Indian Railways has announced the exam dates for the RRB Group D recruitment . Students who applied for the CEN 08/2024 posts can take their exams from November 27, 2025 , to January 16, 2026 . This recruitment drive aims to fill 32,438 Level 1 Group D staff positions across Indian Railways. More than 10 million candidates have applied for these jobs. The exams will be held on computers in over 200 cities across India.
Key Dates for RRB Group D Exam 2025
Candidates who registered for the RRB Group D exam should note these important dates. These dates will help them prepare for the upcoming test.
First, candidates will get a City Intimation Slip . This slip tells them which city their exam will be held in. After this, they can download their Admit Card , which is also called a hall ticket. The admit card is needed to enter the exam hall.
| Event | Date |
| City Intimation Slip Release | November 19, 2025 |
| Admit Card Download Starts | November 23, 2025 |
| RRB Group D Exam Start Date | November 27, 2025 |
| RRB Group D Exam Last Date | January 16, 2026 |
About the Exam Format
The RRB Group D exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) . This means candidates will answer all questions using a computer. The total time given for the exam is 90 minutes .
The exam will have 100 multiple-choice questions . These questions are divided into four main sections: Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science . Candidates must choose one correct answer from the options provided for each question.
Important Rules for Exam Day
Candidates must follow certain rules on the exam day. Only registered candidates who paid the application fee on time can take the exam.
The Admit Card will be available for download from November 23, 2025 . It is mandatory for every test taker to carry this admit card to the exam center. The admit card is needed for verification. Without it, candidates may not be allowed to take the test.
The exam will likely be conducted in three different shifts . Candidates must check their admit card to know their exact shift time and report accordingly.
Recruitment Goal
This recruitment drive aims to fill a large number of positions in the Indian Railways. A total of 32,438 Level 1 Group D staff will be hired. These staff members will work in various departments across the railway network. Over 10 million candidates have applied for these vacancies, making it a competitive selection process. The exams will be held in over 200 cities across India to manage this large number of applicants.
