RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026
CEN 06/2026 – 3,548 Graduate Level Posts | Complete Details, Vacancy, Exam Pattern & How to Apply
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1. Recruitment Overview
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| Conducting Body |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification Number |
CEN No. 06/2026 |
| Recruitment Name |
Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) – Graduate Level |
| Total Vacancies |
3,548 Posts |
| Pay Levels |
Level 5 & Level 6 (7th CPC) |
| Starting Basic Pay |
₹29,200 to ₹35,400 + Allowances |
| Application Mode |
Online only |
| Official Apply Portal |
rrbapply.gov.in |
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2. Important Dates
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| Indicative Notice |
26 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts |
08 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
06 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
08 November 2026 |
| Application Modification Window |
09 November to 18 November 2026 (₹250 fee) |
| CBT 1, CBT 2, DV & Medical |
To be announced later |
Apply early. Do not wait for the last day. Keep checking the official portal for exam dates.
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3. Post-Wise Vacancy & Salary Details
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| Post Name |
Vacancies |
Pay Level |
Initial Basic Pay |
Medical Standard |
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor |
127 |
Level 6 |
₹35,400 |
B2 |
| Goods Train Manager |
2,750 |
Level 5 |
₹29,200 |
A2 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist |
300 |
Level 5 |
₹29,200 |
C2 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist |
371 |
Level 5 |
₹29,200 |
C2 |
| Total |
3,548 |
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Goods Train Manager has the highest number of posts. Vacancies are provisional and may change as per Railway requirements.
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4. Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have a Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent.
- The degree must be completed on or before the last date of application (06 November 2026).
- Candidates waiting for final results are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2027)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
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
- Ex-Servicemen – As per rules after deducting service period
Nationality
- Must be a citizen of India (or other categories as per official notification).
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⚠ Important Note: There is no Typing Skill Test for Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist and Senior Clerk Cum Typist under this CEN. However, basic computer and typing knowledge will be checked after joining.
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5. Selection Process
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The selection will be done in these stages:
- 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT 1)
- 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT 2)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates will be shortlisted for Document Verification approximately in the ratio of 1:1 based on merit and vacancies. |
6. Exam Pattern – CBT 1 & CBT 2
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CBT 1 Pattern
| Subject |
Questions |
Marks |
| General Awareness |
40 |
40 |
| Mathematics |
30 |
30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
30 |
30 |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
Duration: 90 minutes | Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every wrong answer
CBT 2 Pattern
| Subject |
Questions |
Marks |
| General Awareness |
50 |
50 |
| Mathematics |
35 |
35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
35 |
35 |
| Total |
120 |
120 |
Duration: 90 minutes | Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every wrong answer
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- UR / EWS – 40%
- OBC-NCL – 30%
- SC – 30%
- ST – 25%
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7. Application Fee
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| Category |
Fee |
| All candidates (except concession categories) |
₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT 1) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC |
₹250 (full amount refunded after appearing in CBT 1) |
Fee can be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI. Refund is given only if you appear in the 1st Stage CBT.
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8. How to Apply Online – Step by Step
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- Visit the official website https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
- Click on CEN No. 06/2026 – NTPC Graduate
- Create a new account (or login if you already have one from previous RRB exams)
- Complete Aadhaar / DigiLocker verification if required
- Select only one RRB carefully
- Fill personal, educational and category details
- Choose post preferences and Railway / Production Unit preferences
- Capture live photograph through webcam / mobile camera (plain white background)
- Upload signature (JPG/JPEG, 30–49 KB, minimum 140×60 pixels)
- Pay the application fee
- Preview all details carefully and submit the form
- Save the registration number and print the application for future use
Important: Submit only one application. Multiple applications will lead to rejection and debarment. |
9. Useful Preparation Tips
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- General Awareness: Focus on Current Affairs (last 6–12 months), Indian Railways, History, Geography, Polity, Economy and Science.
- Mathematics: Practice Number System, Percentage, Ratio, Time & Work, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration and Data Interpretation.
- Reasoning: Strengthen Coding-Decoding, Series, Analogy, Blood Relation, Direction, Puzzle and Syllogism.
- Solve previous year papers and take mock tests regularly.
- Manage time well – practice full-length tests within 90 minutes.
- Keep documents ready: Degree certificate, mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar, etc.
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10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Q1. How many vacancies are there in RRB NTPC Graduate 2026?
Total 3,548 vacancies under CEN 06/2026.Q2. What is the last date to apply?
06 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Q3. What is the age limit?
18 to 33 years as on 01 January 2027 (with relaxation for reserved categories).
Q4. Is Typing Test required?
No. Typing Skill Test has been removed for this notification.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹500 for general candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/Female/PwBD etc. Partial or full refund after appearing in CBT 1.
Q6. Can I apply for more than one RRB?
No. You can apply to only one RRB.
Q7. When will the exam be held?
CBT dates will be announced later on the official RRB websites.
Q8. Where can I apply?
Only through the official portal: rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Links
Apply Online: rrbapply.gov.in
06/2026 Notification PDF: click here
Official RRB Website: rrb.indianrailways.gov.in
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Apply before 06 November 2026. Keep checking the official website for CBT dates, admit card and further updates.
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