RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Notification No. | CEN 09/2025 |
| Post Name | Level-1 (Group D – Various Posts) |
| Pay Scale | ₹18,000/- (7th CPC) |
| Total Vacancies | 22,000 (Approx.) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date of Application | 21 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 February 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 January 2026 |
Educational Qualification
- Educational qualification and medical standards will be as per the detailed CEN 09/2025 notification
- Candidates are advised to wait for the detailed notification for post-wise eligibility
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Government rules.
RRB Level-1 Salary (Pay Matrix)
- Initial Pay: ₹18,000/-
- Pay Level: Level-1 (7th CPC)
- Additional benefits include:
- DA
- HRA
- TA
- Medical & Pension benefits
Aadhaar Verification – Important Instructions
Candidates must verify Aadhaar details during online application to avoid rejection.
✔ Name & DOB in Aadhaar must match 10th certificate
✔ Aadhaar should be updated with:
- Latest photograph
- Fingerprint & Iris biometrics
Non-Aadhaar verified applications may face delays or rejection.
How to Apply for RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2026
- Visit official website 👉 https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
- Click on CEN 09/2025 – Level 1 Recruitment
- Complete registration using valid Aadhaar details
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Submit application & take printout
RRB Zone-Wise Official Websites
| RRB | Website |
|---|---|
| RRB Ahmedabad | rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| RRB Ajmer | rrbajmer.gov.in |
| RRB Bangalore | rrbbnc.gov.in |
| RRB Bhopal | rrbhopal.gov.in |
| RRB Bhubaneswar | rrbbbs.gov.in |
| RRB Bilaspur | rrbilaspur.gov.in |
| RRB Chandigarh | rrbcdg.gov.in |
| RRB Chennai | rrbchennai.gov.in |
| RRB Gorakhpur | rrbgkp.gov.in |
| RRB Guwahati | rrbguhawati.gov.in |
| RRB Kolkata | rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| RRB Mumbai | rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| RRB Patna | rrbpatna.gov.in |
| RRB Prayagraj | rrbpryj.gov.in |
| RRB Ranchi | rrbranchi.gov.in |
| RRB Secunderabad | rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
FAQs – RRB Level 1 Recruitment 2026
Yes, indicative notification (CEN 09/2025) has been released.
Approximately 22,000 vacancies.
Initial pay is ₹18,000/- under 7th CPC.
From 21 January 2026.
20 February 2026 (23:59 hrs).
Important Note for Candidates
This is an indicative notice only. Final eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, fees, and selection process will be available in the detailed CEN 09/2025 notification, which will be published on official RRB websites.
Beware of touts, brokers, and fake job promises.
