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Official Jobs & Result PDF UpdatesRRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 11558 Graduate and Undergraduate Vacancies
Executive Summary / Notification Brief:
RRB NTPC Official Notification 2026 Released for 11558 Graduate & Undergraduate Posts (Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Junior Clerk, Senior Clerk). Check Post-wise Qualifications, CBT 1 & 2 Syllabus, Age Limit & Direct Apply Link.
Quick Table of Contents
| Application Begin: | 10/08/2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply: | 15/09/2026 |
| Exam Date: | December 2026 / January 2027 |
RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 Notification, Exam Pattern & Vacancy Details
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially published the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Notification 2026 for 11,558 vacant posts across 21 Railway Zones in India. This nationwide competitive recruitment drive is open for both Undergraduate (10+2 Intermediate Pass) and Graduate candidates looking for high-paying Indian Railways careers.
The post categories include Station Master, Goods Train Manager (Goods Guard), Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Trains Clerk.
Executive Summary & Notification Highlights
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) | |
|---|---|---|
| Notification No. | CEN 05/2026 (Graduate) & CEN 06/2026 (Undergraduate) | |
| Total Vacancies | 11,558 Posts (Graduate: 8,113 | Undergraduate: 3,445) |
| Pay Scale Level | Pay Level 2, Level 3, Level 5, and Level 6 (₹19,900 - ₹1,12,400) | |
| Selection Process | CBT 1 ➔ CBT 2 ➔ Typist Skill Test / CBAT Aptitude ➔ DV & Medical | |
| Mode of Application | Online via Official Portal (rrbapply.gov.in) | |
| Official Website | https://indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates Schedule 2026
- Official Notification Release Date: 10th August 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 10th August 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 15th September 2026 (Up to 23:59 Hrs)
- Last Date for Application Fee Payment: 16th September 2026
- Correction Window Period: 18th September to 27th September 2026
- RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Date: December 2026 / January 2027
- CBT 2 & Typing Skill Test Date: March / April 2027
Category-Wise Application Fee & Fee Refund Rules
- General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: ₹500/- (Note: ₹400 will be refunded back to bank account after appearing in CBT 1 Exam).
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / EBC Candidates: ₹250/- (Note: Full ₹250 will be refunded back after appearing in CBT 1 Exam).
- Mode of Payment: Online through Internet Banking, Visa / MasterCard / RuPay Debit / Credit Cards, or BHIM UPI.
Age Limit & Category-Wise Relaxation (As on 01/01/2026)
#### 1. Undergraduate Level Posts (Pay Level 2 & 3):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
#### 2. Graduate Level Posts (Pay Level 5 & 6):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 36 Years
#### Upper Age Relaxation Table:
| Category | Permissible Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST Candidates | 5 Years Relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years Relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Service Period + 3 Years |
| PwBD (Unreserved) | 10 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years Relaxation |
Educational Qualification & Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution Table
| Post Name | Pay Level | Total Posts | Minimum Educational Qualification Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 5 | 1,736 | Bachelor Degree in Any Discipline from Recognized University |
| Station Master | Level 6 | 994 | Graduation Degree + CBAT Computer Based Aptitude Test |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | 3,144 | Degree in Any Discipline from Recognized University |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Level 5 | 1,507 | Graduation Degree + English (30 wpm) / Hindi (25 wpm) Typing |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 | 732 | Graduation Degree + Computer Typing Proficiency |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Level 3 | 2,022 | 12th Intermediate Pass with 50% Marks (SC/ST Exempted) |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Level 2 | 361 | 12th Pass with 50% Marks + Typing Knowledge |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | Level 2 | 990 | 12th Pass with 50% Marks + Typing Knowledge |
| Trains Clerk | Level 2 | 72 | 12th Intermediate Pass with 50% Aggregate Marks |
| Total Vacancies | 11,558 |
RRB NTPC Selection Process & Stages
The selection process involves four comprehensive stages:
- Stage 1: Computer Based Test 1 (CBT-1 Screening Test - Common for all posts).
- Stage 2: Computer Based Test 2 (CBT-2 Mains Examination - Separate for each Pay Level).
- Stage 3: Typing Skill Test (For Typist Posts) OR Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT for Station Master).
- Stage 4: Document Verification (DV) & Comprehensive Railway Medical Examination.
Exam Pattern for CBT-1 (Screening Test)
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness (GK & Current Affairs) | 40 Questions | 40 Marks | 90 Minutes |
| Mathematics (Quantitative Aptitude) | 30 Questions | 30 Marks | (120 Mins for PwD) |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 Questions | 30 Marks | Composite Time |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd (0.33 marks) deducted for each incorrect response.
Exam Pattern for CBT-2 (Mains Exam)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 Questions | 50 Marks | 90 Minutes |
| Mathematics | 35 Questions | 35 Marks | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 Questions | 35 Marks | |
| Total | 120 Questions | 120 Marks | 90 Minutes |
Subject-Wise Detailed Syllabus Breakdown
#### 1. General Awareness (40/50 Marks)
- Current Events of National & International Importance, Games & Sports, Indian Art & Culture, Indian Literature, Monuments & Places of India, General Science & Life Sciences (up to 10th CBSE), History of India & Freedom Struggle, Physical, Social & Economic Geography of India and World, Indian Polity & Governance - Constitution and Political System, General Scientific and Technological Developments, UN and Other Important World Organizations, Environmental Issues, Basics of Computers and Computer Applications, Abbreviations, Indian Transport Systems, Famous Personalities, Flagship Government Schemes.
#### 2. Mathematics (30/35 Marks)
- Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry & Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics.
#### 3. General Intelligence & Reasoning (30/35 Marks)
- Analogies, Completion of Number & Alphabetical Series, Coding & Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities & Differences, Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Data Interpretation & Sufficiency, Conclusion & Decision Making, Maps, Statement Arguments & Assumptions.
Step-by-Step Online Application Guide (rrbapply.gov.in)
- Visit the centralized RRB online recruitment portal: `https://rrbapply.gov.in`.
- Click on Create an Account if applying for the first time on the new portal.
- Fill in your Name, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Card Number, Mobile Number, and Email Address.
- Select your preferred Railway Zone (e.g. RRB Allahabad, RRB Chandigarh, RRB Patna, RRB Mumbai, RRB Kolkata).
- Fill educational qualification details and select post preferences in order of choice.
- Upload scanned passport photograph (white background, 30-70 KB) and signature (10-30 KB).
- Pay the ₹500 / ₹250 application fee using UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Card.
- Submit the application form and download the PDF confirmation receipt.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply online for RRB NTPC 2026?
A: The last date to submit online applications on `rrbapply.gov.in` is 15th September 2026.
Q2: How many total vacancies are announced in RRB NTPC 2026?
A: Total 11,558 vacancies have been notified (8,113 Graduate and 3,445 Undergraduate).
Q3: Is 12th pass eligible for RRB NTPC recruitment?
A: Yes, 10+2 Intermediate passed candidates are eligible for Level 2 & Level 3 posts like Commercial Ticket Clerk & Junior Clerk.
Q4: Will the RRB NTPC application fee be refunded?
A: Yes, ₹400 for General/OBC and full ₹250 for SC/ST/Female will be refunded after appearing in CBT-1.
Q5: Is there negative marking in RRB NTPC CBT 1 and CBT 2?
A: Yes, 1/3rd (0.33 marks) will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Q6: What is the pay scale for Station Master in Indian Railways?
A: Station Master carries Pay Level 6 with basic pay of ₹35,400 + DA + HRA (Gross salary ₹55,000+).
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