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The RRB Group D CBT 2026 (CEN 09/2025) is expected in June 2026 across multiple shifts and dates. With 22,195 vacancies and lakhs of candidates across 200+ exam centres nationwide, the RRB enforces strict entry and conduct protocols at every centre. Candidates who arrive prepared with the correct documents, have their Aadhaar biometric unlocked, and understand exactly what happens at each checkpoint from entry gate to workstation will spend zero time on avoidable complications.
This page covers everything a candidate needs for RRB Group D exam day: shift timings, mandatory documents, the Aadhaar biometric requirement, prohibited items, biometric checkpoints, the self-declaration and LTI procedure on the admit card, PwBD accommodations, conduct rules inside the hall, and a complete night-before checklist.
The CBT is conducted in three shifts daily. The exact shift assigned to each candidate is printed on the admit card.
| Shift Reporting Time Gate Closes Exam Start Exam End | ||||
| Shift 1 (Morning) | 8:30 AM | 9:00 AM | 9:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Shift 2 (Afternoon) | 12:15 PM | 12:45 PM | 12:45 PM | 2:15 PM |
| Shift 3 (Evening) | 3:45 PM | 4:15 PM | 4:30 PM | 6:00 PM |
These timings are based on the CEN 08/2024 exam schedule (November 2025 to February 2026). The CEN 09/2025 exam in June 2026 is expected to follow the same structure. Always treat the timings printed on your admit card as the authoritative reference.
Gate closure is strictly enforced. No candidate is admitted after the gate closes regardless of reason. Arrive at least 45 to 60 minutes before the gate closure time to account for security queues, biometric verification, and seating allocation.
PwBD candidates requiring scribes or extra time are given 120 minutes (vs the standard 90 minutes). The candidates will get 90 minutes to complete the entire examination; however, PwBD candidates are allowed to complete exam under 120 minutes.
The admit card (e-call letter) for the CEN 09/2025 CBT is expected to be released approximately 4 days before each candidate's exam date. For CEN 08/2024, city intimation slips were released 10 days before the exam and admit cards were available 4 days before.
| Step Action | |
| 1 | Visit rrb.digialm.com or the regional RRB website for your zone |
| 2 | Click on the CEN 09/2025 admit card or e-call letter link |
| 3 | Enter Registration Number and Password (or Date of Birth) |
| 4 | Enter the captcha code |
| 5 | The admit card PDF opens on screen |
| 6 | Download and print on A4 paper in colour |
| 7 | Print at least 2 copies; keep one at home |
| Field What to Check | |
| Candidate Name | Must match your Aadhaar and Class 10 certificate exactly |
| Roll Number | Unique exam identifier; memorise or note down |
| Registration Number | Matches application registration |
| Exam Date | Confirm the scheduled date |
| Shift Number and Timings | Note reporting time, gate closure, and exam start |
| Exam Centre Name and Address | Map the route; calculate travel time |
| Candidate Photograph | Should match your current appearance |
| Self-declaration Section | Must be BLANK; filled only at the exam centre |
| LTI Box | Must be BLANK; inked only at the exam centre |
| Signature Box | Must be BLANK; signed only at the exam centre |
Every candidate must carry all of the following to the examination centre. Entry is denied if any item is missing.
| Document Specification | |
| Printed Admit Card (E-Call Letter) | Hard copy, A4 size, printed clearly; digital copy not accepted |
| Original Aadhaar Card | Physical card or colour printout of e-Aadhaar from uidai.gov.in; MUST be biometrically unlocked |
| Valid Photo ID (Original) | One government-issued original (see accepted IDs below) |
| Photocopy of Photo ID | One self-attested copy of the same ID |
| Passport-size Photographs | Two to three recent colour photographs matching the application photo |
Aadhaar-based biometric verification was made mandatory for RRB Group D starting from the CEN 08/2024 cycle. For CEN 09/2025, this requirement continues.
| Requirement Detail | |
| Carry original Aadhaar | Physical card OR official e-Aadhaar printout from uidai.gov.in |
| Aadhaar must be biometrically UNLOCKED | Check status at uidai.gov.in at least 3 days before exam |
| m-Aadhaar app / DigiLocker digital copy | NOT accepted |
| Photostat copy of Aadhaar | NOT accepted alone; must be original or official e-Aadhaar |
| If biometric is locked | Candidate WILL NOT be admitted; no exceptions |
To check and unlock Aadhaar biometric: Visit uidai.gov.in → My Aadhaar → Lock/Unlock Biometrics → Enter Aadhaar number and OTP → Unlock. This takes a few minutes but may take up to 24 hours to reflect across all verification systems. Do this at least 3 days before exam day.
| Accepted ID Condition | |
| Aadhaar Card | Primary requirement; mandatory for biometric |
| Voter ID (EPIC) | Must be valid and non-expired |
| PAN Card | Must be valid |
| Passport | Within validity period |
| Driving Licence | Within validity period |
| Photo ID issued by Central or State Government | Recognised government authority |
Carrying any prohibited item inside the examination hall is grounds for immediate disqualification and potential legal action under applicable examination conduct regulations.
| Item Status | |
| Mobile phones (switched off or not) | Strictly prohibited |
| Smartwatches, digital watches | Prohibited |
| Calculators (scientific or basic) | Prohibited |
| Bluetooth earphones, earpieces | Prohibited |
| Tablets, laptops, e-readers | Prohibited |
| Cameras of any type | Prohibited |
| Any device capable of recording, storing or transmitting | Prohibited |
| Item Status | |
| Books, notes, printed material of any kind | Not permitted |
| Paper chits with any content | Not permitted |
| Rough sheets from home | Not needed; centre provides official rough sheets |
| Item Status | |
| Bags, backpacks, purses | No storage at most centres; leave outside |
| Metal jewellery (rings, chains, earrings, bangles) | Remove before arriving; metal detectors at entry |
| Caps, hats, head coverings (non-religious) | Not permitted; face must be visible |
| Food and beverages | Not permitted unless medically pre-declared |
Most exam centres do not have cloakroom or storage facilities. Leave phones, bags, and electronics in your vehicle or with a companion outside the centre.
RRB conducts multi-point biometric verification for identity authentication.
| Activity Detail | |
| Admit card inspection | Security staff checks the printed admit card |
| Photo ID check | Original ID presented and verified |
| Aadhaar biometric scan | Fingerprint captured and matched against UIDAI records |
| Live photograph | Photo taken at entry gate |
| Face comparison | Live face matched against admit card photograph |
| Activity Detail | |
| Photograph affixing | One passport-size photo affixed on the attendance register |
| Attendance signature | Signed in invigilator's presence |
| LTI on attendance register | Left Thumb Impression inked on the register |
The admit card contains a self-declaration section, signature box, and LTI box. These must:
Do not write anything on these sections before reaching the centre. Pre-filled declarations are flagged as irregular.
Self-declaration text: Write the prescribed text in your own handwriting, then sign below it, and apply LTI in the designated box.
LTI procedure:
A webcam at the workstation records a live image periodically during the exam. Keep your face clearly visible and unobscured throughout. Do not cover your face with your hands or look away from the screen for extended periods.
| Rule Detail | |
| Do not start the computer until instructed | Wait for the invigilator's signal to begin |
| Read on-screen instructions fully | Instructions appear before the timer activates |
| Check workstation function | Report faulty keyboard, mouse, or screen immediately |
| Do not attempt questions before the timer activates | The system locks questions until the countdown reaches zero |
| Sign the attendance register | Mandatory before starting |
| Complete the admit card self-declaration | Fill, sign, and apply LTI at the centre before sitting |
| Rule Detail | |
| No talking to other candidates | Complete silence throughout |
| Use only official rough sheets | Write calculations on provided sheets only; no personal paper |
| No photographing or screenshotting the screen | Strictly prohibited; immediate disqualification |
| Washroom break | Permitted with invigilator escort; exam timer does not pause |
| Free navigation between sections | No sectional time limit; move between sections freely |
| No leaving before exam ends | Cannot exit before the full 90-minute duration |
The 1/3 mark deduction in RRB Group D is strict. Every wrong answer costs 0.33 marks on a 1-mark question. Disciplined accuracy is more valuable than maximum attempt count.
| Scenario Score Impact | |
| Attempt 90, 85 correct, 5 wrong | 85 minus 1.67 = 83.33 |
| Attempt 100, 85 correct, 15 wrong | 85 minus 5 = 80 |
| Attempt 88, 83 correct, 5 wrong | 83 minus 1.67 = 81.33 |
The first scenario (fewer attempts, higher accuracy) produces the best score. Attempting everything with uncertain answers costs marks through negative marking.
| Action Detail | |
| Return all rough sheets | Mandatory; submit before leaving workstation |
| Do not share exam questions | Strictly prohibited |
| Retain admit card | Required for all subsequent stages (PET, DV, Medical) |
| Check screen before leaving | Confirm all answers are marked as intended |
RRB does not prescribe a formal dress code but issues general guidance.
| Recommendation Reason | |
| Light, plain clothing | Easier security screening |
| Remove all metal accessories before leaving home | Metal detectors at entry; avoids delays |
| Flat or open footwear | Easy to remove if security requires |
| No head coverings except religious (religious coverings allowed with check) | Face must remain visible for biometric |
| Comfortable clothing for 90-minute sitting | Exam halls vary between air-conditioned and warm |
| Requirement Detail | |
| Original disability certificate | Carry to each session; self-attested copies alone insufficient |
| Extra time | 30 additional minutes (120 minutes total instead of 90) |
| Scribe | Must have been pre-declared in application; not requestable on exam day |
| Scribe eligibility | Not appearing in same cycle; not a relative; not over-qualified per rules |
| Ground-floor or accessible seating | PwBD candidates assigned accessible workstations |
| Pre-registration | All scribe and extra-time requirements must have been declared in the application |
| Item Status | |
| Admit card printed (2 copies) | Done / Print now |
| Aadhaar biometric status checked and unlocked | Verified at uidai.gov.in |
| Original Aadhaar card (or e-Aadhaar printout) | In document folder |
| Valid photo ID (original) | In folder |
| Photocopy of photo ID | In folder |
| Two to three passport-size photographs | In folder |
| Exam centre address and route | Mapped; travel time estimated |
| Departure time planned | Set for 45-60 min before gate closure |
| Alarm set and verified | Done |
| Mobile phone | Leave at home or with companion outside centre |
| Metal accessories | Removed; left at home |
| Clothing prepared | Light, simple, comfortable |
| Sleep | Aim for 7 to 8 hours |
| Self-declaration section on admit card | BLANK (fill at centre only) |
| Problem Action | |
| Forgot admit card | Entry denied; contact regional RRB helpline immediately; no on-spot duplicate |
| Aadhaar biometric locked | Cannot enter; helpline cannot resolve on the spot; prevent by checking 3 days before |
| Name mismatch between admit card and ID | Carry supporting document (Class 10 certificate or gazette notification); inform gate security proactively |
| Workstation malfunction | Inform invigilator immediately; do not attempt to fix yourself |
| Arrived after gate closure | Cannot appear; contact RRB for any rescheduling option (not guaranteed) |
| Power failure during exam | Software auto-saves all responses; remain calm |
Is Aadhaar mandatory for RRB Group D CBT 2026? Yes. Aadhaar-based biometric verification is mandatory. Carry your original Aadhaar card or an official e-Aadhaar colour printout from uidai.gov.in. Ensure the biometric is unlocked at least 3 days before the exam.
Can I carry a digital copy of the admit card on my phone? No. Only a printed hard copy is accepted. Phones are also prohibited inside the hall.
What if I reach the centre late? Entry gates close 30 minutes before the exam start. Candidates who arrive after gate closure cannot enter under any circumstances. Plan to arrive at least 45 to 60 minutes before gate closure.
Does the exam timer pause during a washroom break? No. The 90-minute exam timer continues running during any break.
Can I carry a water bottle? A transparent water bottle may be permitted at some centres. Check the specific instructions on your admit card. Do not carry opaque containers or food.
What if my Aadhaar name differs slightly from the admit card name? Carry your Class 10 certificate and Aadhaar card together. Inform the gate security about the discrepancy proactively. The biometric verification uses fingerprints, not name matching, so slight name variations are less critical than biometric availability.
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