RRB NTPC Notification 2026 Out for 5165 Graduate & UG Level Vacancie
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 short notification for a total of 5,165 vacancies under Graduate and Undergraduate (12th Level) categories. The recruitment will be conducted through CEN 06/2026 for Graduate posts and CEN 07/2026 for Undergraduate posts.
Candidates who have completed their Graduation can apply for Graduate-level posts, while candidates who have passed Class 12th can apply for Undergraduate-level posts. The detailed notification for Graduate posts is scheduled to be released on 7 October 2026, while the detailed Undergraduate notification will be released on 14 October 2026.
RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Recruitment | RRB NTPC 2026 |
| Graduate CEN | CEN 06/2026 |
| Undergraduate CEN | CEN 07/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 5,165 Posts |
| Graduate Vacancies | 3,477 Posts |
| Undergraduate Vacancies | 1,688 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Graduate Qualification | Graduation |
| UG Qualification | 12th Pass |
| Graduate Age Limit | 18–33 Years |
| UG Age Limit | 18–30 Years |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
The Railway Board has approved 3,477 Graduate-level and 1,688 Undergraduate-level vacancies, taking the total to 5,165 posts.
RRB NTPC 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Graduate Level | Undergraduate Level |
|---|---|---|
| Short Notification | 21 September 2026 | 21 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | 7 October 2026 | 14 October 2026 |
| Application Starts | 8 October 2026 | 15 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 November 2026 | 13 November 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 8 November 2026 | 15 November 2026 |
Candidates should carefully check the detailed notification before submitting their application form.
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2026
A total of 5,165 vacancies have been announced under the Graduate and Undergraduate categories.
Graduate Level – 3,477 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | 2,750 |
| Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor | 56 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | 300 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 371 |
| Total | 3,477 |
Undergraduate / 12th Level – 1,688 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Trains Clerk | 188 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 700 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 200 |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 600 |
| Total | 1,688 |
Thus, the combined RRB NTPC 2026 vacancy stands at 5,165 posts.
Educational Qualification
Graduate Level Posts
Candidates applying for Graduate-level NTPC posts must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university/institution.
Graduate-level posts include:
- Goods Train Manager
- Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor
- Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist
- Senior Clerk cum Typist
Undergraduate / 12th Level Posts
Candidates applying for Undergraduate-level posts must have passed Class 12th (+2 Stage) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Posts include:
- Junior Clerk cum Typist
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist
- Trains Clerk
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
Typing proficiency on a computer in English/Hindi, wherever prescribed for the post, is also required.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 01 January 2027.
- Graduate Level: 18 to 33 years
- 12th Level: 18 to 30 years
Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per Railway Recruitment Board rules.
Application Fee
The application fee prescribed for the previous RRB NTPC cycle was:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward | ₹250 |
The final fee structure and refund provisions for the 2026 recruitment should be confirmed from the respective detailed CEN before applying.
RRB NTPC 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for RRB NTPC includes different stages depending on the post:
CBT 1 → CBT 2 → Typing Skill Test / Computer Based Aptitude Test (where applicable) → Document Verification → Medical Examination
For example, Goods Train Manager and Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor are selected through CBT 1 and CBT 2, while typist posts additionally require a typing skill test.
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern
CBT 1
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 90 Minutes
CBT 2
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Duration: 90 Minutes
There is a negative marking of 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer in the CBT examinations.
RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026
The major subjects covered in the examination are:
Mathematics
- Number System
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Profit and Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time and Work
- Time and Distance
- Mensuration
- Elementary Algebra
- Geometry and Trigonometry
- LCM & HCF
- Statistics
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies
- Coding-Decoding
- Series
- Syllogism
- Venn Diagrams
- Puzzles
- Data Sufficiency
- Analytical Reasoning
- Statement & Conclusion
- Decision Making
- Mathematical Operations
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- General Science
- Indian History
- Geography
- Indian Polity
- Indian Economy
- Sports
- Art & Culture
- Computer Basics
- Government Schemes
- Important Organizations
- Environment
- Important National & International Events
RRB NTPC Salary
The initial basic pay varies according to the post and pay level.
Some examples include:
- Junior Clerk cum Typist: ₹19,900
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist: ₹19,900
- Trains Clerk: ₹19,900
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk: ₹21,700
- Goods Train Manager: ₹29,200
- Senior Clerk cum Typist: ₹29,200
- Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist: ₹29,200
- Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor: ₹35,400
Eligible employees may also receive applicable allowances and benefits such as DA, TA, HRA, medical benefits and pension-related benefits.
How to Apply for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official RRB application portal.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official RRB website/application portal.
- Select the relevant RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment link.
- Choose the appropriate CEN — CEN 06/2026 (Graduate) or CEN 07/2026 (Undergraduate).
- Complete the registration process using the required details.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Review all entered information before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Irtant Note for Candidates
RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment is being conducted separately for Graduate and Undergraduate levels. Candidates should check the detailed CEN, post-wise eligibility, medical standards, reservation provisions and other conditions before submitting the form.
The Graduate application window is scheduled from 8 October to 6 November 2026, while the Undergraduate application window is scheduled from 15 October to 13 November 2026.
Official Website
Official Website: rrb.indianrailways.gov.in
