RRB Group D Recruitment: 32,438 Vacancies Announced; Check Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Application Process

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced a significant recruitment drive for Group D positions under CEN No 08/2024, aiming to fill 32,438 vacancies across various railway departments. Online applications are open until February 22, according to a Jagran Josh report.

RRB Group D Recruitment

This recruitment drive focuses on Level 1 posts, encompassing roles such as Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Helper/Assistant in Technical Departments (Electrical, Mechanical, and S&T), Assistant Pointsman, and other similar positions. The selection process involves a Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification (DV), Medical Examination (ME), and subsequent empanelment.

RRB Group D Recruitment: Application Process

Applications must be submitted online through the official RRB website (rrbapply.gov.in). Candidates should carefully review all instructions before applying.

RRB Group D Recruitment: Key Dates

• Notification Date: January 22
• Online Application: January 23 to February 22
• Application Fee Payment (after closing): February 23 TO 24
• Application Correction Window: February 25 to March 6

RRB Group D Recruitment: Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit: 18-36 years.
Educational Qualification: Specific qualifications vary by post, detailed in the official notification. Engineering Diplomas/Degrees are generally not equivalent to Course Completed Act Apprentices/ITI qualifications for Level 1 roles, unless explicitly stated. Awaiting final results is not a valid reason to apply.

RRB Group D Recruitment: Selection Process Breakdown

• Computer Based Test (CBT): Online examination assessing knowledge in General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness and Current Affairs. Negative marking applies.
• Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Assesses physical fitness of CBT-qualified candidates.
• Document Verification (DV): Verification of original documents.
• Medical Examination (ME): Assessment of medical fitness.

RRB Group D Recruitment: CBT Exam Pattern

The CBT comprises 100 questions covering the following subjects:

• General Science
• Mathematics
• General Intelligence and Reasoning
• General Awareness and Current Affairs

There is a negative marking of 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer.

RRB Group D Recruitment: Application Fee Details

Reduced fee for PwBD/Female/Transgender/Ex-Servicemen/SC/ST/Minority Communities/EBC candidates (refundable after appearing in CBT, minus bank charges).
Different fee for other candidates (partially refundable after appearing in CBT, minus bank charges).

RRB Group D Recruitment: Salary Information

Starting basic pay is Rs 18,000 (Level 1 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix), plus allowances (DA, HRA, TA, etc.) and perks (railway travel, medical benefits).

RRB Group D Recruitment: Helpline Contact

For application-related queries:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0172-565-3333 / 9592001188 (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on working days).

Important Note: Candidates are advised to consult the official RRB notification for complete and accurate information.