The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is set to release the new RRB Group D Exam Date 2025 for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) on its official website soon. With the legal dispute now resolved in favor of the Indian Railways, the recruitment process is back on track.
The exam will be conducted for candidates who have either passed Class 10 or hold an ITI certificate. Stay connected to your regional RRB website for the latest official announcements.
Update
The RRB Group D exam, which was earlier postponed, is now awaiting a fresh exam date. More than 32,000 vacancies are to be filled for posts like Track Maintainer, Helper, and Assistant under CEN 08/2024.
The official exam city and admit card release dates will also be announced shortly. As per RRB’s standard procedure, city details will be shared 10 days before the exam, and admit cards will be made available 4 days prior to the test date.
Restart
After the court’s decision allowed Railways to continue the recruitment process, the RRB has started preparing the revised exam schedule. The new RRB Group D exam dates for 2025 will be announced soon. Candidates should avoid fake news and check only the official RRB websites for updates.
Schedule
The exam is expected to be held across multiple shifts daily, covering over 200 cities in India. With more than 1 crore candidates registered, the recruitment drive is one of the largest in the country.
Here is a quick look at the schedule:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| City Intimation Slip | 10 days before exam |
| Admit Card Release | 4 days before exam |
| RRB Group D Exam Date (New) | To be Announced |
| RRB Group D Mock Test | Likely before admit card date |
Admit
Candidates will be able to download the admit card from their regional RRB websites using their registration number and date of birth. The city intimation slip will help candidates plan travel by showing their allotted exam city.
It’s important to remember:
- Admit card download: 4 days before exam
- City info: 10 days before exam
- Use only your official credentials to access them
Shifts
To handle the huge number of candidates, the RRB Group D Exam will be held in multiple shifts per day. Each shift will last for 90 minutes, and candidates will need to follow the exact reporting time mentioned on their admit cards.
Key details:
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Shifts: Multiple per day
- Reporting Time: As per admit card
- Negative Marking: 1/3 for every wrong answer
Process
The RRB Group D selection process has four stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Clearing each stage is compulsory. The merit list is prepared based on CBT performance, while PET is qualifying in nature.
Pattern
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) will have 100 objective-type questions and will be held for 90 minutes. PwBD candidates with scribes will get 120 minutes. Each incorrect answer will lead to a deduction of one-third marks.
Here is the breakdown:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Points
Some essential reminders for candidates:
- E-Call letters will be available 4 days before the exam.
- Aadhaar verification is mandatory — keep your Aadhaar unlocked.
- Travel pass for SC/ST candidates will be issued 10 days before the exam.
- Re-verification of Aadhaar is advised even if done during registration.
Centres
The RRB Group D Exam will be held in cities across all Indian states and union territories. Here’s a sample of the exam centers by region:
| Region | Major Exam Cities |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Guntur, Nellore |
| Bihar | Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur |
| Delhi/NCR | New Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Vadodara, Surat |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru, Mysore, Hubli, Mangalore |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik |
| Punjab | Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar |
| Rajasthan | Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, Gorakhpur |
| West Bengal | Kolkata, Siliguri, Asansol, Durgapur |
The complete list covers all major cities in India. Candidates will be allotted centers based on their preferences and availability.
Prepare well and keep checking the official RRB site for your city intimation and admit card. This is one of the largest recruitment exams in the country, and timely preparation will help you stand out.
FAQs
When will RRB Group D exam be held?
The new exam date will be announced shortly by RRB.
When can I download the admit card?
4 days before the exam date from your RRB region site.
What is the duration of the CBT?
The CBT will last for 90 minutes.
Is Aadhaar verification mandatory?
Yes, Aadhaar-based biometric verification is compulsory.
How many stages are in Group D selection?
There are four stages: CBT, PET, DV, and Medical Exam.
