The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Group D (Level 1) Recruitment 2025 under CEN 08/2024, offering 32,438 vacancies across various posts such as Assistant Pointsman, Track Maintainer (Grade-IV), Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, and more .
Key Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Agency | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Notification No. | CEN 08/2024 |
| Total Vacancies | 32,438 |
| Apply Online Period | 23 Jan – 22 Feb 2025 (correction till 6 Mar) |
| Application Fee Deadline | Fees payment until 24 Feb; corrections to 6 Mar |
| Expected CBT Exam Dates | August–September 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria – Important Highlights
- Minimum Education: Class 10 (Matric) pass OR ITI certificate (any trade) OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT .
- Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2025): 18 to 36 years, with a one-time 3-year relaxation due to COVID-19 .
- Category-Wise Relaxation:
- OBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwBD and other specified categories: further relaxation as per norms .
Application Timeline & Process
- Apply Online: Visit rrbapply.gov.in between 23 January and 22 February 2025 .
- Pay Application Fee: Deadline extended to 24 February 2025.
- Correction Window: Available from 25 February to 6 March 2025 .
Next Steps After Application
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination / Empanelment .
Why This Recruitment Matters
Over 1.08 crore candidates applied for these 32,438 posts, making it one of the most competitive RRB cycles in recent times .
Final Summary
- Vacancies: 32,438 Level-1 posts
- Apply Dates: 23 Jan – 22 Feb 2025 (Correction to 6 Mar)
- Eligibility: 10th/ITI/NAC; aged 18–36 years
- Selection: CBT → PET → DV → Medical