Railways Announces 5058 Pointsman Jobs for Ex-Servicemen, Plus 22,000 Group D Vacancies

• Indian Railways to recruit 5058 Pointsmen directly from ex-servicemen on a contract basis, enhancing railway safety.
• Recruitment will be done via central/state ex-servicemen welfare boards, with a mandatory 24-day training period.
• The contract for Pointsman positions is valid until December 31, 2026, with potential for extension, but will end upon permanent candidate availability.
• This follows the recent announcement of 22,000 Group D vacancies, with applications open from January 21 to February 20, 2026.
• Pointsman roles are crucial for railway operation safety, and 34,000 such positions are currently vacant.

Why It Matters: Railways boosts safety and employment with 5058 Pointsman jobs for ex-servicemen and 22,000 Group D posts.