The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially announced the exam schedule for the RRB Group D 2026 Computer-Based Test (CBT) for Level-1 posts under CEN No. 09/2025. The CBT is officially scheduled to be conducted from 3rd August to 21st August 2026.
RRB Group D Exam Date 2026 Official Notice
The official notification, available on all regional RRB websites, contains essential details regarding the exam schedule, city intimation, admit card release timelines, and mandatory Aadhaar authentication protocols. Please refer to the documentation provided below.
Important Pointers
- The Railway Recruitment Board has officially released the tentative CBT schedule of CEN 09/2025.
- The link for viewing the Exam City & Date and downloading the Travel Authority for SC/ST candidates will be activated about 10 days before the date of the exam of each candidate on the official websites of all RRBs.
- Downloading of E-Call Letters (admit cards) will commence approximately 4 days before the date of examination as mentioned in the Exam City and Date intimation link.
- At the exam centre, you will have to undergo Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication to enter the exam hall.
- Candidates are advised to refer to updates only on official RRB websites and beware of misinformation on social media.
RRB Group D Exam Details
| Particular | Details |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based) |
| Duration of Exam | 90 minutes |
| Exam Date | 3rd August 2026 to 21st August 2026 |
| Admit Card | 4 days before exam date |
| City Intimation | 10 days before exam date |
| Exam Language | Available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages |
| Qualifying Marks | UR – 40%, EWS – 40%, OBC-NCL – 30%, SC – 30%, ST – 30% |
RRB Group D Exam City Slip & Admit Card 2026
Concurrent with the exam date announcement, the board has updated the schedule for the RRB Group D Exam City Slip and Admit Card 2026. Candidates can now access their exam city, specific date, and shift timings, while the final exam center addresses will be provided upon the release of the admit cards.
Direct Link: Download RRB Group D Exam City Intimation Slip 2026
FAQs
When will the Railway Group D CBT exam be conducted in 2026?
The RRB Group D CBT 2026 is scheduled to take place from 3rd August 2026 to 21st August 2026.
Is Aadhaar authentication compulsory for the Railway Group D exam?
Yes, mandatory Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will be performed at the exam center before entry. Candidates must bring their original Aadhaar card or an e-verified copy and ensure their Aadhaar is unlocked via the UIDAI portal prior to the examination date.
What is the duration and mode of the RRB Group D exam?
The RRB Group D CBT will be administered in an online mode with a total duration of 90 minutes.
In which languages can candidates attempt the RRB Group D CBT?
The examination question paper will be available in English, Hindi, and 13 other regional languages for candidate convenience.
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