Railway Recruitment 2025
The Indian Railways has published a new notification related to the Railway Group D Recruitment 2025 with numerous vacancies distributed among different railway zones in India. This recruitment has been a notable anticipation among government recruitment notifications and offers the position to 10th pass and ITI qualified candidates aspiring to a public sector job. Without a doubt the Group D posts constitute the foundation of the Indian Railways as they are responsible for the unobstructed and safe functioning of train services across the country.
Organization Details
Recruiting Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Post Name: Group D (Multiple) Job Type: Central Government Job Work Location: Across India (All Railway Zones)
Post Names Under RRB Group D
The Group D category includes several posts in different departments such as engineering, traffic, mechanical and eletrical. Some of the major positions include:
Track Maintainer Grade-IV Helper / Assistant in Electrcial, Mechanical and S&T Dept Hospital Assistant Assistant Pointsman Gateman Porter / Hamal Cleaner / Sweeper Keyman
All of these positions are integral to the Indian Railways, maintaining the smooth and secure operation of all the trains.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
The minimum educational qualification of an applicant is 10th Class (Matriculation) or ITI from NCVT or SCVT registered institutes. Aspirants with higher educational qualifications are also eligible.
Age Limit:
Minimum: 18 years
Maximum: 33 years
Government rules for age relaxation apply for:
OBC: 3 years
SC/ST: 5 years
PWD: 10 years
Salary Structure
The salary of Railway Group D employees falls under the 7th Pay Commission recommendations
Pay Scale: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 per month
Besides the basic pay, the employees are entitled to several benefits including:
Medical Facilities
Pension and Gratuity
Free / Discounted Railway Travel Passes
Group D positions are therefore, not only the financially most sought-after, but also offer overwhelming job security and prestige.
Job Roles
The role and function of Railway Group D employees is chat appropriately
Track Maintainers: Inspecting, repairing and maintaining the railway tracks and fixtures.
Helpers/Assistants: Assisting engineers, managers, and other technicians with their daily routines.
Pointsman: Controlling railway signals and trains to allow and stop in a safe way.
Office Attendant: Assisting the clinical and other medical personnel in railway hospitals.
Porter / Gateman: Carrying passenger baggage and overseeing the entrance and exit at the railway station.
All the positions aforementioned are instrumental in ensuring the security of the passengers onboard the trains and the proper functioning of the railway services.
The selection process of Railway Group D Recruitment 2025 is as follows:
Computer Based Test:
General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness
Time allowed: 90 minutes
There is negative marking for this exam: 1/3 mark is deducted for each wrong answer
Physical Efficiency Test:
Boys: Running 1 km in 4 minutes 15 seconds and lifting and carrying 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes.
Girls: Running 1 km in 5 minutes 40 seconds and lifting and carrying 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes.
Document Verification: Candidates must show original certificates.
Medical examination: Candidates must pass the medical standards for railway work.
Application Process
Once a notification has been made, eligible candidates can apply online to the RRB of their region.
How to apply:
Go to the RRB site of the region assigned to you.
Select “Apply for Group D Recruitment 2025.”
Complete the personal and educational information with great attention.
Submit documents as well as a passport-sized photograph and a signature.
Application fees must be paid (General and OBC: ₹500, SC, ST, PWD and Women: ₹250).
Submit the application and, for your own reference, save a copy.
Conclusion
The Railway Group D Recruitment 2025 has limitless prospects for all those people who aspire to have a government job in India considering the number of people who will apply. Every year the recruitment continues to grow in popularity because of the attractive salary, job security, and several other perks provided. Candidates should continue to monitor the head office RRB website for the most current information on the dates of the examination, admit cards, and the announcement of results









