RRB Group D Vacancy 2026 Increased to 22,195: Revised Official Notification Released

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Group D 2026 notification has been updated with a significant increase in vacancies. The total number of posts has now risen to 22,195, offering a golden opportunity for eligible candidates to secure a government job in Indian Railways. Here’s a detailed guide on the revised vacancies, eligibility criteria, pay, and important guidelines.

Also Read: 

• RRB Group D Syllabus
• RRB Group D Salary

RRB Group D 2026 Vacancy (NEW)

The newly released RRB Group D 2026 notification highlights the increase in total vacancies across various posts under Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

Note: Railway zone-wise detailed vacancies and parameters for PwBD, SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, ExSM, and CCAA categories are available in the official notification (Annexure A & B).

RRB Group D Vacancy 2026 Revised Notification PDF 

RRB Group D Vacancy 2026 Old vs New 

• Old detailed notification: Total vacancies mentioned as 21,997 for various Level‑1 posts in the 7th CPC pay matrix.​

• Revised notification: Multiple portals and summaries now quote 22,195 posts, reflecting a net increase of 198 vacancies.

The increase has come through adjustments in the Railway‑wise & post‑wise vacancy table (Annexure‑B), where zone allocations have been slightly revised while the structure of posts remains the same (Track Maintainer‑IV, Assistant in Electrical/Mechanical/S&T, Pointsman, etc.).

Key Highlights of RRB Group D 2026 Vacancies

1. Total Vacancies: 22,195 posts across India.

2. Pay Scale: Initial pay of Rs. 18,000 under Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

3. Age Limit: 18-33 years (as of 01.01.2026), with age relaxation for reserved categories.

4. Medical Standard: Candidates must meet medical fitness requirements as per Annexure A of the official notification.

5. Reservation: Seats are reserved for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, PwBD, ExSM, and CCAA candidates.

Recruitment stages:

• Computer-Based Test (single-stage CBT)

• Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• Document Verification (DV)

• Medical Examination (ME)

What This Vacancy Increase Means for Aspirants

An increase from 21,997 to 22,195 vacancies slightly improves the seat–to–applicant ratio, giving marginally better chances to serious candidates at the shortlisting and final panel stages. However, competition will still be intense because lakhs of applications are expected across zones.

For aspirants, this means:

• More posts are distributed across different Railway zones and categories (UR, OBC‑NCL, SC, ST, EWS, Ex‑SM, PwBD, CCAA).​​

• Slightly higher probability of getting shortlisted for PET and DV if you score well in CBT.​

Where to Check the Revised Notification

To avoid confusion between the old and new PDFs, candidates should:

• Visit any official RRB regional website (e.g., RRB Ajmer, RRB Chennai, RRB Secunderabad) and open the “Centralised Employment Notification CEN 09/2025 Level‑1” link.

• Ensure the PDF filename or header mentions “Final Detailed CEN 09-2025 Level‑1 – updated on 30.01.2026” or similar updated time‑stamp.

Always rely on the latest PDF on RRB websites for final vacancy numbers and zone‑wise breakup, as RRB has clearly reserved the right to revise vacancies “in part or full” as per administrative requirements