The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have started releasing the admit card (e-Call Letter) for the RRB Group D (Level-1) Computer Based Test, conducted under CEN No. 09/2025. This is one of the largest recruitment drives run by Indian Railways this year, covering 22,195 vacancies in Level 1 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, for posts including Track Maintainer Grade IV, Pointsman, Assistant (S&T), and Assistant (TL & AC). Admit cards are being issued in phases — roughly 4 days before each candidate’s scheduled exam date — with the CBT running across 16 exam days between 3 and 25 August 2026. This article covers the complete download process, exam schedule, and everything you need for exam day.
1. Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), across 21 RRBs nationwide |
| Exam Name | RRB Group D (Level-1) Computer Based Test |
| CEN Number | CEN No. 09/2025 |
| Posts Covered | Track Maintainer Grade IV, Pointsman, Assistant (S&T), Assistant (TL & AC), and other Level-1 posts |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 |
| Pay Level | Level 1, 7th CPC |
| Application Window (already closed) | 31 January – 9 March 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation Slip Release | In phases from 23–25 July 2026 (approx. 10 days before each exam date) |
| Admit Card Release | In phases from 30/31 July 2026 (approx. 4 days before each exam date) |
| CBT Exam Dates | 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 & 25 August 2026 (16 exam days) |
| Login Portal | rrb.digialm.com or your respective regional RRB website |
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam City Intimation Slip released | 23–25 July 2026 onwards (phase-wise) |
| Admit Card (e-Call Letter) released | From 30/31 July 2026 onwards (phase-wise, ~4 days before each exam date) |
| CBT Exam period | 3 August – 25 August 2026 |
| Exam dates (specific) | 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25 August 2026 |
| Shift 1 timing | 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM |
| Shift 2 timing | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Shift 3 timing | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM |
Important distinction: The Exam City Intimation Slip (released first, about 10 days before the exam) only tells you your allotted city, date, and shift so you can plan travel — it is not a valid entry document. Only the e-Call Letter/Admit Card (released later, about 4 days before the exam) is valid for entry into the exam centre.
3. How to Download the RRB Group D Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official RRB portal: rrb.digialm.com, or your regional RRB’s official website (e.g., rrb.indianrailways.gov.in acts as the central information page linking to all regional RRBs).
- On the homepage, under the Announcements/Latest Updates section, click on “Download CEN 09/2025 Group D (Level 1) Admit Card.”
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth/Password, exactly as used during application.
- Enter the Captcha code as displayed, and click Submit/Login.
- Your admit card will be displayed on screen — check every detail carefully (name, photo, roll number, exam centre, date, shift, and reporting time).
- Download and take at least two clear printouts for the exam day and your personal records.
Note: Admit cards are released strictly in a phased manner — only for candidates whose exam falls within the next few days. If your exam date is later in August, your admit card will become available closer to your specific date; it does not mean there is an error with your application.
4. CBT Exam Schedule & Shift Timings
The RRB Group D CBT will be conducted over 16 exam days in August 2026, with three shifts per day:
| Shift | Reporting/Exam Timing |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM |
| Shift 2 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Shift 3 | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM |
Exam Dates: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, and 25 August 2026.
- The exam is objective type, carrying a total of 100 marks, with a duration of 90 minutes.
- Negative marking is applicable for wrong answers, as per RRB’s standard Group D exam pattern.
- Biometric authentication (Aadhaar-linked) is conducted at the exam centre — candidates should ensure their Aadhaar is active and unlocked in the UIDAI system, and carry either the original Aadhaar card or an e-verified printout.
5. Documents Required at the Exam Centre
- A printed copy of the RRB Group D Admit Card 2026 — a digital/mobile copy is not accepted at the exam centre.
- A valid original government-issued photo ID proof: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving Licence.
- The Exam City Intimation Slip, if separately specified in your admit card instructions.
- Recent passport-size photograph(s), as per the specifications mentioned in the admit card instructions.
Exam-day rules to keep in mind:
- The admit card is issued only in online mode — it is not sent by post or email.
- Report at the exam centre well before the gate closing time mentioned on the admit card; late entry is not permitted.
- Electronic gadgets, calculators, smartwatches, and study material are strictly not allowed inside the exam hall.
- Once issued, the allotted exam centre and city cannot be changed under any circumstances.
- In case of any discrepancy in your admit card (name, photo, category, exam city, or any other detail), report it to the concerned RRB immediately through the official communication channels — do not wait until exam day.
6. What Happens After the Exam
- Following the CBT, RRB will release the provisional answer key, giving candidates a window to raise objections (fee-based, similar to other RRB examinations).
- Since the exam is conducted across 16 days in multiple shifts, RRB will apply score normalization across shifts before preparing the result.
- Candidates who qualify Level-1 CBT will subsequently be called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), followed by Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination.
- The final merit list and panel for appointment will be prepared based on normalized CBT scores, subject to qualifying PET, DV, and medical fitness.
7. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Has the RRB Group D Admit Card 2026 been released?
Yes, admit cards are being released in phases from 30/31 July 2026 onwards, roughly 4 days before each candidate’s scheduled exam date.
Q2. What are the RRB Group D CBT exam dates?
The exam is conducted across 16 days: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, and 25 August 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are there under CEN 09/2025?
22,195 vacancies in Level 1 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, covering posts such as Track Maintainer Grade IV, Pointsman, Assistant (S&T), and Assistant (TL & AC).
Q4. What credentials are needed to download the admit card?
Your Registration Number and Date of Birth/Password, as used during the application process.
Q5. Is the Exam City Intimation Slip the same as the admit card?
No. The Exam City Intimation Slip only shows your allotted city, date, and shift for travel planning — it cannot be used for entry. Only the e-Call Letter/Admit Card is valid for entry into the exam centre.
Q6. Is there negative marking in the RRB Group D exam?
Yes, negative marking is applicable for wrong answers, consistent with RRB’s standard Group D exam pattern.
Q7. Can I use a mobile/digital copy of the admit card at the exam centre?
No. Only a printed copy of the admit card is accepted — digital or mobile copies are not permitted at the exam centre.
Q8. What happens if there’s an error in my admit card details?
Report the discrepancy immediately to the concerned RRB through official communication channels, rather than waiting until the exam day.
Q9. What is the exam pattern for RRB Group D?
An objective-type Computer Based Test carrying 100 marks, to be completed in 90 minutes, with negative marking for incorrect answers.
Q10. What is the next stage after the CBT?
Candidates who qualify the CBT will be called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination, before the final merit list is prepared.
8. Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| RRB Admit Card Login Portal | Open Login Page |
| Official RRB Revised Exam Schedule (PDF) | View Revised Schedule |
| Official RRB Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
Candidates are advised to download their admit card only through the official RRB portal, keep at least two printouts ready, and regularly check the official website for any updates to the exam schedule or centre details.
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