
- Negative Marking: A penalty of one-third of a mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
The railway administration maintains the right to introduce a second-stage CBT if deemed necessary based on the number of applicants or other factors. In such a scenario, the initial CBT would serve as a qualifying test to shortlist candidates for the subsequent examination round.
As today marks the final day for RRB Group D registration, candidates are strongly advised to complete their applications immediately to prevent any last-minute technical glitches. For comprehensive details and official announcements, always refer to the official websites of the regional Railway Recruitment Boards.
