The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced 5,236 vacancies for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate and Undergraduate posts for the 2026 recruitment cycle. This includes 3,548 Graduate-level vacancies through CEN 06/2026 and 1,688 Undergraduate-level vacancies through CEN 07/2026.
The detailed notification for RRB NTPC Graduate posts under CEN 06/2026 was released on October 7, 2026. The online application process for Graduate-level posts began on October 8, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until November 6, 2026. The 1,688 Undergraduate-level vacancies in CEN 07/2026 have also been announced, while the detailed notification for these posts is yet to be released.
RRB NTPC Notification 2026
The RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment is being conducted through two separate Centralised Employment Notifications (CENs). CEN 06/2026 covers Graduate-level posts, while CEN 07/2026 covers Undergraduate-level posts.
The Graduate notification includes 3,548 vacancies across four posts: Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor, Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist, and Senior Clerk Cum Typist.
At present, applications are open only for the 3,548 Graduate-level vacancies. The application process for the Undergraduate-level vacancies is scheduled to begin on October 15, 2026, and will continue until November 13, 2026. The detailed notification for CEN 07/2026 is yet to be released.
The total NTPC vacancies announced for the two levels are as follows:
| Recruitment | CEN | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Level | CEN 06/2026 | 3,548 |
| Undergraduate Level | CEN 07/2026 | 1,688 |
| Total | — | 5,236 |
RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 Important Dates
The important dates for the Graduate-level recruitment under CEN 06/2026 are given below:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice | September 26, 2026 |
| Detailed CEN 06/2026 | October 7, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | October 8, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 6, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | November 8, 2026 |
| Application Modification Window | November 9 to 18, 2026 |
| CBT Dates | To be announced |
For CEN 07/2026, the indicative notice has scheduled the online application process from October 15 to November 13, 2026.
RRB NTPC 2026 Vacancy
Candidates with a graduate degree are eligible to apply for the following Graduate-level posts:
| Post | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | 6 | 127 |
| Goods Train Manager | 5 | 2,750 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 5 | 300 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | 5 | 371 |
| Total | — | 3,548 |
The CEN 07/2026 indicative notice lists the posts of Train Clerk, Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk Cum Typist, and Junior Clerk Cum Typist. The detailed notification will provide the complete recruitment details and other applicable conditions. Unlike the previous NTPC Graduate recruitment, CEN 06/2026 does not include Station Master or Traffic Assistant posts.
RRB NTPC Apply Online 2026
The RRB NTPC Graduate application process started on October 8, 2026. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can submit their applications through the official RRB application portal.
Candidates need to complete the registration, enter their personal and educational details, upload the required documents, pay the application fee, and submit the application before the deadline.
The last date to apply for Graduate-level posts is November 6, 2026, while the last date for fee payment is November 8, 2026.
RRB NTPC 2026 Application Fee
The application fee for CEN 06/2026 is ₹500 for candidates belonging to the applicable general categories. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minority, and Economically Backward Classes categories are required to pay ₹250.
Candidates who appear for the first-stage CBT will receive a refund of the applicable fee amount after deduction of bank charges, as specified in the notification. Candidates who paid ₹500 will receive a ₹400 refund, while eligible candidates who paid ₹250 will receive a ₹250 refund after deduction of applicable bank charges, as per the conditions specified in the notification.
Important Note: To receive the fee refund, candidates must ensure that their Aadhaar details are validated during the application process. The refund amount will be credited only to the bank account linked to the candidate’s Aadhaar and validated during the online application process.
RRB NTPC 2026 Eligibility
For the Graduate-level posts under CEN 06/2026, candidates must hold a degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification by November 6, 2026, the last date for submitting the application. Candidates whose final examination results are awaited as of the last date of application are not eligible to apply.
The age limit for Graduate-level posts is 18 to 33 years as on January 1, 2027, with applicable age relaxations.
The CEN 07/2026 recruitment is for candidates who have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination, with detailed post-specific eligibility requirements to be provided in the CEN 07/2026 notification.
RRB NTPC 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for the Graduate-level posts in CEN 06/2026 includes:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) 1
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) 2
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Update for Candidates: The Computer-Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) has been dispensed with for the Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist and Senior Clerk Cum Typist posts under CEN 06/2026. Typing proficiency will instead be assessed by the respective department after appointment. CBT 1 will be used as a screening test, with candidates shortlisted in a 1:15 ratio. Final merit for these posts will be based on CBT 2 performance, along with other applicable selection requirements.
RRB NTPC 2026 Exam Pattern
The first-stage CBT consists of 100 questions for 100 marks, covering General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. The section-wise distribution is 40 questions from General Awareness, 30 from Mathematics, and 30 from General Intelligence and Reasoning. The duration is 90 minutes, with 1/3 mark deducted for every incorrect answer.
The second-stage CBT consists of 120 questions for 120 marks from the same three subjects. The duration is 90 minutes, with the same negative marking scheme.
The dates for CBT 1 and CBT 2 will be announced by the Railway Recruitment Boards separately.
RRB NTPC 2026 Salary
The Graduate-level posts under CEN 06/2026 are offered at different pay levels as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.
- Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor: Level 6, initial pay ₹35,400
- Goods Train Manager: Level 5, initial pay ₹29,200
- Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist: Level 5, initial pay ₹29,200
- Senior Clerk Cum Typist: Level 5, initial pay ₹29,200
Candidates are advised to check the official CEN before applying for detailed eligibility conditions, vacancy distribution, medical standards, and other recruitment requirements.