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RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 Notification Released for 3548 Posts – Check Dates, Exam Pattern & Apply Online
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the detailed notification for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 under CEN 06/2026. A total of 3,548 vacancies have been announced for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) graduate-level posts including Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, and Senior Clerk cum Typist. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications starting from 8 October 2026.
Important Dates & Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Employment News Indicative Notice Date | 26 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starting Date | 8 October 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 6 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Fee Payment Last Date | 8 November 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 9 to 18 November 2026 |
Vacancy & Post Details
The recruitment drive includes four distinct positions with pay levels ranging from Level 5 to Level 6 under the 7th CPC. The highest number of vacancies are allocated for Goods Train Managers.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | 127 |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | 2750 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | Level 5 | 300 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 | 371 |
| Total | - | 3548 |
Application Fee & Payment Details
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 500 |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities & EBC | Rs. 250 |
Fee Refund Policy: Candidates who appear for the First Stage CBT will receive a partial refund of their application fee (Rs. 400 for Rs. 500 fee payers and full Rs. 250 for concessionary categories, after deducting applicable bank charges).
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 years as of 1 January 2027. Upper age relaxations apply for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC-NCL: 3 years, PwBD: up to 15 years).
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from a recognized university as of 6 November 2026. Final year/semester results awaiting candidates are not eligible.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment process comprises First Stage CBT, Second Stage CBT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Notably, the separate computer-based typing skill test for Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist and Senior Clerk cum Typist has been removed, though adequate typing efficiency is expected post-appointment.
| Exam Stage | Subjects | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT Stage 1 | Maths (30), Reasoning (30), General Awareness (40) | 100 | 90 Minutes |
| CBT Stage 2 | Maths (35), Reasoning (35), General Awareness (50) | 120 | 90 Minutes |
Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in both CBT stages.
Syllabus Overview
- Mathematics: Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio & Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, SI & CI, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Statistics.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Data Sufficiency, Statement-Conclusion, and Puzzle testing.
- General Awareness: Current Events of National and International Importance, Games and Sports, Art and Culture of India, Indian History and Freedom Struggle, Indian Polity and Constitution, Geography, General Science, and Environmental Issues.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official RRB application portal (rrbapply.gov.in).
- Register/Login with valid credentials and choose CEN 06/2026.
- Select your preferred RRB zone and fill in academic and personal details.
- Upload scanned documents, live photograph via webcam/phone camera, and signature as per prescribed size specifications.
- Pay the required application fee online and save the final confirmation page.
