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RRB Group D — result, PET, medical, RTI guide (2026)
Quick answer: RRB Group D: 4-stage. CBT → PET (physical) → Medical → DV → Final merit. Track Maintainer, Helper, Pointsman, Hospital Attendant etc.
Key facts
- Group D = entry-level technical/labour posts in Railways
- PET: lift 35 kg (men) / 20 kg (women) for 100m
- Medical: vision, hearing, BMI standards
- Cut-off zone-specific
Step-by-step process
- CBT result + cut-off — rrb websites.
- PET call — For those clearing CBT cut-off.
- Medical examination — Strict standards.
- DV + final merit — Last stage.
- Medical rejection appeal — Within 42 days to AMB at Railway hospital.
- RTI for medical / scoring rationale — When channels exhausted.
Documents needed
- RRB roll number
- Aadhaar
- Educational certificates
Common issues + how to handle
- PET denial on physical standards — RTI for measurement protocol.
- Medical rejection without specific reason — appeal to AMB.
- CBT cut-off seems high — RTI for category-wise breakdown.
- Joining delayed > 60 days — RTI to allotted Railway.
If stuck — file an RTI
Most “delays” or “rejections” clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:
1. Status of my application no. _____ dated _____ as on date. 2. Name + designation of dealing officer assigned to my file. 3. Reasons for delay beyond the statutory timeline. 4. Copy of any noting / movement of my file in the past 30 days. 5. Likely date of resolution / decision.
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Frequently asked questions
PET attempts allowed?
Single attempt. RTI for re-attempt policy.
Medical rejection final?
No — AMB appeal within 42 days.
Vision / hearing standards exact?
Detailed in notification. RTI for current standards.
Final selection delayed > 18 months?
File RTI to RRB HQ.
Summary + next step
Bottom line: RRB Group D: 4-stage. CBT → PET (physical) → Medical → DV → Final merit. Track Maintainer, Helper, Pointsman, Hospital Attendant etc. If delayed beyond statutory timeline, file an RTI — most cases clear within 15 days.
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Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.

