RRB Group D Recruitment 2024: [32,000 Vacancies] Announced, Application Begins 23.01.2025- Check Eligibility, Age Limit, and Important Dates

RRB Group D Recruitment 2024: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released a notification for the recruitment of various Level 1 positions under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix through CEN 08/2024. This drive aims to fill around 32,000 vacancies across different railway zones in India.

The online application process will open on 23rd January 2025 and close on 22nd February 2025. The RRB Group D Notification was published in the Employment Newspaper dated 28th December 2024 to 3rd January 2025.

The RRB Group D Recruitment 2024 is to be applied for online only. In this article, we will discuss Eligibility, age criteria, Fees, steps to apply online, etc.

RRB Group D Recruitment 2024 Overview

RRB Group D Recruitment 2024 Important Dates

RRB Group D Short Notice

RRB Group D Recruitment 2024 Eligibility & Age Criteria

Eligibility Criteria : The minimum educational qualification varies by post. Refer to Annexure A of the detailed CEN 08/2024 for specific requirements.

Age Criteria:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 36 years
• Age relaxation:
  • OBC: 3 years
  • SC/ST: 5 years

RRB Group D Recruitment 2024 Fees

RRB Group D Selection Process

The selection process for RRB Group D Recruitment 2024 includes the following stages:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): An online test covering subjects such as general Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence & Reasoning.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates must meet specific physical standards based on the post’s requirements.
3. Document Verification (DV): Submitted documents are checked to confirm the candidate’s eligibility and authenticity.
4. Medical Examination: Candidates must meet the medical standards outlined in Para 3.0 of the CEN.

This process ensures candidates are evaluated for knowledge, physical fitness, eligibility, and health standards.

RRB Group D Exam Pattern and PET

Here is an overview of the RRB Group D Exam Pattern:

Computer-Based Test (CBT):

• Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with a scribe).
• Marking Scheme: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer.
• Total Marks: 100.
• Sections:
  • General Science (25 questions)
  • Mathematics (25 questions)
  • General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 questions)
  • General Awareness & Current Affairs (25 questions)
• Question Type: Objective multiple-choice questions.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET):

• The PET is qualifying in nature, with different standards for male and female candidates.
• Candidates must clear the PET to advance to the next stage.

Document Verification & Medical Examination:

• Candidates who qualify in the CBT and PET are called for Document Verification.
• Following document verification, a Medical Examination is conducted to ensure fitness.
• Final selection is based on CBT performance, PET qualification, and medical fitness.

Key Highlights:

• The CBT is now a single-stage written exam divided into four sections: General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness & Current Affairs.
• The PET is mandatory and qualifying.
• Changes have been made to the exam pattern, with CBT followed by PET and Document Verification.

Revised Exam Pattern (2025):

• The RRB Group D Exam 2025 will start on 17th August 2025 and will be held in multiple shifts.
• The exam pattern remains largely unchanged, with minor updates.

Candidates are encouraged to check the official RRB website regularly for any updates or changes.

How to Apply Online for Recruitment?

To apply Online follow these simple Steps to apply online:

• First, visit the official website of RRB i.e. rrbcdg.gov.in
• After successful registration you have to login and apply for the application form
• Fill the registration details correctly.
• Review your application form and pay application fees
• After successfully paying fees take the printout of the application form for further use.

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