Imagine 10,800,000 people crowding a football stadium – that’s how many Indians applied for railway jobs this year. The stakes? Only 32,438 positions up for grabs. The Railway Recruitment Board just dropped explosive news that will change lives.
Key Dates You Can’t Afford to Miss
The RRB Group D exam battle begins November 17, 2025 and continues through December. Mark these critical dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| City Intimation Slip | 10 days before your exam |
| Admit Card Release | 4 days before exam |
| CBT Exam Window | Nov 17 – Dec 31, 2025 |
| PET Dates | To be announced after CBT |
Three Daily Shifts – Don’t Be Late!
Your entire future could hinge on reaching the exam center on time. Here’s the strict schedule:
- Shift 1: Report by 7:30 AM, gates close 8:30 AM
- Shift 2: Report by 11:15 AM for 12:45 PM start
- Shift 3: Report by 3:30 PM for 5:00 PM start
What’s Waiting in Your Exam Hall
The 90-minute computer test will grill you on:
- Mathematics (25 questions)
- General Science (30 questions)
- General Awareness (20 questions)
- Reasoning (25 questions)
Remember – every wrong answer costs you 1/3 mark. 100 questions stand between you and a railway career.
The Physical Challenge After Clearing CBT
Pass the written test? Now prove your physical readiness:
| Test | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Weight Carry | 35kg/100m in 2 mins | 20kg/100m in 2 mins |
| Running | 1000m in 4:15 mins | 1000m in 5:40 mins |
Where Will You Take the Exam?
RRB has activated exam centers across 200+ cities. Major locations include:
- North: Delhi, Chandigarh, Jammu, Lucknow
- South: Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kochi
- East: Kolkata, Patna, Guwahati, Bhubaneswar
- West: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Pune
Find your exact center at the official RRB website when city slips release.
What You Should Do Right Now
With 1.08 crore applicants, every minute counts. Follow this action plan:
- Bookmark the RRB official portal
- Prepare login credentials (registration number + password)
- Start physical training if weak in fitness
- Practice previous years’ papers daily
- Follow RRB social media for instant updates
The clock is ticking – November 17 arrives sooner than you think. With 97 candidates competing for every single position, this might be India’s toughest job race. Your railway career starts now!
RRB Group D 2025: CBT exam dates announced for 32,438 vacancies. 1.08 crore applicants registered – highest in railway history. Details at https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/
Final Checklist Before D-Day
- Double-check exam city 10 days prior
- Download admit card 4 days before exam
- Carry original photo ID + photocopy
- Reach center 90 minutes early
- Practice using computer-based test simulators
Stay updated with authentic information only through official RRB channels. Beware of fake admit card scams!
