RRB NTPC Graduate & Undergraduate Recruitment 2026

RRB NTPC Graduate & Undergraduate Recruitment 2026

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has published an official notification for the flagship Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 11,558 vacancies across various Zonal Railways and Production Units of Indian Railways. Candidates possessing a 12th pass certificate or a Bachelor's Degree are eligible to apply for various Undergraduate and Graduate post categories.

Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the respective official regional websites of RRBs starting from 1st September 2026. Read on for comprehensive details regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, post-wise vacancy distribution, selection procedure, and step-by-step application instructions.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details & Qualification Criteria

The 11,558 vacancies are divided broadly into two levels: Undergraduate (12th pass) posts and Graduate level posts.

1. Undergraduate Level Posts (12th Pass)

• Commercial cum Ticket Clerk: Passed 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in aggregate (50% condition not applicable for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen).
• Junior Clerk cum Typist: Passed 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with proficiency in typing on Computer (English: 30 WPM / Hindi: 25 WPM).
• Accounts Clerk cum Typist: Passed 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with proficiency in typing on Computer.
• Trains Clerk: Passed 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent from a recognized Board/University.

2. Graduate Level Posts (Degree)

• Station Master: University Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent.
• Goods Train Manager (Goods Guard): University Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent.
• Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor: Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
• Senior Clerk cum Typist: Graduate Degree from a recognized University with computer typing skill.
• Junior Account Assistant cum Typist: Graduation Degree in any discipline with typing proficiency.

Age Limit & Relaxations

The candidate's age will be calculated as per the crucial date specified in the official notification.

Age Relaxation (Upper Age Limit)

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
• SC / ST: 5 Years
• PwBD (Unreserved): 10 Years
• PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 Years
• PwBD (SC / ST): 15 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Central Government guidelines.

Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.

Note: The application fee will only be partially/fully refunded to candidates who actually appear in the 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1).

Selection Process

The recruitment process for RRB NTPC involves multiple standardized recruitment stages. Candidates must clear each stage to qualify for final empanelment.

1. 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1): Screening test common for all undergraduate and graduate posts. Contains objective multiple-choice questions on General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence & Reasoning.
2. 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2): Post-level specific examination with a higher level of difficulty.
3. Skill Test / Aptitude Test (As Applicable):
   • Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): For Station Master posts.
   • Typing Skill Test (TST): For Clerk cum Typist and Account Assistant posts.
4. Document Verification (DV): Verifying original academic certificates, caste credentials, ID proofs, and category claims.
5. Medical Examination (ME): Candidates must meet prescribed medical standard fitness tests (e.g., A-2, A-3, B-2 medical standards) conducted by Railway Medical Authorities.

How to Apply for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online by following the step-by-step instructions detailed below:

1. Visit the Official Portal: Open the official regional website of the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) you wish to apply for (e.g., RRB Mumbai, RRB Chennai, RRB Chandigarh, etc.).
2. New Registration: Click on the "New Registration" link for CEN 2026 NTPC Recruitment. Fill in basic personal details like Name, Date of Birth, Father's Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID.
3. Verify Credentials: Confirm registration details using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and email ID to generate your Registration Number and Password.
4. Fill the Application Form: Log in using your credentials and complete the detailed application form, including educational qualification, post preferences, zonal choices, and exam language preferences.
5. Upload Required Documents: Upload scanned copies of the required documents in prescribed formats:
   • Recent colored passport-size photograph (JPEG format, 20 KB to 50 KB).
   • Scanned signature (JPEG format, 10 KB to 20 KB).
   • SC/ST Certificate (PDF format, if applicable for free rail travel pass).
6. Pay Application Fee: Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the requisite application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
7. Final Submission & Printout: Review all details carefully before clicking the Submit button. Download and print a hard copy of the final submitted application form for future reference.