RRB NTPC Notification 2026 Out, 5,236 Vacancies, Download PDF

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the RRB NTPC Notification 2026 for 5,236 vacancies across Graduate and Undergraduate Level posts. The Graduate notification under CEN 06/2026 announces 3,548 vacancies, while the Undergraduate notification under CEN 07/2026 announces 1,688 vacancies. Graduate applications are open from 8 October to 6 November 2026, and Undergraduate applications begin on 15 October 2026 and close on 13 November 2026. This article covers the notification PDFs, important dates, post-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, application fees, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus and salary for both recruitment levels.

Is the RRB NTPC Notification 2026 Out?

Yes, the RRB NTPC Notification 2026 has been released for both Graduate and Undergraduate Level posts. The Graduate notification under CEN 06/2026 includes 3,548 vacancies, while the Undergraduate notification under CEN 07/2026 includes 1,688 vacancies. Candidates can apply online according to their educational qualifications and the application schedule prescribed for each level.

From where can I download the RRB NTPC 2026 Notification PDF?

Candidates can download the RRB NTPC Notification 2026 PDF for both Graduate and Undergraduate recruitment from the direct links provided below:

RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 Overview

The RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 is being conducted for various Non-Technical Popular Categories under Graduate and Undergraduate levels. Graduate recruitment covers four posts with initial pay between ₹29,200 and ₹35,400, while Undergraduate recruitment covers four posts with initial pay between ₹19,900 and ₹21,700. The recruitment details are compared below.

RRB NTPC Application Dates 2026

The RRB NTPC application dates have been confirmed through the detailed notifications for both recruitment levels. Graduate candidates can submit their applications until 6 November 2026, while Undergraduate candidates can apply until 13 November 2026. The fee payment and correction window dates are different for each level, as shown below.

What is RRB NTPC Last Date to Apply 2026?

The last date to apply for RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 is 6 November 2026, while the RRB NTPC Undergraduate 2026 application deadline is 13 November 2026. Candidates must submit their online applications before 11:59 PM on the respective closing dates. They should also complete the examination fee payment before the prescribed deadlines to avoid rejection of their applications.

What is RRB NTPC Exam Date 2026?

The RRB NTPC Exam Date 2026 under CEN 06/2026 is tentatively scheduled to begin in the fourth week of December 2026. The Railway Recruitment Boards will publish the examination schedule, city intimation details and admit card updates through their official websites. Candidates can check the current examination status below.

RRB NTPC Vacancy 2026

A total of 5,236 RRB NTPC Vacancies have been announced for the 2026 recruitment cycle. Of these, 3,548 vacancies are available under Graduate Level CEN 06/2026 and 1,688 under Undergraduate Level CEN 07/2026. The recruitment-wise vacancy distribution is provided below.

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How many Undergraduate vacancies are there in RRB NTPC 2026?

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026 announces 1,688 vacancies across four posts. Commercial cum Ticket Clerk has the highest number of vacancies, followed by Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist and Trains Clerk. The post-wise vacancy distribution according to CEN 07/2026 is given below.

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.

Who is eligible for NTPC 2026? 

The RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria 2026 includes age limit, educational qualification, nationality and medical fitness requirements. Graduate candidates must possess a recognised degree, while Undergraduate candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination. The age limit is calculated as on 1 January 2027 for both recruitment levels.

What is the age limit for RRB NTPC?

The RRB NTPC age limit differs for Graduate and Undergraduate Level posts. Candidates applying for Graduate recruitment must be between 18 and 33 years, while Undergraduate applicants must be between 18 and 30 years as on 1 January 2027. The category-wise maximum age limits, including the standard OBC-NCL and SC/ST relaxations, are provided below.

Other eligible categories, including PwBD candidates, Ex-Servicemen and specified Railway employees, can claim age relaxation as prescribed in the respective notifications. Where multiple relaxations apply, the maximum admissible relaxation is considered rather than adding the relaxations together.

RRB NTPC Date of Birth Criteria 2026

The RRB NTPC age limit for Graduate and Undergraduate posts is calculated as of 1 January 2027. Candidates must satisfy the prescribed date-of-birth criteria according to their recruitment level and category. The following table shows the permissible date-of-birth ranges for RRB NTPC 2026.

Note: Both dates are inclusive. The date of birth entered in the application must match the candidate's Class 10 or equivalent certificate. Additional age relaxations are available for eligible categories as prescribed in the official notifications.

What is the educational qualification for RRB NTPC 2026?

The RRB NTPC educational qualification depends on the recruitment level and post. Graduate Level candidates must possess a degree from a recognised university or its equivalent, while Undergraduate candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination, generally with at least 50% aggregate marks. The post-wise qualifications are given below.

Note: For Undergraduate posts, the 50% aggregate requirement is not insisted upon for SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates, or candidates possessing qualifications higher than Class 12. All applicants must possess the required qualifications by the closing date of their respective recruitment notifications. Candidates awaiting their final qualifying results are not eligible.

RRB NTPC Nationality

The RRB NTPC nationality requirements are the same for Graduate and Undergraduate recruitment. Eligible applicants include Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, and persons of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India. Applicants other than Indian citizens must meet the applicable Government of India eligibility certificate requirements.

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How to apply online for RRB NTPC 2026?

Candidates can complete the RRB NTPC Apply Online process through the official recruitment portal, rrbapply.gov.in. Applicants should select the correct recruitment notification, provide their personal and educational details, choose one RRB and submit the required documents. The application steps are provided below.

• Visit the official RRB recruitment portal.
• Select CEN 06/2026 for Graduate posts or CEN 07/2026 for Undergraduate posts.
• Create an account or sign in with existing RRB account credentials.
• Enter personal, educational and category details.
• Select one RRB and choose the eligible posts and Railway Zone preferences.
• Complete identity verification using the available verification facility.
• Capture the live photograph and upload the prescribed signature and other required documents.
• Provide scribe-related information, if applicable.
• Pay the examination fee using an accepted online payment method.
• Review the completed form and submit the application.

Eligible corrections to other application details can be made by paying a non-refundable modification fee of ₹250 per occasion.

What is the RRB NTPC Application Fee 2026? 
 

The RRB NTPC application fee is the same for Graduate and Undergraduate recruitment under CEN 06/2026 and CEN 07/2026. General candidates and other non-concessional categories must pay ₹500, while candidates belonging to specified concessional categories must pay ₹250. The refund amounts applicable after appearing in CBT 1 are given below.

The examination fee refund is subject to the conditions prescribed by RRB and is processed through an Aadhaar-seeded bank account. Candidates whose applications are rejected or who do not appear in CBT 1 are not eligible for the applicable fee refund.

RRB NTPC Application Form Correction 2026

The Railway Recruitment Boards will provide a correction window for candidates who need to modify certain details in their submitted RRB NTPC Application Form 2026. A non-refundable modification fee of ₹250 must be paid for each correction occasion.

Important: Candidates cannot change the details entered during the "Create an Account" stage, including their registered mobile number and email ID. The chosen Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) also cannot be changed. Candidates should carefully verify all details before submitting their application forms.

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What is the RRB NTPC Selection Process 2026?

The RRB NTPC Selection Process 2026 includes CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification and Medical Examination for both recruitment levels. An important change in the 2026 notifications is the removal of the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) for the notified Typist posts. The post-wise recruitment stages are provided below.

The CBTST has been dispensed with for Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum Typist under the respective 2026 notifications. However, candidates are still expected to possess basic computer and typing proficiency, which will be assessed after joining.

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What is the RRB NTPC Exam Pattern?

The RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2026 includes two Computer-Based Tests for both Graduate and Undergraduate recruitment. CBT 1 consists of 100 questions, while CBT 2 consists of 120 questions. Both examinations are conducted for 90 minutes, with negative marking of one-third mark for each incorrect answer.

RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Pattern

The RRB NTPC CBT 1 is a screening examination conducted for 100 marks with a duration of 90 minutes. It includes questions from General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. Eligible candidates using a scribe receive 120 minutes to complete the examination. The section-wise distribution is given below.

RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Pattern

The RRB NTPC CBT 2 consists of 120 questions carrying 120 marks, with a total examination duration of 90 minutes. Candidates shortlisted through CBT 1 are eligible to appear in this stage. Eligible candidates using a scribe receive 120 minutes, and one-third mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. The subject-wise question distribution is given below.

What is the RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026?

The RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026 covers Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness for both Graduate and Undergraduate recruitment. The broad subject areas remain the same across CBT 1 and CBT 2, although the difficulty level and number of questions may differ. Candidates can check the important syllabus topics below.

What is the RRB NTPC Salary 2026?

The RRB NTPC Salary 2026 depends on the post and pay level under the 7th Central Pay Commission. Graduate posts offer initial basic pay of ₹29,200 or ₹35,400, while Undergraduate posts offer ₹19,900 or ₹21,700. The post-wise initial pay details from both notifications are provided below.

In addition to their initial basic pay, appointed candidates may receive Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance and other admissible benefits under applicable Railway rules. The actual in-hand salary depends on the posting location, applicable allowances and deductions.

Key takeaways of RRB NTPC Notification 

The RRB NTPC Notification 2026 provides important recruitment information for candidates applying to Graduate and Undergraduate Level posts. Both detailed notifications have been released, and the recruitment includes a combined 5,236 vacancies. The main highlights are summarised below for quick reference.

• Total Vacancies: 5,236 across Graduate and Undergraduate recruitment.
• Graduate Notification: CEN 06/2026 for 3,548 vacancies.
• Undergraduate Notification: CEN 07/2026 for 1,688 vacancies.
• Graduate Application Dates: 8 October to 6 November 2026.
• Undergraduate Application Dates: 15 October to 13 November 2026.
• Graduate Age Limit: 18–33 years as on 1 January 2027.
• Undergraduate Age Limit: 18–30 years as on 1 January 2027.
• Graduate Initial Pay: ₹29,200–₹35,400.
• Undergraduate Initial Pay: ₹19,900–₹21,700.
• Selection Process: CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
• Typing Skill Test: Dispensed with for the notified Typist posts in both recruitment levels.
• Graduate CBT 1 Exam Date: Fourth week of December 2026 (tentative).
• Undergraduate CBT 1 Exam Date: To be announced.
• Official Recruitment Website: rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.

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