RRB Group D Selection Process 2024, Know All Stages in Detail

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The RRB Group D Selection Process consists of 4 stages: Computer Based Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Get an insight into the detailed discussion about the selection stages of the upcoming RRB Group D Recruitment 2024.

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RRB Group D Selection Process 2024

The RRB Group D Recruitment 2024 will commence soon in December 2024, so, it is imperative for the candidates to know everything in detail about the exam. Check the highlights below.

Particulars	Details
Organising Body	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Vacancy Name	Group D
Vacancies	To be Announced
Mode of Applications	Online
Online Application Dates	December 2024
Selection Stages	CBT, PET, DV, Medical Examination
Exam Mode	Online
Official Website	indianrailways.gov.in

RRB Group D Selection Stages

The recruitment process for the RRB Group D post will commence with the release of the official notification. After that application portal will be activated by RRB and applications will be submitted by eligible and interested candidates. After the selection process will begin. Below we have discussed the details of the stages through which candidates will be selected.

Stage No.	Stage Name	Details
1	Computer-Based Test (CBT)	First stage online exam covering General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness; a qualifying score is required to advance to the next stage.
2	Physical Efficiency Test (PET)	Physical fitness test includes running and weight-lifting tasks; qualifying only.
3	Document Verification (DV)	Verification of all necessary academic, caste, and eligibility documents; candidates must present valid credentials to continue.
4	Medical Examination	Assessment of medical fitness according to RRB standards; candidates who meet the required health criteria proceed further.
	Final Selection	Final selection based on CBT performance and successful completion of other stages; the merit list determines candidates selected for available positions in the Group D category.

RRB Group D Stage 1: Computer-Based Test

The First stage of RRB Group D is an online Computer-based Test where questions will be presented on the computer system and candidates have to type their answers. The time will be mentioned on the screen and candidates have to complete it within that period.

The RRB Group D CBT consists of 4 sections such as GS, Maths, Reasoning, and General Awareness. The total number of questions and marks is 100. Each question carries 1 mark and there is a negative marking of 1/3rd for each wrong answer. The total duration is 90 minutes.

Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC/ST/SC: 30%. Check subject-wise marks distribution in the table below.

Subjects	No. Of Questions	Total Marks
General Science	25	25
Mathematics	25	25
General Intelligence and Reasoning	30	30
General Awareness and Current Affairs	20	20
Total	100	100

RRB Group D Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test

Those who qualify the computer-based test will be called for the Physical Efficiency Test. The criteria through which candidates will be assessed are different for male and female candidates and like CBT, it is mandatory to qualify this stage in order to move towards Document Verification. For this, candidates need to be physically fit and strong. Check the criteria below.

RRB Group D PET Criteria for Male Candidates

Activity	Details
Weight Lifting	Candidates must carry a weight of 35 kg for 100 meters within 2 minutes in a single attempt without setting it down.
Running	Should complete a 1000-meter run within 4 minutes and 15 seconds in one attempt.

RRB Group D PET Criteria for Female Candidates

Activity	Details
Weight Lifting	Candidates must carry a weight of 20 kg for 100 meters within 2 minutes in a single attempt without setting it down.
Running	Should complete a 1000-meter run within 5 minutes and 40 seconds in one attempt.

RRB Group D Stage 3: Document Verification

During this round, all the documents in original form will be verified by the officers to assure the identity of the candidates. This stage is mandatory and absence due to any reason can lead to disqualification. Documents to be checked during verification are:

Admit Card/Call Letter for Document Verification
Matriculation/High School Certificate
Educational Qualification Certificates (Mark sheets and Degree/Diploma)
Caste Certificate: SC/ST Certificate, OBC-NCL Certificate, EWS Certificate, PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Minority Community Declaration (if applicable)
Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
No Objection Certificate (NOC) (if applicable)
Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
Medical Certificate for PwBD Candidates (if applicable)
Aadhaar Card or any Valid Photo ID
Passport Size Photographs
Self-Declaration Document for Ex-Servicemen (if applicable)

RRB Group D Stage 4: Medical Examination

This is the last stage of the examination. In earlier stages, the mental aptitude and physical strengths of the candidates were checked but at this stage, they will assessed medically. It means they should have no chronic disease that might disturb their duty performance later on.

Medical Standard	General Fitness Criteria	Visual Acuity Criteria
A-2	Physically fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses (No fogging test); Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses. Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic Vision, etc.
A-3	Physically fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (power not to exceed 2D); Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses. Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Myopic Vision, etc.
B-1	Physically fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power not to exceed 4D); Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close work. Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic Vision, etc.
B-2	Physically fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power not to exceed 4D); Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close work. Must pass test for Binocular Vision.
C-1	Physically fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses; Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close work.
C-2	Physically fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/12, Nil with or without glasses; Near Vision: Sn. 0.6 combined with or without glasses for close work.

Final Posting After RRB Group D Selection Stages

Any candidate who passes all these stages with good marks will be considered qualified by the RRB. A final merit list will be issued on the official website of all regional RRBs. The merit list will mention their name, roll number, and wherever they get posted as per preference.

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RRB Group D Selection Process: FAQs

Q. How many stages are there in the RRB Group D Recruitment 2024?

Ans. There are four stages in the RRB Group D selection process such as CBT, PET, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

Q. What is the mode of the RRB Group D Exam?

Ans. The first stage of RRB Group D Exam 2024 which is Computer based test where candidates have to answer the questions on a computer system. So, the exam is conducted online.

Q. Does RRB Group D include Physical Test?

Ans. Yes, the second stage of RRB Group D recruitment is Physical Efficiency Test (PET) wherein the physical strength of the candidates through weight lifting and running.

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