Indian Railways (RRB) Jobs: 22,000 Group D Vacancies For 10th, ITI Pass Candidates

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced a massive recruitment drive for 2026, opening the doors to a stable and prestigious career in Indian Railways for thousands of candidates. With a tentative total of 22,000 vacancies for Group D posts, this notification (Advertisement Number: CEN 09/2025) represents one of the most significant public sector employment opportunities of the year. The online application portal will be active for one month, from January 20, 2026, to February 20, 2026.

This recruitment drive is particularly accessible, targeting candidates with essential educational qualifications. Aspirants who have passed the 10th standard (Matriculation) or hold an ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certificate are eligible to apply. The age criteria, calculated as of January 1, 2026, require candidates to be between 18 and 33 years. The Railways also provides age relaxation for candidates from reserved categories as per the Government of India's rules, ensuring an inclusive opportunity for all sections of society.

The 22,000 vacancies are distributed across a variety of crucial operational and maintenance roles essential for the smooth functioning of the world's largest railway network. The post-wise tentative vacancy breakdown includes: Track Maintainer (Group IV) (11,000), Pointsman B (5,000), Assistant (S & T) (1,500), Assistant (TRD) (800), Assistant (C & W) (1,000), Assistant (Track Machine) (600), Assistant (Bridge) (600), Assistant Operations (Electrical) (500), Assistant (P-way) (300), Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) (200), and Assistant (TL & AC) (50). These positions form the backbone of railway infrastructure, from track safety and signalling to coach maintenance and electrical operations.

Selected candidates will be appointed with a promising salary structure of Rs. 18,000 per month, along with other allowances and benefits as admissible to Railway employees. The selection process for these coveted positions will involve a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and document verification. The exact exam pattern and syllabus will be detailed in the official notification.

Key Information

Online Application Start: 20 January 2026

Online Application End: 20 February 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: Class 10th Pass OR ITI Certificate from a recognized institution.

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026):

Minimum: 18 Years

Maximum: 33 Years

Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per Government rules.

Salary & Selection

Pay Scale: Rs. 18,000/- per month (plus other allowances as per rules).

Selection Process: Likely to involve:

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Document Verification

How to Apply

Mode of Application: Online Only

Official Website: rrbchennai.gov.in (Primary) / indianrailways.gov.in

Application Fee: Details will be available in the official notification.

Track Maintainer (Group IV): 11,000

Pointsman B: 5,000

Assistant (S&T): 1,500

Assistant (C&W): 1,000

Assistant (TRD): 800

Assistant (Track Machine) / (Bridge): 600 each

Other roles account for the remaining vacancies.

Interested and eligible candidates must apply exclusively online through the official RRB portals. Applications sent via post or any other mode will not be accepted. The primary application website is rrbchennai.gov.in, and candidates can also refer to indianrailways.gov.in for official updates and circulars. The application process will commence on January 20, 2026, as per the schedule released following the initial short notification on December 23, 2025.

This recruitment presents a golden opportunity for candidates with basic qualifications to secure a government job with the Indian Railways, an employer known for its job security and growth prospects. With a straightforward application window and a vast number of vacancies, aspirants are advised to carefully read the official notification, prepare the necessary documents-including educational certificates, photo identification, and a scanned photograph-and apply well before the deadline of February 20, 2026, to avoid last-minute technical glitches.