RRB Group D Recruitment 2019: Exam Dates, Application Form, Exam Pattern and Syllabus

Here are the important dates for the exam which will be updated regularly as per the official announcements:

RRB Group D 2019 Selection Process

The selection procedure for Group D vacancies will be completed through the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
3. Document Verification
4. Medical Fitness Test

RRB Group-D CBT Exam Latest Pattern -

RRB Group D CBT Exam 2018 will have 100 objective type questions (class 10^th standard), and the exam duration will be 90 minutes for general category candidates.

There will be a negative marking scheme in the exam. 1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Those male and female candidates who qualify the CBT Exam will face the Physical Efficiency Test. The details are as follows:

Male candidates

• Should be capable of lifting and carrying 35 kg of weight for a distance of 100 metres in 2 minutes time in one chance without keeping the weight down.
• Should be able to run for a distance of 1000 metres in 4 minutes and 15 seconds in one chance only.

Female candidates

• Candidates should be able to lift and carry 20 kg of weight for a distance of 100 metres in 2 minutes in one chance only without keeping the weight down.
• Should be able to run for a distance of 1000 metres in 5 minutes and 40 seconds in one chance only.

Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test

After qualifying PET, candidates are called for the Document Verification (DV) process. If any false information is identified, the candidature will stand cancelled.

Appointment to various posts in the Indian Railways is subject to getting through the Medical Fitness Test conducted by the Railway Administration. Here are the different medical requirements under different categories:

Medical Test -

General Awareness on Current Affairs in Science & Technology, Culture, Sports, Personalities, Politics, Economics, and any other subject of importance.

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Before applying for the exam, aspirants must make sure that they meet the following RRB Group D Recruitment 2019 eligibility requirements:

RRB Group D Applicant Age Limit -

The minimum and maximum age limit as on 1st July 2019 should be as under:

Relaxation in the upper age limit will be provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories. Check the official notification for the same.

Educational Qualification Criteria -

Candidates should have passed class 10th or ITI from any recognised Board/NCVT/SCVT or received National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT or equivalent as on the closing date of online application submission.

Please note the Diploma/Degree in Engineering or Graduate Act Apprentice will not be considered instead of ITI or NAC.

Candidates whose final results are pending are NOT ELIGIBLE for the exam. Candidates can check out the post-wise qualification requirements in the official notification.

Aspirants were required to apply for the Group D Exam only through the online mode. The application link was active from 12th March to 12th April 2019. Before filling the application form, candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements. Here are the steps that need to be followed for filling the application form:

How to Apply for RRB Group D Recruitment Exam 2019

• Go to the official website - www.indianrailways.gov.in.
• Click on the ‘Recruitment’ tab at the top of the home-page.
• List of all the RRBs will appear. Click on the zone from where you want to apply, and you will be redirected to the respective official website.
• Click on the link ‘Click here for online registration for CEN RRC 01/2019’
• Now complete the registration process by providing the necessary details. On successful registration, a registration id and password will be sent to your email id and mobile number.
• Use the registration details to log-in.
• The application form will appear, complete it with all the details.
• Upload scanned images of required documents and made the fee payment.
• Check all the details carefully before final submission.
• After final submission, the completed application form will appear on the screen. Save a copy of the same or take a print out for future references.

Application Fee -

For candidates belonging to General/OBC category – ₹ 500/-

For SC/ST/Female/Ex-servicemen/Minorities/Economically Backward classes/Transgender – ₹ 250/-

Mode of Payment -

The application fee can be paid both online and offline. Online fee can be paid through internet banking, debit/credit card or UPI. And, through the offline mode, the fee can be paid through SBI challan or Post Office Challan. The candidate will bear additional transaction fee/bank charges.

Railway Group D Vacancy 2019

The Railway Recruitment Cell has announced a total of 1,03,769 Group D vacancies. Here is the zone-wise distribution:

On 24th July 2019, the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has activated the link to check the application status. Candidates can click the link to check the result. Here are the steps to retrieve:

• Visit the regional RRB website.
• Click on the link to view the application status.
• Select the RRC you have applied for.
• Enter the registration ID, date of birth, and security code to login.
• The status of the application will appear on the screen. The status can be ‘Provisionally eligible candidates’ or ‘Rejected candidates along with the reasons for rejection.’

The link will remain active till 31st July 2019 (11:59 Hrs).

Steps to retrieve forgotten or lost RRB Group D Registration Number -

On 11 September 2018, the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a link to retrieve the forgotten or lost registration numbers of RRB Group D exam. The registration number is very important for the Computer Based Test (CBT) and other recruitment processes. So, the facility has been provided for those who don’t remember their registration number. Here are the steps to retrieve:

• Visit the regional RRB website.
• Click on the link for retrieving forgotten registration number on the home-page.
• Click on the link ‘Forgot Registration Number?’ on the Candidate Login page.
• Enter your Date of Birth and E-mail ID and ‘Submit’ the information.
• Your registration number will appear on the screen.
• Note it down and keep it safe.

RRB Group D Bharti 2019 Admit Card

RRB Group D 2019 hall ticket/ call letter will be tentatively released 4 days before the exam for the first stage of Group D CBT scheduled to be conducted in September/October 2019. So, candidates are advised to download their admit cards accordingly. The exam will be conducted in different slots and the schedule for each slot will be available at least 10 days before the commencement of the exam.

Candidates who have applied for the exam, can log-in with their credentials on the official website of RRBs through which they have applied for the exam, and download the admit card. Please note that no call letter will be sent by post to any candidate. Candidates must carry the admit card along with valid Photo ID to the examination hall.

RRB Group D 2019 Result

There is no official information about the declaration date of RRB Group D 2019 Result. A final merit list will be prepared by the RRBs which will be published on the respective websites of all the RRBs. Applicants can check their result from the official website with their registered ID and password.

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