Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have announced the Group D Posts Recruitment 2025 under Advt. No. CEN 08/2024. This Group D Post Preference recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for a permanent government job with a competitive monthly pay of ₹18,000/-. Below is a detailed overview of the notification, eligibility criteria, selection process, and other vital information. Group D Post Preference
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Key Highlights Group D Post Preference
Feature
Details
Form Mode
Online Form
Job Location
All India
Monthly Pay
₹18,000/-
Job Basis
Permanent
Important Dates
Event
Date
Short Notice Out
23/12/2024
Full Notification Out
21/01/2025
Form Starting Date
23/01/2025
Last Date
01/03/2025 (11:59 PM)
Fees Last Date
03/03/2025
Correction Window
04/03/2025 to 14/03/2025
Exam Date
To be announced
Admit Card
To be announced
Application Fees
Category
Fee
Refund Amount (Post Exam)
General / OBC / EWS
₹500/-
₹400/-
SC / ST / EBC / ESM
₹250/-
₹250/-
Female Candidates
₹250/-
₹250/-
Minorities / 3rd Gender
₹250/-
₹250/-
Correction Charges
₹250/-
N/A
Payment Mode: Online
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Age Limit
18-36 Years
Age Calculation
As of 01/01/2025
Born Between
02/01/1989 to 01/01/2007
Age Relaxation
As per government rules
Selection Process
CBT Written Examination
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Vacancy Details Group D Post Preference
Post Name
Total Vacancies
Qualification
Various Group D Posts
32,438
10th Pass or ITI Certified
Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution
Post Name
Total Vacancies
Post Name
Total Vacancies
Pointsman-B
5,058
Assistant (S&T)
2,012
Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical)
950
Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel)
420
Assistant (Bridge)
301
Assistant (Track Machine)
799
Assistant TL & AC (Workshop)
624
Assistant Operations (Electrical)
744
Assistant P-Way
247
Assistant TL & AC
1,041
Assistant (C&W)
2,587
Track Maintainer Gr. IV
13,187
Assistant TRD
1,381
Asst. (Workshop) (Mech)
3,077
Zone-Wise Vacancy Distribution
Zone Name
UR
EWS
OBC
SC
ST
Total
Jaipur (NWR)
797
151
217
191
77
1,433
Prayagraj (NCR)
988
189
413
229
190
2,020
Hubli (SWR)
207
50
133
75
37
503
Jabalpur (WCR)
769
158
383
215
89
1,614
Delhi (NR)
2,008
465
1,275
691
346
4,785
Mumbai (WR)
1,892
467
1,261
701
351
4,672
Exam Pattern
Subject
Questions
Marks
Duration
General Science
25
25
90 Minutes
Mathematics
25
25
General Intelligence
30
30
General Awareness
20
20
Total
100
100
90 Minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3rd for each wrong answer. Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Conclusion The Group D Post Preference under RRB Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for individuals seeking permanent employment in the Indian Railways. With over 32,000 vacancies across diverse zones, aspirants are encouraged to apply early, prepare rigorously, and excel in all stages of the selection process. Guide on Group D Post Preference: RRB
