RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 3548 Posts
Organization |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Name of Post | NTPC Graduate Posts |
Total Vacancies |
3,548 Posts |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 years (as on 01.01.2027). |
Application Start Date |
08 October 2026 |
Application Last Date |
06 November 2026 |
Qualification |
Degree |
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released CEN No. 06/2026 for recruitment to various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate posts in Indian Railways. A total of 3,548 vacancies have been announced for eligible graduate candidates.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official RRB application portal. The online application process will start on 08 October 2026 and the last date to apply is 06 November 2026.
Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification carefully before submitting the online application.
Vacancy Details
- Advertisement No. : CEN No. 06/2026
- Organization : Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Post Name : NTPC Graduate Posts
- Total Vacancies : 3,548 Posts
- Qualification : Degree from a recognized University.
- Application Mode : Online
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 years (as on 01.01.2027).
- Application Start Date : 08 October 2026
- Application Last Date : 06 November 2026
- Application Fee Last Date : 08 November 2026
- Modification Window : 09 November to 18 November 2026
- Official Website : rrb.indianrailways.gov.in
Pose Wise Vacancy Distribution
A total of 3,548 vacancies have been notified for four graduate-level posts.
| Name of Post | Posts |
|---|---|
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor |
127 |
| Goods Train Manager | 2,750 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 300 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | 371 |
| Total | 3,548 |
RRB NTPC Graduate Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent as on the closing date of the application. Candidates who are still waiting for their final examination results are NOT eligible to apply.
Age Limit: The age limit is 18 to 33 years as of January 1, 2027.
Age Relaxation :
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
SC/ST |
5 Years |
OBC-NCL |
3 Years |
PwBD – UR/EWS |
10 Years |
PwBD – OBC-NCL |
13 Years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 Years |
Other age-relaxation provisions for Ex-Servicemen, Railway employees and eligible women candidates are applicable as per the detailed notification.
RRB NTPC Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the examination fee through online mode using Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card or UPI.
| Category | Application Fee | Refund on Appearing in 1st Stage CBT |
|---|---|---|
General / Other candidates |
₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities and EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 |
The refund is applicable only to candidates who appear in the 1st Stage CBT, after deduction of applicable bank charges.
Note: EBC (Economically Backward Class) is different from OBC and EWS. Candidates claiming EBC fee concession must possess the required valid document on or before the closing date.
Selection Process
The recruitment process will consist of:
- 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
1st Stage CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
General Awareness |
40 | 40 |
Mathematics |
30 | 30 |
General Intelligence & Reasoning |
30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Exam Duration: 90 Minutes
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every wrong answer
- PwBD candidates eligible for scribe: 120 minutes
2nd Stage CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
General Awareness |
50 | 50 |
Mathematics |
35 | 35 |
General Intelligence & Reasoning |
35 | 35 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
- Exam Duration: 90 Minutes
- Total Questions: 120
- Total Marks: 120
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every wrong answer
- PwBD candidates eligible for scribe: 120 minutes
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
UR |
40% |
EWS |
40% |
OBC-NCL |
30% |
SC |
30% |
| ST | 25% |
These minimum qualifying marks are also applicable to Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates according to their respective community/category, subject to the provisions mentioned in the notification.
Medical Standards
The posts are subject to the prescribed Railway medical standards.
| Post | Medical Standard |
|---|---|
Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor |
B-2 |
Goods Train Manager |
A-2 |
Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist |
C-2 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | C-2 |
Candidates should carefully check the medical requirements before selecting their preferred post. Candidates who fail to meet the prescribed medical standard for an opted post will not be provided an alternative appointment.
Important: Candidates who have undergone LASIK or another refractive-error correction surgery are not eligible for posts requiring A-2 medical standard, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
How to Apply for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026?
- Scroll down and go to the “Important Links” section.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link.
- You will be redirected to the official RRB application portal.
- If you already created an RRB account for an earlier CEN, use the same login credentials.
- New candidates must first create an account using their active mobile number and personal Email ID.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required details correctly.
- Select one RRB and provide your preferred posts/zones according to your eligibility and interest.
- Authenticate your identity using Aadhaar or DigiLocker, as advised by RRB.
- Complete the required live photograph capturing process.
- Upload your signature and other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Carefully check all the details before submitting the application.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card or UPI.
- Submit the final application form.
- Download and keep a copy of the submitted application and fee-payment confirmation for future reference.
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FAQs – RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are available in RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026?
There are 3,548 vacancies across all RRBs.
What is the starting date to apply for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026?
The online application starts on 08 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 06 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
What is the age limit for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 01 January 2027, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the educational qualification?
Candidates must possess a degree from a recognized University or its equivalent, as prescribed for the notified posts.
What is the selection process for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes 1st Stage CBT, 2nd Stage CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
