Key Takeaways
- The RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 is out with 3,548 vacancies across various posts.
- Applications open from 8 October 2026 to 6 November 2026, with an online portal for submissions.
- Candidates must be aged between 18 to 33 years and have a graduate degree to apply for the positions.
- Selection involves CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification and Medical Examination. No CBAT is applicable under CEN 06/2026, while the Computer Based Typing Skill Test has been dispensed with for the two typist posts.
- Initial pay for positions ranges from ₹29,200 to ₹35,400 based on pay levels.
The RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 has been released under CEN 06/2026 for 3,548 vacancies. The recruitment covers Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist and Senior Clerk cum Typist posts. Online applications have started from 8 October to 6 November 2026 through the official RRB application portal. Candidates can check vacancies, eligibility, age limit, application fee, selection process, exam pattern, salary and medical standards below.
Is RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 Out?
Yes, the RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 is out under CEN 06/2026. A total of 3,548 vacancies have been announced across four Graduate Level posts.
RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 Overview
The table below provides an overview of RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 for Graduate Posts:
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Recruitment | RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 |
| CEN Number | 06/2026 |
| Notification Status | Detailed Notification Released |
| Vacancies | 3,548 |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Pay Levels | Level 5 & Level 6 |
| Age Limit | 18–33 years as on 1 January 2027 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 8 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 8 November 2026 |
| Modification Window | 9 to 18 November 2026 |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Application Portal | rrbapply.gov.in |
What has changed in RRB NTPC Graduate 2026?
The RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 introduces important changes in vacancies, available posts, and the selection process under CEN 06/2026. A total of 3,548 vacancies across four posts have been announced, with Station Master and Traffic Assistant excluded from this recruitment cycle. The Typing Skill Test has also been discontinued for the two typist posts. Candidates can check the table below to understand the key details of the 2026 recruitment.
| Point | 2026 position |
| Vacancies | 3,548 |
| Number of notified posts | 4 |
| Station Master | Not in CEN 06/2026 |
| Traffic Assistant | Not in CEN 06/2026 |
| Typing Skill Test | Dispensed with for JAA cum Typist and Senior Clerk cum Typist |
| CBAT | Not part of CEN 06/2026 |
| CBT 1 | 100 questions, 90 minutes |
| CBT 2 | 120 questions, 90 minutes |
| CBT 2 shortlisting | Normally 15× community-wise vacancies |
| DV shortlisting | 1:1 against vacancies |
RRB NTPC Graduate Important Dates 2026
The Graduate Recruitment schedule has been announced through the detailed notification except RRB NTPC Exam Date.
| Event | Date / Status |
| Indicative Notice | 26 September 2026 |
| Detailed CEN 06/2026 | Released |
| Application Start Date | 8 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 8 November 2026 |
| Application Modification Window | 9 to 18 November 2026 |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| City Intimation Slip | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card | To Be Announced |
How many vacancies are there in RRB NTPC Graduate 2026?
There are 3,548 RRB NTPC Graduate Vacancies under CEN 06/2026. Goods Train Manager has the highest number of vacancies with 2,750 posts.
| Post | Vacancies |
| 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 Posts 2026
The Graduate Level Recruitment includes four posts under Pay Levels 5 and 6.
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | ₹35,400 |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
RRB NTPC Graduate Eligibility 2026
Candidates applying for Graduate Level posts must satisfy the RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria conditions prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Boards. The basic educational requirement is a degree from a recognized university or its equivalent, while the age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027. Candidates awaiting the result of their final qualifying examination are not eligible to apply.
RRB NTPC Graduate Age Limit 2026
The age limit for RRB NTPC Graduate posts under CEN 06/2026 is 18 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027. The CEN gives the precise DOB windows:
| Category | Date of birth not earlier than |
| UR/EWS | 2 January 1994 |
| OBC-NCL | 2 January 1991 |
| SC/ST | 2 January 1989 |
| All categories – not born after | 1 January 2009 |
Age Relaxations:
RRB NTPC Graduate Notification provides following relaxations:
| Category | Age Relaxation / Maximum Age Provision |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD OBC-NCL | 13 years |
| PwBD SC/ST | 15 years |
Other applicable relaxations are available for Ex-Servicemen, eligible serving Railway staff, widowed/divorced women and specified categories as prescribed in the notification.
RRB NTPC Graduate Educational Qualification 2026
Candidates applying for RRB NTPC Graduate posts must possess a degree from a recognized university or its equivalent by the closing date of the online application. Candidates who are awaiting the final result of their prescribed educational qualification should not apply.
RRB NTPC Graduate Apply Online 2026
The RRB NTPC Apply Online for Graduate posts is scheduled to begin on 8 October 2026 and close on 6 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates will be able to apply online through:
How to Apply for RRB NTPC Graduate 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the RRB NTPC Graduate application:
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in.
- Create an account or use an existing RRB account created during earlier 2024, 2025 or 2026 CENs.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Select only one RRB.
- Provide Post/Zone preferences.
- Complete Aadhaar/DigiLocker identity verification, where applicable.
- Capture the required live photograph.
- Upload the scanned signature and applicable documents.
- Pay the examination fee.
- Review the application carefully.
- Submit the application and save the confirmation.
Candidates can make permitted corrections during the 9 to 18 November 2026 modification window by paying the prescribed modification fee. Details entered in “Create an Account” and the chosen RRB cannot be modified.
RRB NTPC Graduate Application Fee 2026
The RRB NTPC Graduate application fee ranges from ₹250 to ₹500, depending on the category.
| Category | Application Fee | Refund after appearing in CBT 1 |
| All candidates except concessional categories | ₹500 | ₹400 after applicable bank charges |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 after applicable bank charges |
The refund will be credited to the Aadhaar-seeded bank account of eligible candidates who appear in CBT 1.
RRB NTPC Graduate Selection Process 2026
The established RRB NTPC Selection Process for Graduate post under CEN 06/2026 consists of CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification and Medical Examination for all four notified posts.
| Post | Selection Process |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, Medical |
| Goods Train Manager | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, Medical |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, Medical |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, Medical |
RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 1 Exam Pattern
Under the established RRB NTPC Exam Pattern, CBT 1 consists of:
| 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 per incorrect answer
- Eligible candidates using a scribe will get 120 minutes.
CBT 1 is primarily used for shortlisting candidates for CBT 2.
RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Exam Pattern
Under the established pattern, CBT 2 consists of:
| 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 each incorrect answer
- Eligible candidates using a scribe will get 120 minutes.
Is there a Typing Skill Test in RRB NTPC Graduate 2026?
No. The Computer Based Typing Skill Test has been dispensed with under CEN 06/2026 for Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist and Senior Clerk cum Typist. Candidates selected for these posts are still expected to possess basic typing and computer proficiency, which may be assessed after joining.
Is CBAT included in RRB NTPC Graduate 2026?
No. CBAT is not part of the selection process under CEN 06/2026. Station Master and Traffic Assistant, for which aptitude testing was applicable in the previous cycle, are not included in the current Graduate recruitment.
RRB NTPC Graduate Salary 2026
The Graduate posts fall under Pay Level 5 and Level 6 under RRB NTPC Salary with initial pay ranging between ₹29,200 and ₹35,400.
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 6 | ₹35,400 |
| Goods Train Manager | 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 5 | ₹29,200 |
Employees will also receive applicable allowances and benefits according to Railway and Central Government rules.
RRB NTPC Graduate Medical Standards
Medical standards differ according to the Graduate post selected by the candidate.
| Post | Medical Standard |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | B2 |
| Goods Train Manager | A2 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | C2 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | C2 |
Candidates must ensure that they satisfy the prescribed medical standard before selecting their post preferences. Candidates found medically unsuitable for an opted post will not be provided an alternative appointment.
RRB NTPC Graduate Admit Card 2026
The RRB NTPC Admit Card for Graduate posts has not been released. The sequence will generally be: Application → Application Status → CBT 1 Schedule → City Intimation → E-Call Letter → CBT 1. The CBT 1 exam date and admit card schedule will be announced separately.
RRB NTPC Graduate Exam Date 2026
The RRB NTPC Graduate Exam Date CBT 1 for Graduate posts has not yet been announced. Candidates should avoid relying on unofficial exam-date claims until the Railway Recruitment Boards publish the examination schedule.
FAQs
Yes. The detailed RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 has been released under CEN 06/2026.
A total of 3,548 Graduate Level vacancies have been announced.
The Graduate recruitment is being conducted under CEN No. 06/2026.
Online applications have started on 8 October 2026.
The last date is 6 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
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