Railways

RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational qualification, age limit and nationality for RRB Group D — Railway Level-1 Recruitment.

Educational Qualification

Class 10 (Matriculation), or an ITI certificate / National Apprenticeship Certificate (or equivalent).

Age Limit

Generally 18–36 years, with category relaxations.

Nationality

Indian citizen (and other categories permitted under railway rules).

Eligibility can change each recruitment cycle. Always confirm the exact age limits, qualifications and relaxations in the official RRB Group D notification before applying.

RRB Group D eligibility — FAQs

Who is eligible for RRB Group D?

Class 10 (Matriculation), or an ITI certificate / National Apprenticeship Certificate (or equivalent). Indian citizen (and other categories permitted under railway rules).

What is the age limit for RRB Group D?

Generally 18–36 years, with category relaxations.

Is there age relaxation for reserved categories?

Yes — SC/ST, OBC, PwD, ex-servicemen and other categories receive age relaxation as specified in the official notification for each recruitment cycle.