Railway Group D Age Limit 2026 — Category-Wise Requirements &
Last updated: 7 March 2026
Railway Group D 2026 Overview
The Railway Group D Age Limit is relatively generous compared to other government exams, with an upper limit of 33 years for General category. This wider window makes Group D accessible to a larger candidate pool, including those who may have missed the age window for exams like SSC CGL or CHSL.
Railway Group D 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age (General): 33 years
- Maximum Age (OBC): 36 years (3 years relaxation)
- Maximum Age (SC/ST): 38 years (5 years relaxation)
Category-Wise Age Relaxation
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD (General): 10 years | PwBD (OBC): 13 years | PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: deduction of military service + 3 years
- Existing Railway employees: upper limit relaxed up to 40 years
Railway Group D has one of the most relaxed age limits among government exams, making it popular among candidates who have crossed the age limit for SSC or banking exams. Use our Age Calculator to verify your eligibility.
Key Points
- Age is calculated as per the closing date of application as notified by RRBs/RRCs
- DOB is verified from the matriculation (10th) certificate
- The generous 33-year limit means candidates born between 1993-2008 are likely eligible in 2026
- Ex-servicemen get significant relaxation, making railway Group D popular among veterans
Railway Group D Age Limit — Detailed Breakdown
Age Limit Summary
- General: 18–33 years
- OBC: 18–36 years
- SC/ST: 18–38 years
- PwBD: 18–43 years (Gen) / 46 (OBC) / 48 (SC/ST)
Check Your Age Eligibility
Check if you meet the age requirement for Railway Group D. Our calculator shows your exact age on the cut-off date with category-wise relaxation (OBC, SC/ST, PH, Ex-Servicemen).
- ✓ Enter DOB and cut-off date
- ✓ Category-wise age relaxation
- ✓ Preset cut-off dates for major exams
Railway Group D 2026 – FAQs
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