Indian Railways has issued a short notice announcing the recruitment of 22,000 Level-1 Group D posts. Candidates who have completed their high school education
can apply on the RRB's online portal between January 21 and February 20, 2026. They are advised not to wait until the last moment to apply. Eligibility Criteria and Application Process To be considered eligible for given positions, candidates must be aged between 18 and 40 years. They must have passed class 10th, with preference given to individuals with Industrial Training Institute (ITI) qualifications for certain roles. While applying, candidates must ensure that their Aadhar card details match their high school certificate precisely, including their name, date of birth, photograph, and biometric information. Candidates from the General, Other Backward Classes (OBC), and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) categories will have to pay Rs 500, while those belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), or Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories or who are women must pay Rs 250 as an application fee. Salary and Selection Procedure The starting salary for level 1 positions will be anywhere between Rs 18,000 and Rs 35,000 per month, depending upon the post and location allotted. The qualifying criteria involve a Computer-Based Test (CBT), a physical test, and a medical examination. Candidates who successfully clear all stages will be assigned prescribed roles. Important Instructions for Applicants Applications will only be submitted via the RRB online portal, i.e., rrbapply.gov.in. Candidates must exercise extreme caution while filling their personal as well as academic details, as any sort of error may lead to rejection of the application form. Tentative Vacancies and Future Updates The announcement indicates a total of approximately 22,000 vacancies within the Level-1 category of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix. This short notice serves as an initial indication of the available positions, and candidates are encouraged to refer to the official Central Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2025 for detailed terms, conditions, and eligibility criteria once it is officially released. This recruitment is a notable opportunity for individuals seeking a Sarkari naukri with the Indian Railways. Candidates should remain vigilant and ready to apply as soon as the application window opens.
