Indian Railways has taken out bumper vacancy for 32,438 posts under Group D recruitment 2025. This recruitment is a golden opportunity for those youth who are preparing for a government job. The special thing is that this time only 10th pass candidates can also apply. This recruitment of Railways has been released for various zones and the application process will be completely online.
In this article, we will give you all the important information related to Railway Group D recruitment 2025, such as eligibility criteria, application process, selection process, important dates and application fee. If you are interested in this recruitment, then read this article completely.
Details of Railway Group D Recruitment 2025
A brief description of Railway Group D recruitment 2025 is given in the table below:
Recruitment name | Railway Group D Recruitment 2025 |
Total number of posts | 32,438 |
Ability | 10th pass |
Application start date | 23 January 2025 |
Application last date | 22 February 2025 |
Last date for payment of fee | 24 February 2025 |
Selection process | CBT, PET, Medical Test |
Age limit | 18-36 years |
Application mode | Online |
Important dates
All important dates related to Railway Group D recruitment are given below:
- Date of starting application: 23 January 2025
- Last date for online application: 22 February 2025
- Last date of fee payment: 24 February 2025
- Period of improvement in form: 25 February to 6 March 2025
- Exam Date: According to the schedule
- Date of issuance of admit card: 4-7 days before exam
Eligibility criteria
Educational qualification
- The candidate should pass 10th standard from a recognized board.
- ITI or other technical qualifications are not required.
Age limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 36 years (till 1 January 2025)
- The reserved category will be provided with age relaxation as per government rules.
Details of posts
Details of various posts under Railway Group D recruitment are given below:
designation | Number of posts |
Track maintainer grade iv | 13,187 |
Pointsman | 5,058 |
Auxiliary workshop | 3,077 |
Auxiliary loco shed (electrical) | 950 |
Assistant TL and AC Workshop | 624 |
Other posts | Remaining post |
Application fee
Candidates will have to pay the application fee according to the following categories:
Category | Application fee |
General/OBC/EWS | ₹ 500 |
SC/ST/Women/PH | ₹ 250 |
Note: ₹ 400 (general) and ₹ 250 (other categories) will be refunded on appearing in CBT exam.
Selection process
Selection in Railway Group D recruitment will be in four stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT):
- In the examination, questions will be asked from general knowledge, mathematics and region.
- The exam will be multiple choice.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Male candidates will have to show the ability to lift weight and travel distance.
- There will be separate criteria for women candidates.
- Medical Test:
- Candidates will have to meet the fitness standards set by the Railways.
- Document verification:
- All certificates will be verified.
how to apply?
By following the steps given below, you can easily apply online:
- Go to the official website of the railway.
- Go to “Recruitment” section and click on “Group D Recruitment”.
- Fill your personal information and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- After submitting the form, take a printout of it.
Essential document
Keep the following documents ready while applying:
- Passport Size Photo
- Signature scan copy
- Aadhar card or other identity card
- Educational certificate
- Caste certificate (if applied)
- Age certificate
Pay scale
Selected candidates for Railway Group D posts will get ₹ 18,000 per month starting salary. Apart from this, other allowances will also be given.
Exam pattern and syllabus
CBT exam pattern:
- Total Question: 100
- Time: 90 minutes
- Subject:
- Mathematic
- General knowledge
- Reasoning
- general Science
Syllabus:
- Mathematics: percent, average, ratio etc.
- General Knowledge: Current Affairs, Indian History.
- Reasoning: Puzzles, Directed Test.
- General Science: Basic Topics of Physics and Chemistry.
Disclaimer:
This article is based on Railway Group D recruitment 2025. The information given has been taken from the official notification. Please go to the official website and read the complete information before applying.