The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially released the Railway RRB Exam Calendar 2026, giving a complete overview of upcoming railway recruitments for the year 2026. This exam calendar covers major notifications for RRB Group D, ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot), Technician, NTPC, JE, Paramedical, Ministerial & Isolated Categories, and Level 1 posts.
Candidates who are preparing for Railway RRB Bharti 2026 should carefully go through the exam calendar to understand notification timelines, eligibility conditions, application process, selection stages, and other important details. All applications will be accepted through the official portal rrbapply.gov.in.
Railway RRB Exam Calendar 2026 – Overview
Particulars
Details
Conducting Authority
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
Exam Name
Railway RRB Various Exams 2026
Notification Status
Released
Application Mode
Online
Job Location
All India
Official Website
rrbapply.gov.in
Selection Mode
CBT / PET / Skill Test / DV / Medical
Railway RRB Exam Calendar 2026 – Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
12 December 2025
Application Start Date
As per Schedule
Last Date to Apply Online
As per Schedule
Fee Payment Last Date
As per Schedule
Application Correction Date
As per Schedule
Admit Card Release
Before Exam
Exam Date
As per Schedule
Result Declaration
Notify Later
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Candidates are advised to verify all dates from the official RRB website before applying.
Railway RRB Group D Vacancy 2026 Zone Wise Details
Post Name: Group D (Level 1) Total Vacancies: 22,000 Exam Conducting Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Assistant Operations (Electrical) – Total: 500
Zone
Vacancies
CR
53
ECOR
8
ECR
28
ER
51
METRO
25
NCR
31
NER
37
NFR
50
NR
87
NWR
15
SCR
10
SECR
5
SER
8
SR
0
SWR
0
WCR
8
WR
84
Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) – Total: 200
Zone
Vacancies
CR
41
ECOR
5
ECR
0
ER
18
NCR
7
NER
18
NR
60
SECR
5
SR
13
WCR
21
WR
12
Assistant TL & AC – Total: 500
Zone
Vacancies
CR
95
ECOR
7
ER
26
NER
22
NFR
43
NR
126
NWR
26
SCR
20
SECR
17
SER
18
SR
37
WCR
5
WR
58
Assistant TRD – Total: 800
Zone
Vacancies
CR
150
ECOR
42
ECR
12
ER
30
NCR
50
NER
41
NFR
50
NR
97
NWR
21
SCR
35
SECR
57
SER
7
SR
43
WCR
69
WR
96
Track Maintainer Grade IV – Total: 11,000
Zone
Vacancies
CR
681
ECOR
400
ECR
500
ER
393
NCR
600
NER
628
NFR
884
NR
1764
NWR
600
SCR
653
SECR
629
SER
533
SR
556
SWR
58
WCR
522
WR
1599
Pointsman-B – Total: 5,000
Zone
Vacancies
CR
543
ECOR
163
ECR
225
ER
208
NCR
300
NER
300
NFR
500
NR
524
NWR
200
SCR
128
SECR
338
SER
266
SR
241
SWR
10
WCR
303
WR
751
Railway RRB 2026 Application Fee
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The application fee for Railway RRB Exams 2026 will vary depending on the post and category.
Category
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS
Post-wise
SC / ST
Post-wise
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The examination fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or Offline E-Challan, as applicable.
Railway RRB 2026 Age Limit
Criteria
Age
Minimum Age
Post-wise
Maximum Age
Post-wise
Age relaxation will be applicable for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and other reserved categories as per Government of India rules. For complete age details, candidates must refer to the respective RRB notification.
Railway RRB Group D Notification 2026 – Latest Update
The RRB Group D Notification 2026 has been officially released on 23 December 2025. A total of 22,000 Level 1 vacancies have been announced for posts such as Pointsman, Assistant, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, and Assistant TL & AC.
Railway RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Particulars
Details
Exam Name
RRB Group D Recruitment 2026
CEN Number
CEN 09/2025
Total Vacancies
22,000
Post Level
Level 1 (7th CPC)
Application Start Date
21 January 2026
Last Date to Apply
20 February 2026
Mode of Exam
Online (CBT)
Conducting Body
Railway Recruitment Board
Railway RRB Group D 2026 – Selection Process
Stage
Details
CBT
General Science, Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness
PET
Physical standards qualifying test
DV
Document Verification
Medical
Medical fitness test
Final Merit
Based on CBT performance
Railway RRB Exam Calendar 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the notification date of the Railway RRB Exam Calendar 2026? The notification was released on 12 December 2025.
Q2. What is the official website for Railway RRB 2026? The official website is rrbapply.gov.in.
Q3. When will Railway RRB exams be conducted in 2026? Exams will be conducted as per the schedule mentioned in the exam calendar and individual notifications.
Conclusion
The Railway RRB Exam Calendar 2026 is a crucial document for aspirants planning to appear for railway exams like Group D, ALP, NTPC, JE, and Technician posts. With early clarity on notification timelines and recruitment phases, candidates can plan their preparation strategically and stay ahead in the competition. Regularly visiting the official RRB website will ensure that you never miss any important updates related to Railway Recruitment 2026.
