Railway RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 for 3477 Vacancies
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📑 Table of Contents
- Indicative Notice Date : 26-09-2026
- Online Application Start Date : 08-10-2026 (Tentative)
- Last Date to Apply Online : 06-11-2026 till 11:59 PM (Tentative)
- 1st Stage Exam Date : To be announced
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates : ₹500 (An amount of ₹400 shall be refunded after attending 1st Stage CBT)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Ex-SM / Minorities / EBC : ₹250 (Full fee of ₹250 shall be refunded after attending 1st Stage CBT)
- Payment Mode : Online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI
Candidates must fulfill the age criteria as defined in the detailed Centralised Employment Notice (CEN 06/2026) as on 01.01.2027:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years (Relaxation allowed as per rules)
Age relaxation in upper age limit is applicable for SC/ST (5 Years), OBC-NCL (3 Years), PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India guidelines.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have issued CEN No. 06/2026 for recruiting dynamic and eligible candidates into Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate Level) across Indian Railway zones. Positions such as Station Master, Goods Train Manager, and Senior Clerk offer competitive salary packages in Pay Levels 5 and 6 of the 7th CPC along with lucrative government benefits. This is a paramount opportunity for graduates seeking a secure career in public transport administration.
A total of 3,477 vacancies have been notified under CEN No. 06/2026 for Graduate Level posts across various Pay Levels in Indian Railways:
| Post Name | 7th CPC Pay Level | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | To be distributed in detailed CEN |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 | To be distributed in detailed CEN |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Level 5 | To be distributed in detailed CEN |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | To be distributed in detailed CEN |
| Station Master | Level 6 | To be distributed in detailed CEN |
| Total Tentative Vacancies (All RRBs) | Level 5 & Level 6 | 3,477 |
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Skill / Aptitude Test Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent | None |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent | Typing Skill Test (30 WPM English / 25 WPM Hindi) |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent | Typing Skill Test (30 WPM English / 25 WPM Hindi) |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent | None |
| Station Master | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent | Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) |
Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully submit your RRB NTPC Graduate online application:
- Visit the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on 'Create an Account' if you are a new user and complete the registration using your active mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar details.
- Log in using your registered credentials and select the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN 06/2026) Graduate Level recruitment link.
- Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, post preferences, and RRB zone selection carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature, and category certificate (if applicable) in accordance with the specified dimensions.
- Pay the application fee via the available online payment modes and verify all details before submitting the final application form.
- Download and print out the application confirmation page for your future reference.
The selection process for RRB NTPC Graduate Level posts consists of multiple competitive stages:
- 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT): Common screening exam consisting of 100 objective questions (General Awareness: 40, Mathematics: 30, General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30) for 90 minutes. 1/3rd negative marking applies.
- 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT): Shortlisted candidates (15 times the vacancies) appear for 2nd Stage CBT containing 120 questions (General Awareness: 50, Mathematics: 35, Reasoning: 35) for 90 minutes.
- Skill Test / Aptitude Test: Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for Station Master posts (qualifying minimum T-score of 42 per battery). Typing Skill Test (TST) for Senior Clerk cum Typist and Junior Account Assistant cum Typist posts.
- Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination: Candidates selected based on CBT performance and Skill Tests undergo document verification and medical fitness test as prescribed for each post level.
The exam standard aligns with standard graduation-level syllabi covering the following key sections:
- Mathematics: Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, SI & CI, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, Series Completion, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Puzzles, Data Sufficiency, Statement-Conclusion, Decision Making, Maps.
- General Awareness: Current Events of National & International Importance, Games & Sports, Art & Culture, Indian Literature, Monuments, General Science & Life Science (up to 10th CBSE), Indian History, Geography, Indian Polity, General Scientific & Technological Developments, Environmental Issues, Indian Economy, Public Sector Organizations.
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