RRB NTPC Notification 2026
RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 Out for 3,548 Vacancies
RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 has been released under CEN 06/2026 for 3,548 vacancies. Online applications are accepted from 8 October to 6 November 2026.
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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Short Notice Released for 1,688 Vacancies
RRB NTPC Undergraduate short notice has been released under CEN 07/2026 for 1,688 tentative vacancies. Applications are tentatively scheduled from 15 October to 13 November 2026.
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RRB NTPC Apply Online 2026
RRB NTPC Graduate Applications Start from 8 October
RRB NTPC Graduate applications under CEN 06/2026 are scheduled from 8 October to 6 November 2026 for 3,548 vacancies.
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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Apply Online 2026
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Applications Start from 15 October
RRB NTPC Undergraduate applications under CEN 07/2026 are tentatively scheduled from 15 October to 13 November 2026 for 1,688 vacancies.
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RRB NTPC Exam Date 2026
RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Date for Graduate & UG Awaited
RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam dates for CEN 06/2026 Graduate and CEN 07/2026 Undergraduate recruitment are yet to be announced.
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The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the RRB NTPC Graduate Level Notification 2026 under CEN No. 06/2026 for 3,548 vacancies. The Graduate Level application process is started from 8th October to 6th November 2026. The RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level recruitment under CEN No. 07/2026 will be released separately for 1,688 tentative vacancies, with applications expected from 15th October to 13th November 2026. Candidates can check the notification PDF, vacancies, eligibility, posts, salary, selection process, exam pattern, and other recruitment updates in this article.
Is the RRB NTPC 2026 Notification Out?
Yes, the RRB NTPC Graduate Level Notification 2026 is out under CEN No. 06/2026 for 3,548 vacancies. The online application window will remain open from 8th October to 6th November 2026. The RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level recruitment under CEN No. 07/2026 will be released separately for 1,688 tentative vacancies, with the application process expected from 15th October to 13th November 2026.
From where can I download the RRB NTPC 2026 Notification PDF?
Candidates can download the RRB NTPC Graduate Level Notification 2026 PDF from the direct link given below. The Undergraduate Level detailed notification under CEN No. 07/2026 will be released separately and should also be checked through the official RRB portal once available.
RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 Overview
The RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 is being conducted separately for Graduate Level and Undergraduate Level posts. The Graduate Level detailed notification has been released for 3,548 vacancies, while the Undergraduate Level recruitment currently includes 1,688 tentative vacancies.
| Particular | Graduate Level | Undergraduate Level |
|---|
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Recruitment | RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 | RRB NTPC Undergraduate 2026 |
| CEN Number | 06/2026 | 07/2026 |
| Notice Type | Detailed Notification Released | Short/Indicative Notice |
| Vacancies | 3,548 | 1,688 Tentative |
| Pay Level | Level 5 & Level 6 | Level 2 & Level 3 |
| Application Mode | Online | Online |
| Application Starts | 8 October 2026 | 15 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 November 2026, 11:59 PM | 13 November 2026, 11:59 PM (Tentative) |
| Age Limit | 18–33 years as on 1 January 2027 | Detailed CEN to confirm |
| Medical Standard | A2, B2 & C2 depending on post | Detailed CEN to confirm |
| Detailed Notification | Released | Awaited |
| Application Portal | rrbapply.gov.in | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB NTPC Application Dates 2026
The Graduate Level application schedule has now been confirmed through the detailed CEN 06/2026, while the Undergraduate Level dates are based on the indicative notice and will be confirmed through CEN 07/2026.
| Event | Graduate Level | Undergraduate Level |
|---|
| Short/Indicative Notice | Released | Released |
| Detailed Notification | Released | To be released |
| Application Start Date | 8 October 2026 | 15 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 November 2026, 11:59 PM | 13 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 8 November 2026 | To be confirmed |
| Modification Window | 9 to 18 November 2026 | To be confirmed |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | To be announced | To be announced |
| Admit Card | To be announced | To be announced |
What is RRB NTPC Last Date to Apply 2026?
The RRB NTPC last date to apply differs for Graduate and Undergraduate Level recruitment.
- Graduate Level: The last date to apply is 6th November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Undergraduate Level: The last date to apply is 13th November 2026 at 11:59 PM, as per the indicative schedule.
The Graduate Level application window will remain open from 8th October to 6th November 2026, while the Undergraduate Level application window is scheduled from 15th October to 13th November 2026.
What is RRB NTPC Exam Date 2026?
The RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Date 2026 has not yet been announced for either Graduate or Undergraduate Level recruitment.
| Event | Graduate Level | Undergraduate Level |
|---|
| Short Notice | Released | Released |
| Detailed Notification | Released | Awaited |
| Apply Online Start Date | 8 October 2026 | 15 October 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 6 November 2026 | 13 November 2026 |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | To be announced | To be announced |
| RRB NTPC Admit Card | To be announced | To be announced |
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2026
A total of 5,236 RRB NTPC Vacancies have been announced/indicated across Graduate and Undergraduate recruitment.
| Recruitment Level | CEN | Vacancies |
|---|
| Graduate Level | CEN 06/2026 | 3,548 |
| Undergraduate Level | CEN 07/2026 | 1,688 Tentative |
| Total | — | 5,236 |
The RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 detailed notification confirms 3,548 vacancies. The post-wise, category-wise, and RRB-wise vacancy distribution for Graduate Level is available in the detailed CEN, while the Undergraduate vacancy count remains tentative until its detailed notification is released.
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How many Undergraduate vacancies are there in RRB NTPC 2026?
The RRB NTPC Undergraduate Short Notice 2026 has announced 1,688 tentative vacancies under CEN No. 07/2026.
These vacancies are for various Non-Technical Popular Categories (Undergraduate) posts at Pay Level 2 and Level 3 under the 7th CPC.
| Particular | Details |
|---|
| Recruitment Level | Undergraduate |
| CEN Number | 07/2026 |
| Tentative Vacancies | 1,688 |
| Pay Level | Level 2 & Level 3 |
| Qualification Level | Undergraduate/12th-level recruitment |
| Application Starts | 15 October 2026 |
| Application Closes | 13 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
How many Graduate vacancies are there in RRB NTPC 2026?
The RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 has announced 3,548 vacancies under CEN No. 06/2026. The post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution is given below.
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | EWS | Total |
|---|
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 61 | 19 | 6 | 32 | 9 | 127 |
| Goods Train Manager | 1,166 | 424 | 220 | 687 | 253 | 2,750 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | 121 | 47 | 35 | 74 | 23 | 300 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 169 | 63 | 39 | 80 | 20 | 371 |
| Total | 1,517 | 553 | 300 | 873 | 305 | 3,548 |
Who is eligible for NTPC 2026?
The RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria focuses on three main factors: age limit, educational qualification, and nationality. Candidates need to meet the criteria set by the board to be eligible for the examination.
What is the age limit for RRB NTPC?
The RRB NTPC age limit varies according to the recruitment level. For Graduate Level posts under CEN 06/2026, the confirmed age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 1st January 2027. The Undergraduate Level age limit will be confirmed through the detailed CEN 07/2026.
| Levels | Age Limit |
|---|
| Graduate Level | 18 to 33 years |
| Undergraduate Level (12th Pass) | 18 - 33 Years (as per previous year's cycle) |
Age relaxation is applicable to eligible SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and other specified categories as per RRB rules.
What is the educational qualification for RRB NTPC 2026?
The educational qualification for RRB NTPC depends on whether the candidate is applying for Graduate or Undergraduate Level posts. For Graduate Level recruitment under CEN 06/2026, candidates must possess a degree from a recognized university or its equivalent by the closing date of application.
| Level | Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|
| Graduate Level | Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist | Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent |
| Undergraduate Level | Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 12th pass or equivalent, subject to confirmation in detailed CEN 07/2026 |
Candidates awaiting the final result of the prescribed educational qualification are not eligible to apply for Graduate Level recruitment.
RRB NTPC Nationality
Under the RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026, a candidate must satisfy the prescribed nationality or citizenship conditions. Eligible candidates include:
- A citizen of India.
- A subject of Nepal.
- A subject of Bhutan.
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Note: For the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level recruitment under CEN 07/2026, the nationality criteria will be confirmed in the detailed notification once released. Candidates should refer to CEN 07/2026 for the final eligibility conditions.
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How to apply online for RRB NTPC 2026?
Candidates applying for RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 under CEN 06/2026 under RRB NTPC Apply Online process must submit the application online through rrbapply.gov.in.
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in.
- Create an account or log in using an existing RRB account created during 2024, 2025 or 2026 recruitment.
- Enter personal, educational and other required details.
- Select only one RRB and provide post/zone preferences carefully.
- Candidates are advised to verify their identity through Aadhaar/DigiLocker.
- Capture and upload the live photograph as per the prescribed specifications.
- Upload the signature and applicable documents.
- Enter scribe details during the application itself, if applicable.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Review the application carefully and submit it.
- Corrections, except details entered during account creation and the chosen RRB, can be made during the modification window by paying ₹250 per modification occasion.
Note: For RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level under CEN 07/2026, the final application instructions will be confirmed in its detailed notification.
What is the RRB NTPC Application Fee 2026?
The RRB NTPC 2026 application fee as per the detailed CEN 06/2026 is given below:
| Category | Fee Amount | Refund after appearing in CBT 1 |
|---|
| All candidates except concessional categories | ₹500 | ₹400, after deduction of applicable bank charges |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250, after deduction of applicable bank charges |
Note: The major change is in the refund process. In 2026, candidates do not need to manually enter separate bank details for the refund. The refund will be processed to an Aadhaar-seeded bank account, subject to the conditions prescribed by RRB.
Note: For Undergraduate Level CEN 07/2026, the fee and refund rules should be treated as provisional until its detailed notification is released.
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What is the RRB NTPC Selection Process 2026?
The RRB NTPC Graduate Level Selection Process under CEN 06/2026 has changed. Graduate candidates will now undergo CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification and Medical Examination. The CBAT has been removed as Station Master and Traffic Assistant are not included in the 2026 Graduate recruitment, while the Typing Skill Test has been dispensed with for Senior Clerk cum Typist and Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist. The Undergraduate Level selection process will be confirmed through CEN 07/2026.
- CBT 1
- CBT 2
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
| Name of the Posts | Level | Selection Process |
|---|
| Goods Train Manager | Graduate | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, Medical Examination |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Graduate | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, Medical Examination |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Graduate | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, Medical Examination |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | Graduate | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, Medical Examination |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | Undergraduate | To be confirmed in CEN 07/2026 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Undergraduate | To be confirmed in CEN 07/2026 |
| Trains Clerk | Undergraduate | To be confirmed in CEN 07/2026 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Undergraduate | To be confirmed in CEN 07/2026 |
For Senior Clerk cum Typist and Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, candidates are still expected to possess basic computer and typing proficiency, which may be assessed after joining.
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What is the RRB NTPC Exam Pattern?
The RRB NTPC Exam Pattern involves 2 Computer-Based Tests. Candidates can check the tables below to understand the exam pattern of the graduate and RRB NTPC undergraduate exam pattern.
RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Pattern
The RRB NTPC CBT 1 consists of 100 questions for 100 marks and is conducted for 90 minutes.
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer.
- Duration: 90 minutes.
- Eligible candidates using a scribe are allowed 120 minutes.
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Pattern
The RRB NTPC CBT 2 consists of 120 questions for 120 marks. The examination duration is 90 minutes, not 120 minutes.
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer.
- Duration: 90 minutes.
- Eligible candidates using a scribe are allowed 120 minutes.
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
What is the RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026?
The RRB NTPC Syllabus for the Graduate Level under CEN 06/2026 includes questions from Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness. The syllabus is the same for both CBT 1 and CBT 2, while the number of questions differs by stage. For the Undergraduate Level, the detailed syllabus will be confirmed through CEN 07/2026.
| Subjects | Topics |
|---|
| Mathematics | Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | Analogies, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities and Differences, Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Puzzle, Data Sufficiency, Statement-Conclusion, Statement-Courses of Action, Decision Making, Maps, Interpretation of Graphs |
| General Awareness | Current Events of National and International Importance, Games and Sports, Art and Culture of India, Indian Literature, Monuments and Places of India, General Science and Life Science up to Class 10 CBSE level, History of India and Freedom Struggle, Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and the World, Indian Polity and Governance, Constitution and Political System, UN and Other Important World Organizations, Basics of Computers and Computer Applications, Environmental Issues, Common Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India, Indian Economy, Famous Personalities of India and the World, Flagship Government Programs, Flora and Fauna of India, Important Government and Public Sector Organizations, General Scientific and Technological Developments |
What is the RRB NTPC Salary 2026?
The RRB NTPC Salary varies according to the post and pay level. For Graduate Level posts under CEN 06/2026, the initial pay ranges from ₹29,200 to ₹35,400. Candidates are also eligible for allowances such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other benefits as applicable under Railway rules. The Undergraduate Level salary will be confirmed through the detailed CEN 07/2026.
| Level | Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
|---|
| Graduate | Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | ₹35,400 |
| Graduate | Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Graduate | Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Graduate | Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Undergraduate | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Level 3 | To be confirmed in CEN 07/2026 |
| Undergraduate | Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Level 2 | To be confirmed in CEN 07/2026 |
| Undergraduate | Junior Clerk cum Typist | Level 2 | To be confirmed in CEN 07/2026 |
| Undergraduate | Trains Clerk | Level 2 | To be confirmed in CEN 07/2026 |
Key takeaways of RRB NTPC Notification
The key takeaways of the RRB NTPC Notification are given below. Candidates can have a quick look:
- The RRB NTPC Graduate detailed notification has been released under CEN 06/2026.
- The Graduate recruitment has 3,548 vacancies.
- The Undergraduate recruitment under CEN 07/2026 includes 1,688 tentative vacancies.
- Graduate applications will be accepted from 8 October to 6 November 2026.
- Undergraduate applications are tentatively scheduled from 15 October to 13 November 2026.
- Graduate posts are available under Pay Level 5 and Level 6.
- Undergraduate posts are expected under Pay Level 2 and Level 3.
- Applications will be submitted online through rrbapply.gov.in.
- The Graduate detailed notification includes post-wise, category-wise and RRB-wise vacancy distribution, age limit, medical standards and selection process.
- The CBAT and Typing Skill Test have been removed from the Graduate selection process for CEN 06/2026.
- The CBT 1 exam date is yet to be announced.
- The Undergraduate detailed notification will confirm its final vacancies, eligibility, medical standards and selection process.
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