RRB Group D Exam Age Limit, Eligibility & Relaxation 2026
Check your age limit, eligibility and relaxation for RRB Group D Exam (2026). Find min/max age limits, category relaxation, cutoff date and eligibility for Railway recruitment.
- Minimum Age
- 18 years
- Maximum Age
- 33 years
- Cutoff Date
- 1 August 2026
- Recruitment Year
- 2026
- Conducting Body
- Railway
RRB Group D Exam 2026 category wise age relaxation
RRB Group D Exam 2026 Category-wise age relaxation applicable to
| Category / Condition | Relaxation (Years) |
|---|---|
| General (No relaxation) | 0 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 |
| SC | +5 |
| ST | +5 |
| EWS | +0 |
| Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | +10 |
| Ex-serviceman | +3 |
Relaxations are cumulative where applicable per official notification. (33 years).
RRB Group D Exam 2026 | Calculate Your Eligibility
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RRB Group D Exam — FAQs (2026)
What is the age limit for RRB Group D Exam?
For RRB Group D Exam, the notified age band is 18–33 years for General/EWS candidates as on the cutoff date. OBC (+3 years), SC/ST (+5 years), PwBD (up to +10 years), and ex-servicemen (+3 years where applicable) may get upper-age relaxation per the official Railway notification.
How is age calculated for railway recruitment?
Age for RRB Group D Exam is reckoned as on the crucial/cutoff date in the official notification—not on application or exam date. This calculator uses 1 August 2026 as the default; enter the date from your notification if it differs.
What is the cutoff date for RRB Group D Exam age calculation?
The default cutoff date used here is 1 August 2026. The actual "Age as on …" date for each cycle is in the official RRB Group D Exam notification—always verify before applying.
Is there age relaxation for OBC and SC/ST in RRB Group D Exam?
Yes. For RRB Group D Exam, OBC (NCL) candidates typically get 3 years and SC/ST candidates 5 years of upper-age relaxation above the General maximum, subject to category certificate and notification rules.
What is the age relaxation for PwBD in RRB Group D Exam?
PwBD candidates may claim up to 10 years of upper-age relaxation for RRB Group D Exam, often in addition to category relaxation where rules allow. A valid disability certificate is required.
Can OBC and PwBD relaxations be cumulative in RRB Group D Exam?
PwBD candidates may claim up to 10 years of upper-age relaxation for RRB Group D Exam, often in addition to category relaxation where rules allow. A valid disability certificate is required.
What is the minimum age for RRB Group D Exam?
The minimum age for RRB Group D Exam is 18 years as on the cutoff date. Candidates below this age are not eligible.
Can I apply for RRB Group D Exam if I exceed the age limit by one month?
Generally, no. RRB Group D Exam enforces age limits strictly as on the cutoff date—even one day beyond the maximum eligible age (after relaxations) usually makes a candidate ineligible.
Which certificate is used for date of birth in RRB Group D Exam?
Date of birth as on Class 10 (matriculation) certificate is accepted for RRB Group D Exam. It must match across application and certificates; NDA/CDS also reject other DOB proofs unless specified.
Does ex-serviceman get age relaxation in RRB Group D Exam?
Ex-servicemen may get up to 3 years relaxation (or service-based deduction as per rules) for RRB Group D Exam. Check the official notification for military service conditions.