The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 06/2026 for the recruitment of various Graduate-level posts under Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC). A total of 3,548 vacancies have been announced across multiple Zonal Railways.
What is the RRB NTPC Graduate Exam & Job Profile?
The RRB NTPC Graduate exam is a premier national-level examination conducted by the Ministry of Railways to recruit qualified graduates for key supervisory, traffic, commercial, and administrative cadres across Indian Railways.
RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 Vacancy Details
| Cat No. | Name of Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Medical Standard | Total Vacancies (All RRBs) |
| 1 | Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | B-2 | 127 |
| 2 | Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | A-2 | 2,750 |
| 3 | Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | C-2 | 300 |
| 4 | Senior Clerk Cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | C-2 | 371 |
| Grand Total | 3,548 |
Horizontal Reservation: 351 seats are reserved for Ex-Servicemen (ExSM), alongside PwBD quotas across eligible posts.
| Major UpdateThe Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) for Level-5 clerical posts (Senior Clerk & Junior Accounts Assistant) has been dispensed with for this examination cycle. Basic computer and typing proficiency will now be assessed after joining during departmental evaluation. |
RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 Important Dates and Overview
| Exam Name | RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) Recruitment (CEN 06/2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 3,548 Posts |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 October 2026 |
| Closing Date to Apply Online | 06 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 08 November 2026 |
| Application Modification Window | 09 November 2026 to 18 November 2026 (Modification Fee: ₹250) |
| Application Fee | • ₹500 for General / OBC / EWS • ₹250 for SC / ST / ExSM / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC |
| Age Limit (as on 01 January 2027) | 18 to 33 years Upper Age Relaxations: SC / ST: 5 YearsOBC (NCL): 3 Years PwBD: 10 Years (UR/EWS), 13 Years (OBC-NCL), 15 Years (SC/ST) Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years (UR/EWS), 6 years (OBC-NCL), 8 years (SC/ST) |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent.Final-year students whose results are awaited on or before the closing date (06 November 2026) are not eligible. |
| CBT Exam Dates | To be announced |
| Official Portals | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 Selection Process
The selection consists of the following consecutive stages:
RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 Exam Pattern
1. First Stage CBT (Screening Test)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Marking Scheme |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 90 Minutes (120 Minutes for PwBD candidates) | 1 mark per question; 1/3rd negative marking for incorrect answers |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | ||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | ||
| Total | 100 | 100 |
2. Second Stage CBT (Mains Exam)
- Shortlisting ratio: 15 times the category-wise vacancy total based on normalized CBT-1 score.
- Duration:
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark per question; 1/3rd negative marking.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Marking Scheme |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 90 Minutes (120 Minutes for PwBD candidates) | 1 mark per question; 1/3rd negative marking for incorrect answers |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | ||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 | ||
| Total | 120 | 120 |
RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 Syllabus Overview
| Mathematics | Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio and Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Elementary Statistics. |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Number & Alphabetical Series, Coding & Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Blood Relations, Syllogisms, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Puzzles, Data Sufficiency, Statement-Conclusion, Decision Making, and Graph Interpretation. |
| General Awareness | Current Events (National & International), Science & Technology, Art & Culture, Indian Literature, Monuments, History of India & Freedom Struggle, Physical & Economic Geography, Indian Polity & Governance, Computer Basics, Transport Systems, and Indian Economy. |
| How to Apply for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026?Visit the unified official RRB recruitment portal at rrbapply.gov.in.Complete Create an Account with your personal email ID and mobile number.Authenticate your identity digitally via Aadhaar or DigiLocker.Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and select your chosen RRB and Post/Zone preferences.Capture a live photograph via webcam/phone camera with a plain white background in dark clothing.Upload your scanned signature in running handwriting using black ink (30 KB to 49 KB, JPG/JPEG).Pay the examination fee online via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card.Submit the application form before 06 November 2026 and download the confirmation page. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many total vacancies are announced in RRB NTPC Graduate CEN 06/2026?
A total of 3,548 vacancies are notified across all participating RRBs.
2. Is there a typing test for Senior Clerk and Junior Accounts Assistant in 2026?
No. The Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) has been dispensed with for CEN 06/2026; typing and computer proficiency will be evaluated after joining.
3. Can candidates who underwent LASIK eye surgery apply for Goods Train Manager?
No. Goods Train Manager requires the A-2 medical standard, where candidates who have undergone LASIK or refractive eye surgery are completely ineligible.
4. Are final-year college students eligible to apply?
No. Applicants must have completed and acquired their graduation degree on or before the closing date (06.11.2026).