What is the difference between RRB Group D and RRC Group D?

RRB (Railway Recruitment Board) handles recruitment centrally for all Group D posts simultaneously. RRC (Railway Recruitment Cell) is the zonal-level body that handles local/zone-specific Group D vacancies. Both follow the same CBT+PET+Medical pattern.

What posts are covered under RRC Group D 2027?

RRC Group D covers Track Maintainer Grade IV, Helper/Assistant (C&W, S&T, Electrical, Mechanical), Pointsman, Porter, Khallasi, Hospital Attendant, and other Level 1 railway posts within the specific railway zone.

What is the RRC Group D exam pattern?

RRC Group D CBT has 100 questions in 90 minutes — Mathematics (25Q), General Intelligence & Reasoning (30Q), General Science (25Q), General Awareness & Current Affairs (20Q). Marking +1/-0.33. CBT shortlisted candidates take PET.

What is RRC Group D salary?

RRC Group D Level 1 salary is ₹18,000-₹56,900 per month (7th Pay Commission). With DA, HRA, Night Allowance, running allowance, and free railway passes, the total compensation is ₹25,000-₹32,000 per month.

How many RRC Group D vacancies are expected in 2027?

RRC Group D vacancies depend on the specific railway zone. Combined with RRB Group D, the total Level 1 vacancies in 2027 are expected to be 40,000-80,000 across all zones including Central, Western, Northern, and Southern Railways.

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RRC Group D Preparation Guide

RRC (Railway Recruitment Cell)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for RRC Group D 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks100

Duration90 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Online (CBT) + PET

Frequency

Every 2-3 years

Next Exam Date

December 2027

EEligibility Criteria

10th pass or ITI, no upper age mentioned for most categories

ANumber of Attempts

No limit till age

Study Plan by Subject

General Awareness & Current Affairs

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Mathematics

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Science

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Preparation for RRC Group D is identical to RRB Group D — use the same study plan and materials

Check the specific railway zone notification — posting preference is given to the zone you apply to

PET is the same as RRB Group D — start running and physical training immediately after registration

General Science covers NCERT class 6-10 — biology, physics, and chemistry questions are straightforward

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
General Awareness & Current Affairs	25	25	23 min
Mathematics	25	25	23 min
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25	23 min
General Science	25	25	23 min
Total	100	100	90 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

August 2027

Next Exam Date

December 2027

Conducted By

RRC (Railway Recruitment Cell)

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