RRB Group D Recruitment 2025: Massive Response as 1.08 Crore Apply for 32,438 Posts
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has received a record-breaking 1,08,22,423 applications for its Group D Recruitment 2025 under notification CEN 08/2024. This enormous response reaffirms the popularity of Indian Railways jobs, especially among youth seeking job security and career growth.
Among all regions, RRB Mumbai has topped the chart with 15.59 lakh applications, followed by Chandigarh and Chennai zones.
Group D Posts: What’s on Offer?
The Group D recruitment drive covers various Level 1 posts including:
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Track Maintainer Grade-IV
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Assistant Pointsman
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Helpers in Mechanical, Electrical, and S&T departments
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Porter/Hamal/Sweeper cum Porter, among others
These roles offer entry-level opportunities in the world’s fourth-largest railway network, with long-term career benefits.
Zone-Wise Applications Received
| RRB Zone | Applications Received |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 6,39,269 |
| Ajmer | 3,59,409 |
| Bengaluru | 2,75,307 |
| Bhopal | 4,51,096 |
| Bhubaneswar | 2,65,840 |
| Bilaspur | 4,32,897 |
| Chandigarh | 11,60,404 |
| Chennai | 11,12,922 |
| Gorakhpur | 3,62,092 |
| Guwahati | 10,72,841 |
| Kolkata | 7,93,572 |
| Mumbai | 15,59,100 |
| Patna | 3,33,972 |
| Prayagraj | 8,61,666 |
| Ranchi | 1,81,339 |
| Secunderabad | 9,60,697 |
| Total | 1,08,22,423 |
Why So Many Applications?
Several factors contribute to the overwhelming response:
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Low eligibility threshold (10th pass or ITI)
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Pan-India postings with job security
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Attractive pay, perks & pension (under 7th Pay Commission)
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Career growth opportunities within Indian Railways
However, the numbers also indicate a staggering competition, with an average of 333 applicants vying for each post.
What's Next for Candidates?
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Exam Date: Expected in August–September 2025
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Admit Card Release: Likely 2–3 weeks before the exam
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Selection Process:
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Computer-Based Test (CBT)
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
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Document Verification
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Medical Examination
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Employment Challenges in India: A Bigger Picture
The extraordinary number of applicants underscores not just the appeal of government jobs, but also reflects the wider employment crisis in India. With millions competing for a limited number of secure roles, the private sector’s role in job creation and upskilling programs becomes even more crucial.
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RRB Group D Recruitment 2025
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Railway Group D Notification CEN 08/2024
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RRB Mumbai Group D highest applications
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Group D zone-wise application stats
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Indian Railways job competition 2025
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RRB Group D exam date 2025
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Sarkari Naukri railway jobs
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Railway Track Maintainer job eligibility
