The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Group D exam for Level 1 posts, which was planned for dates between November 17 and December 31, 2025 , has been put on hold. This delay is due to a court case. A decision from the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) is expected today, November 4, 2025 . This decision will be important for thousands of students waiting to take the exam.
Many young people in India wish to join the Indian Railways. The RRB Group D exam helps them get jobs in various Level 1 positions. These jobs include track maintainer, assistant pointsman, helper, and other roles. These exams are very important for many students looking for government jobs.
Why the Exam is Delayed
The RRB Group D exam, officially known as CEN 08/2024, was set to happen later this year. However, a court in Delhi, the Delhi High Court, ordered a temporary stop to all exam activities. This happened after a complaint, known as a contempt petition, was filed. A contempt petition is a legal complaint made when someone believes an earlier court order has not been followed.
Because of this complaint, the court case was moved to the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT). The CAT is a special court that deals with matters related to government employees. The CAT has told the Railway Recruitment Boards to stop all work related to the exam until a final decision is made.
Key Updates on the Court Case
The decision from the CAT was first expected on October 30, 2025. But this date was changed. The court is now expected to give its verdict today, November 4, 2025 . Students who have applied for these jobs are eagerly waiting for this decision. It will decide if the RRB Group D exam will happen as first planned or if it will be delayed even more.
Important Details at a Glance
| What are these exams for? | Level 1 posts in Indian Railways |
| Original Expected Exam Dates | November 17 to December 31, 2025 |
| Reason for Delay | Delhi High Court stay order and ongoing CAT court case |
| Next Court Hearing Date | Today, November 4, 2025 (CAT verdict expected) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Where to find official updates? | Respective RRB websites |
What Students Should Do Next
If you are a student waiting for the RRB Group D exam, it is very important to get your information from official sources only. You should regularly check the official websites of the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Do not believe news or rumors that spread on social media or from unofficial places. These might be wrong and can cause confusion.
Once the court case is finished, the Railway Recruitment Board will announce the confirmed exam dates. These new dates will be released only on the official RRB websites. Keep checking these websites for the latest and most accurate information.
