The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 06/2026 for recruitment to various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate posts in Indian Railways. A total of 3,548 vacancies are available for eligible graduate candidates across different RRBs and Railway Zones.
The online application process begins on 08 October 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online up to 06 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Organization :Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Recruitment :RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026
- CEN Number :CEN 06/2026
- Posts :NTPC Graduate Posts
- Total Vacancies : 3,548
- Qualification : Degree from a recognized University or equivalent
- Age Limit : 18–33 Years
- Pay Level : Level 5 & Level 6
- Initial Pay : ₹29,200 / ₹35,400
- Application Mode : Online
- Application Start Date : 08 October 2026
- Last Date : 06 November 2026
The notification specifies that the vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease according to Railway Administration requirements.
RRB NTPC Graduate Vacancy 2026
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced 3,548 vacancies under CEN No. 06/2026 for various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate posts. The recruitment is being conducted by the Ministry of Railways, Government of India.
The vacancies are available for the following posts:
- - Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor – 127 vacancies
- - Goods Train Manager – 2,750 vacancies
- - Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist – 300 vacancies
- - Senior Clerk Cum Typist – 371 vacancies
Among these, Goods Train Manager has the highest number of vacancies with 2,750 posts.
The posts are offered under Pay Level 5 and Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC. The initial pay is ₹29,200 for Level 5 posts and ₹35,400 for Level 6 posts.
Candidates should note that the above vacancy numbers are the total vacancies across all RRBs and the detailed RRB-wise/zone-wise distribution is provided in the official CEN 06/2026 notification.
The detailed RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise vacancy distribution is provided in Annexure B of the official notification.
RRB NTPC Vacancy – Post Wise
Goods Train Manager has the highest number of vacancies with 2,750 posts, followed by Senior Clerk Cum Typist with 371 posts, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist with 300 posts and Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor with 127 posts.
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 must possess the prescribed minimum educational qualification from a recognized University/Institution on or before the closing date of the online application.
For the notified posts, the minimum educational qualification specified in Annexure A is a Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent.
Candidates who are waiting for the final results of the prescribed qualification on the closing date are not eligible to apply.
RRB NTPC Graduate Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 01 January 2027.
Age Limit
- - Minimum Age: 18 Years
- - Maximum Age: 33 Years
The notification specifies the relevant date-of-birth conditions for the 18–33 age group.
Age Relaxation
Category Upper 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 specific relaxations are available for eligible Ex-Servicemen, serving Railway employees and certain other categories as prescribed in the notification.
RRB NTPC Salary 2026
The initial pay under the 7th Central Pay Commission is:
- - Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor: ₹35,400 per month – Level 6
- - Goods Train Manager: ₹29,200 per month – Level 5
- - Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist: ₹29,200 per month – Level 5
- - Senior Clerk Cum Typist: ₹29,200 per month – Level 5
The figures above are the initial basic pay specified in the notification, not an estimate of total monthly take-home salary.
RRB NTPC Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of:
1. 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
2. 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
3. Document Verification
4. Medical Examination
Selection is based on merit through the prescribed recruitment stages. RRB also reserves the right to conduct additional CBTs if necessary.
Important Update: No Typing Skill Test
For CEN 06/2026, the typing skill test for:
- Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist
- Senior Clerk Cum Typist
has been dispensed with.
However, candidates are expected to have basic computer and adequate typing proficiency. The notification states that proficiency will be assessed after joining, and unsatisfactory performance may affect or delay confirmation or promotion.
RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Pattern
The 1st Stage CBT is common for all notified posts.
Subject Questions
- General Awareness : 40
- Mathematics: 30
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30
- Total: 100
- - Total Questions: 100
- - Total Marks: 100
- - Duration: 90 minutes
- - Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for each wrong answer
For eligible PwBD/PwD candidates using a scribe, the examination duration is 120 minutes.
The first-stage CBT is primarily a screening test, and normalized marks are used for shortlisting candidates for the second-stage CBT.
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Pattern
Candidates shortlisted for the second-stage CBT are selected based on normalized CBT 1 marks.
The notification states that normally candidates up to 15 times the community-wise vacancies of posts notified against the RRB may be shortlisted for CBT 2, subject to the RRB's provisions.
- CBT 2 Pattern
- Subject Questions
- General Awareness 50
- Mathematics 35
- General Intelligence & Reasoning 35
- Total 120
- - Total Questions: 120
- - Duration: 90 minutes
- - Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every wrong answer
- For eligible PwBD/PwD candidates with the prescribed functional limitation in writing, the duration is 120 minutes.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Category Minimum Qualifying Percentage
- UR 40%
- EWS 40%
- OBC-NCL 30%
- SC 30%
- ST 25%
The notification also provides for a possible relaxation of up to 2 marks for PwBD candidates in specified circumstances.
RRB NTPC Exam Syllabus
The CBTs include questions from the following major areas:
Mathematics
Topics include:
- - Number System
- - Decimals and Fractions
- - LCM and HCF
- - Ratio and Proportion
- - Percentage
- - Mensuration
- - Time and Work
- - Time and Distance
- - Simple and Compound Interest
- - Profit and Loss
- - Elementary Algebra
- - Geometry and Trigonometry
- - Elementary Statistics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Important areas include:
- - Analogies
- - Number and Alphabetical Series
- - Coding and Decoding
- - Mathematical Operations
- - Similarities and Differences
- - Relationships
- - Analytical Reasoning
- - Syllogism
- - Venn Diagrams
- - Puzzles
- - Data Sufficiency
- - Statement and Conclusion
- - Decision Making
- - Maps
- - Graph Interpretation
- General Awareness
- The syllabus covers:
- - Current Affairs
- - Games and Sports
- - Indian Art and Culture
- - Indian Literature
- - Indian History and Freedom Struggle
- - Geography
- - Indian Polity and Constitution
- - General Science and Life Science
- - Computer Basics
- - Transport Systems in India
- - Indian Economy
- - Government Schemes
- - Important Government and Public Sector Organizations
- - Important Personalities
- - Environment and related topics.
RRB NTPC Application Fee
The examination fee is:
- General Category- ₹500
- Out of this, ₹400 will be refunded, after applicable bank charges, to candidates who appear in the 1st Stage CBT.
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minority/EBC Candidates -₹250
- The ₹250 fee will be refunded, after applicable bank charges, upon appearing in the 1st Stage CBT.
Fee payment is accepted online only through internet banking, debit/credit cards or UPI.
Important Dates – RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026
- Indicative Notice: 26 September 2026
- Online Application Starts :08 October 2026
- Online Application Last Date: 06 November 2026, 11:59 PM
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 08 November 2026
- Modification Window: 09 November to 18 November 2026
Details entered while creating the account and the chosen RRB cannot be modified during the modification window.
How to Apply for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
1. Visit the official RRB website.
2. Read CEN 06/2026 carefully.
3. Create an account if you do not already have an RRB account.
4. Candidates who created an account during earlier RRB CENs should use the same credentials.
5. Select CEN 06/2026 NTPC Graduate.
6. Select only one RRB.
7. Enter the required personal, educational and other details.
8. Upload the required documents/live photograph and signature as instructed.
9. Pay the applicable examination fee online.
10. Submit the application.
11. Save/print the final application for future reference.
The notification specifically states that a candidate can apply to only one RRB. Submitting applications to more than one RRB can result in rejection of all applications and debarment from future RRB/RRC examinations.
Official RRB Website: rrb.indianrailways.gov.in
Online Application: RRB Apply – Official Application Portal
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates should keep their active mobile number and personal email ID throughout the recruitment process because RRB may communicate important recruitment information through SMS and email.
Candidates should also:
- - Apply only through the official RRB website/application portal.
- - Check eligibility before submitting the application.
- - Ensure their educational qualification is completed by the closing date.
- - Carefully select their RRB because the choice is final.
- - Avoid submitting multiple applications.
- - Keep required certificates ready for Document Verification.
- - Regularly check official RRB websites for CBT and DV updates.
- - Beware of fake websites, brokers and job racketeers.
The notification itself warns candidates to rely on the unified official RRB website for authentic recruitment information.
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
How many vacancies are available in RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026?
There are 3,548 vacancies under CEN 06/2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 06 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
What is the qualification for RRB NTPC Graduate posts?
Candidates must possess a degree from a recognized University or its equivalent, as prescribed for the notified posts.
What is the age limit?
The prescribed age group is 18 to 33 years as on 01 January 2027, subject to applicable age relaxation.
Is there a typing test?
No. The typing skill test for Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist and Senior Clerk Cum Typist has been dispensed with under CEN 06/2026.
What is the salary?
The initial pay ranges from ₹29,200 to ₹35,400, depending on the post.
How can I apply?
Applications must be submitted online through the official RRB application system.
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 –
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 is a major Railway recruitment opportunity offering 3,548 vacancies for graduates across India. With posts such as Goods Train Manager, Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist and Senior Clerk Cum Typist, candidates looking for Central Government and Railway jobs can consider this notification.
Eligible candidates should complete their applications before 06 November 2026 and carefully verify their eligibility, preferred RRB, documents and application details before final submission.