Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2025 for recruitment of 22,195 posts in Level 1 of 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix across various units of Indian Railways. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through their chosen RRB website. The last date to submit the online application is 02-03-2026.

RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)

• General Age Limit: 18 to 33 years
• Date of Birth: Between 02-01-1993 and 01-01-2008 (inclusive)

Age Relaxation (Category-wise)

• OBC-Non Creamy Layer (NCL): 3 years relaxation
• SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen: Up to 8-10 years (after deducting service length)
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 13-15 years relaxation
• Female candidates (Widow/Divorced/Separated): 35-40 years
• Course Completed Act Apprentices: Up to 3-8 years relaxation (maximum)
• Candidates who commenced apprenticeship before 25 years: Age limit up to 35-40 years

Educational Qualification

• Different posts require different qualifications (See Annexure-A for specific post requirements)
• Most Level 1 posts require: 10+2 (Intermediate/High School), ITI, or Course Completed Act Apprenticeship
• Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification from recognized Board/Institute/University as on the closing date (02-03-2026)
• Candidates awaiting final results are NOT eligible to apply

Medical Standards

• Medical Standard A-2: Distant Vision 6/9, 6/9 without glasses (Stringent)
• Medical Standard A-3: Distant Vision 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (power up to 2D)
• Medical Standard B-1: Distant Vision 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power up to 4D)
• Medical Standard C-1: Distant Vision 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses
• Important: Candidates with Lasik surgery are not eligible for A-2 & A-3 medical standards

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online only - Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI

Important: Fee refund only for candidates who appear in CBT

Recruitment Process

• Stage 1 - Computer Based Test (CBT): Single stage CBT (Shortlist at 3:1 ratio). Negative marking @ 1/3rd per wrong answer. Marks normalized for multi-shift CBTs.
• Stage 2 - Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Shortlist at 1:1 ratio based on CBT merit and PET qualification
• Stage 3 - Document Verification (DV): Verification of educational qualifications, age, caste/category certificates, medical standards, and other credentials
• Stage 4 - Medical Examination: Candidates must pass prescribed medical fitness tests for their opted posts
• Final Empanelment: Based on merit, medical fitness, post preference, and vacancy availability

How to Apply

• Visit the official website of your chosen RRB (Links available on para 24.0 of detailed CEN)
• Step 1: Create an Account - Fill name, father's name, mother's name, date of birth as per SSC/SSLC/Matriculation certificate
• Step 2: Verify Identity - Use Aadhaar/Digilocker authentication (recommended)
• Step 3: Fill Application Details - Complete all required information
• Step 4: Upload Documents:
• Live photograph (as per specifications)
• Signature in running handwriting
• SSC/SSLC/Matriculation certificate
• Educational qualification certificates
• Caste/Category certificates (if applicable)
• Step 5: Select Railway and Posts - Choose one RRB/Railway Zone and indicate preferences for posts
• Step 6: Pay Application Fee - Online payment only
• Step 7: Submit Application - Complete submission before 02-03-2026 (23:59 Hrs)

Important Instructions

• One RRB Only: Candidates can apply to only ONE RRB/Railway Zone. Multiple applications will lead to rejection and debarment
• One Application Per RRB: Only one application per RRB for all notified posts. Multiple applications = rejection and debarment
• Cannot Modify After Submission: Details in 'Create an Account' form and chosen RRB/Railway Zone CANNOT be modified after account creation
• Modification Fee: Rs. 250/- for modification of other details (05-03-2026 to 14-03-2026)
• Original Documents: All certificates in original must be produced at Document Verification
• Valid Mobile & Email: Candidates must have active mobile number and valid email ID throughout recruitment
• Exam Center: CBT/PET center allocated based on technical/logistical feasibility. No change requests entertained
• Banned Items in Test Center: Mobile phones, calculators, watches, bags, food items, electronic gadgets NOT allowed
• Photo & Signature: Live photograph and running handwriting signature required. Blurred/illegible submissions will be rejected
• Malpractices: Using unfair means = lifetime debarment from all RRB/RRC examinations and Railways
• Right to Appointment: Selection does NOT confer automatic right to appointment. Final offer subject to eligibility and vacancy availability
• Posting: Selected candidates posted as per Railway requirement. No transfer request entertained for 5-10 years of service
• Free Travel: SC & ST candidates eligible for free Sleeper Class railway pass to examination venues
• Nationality: Indian citizens, Nepal/Bhutan subjects, Tibetan refugees (before 01-01-1962), or Persons of Indian Origin from specified East African countries (with certificate of eligibility)

Important Notes

• Vacancies are provisional and may increase/decrease/become NIL based on Railway requirement
• RRBs reserve right to cancel advertised vacancies at discretion
• Any false information or suppressed facts = rejection at any stage/dismissal if already appointed
• Candidates already debarred by RRB/RRC should NOT apply
• Candidates dismissed from service ineligible
• Railway has right to modify/cancel terms & conditions at any stage
• Candidates NOT appearing in CBT will NOT get fee refund
• E-call letters to be downloaded from official RRB websites only (No postal dispatch)

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