RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2025: Age Limit, Qualification, Medical Standards
RRB Group D 2025 is one of the most regarded exams in the realm of Railway exams. With the release of 32,438 vacancies this year, it is a wonderful opportunity for the candidates who have completed their matriculation to get into the Indian Railways. As the exam is approaching, candidates should gear up and start preparing. In this blog, we will be covering the important details like RRB Group D 2025 Eligibility Criteria, RRB Group D Age Limit, and RRB Group D Medical Standards. Let’s get started!
RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2025: Overview Table
Candidates are advised to thoroughly check the eligibility criteria before applying for the RRB Group D Recruitment 2025. These criteria include factors such as age limit, educational qualifications, nationality, medical standards, and physical fitness. If any candidate fails to meet any of these conditions, they will not be allowed to continue with the recruitment process. The final selection is done through multiple stages, which include a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
There are different eligibility components for the selection, like:
- Nationality
- Age Limit
- Educational Qualification
- Medical Standards
Here’s quick RRB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2025 overview table:
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Criteria |
Details |
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Nationality |
Indian citizens and certain categories of foreign nationals (detailed below) |
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Age Limit |
18 to 36 years (as of January 1, 2025) |
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Educational Qualification |
Minimum 10th pass or ITI/NAC from NCVT |
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Medical Standards |
Varies by post; includes vision and physical fitness requirements |
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET) |
Mandatory for all except PwD candidates |
The detailed eligibility conditions are given below:
Nationality/Citizenship Criteria
To be eligible, a candidate must be:
- An Indian citizen,
- A Nepalese or Bhutanese citizen,
- A Tibetan refugee, arrived in India before 1st January 1962, or
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, or Vietnam to settle permanently in India.
RRB Group D Age Limit 2025
Candidates should be in the age bracket mentioned in the official RRB Group D 2025 notification. The RRB Group D 2025 Age Limit is 18 to 36 years as of 1st January 2025.
The reserved categories and other categories are offered age relaxation benefits. The age relaxation benefits details are mentioned below in the table:
Minimum Age: 18 years (as of 01.01.2025)
Maximum Age: 36 years (as of 01.01.2025)
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Age Group |
Upper Limit of D.O.B |
Lower limit of D.O.B (Not later than) |
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(Not earlier than) |
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18 to 36 years |
UR & EWS |
OBC-Non Creamy Layer |
SC/ST |
For all communities/categories |
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02.01.1989 |
02.01.1986 |
02.01.1984 |
01.01.2007 |
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Age Relaxation (Category-wise)
The reserved categories and other categories are offered age relaxation benefits. The age relaxation benefits details are mentioned below in the table:
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S.No. |
Categories |
Age Relaxation |
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1 |
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) |
3 years |
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2 |
SC & ST |
5 years |
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3 |
Ex-servicemen with at least 6 months service after attestation |
UR and EWS: 3 years (after deduction of length of service from age) |
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OBC-NCL: 6 years (after deduction of length of service from age) |
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SC/ST: 8 years (after deduction of length of service from age) |
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4 |
PwBD |
UR and EWS: 10 Years |
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OBC (NCL)- 13 Years |
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SC/ST- 15 Years |
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5 |
Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, Casual Labour, and Substitutes and put in minimum 3 years of service (continuous or in broken spells) |
UR and EWS: 40 Years |
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OBC (NCL)- 43 Years |
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SC/ST- 45 Years |
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6 |
Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization, such as Railway Canteens, Co-operative Societies, and Institutes |
UR: 33 Years of age + length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower |
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OBC-NCL: 36 Years of age + length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower |
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SC/ST: 38 Years of age + length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower |
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7 |
Course Completed Act Apprentices applying for the posts for which the minimum qualification is ITI/ Course Completed Act Apprenticeship |
UR and EWS: 33 Years of age + extent Apprentice Training undergone by them under the Apprentice Act 1961, subject to a maximum of 3 years |
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OBC-NCL: 36 Years of age + extent Apprentice Training undergone by them under the Apprentice Act 1961, subject to a maximum of 6 years |
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SC/ST: 38 Years of age + extent of Apprentice Training undergone by them under the Apprentice Act 1961, subject to a maximum of 8 years |
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8 |
Candidates (canteen staff of MB Division NR) |
5 years (After deduction of length of service from age), Maximum age up to 60 years |
RRB Group D Educational Qualification
- 10th pass or
- ITI or equivalent or
- Course Complete Act Apprentices (CCAAs) in any field
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT
- Diploma /Degree in Engineering will not be accepted in lieu of Course Completed Act Apprentices/ITI for the post of Level-1, unless otherwise specified.
- A Graduate Act apprentice will not be accepted in lieu of a Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA).
- Those awaiting results of their final examination of the prescribed minimum educational/technical qualification SHOULD NOT apply.
RRB Group D Medical Standards
In order to apply for the RRB Group D post, candidates have to meet the medical and physical standards that are decided by the Railway Recruitment Board. The PET evaluates a candidate's physical fitness to perform tasks like lifting weights and running, while the medical examination ensures that the candidate is medically fit to carry out certain duties in the railway industry.
The details about the physical standards are given in the table below:
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Candidates |
Parameters |
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Male
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Candidates should be able to lift and carry a 35 kg weight at a time for a distance of 100 meters in 2 minutes without dropping the weight. Must be able to run a distance of 1000 meters in 4 minutes 15 seconds at a time |
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Female
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Must be able to lift a 20 kg weight and carry it to a distance of 100 meters in 2 minutes without dropping the weight. Able to run a distance of 1000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds in one go. |
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PwBD
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Persons with disabilities are exempted from appearing in the PET. After qualifying the CBT, such candidates will have to pass the medical examination prescribed for persons with disabilities. |
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Visual Acuity Standards (Glasses/No Glasses)
The details of the medical standard for the RRB Group D post are given in the table below:
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Medical Standard |
Visual Acuity |
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A-2
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Distant vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses (No fogging test) Near vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses, and must pass tests for colour vision, binocular vision, night vision, mesopic vision, etc |
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A-3
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Distant vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 2D) Near vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses, and must pass the test for colour vision, binocular vision, night vision, myopic vision, etc. |
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B-1
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Distant vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D) Near vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required, and must pass the test for colour vision, binocular vision, night vision, mesopic vision, etc. |
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B-2
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Distant vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D) Near vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required, and must pass the test for binocular vision, etc |
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C-1
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Distant vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses Near vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required |
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C-2
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Distant vision: 6/12 with or without glasses Near vision: Sn. 0.6 combined with or without glasses where reading or close work is required |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Not Part of Eligibility But Mandatory
- The Physical Efficiency Test is a test that checks the medical fitness of the candidate, according to the RRB Group D Medical Standards, which are decided by the Railway Recruitment Board.
- It is qualifying in nature, but it does not contribute to the final merit list
- The results of the PET round are declared on the same day as the test.
- Candidates are advised to take precautions during this round in order to avoid physical injuries to themselves or other participants, as the Railway Recruitment Board will not take responsibility for any accidents during the process
- Candidates will have only one attempt at this test, and requests for a second chance will not be entertained
- Candidates should meet all the eligibility conditions that have been mentioned in the official notification. If they are found to be ineligible at any point, they will be disqualified.
- Candidates are advised to carry their admit cards and wear suitable clothing and shoes for the test.
Important Documents Required at the Time of Verification
Candidates appearing for the document verification stage of RRB Group D 2025 must carry the following documents in original, along with photocopies:
- Educational Qualification Certificates: Mark sheets and certificates for all academic qualifications, including ITI or its equivalent (if applicable).
- Proof of Date of Birth: Matriculation/High School certificate or a valid birth certificate.
- Category Certificate (if applicable): Valid caste or community certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates issued by a competent authority.
- Photo Identity Proof: A valid government-issued ID such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.
- Admit Card: The RRB Group D admit card that the candidate received before appearing for the CBT
- Photographs and Signature: Passport-size photographs (matching the ones uploaded in the application form) and a clear signature.
- Additional Relevant Documents: Any other certificates mentioned in the RRB Group D notification.
- Bank Account Details: Bank account details may be asked for the processing of salary.
- Name Change Proof (if applicable): Gazette notification or other official documents if you’ve legally changed your name.
- Medical Certificate (if required): Submit a valid medical certificate if specified.
- NCVT/SCVT Certificate: For candidates claiming qualification through NCVT or SCVT, relevant certificates and mark sheets have to be shown.
- Disability Certificate (if applicable): Persons with Disabilities (PWD) must provide a valid PWD certificate.
- NOC (No Objection Certificate): If the candidate is working in any Central/State Government department or PSU, they will have to submit an NOC at the time of verification.
