Railway RRB NTPC Graduate Posts Recruitment 2026
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) invite online applications for 8,113 Graduate Level Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts including Goods Train Manager, Station Master, and Senior Clerk.
Important dates
| Application Begin | 20 Aug 2026 |
|---|---|
| Notification Issued | 19 Aug 2026 |
| Apply Online Start | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Closing Date | 20 Sept 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 20 Sept 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notified Soon |
Eligibility & pay
| Qualification | Degree in Any Stream / Degree with Typing Proficiency depending on post |
|---|---|
| Job location | All India |
Notification details
Railway RRB NTPC Graduate Posts Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 8,113 Vacancies
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially released the detailed recruitment notification for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate Posts 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 8,113 vacancies across various Zonal Railways and Production Units of Indian Railways. Candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university are eligible to apply online.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications starting from August 20, 2026, through the official regional websites of RRBs. Read on for complete details regarding important dates, post-wise vacancy break-up, eligibility criteria, application fees, selection procedure, and step-by-step application instructions.
RRB NTPC Graduate Posts Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 |
| Advt No. | CEN 05/2026 (Graduate Posts) |
| Total Vacancies | 8,113 Posts |
| Category | Government Jobs / Railway Jobs |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | August 19, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | August 20, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | September 20, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | September 20, 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Window | To be announced |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | Notified Soon |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- General Graduate Posts (e.g., Goods Train Manager, Station Master, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor): Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized University/Institute.
- Typing Posts (e.g., Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist): Bachelor's Degree in any stream along with typing proficiency in English (30 WPM) or Hindi (25 WPM) on a Computer.
2. Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33/36 Years (Subject to official category-wise notification relaxation)
Age Relaxation:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- PwBD Candidates: 10 to 15 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government rules
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Refund Amount (Post CBT-1 Appearance) |
|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates) | ₹500 | ₹400 (Deducting Bank Charges) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 (Full Refund upon appearing in CBT-1) |
Note: Fee payment can be done online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Refund will be processed into the bank account used during registration after appearing in CBT 1.
Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown
The 8,113 vacancies are spread across multiple prestigious posts under the RRB NTPC Graduate cadre:
| Post Name | 7th CPC Pay Level | Educational / Technical Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | Bachelor's Degree in any stream |
| Station Master | Level 6 | Bachelor's Degree in any stream |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | Bachelor's Degree in any stream |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Level 5 | Bachelor's Degree + English/Hindi Computer Typing |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 | Bachelor's Degree + English/Hindi Computer Typing |
Selection Process
The recruitment process for RRB NTPC Graduate Posts consists of the following stages:
- 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1): Screening test for all candidates covering General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence & Reasoning.
- 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2): Post-level specific exam with higher difficulty standards.
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Applicable only for Station Master posts.
- Typing Skill Test (TST): Applicable for Senior Clerk cum Typist and Junior Account Assistant cum Typist posts.
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of original educational, age, and caste certificates.
- Medical Examination (ME): Final medical fitness test as per prescribed Railway standards (e.g., A-2, A-3, B-2 medical standards).
How to Apply for RRB NTPC Graduate Posts 2026
Follow these step-by-step instructions to fill out the online application form smoothly:
- Visit the official portal of your respective Regional Railway Recruitment Board (RRB).
- Locate and click on the link for "CEN 05/2026 - Application Link for NTPC Graduate Posts".
- Click on New Registration and enter your basic details (Name, Mobile Number, Email ID, Aadhaar Number).
- Log in using the generated Registration Number and Password sent to your email/mobile.
- Fill in your educational qualifications, preferred RRB zone, and post preferences.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and category certificates (if applicable) in the specified format.
- Pay the required application fee via the online payment gateway.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the final form.
- Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links & Updates
Candidates are strongly advised to regularly monitor the regional RRB websites and our job portal for upcoming notification PDFs, syllabus updates, admit card releases, and exam schedules regarding RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026.
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