Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially issued the detailed advertisement for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate Posts under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 06/2026. A total of 3,548 vacancies are open for recruitment across various Railway Zones. Eligible candidates can submit online applications via rrbapply.gov.in.
This recruitment cycle covers key Non-Technical positions in Pay Levels 5 and 6 under the 7th CPC. Interested candidates with a recognized Graduation degree can apply online within the prescribed timeline.
RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 Key Highlights
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Recruitment Particulars |
Official Details |
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Exam Conducting Body |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
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Notice Number |
CEN No. 06/2026 |
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Target Cadre |
Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate Level) |
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Total Vacancies |
3,548 Posts |
| Application Start | 08 October 2026 |
| Application End | 06 November 2026 |
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Pay Band |
Level 5 & Level 6 (7th Pay Commission Scale) |
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Online Registration Period |
08 October 2026 to 06 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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Application Portal |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Matrix Breakdown
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Post Title |
Pay Level (7th CPC) |
Basic Initial Pay |
Total Openings |
|---|---|---|---|
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Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor (CCTS) |
Level 6 |
Rs.35,400/- |
127 |
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Goods Train Manager (GTM) |
Level 5 |
Rs.29,200/- |
2,750 |
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Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist (JAA) |
Level 5 |
Rs.29,200/- |
300 |
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Senior Clerk Cum Typist |
Level 5 |
Rs.29,200/- |
371 |
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Grand Total |
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3,548 Posts |
Important Dates Calendar
Detailed Notice Release
07 October 2026
Online Application Starts
08 October 2026
Last Date to Apply
06 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
Fee Payment Deadline
08 November 2026
Correction Window
09 November to 18 November 2026
Age Calculation Date
As on 01 January 2027
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
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Applicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognized University or equivalent.
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Candidates awaiting final examination results at the closing date of application submission are not eligible.
2. Age Requirements (Reckoned as on 01.01.2027)
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Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
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Maximum Age Limit: 33 Years
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Upper Age Relaxation: SC/ST candidates get 5 years, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) get 3 years, and PwBD candidates get 10 to 15 years relaxation as per Central Government norms.
3. Application Fee Structure
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General / OBC / EWS Candidates: Rs.500/- (An amount of Rs.400/- is refunded after appearing in Stage-1 CBT).
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SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / Minorities / EBC Candidates: Rs.250/- (Entire fee of Rs.250/- is refunded after appearing in Stage-1 CBT).
Selection Process & Examination Scheme
The recruitment selection process comprises four sequential stages:
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Stage 1 Computer Based Test (CBT-1): Screening test common for all notified posts.
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Stage 2 Computer Based Test (CBT-2): Post-level test for candidates shortlisted from Stage-1.
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Document Verification (DV): Verification of academic, category, and identity credentials.
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Medical Fitness Test: Comprehensive medical examination according to prescribed standards (e.g., A-2, B-2, C-2 medical categories).
CBT Stage-1 Pattern (100 Questions | 90 Minutes)
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Subject |
Number of Questions |
Marks |
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General Awareness |
40 Questions |
40 Marks |
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Mathematics |
30 Questions |
30 Marks |
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General Intelligence & Reasoning |
30 Questions |
30 Marks |
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Total |
100 Questions |
100 Marks |
Note: Negative marking of 1/3rd mark is applicable for every incorrect answer in both CBT-1 and CBT-2.
How to Apply Online for RRB NTPC Graduate 2026
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Visit the unified Railway recruitment website at rrbapply.gov.in.
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Create a user profile by clicking on "Create an Account" and completing mobile/email OTP authentication.
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Authenticate your identity using Aadhaar or DigiLocker.
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Log in using your credentials and select CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate Posts).
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Select your preferred RRB zone and fill in educational details, community category, and preferences.
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Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature in the required format.
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Pay the required application fee via UPI, Internet Banking, or Debit/Credit Cards.
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Submit the completed application and print out the confirmation acknowledgement receipt.
Official Links Gateway
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Resource |
Direct Link |
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RRB NTPC 2026 Apply Online Gateway |
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Official Indian Railways Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1: What is the total vacancy count for RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 (CEN 06/2026)?
The notification provides a total of 3,548 vacancies across four Graduate-level posts.
2: What is the last date to submit the RRB NTPC Graduate application form?
Online registrations close on 06 November 2026 at 11:59 PM, with fee payments accepted up to 08 November 2026.
3: Is there a skill/typing test in CEN 06/2026?
No separate CBTST typing skill test stage is conducted during the initial selection process; typing proficiency for typist posts is assessed after joining.
