The RRB Group D Exam 2025 will commence on November 27 and continue until January 16, 2026. Admit cards will be released four days prior to the examination. This CBT mode exam will consist of 100 questions, and negative marking will be applicable.
RRB Group D Exam 2025: The Railway Recruitment Board has announced the dates for the Group D examination, which will be conducted from November 27, 2025, to January 16, 2026. This examination will be held in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode at various centers across the country. Millions of candidates are preparing to secure government jobs in the railways through this recruitment drive. The Board will issue admit cards four days before the exam, enabling candidates to receive timely information regarding their examination center, shift, and important instructions.
RRB Group D Exam to commence from November 27
The dates for the RRB Group D Exam 2025 have been announced. This examination by the Railway Recruitment Board will run from November 27, 2025, to January 16, 2026. This presents a significant opportunity for millions of candidates to secure government employment. The Board has clarified that admit cards will be issued exactly four days before the examination.
For candidates whose examination is scheduled for November 27, their admit cards will be made available on November 23, 2025. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging into the official website of their respective RRB. The admit card will contain details such as the examination center, shift timings, and essential instructions.
Complete Information on Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The RRB Group D examination will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. It will comprise a total of 100 multiple-choice questions, for which candidates will be allotted 90 minutes to complete. The question paper will be divided into four sections: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness & Current Affairs.
Each correct answer will fetch 1 mark, while there will be a negative marking of 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer. This means 0.33 marks will be deducted for a wrong response. Therefore, it will be advantageous to choose answers wisely rather than attempting questions based on mere guesswork.
Qualifying Marks and Important Instructions for Candidates
Minimum qualifying marks have been set for passing the RRB Group D examination. A score of 40 percent is required for Unreserved and EWS categories, while this threshold is set at 30 percent for OBC, SC, and ST categories. Candidates securing less than these marks will not be considered eligible for the subsequent stage.
On the day of the examination, candidates must compulsorily carry their admit card along with a valid photo identification card. It will be essential to reach the center ahead of time and adhere to all guidelines. Practicing mock tests and previous years' question papers will be highly beneficial for achieving a better score.
