RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially issued the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN No. 06/2026) for Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) posts. A total of 3,548 vacancies are available across various railway zones for posts including Goods Train Manager, Senior Clerk Cum Typist, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist, and Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor. Eligible candidates can submit their forms online between 08.10.2026 and 06.11.2026.
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organization | Government of India, Ministry of Railways (Railway Recruitment Boards) |
| Recruitment Name | CEN No. 06/2026 Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) |
| Post Name | Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor, Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist, Senior Clerk Cum Typist |
| Total Vacancies | 3,548 |
| Job Location | Various Railway Zones / Production Units across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | 1st Stage CBT, 2nd Stage CBT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Level 5 (Rs. 29,200) & Level 6 (Rs. 35,400) under 7th CPC |
| Last Date | 06.11.2026 (23:59 hours) |
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Vacancy Details of RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment
Vacancies are distributed across four main graduate-level designations:
| Category No. | Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Total Vacancies |
| 1 | Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400 | 127 |
| 2 | Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | Rs. 29,200 | 2,750 |
| 3 | Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | Level 5 | Rs. 29,200 | 300 |
| 4 | Senior Clerk Cum Typist | Level 5 | Rs. 29,200 | 371 |
| Grand Total | All Posts | — | — | 3,548 |
Community break-up for regular vacancies: UR – 1517, SC – 553, ST – 300, OBC-NCL – 873, EWS – 305 (plus 351 for ExSM and earmarked PwBD vacancies).
Eligibility Criteria for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a degree from a recognized university or its equivalent as on the closing date. Candidates awaiting their final examination results are not eligible to apply.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 33 years old as of 01.01.2027 (born between 02.01.1994 and 01.01.2009 for UR/EWS). Upper age relaxations apply:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 3 years
- PwBD candidates: 10 to 15 years depending on community
- Ex-Servicemen: Deduct military service length + 3 years (UR/EWS), 6 years (OBC-NCL), or 8 years (SC/ST)
Other Requirements
Candidates must meet the specific medical fitness standards (A-2 for Goods Train Manager; B-2 for Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor; C-2 for Typist roles). Note that candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery are unfit for A-2 posts. The typing skill test for Senior Clerk and Junior Accounts Assistant has been dispensed with for CEN 06/2026, though basic computer proficiency is assessed post-joining.
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Indicative Notice in Employment News | 26.09.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 08.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Online) | 06.11.2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 08.11.2026 |
| Application Modification Window | 09.11.2026 to 18.11.2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
| Admit Card Date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
| Result Date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
How to Apply for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment
- Open the official RRB application portal at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in.
- Create an account with a valid personal mobile number and email ID (or log in if already registered under earlier RRB CENs).
- Fill in the online form and select your single preferred RRB along with post/zone preferences.
- Capture a live photograph against a white background directly through your webcam or mobile camera following the photo guidelines.
- Upload a scanned signature in running hand (black ink, 30–49 KB, JPG/JPEG) and an SC/ST certificate (PDF under 400 KB) if requesting a free travel pass.
- Pay the application fee online (Rs. 500 for UR/OBC; Rs. 250 for SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC).
- Submit the application before 23:59 hours on 06.11.2026 and download the confirmation page for your records.
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Official Notification | Get Details |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Get Details |
FAQs on RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment
What is the closing date to apply for RRB NTPC Graduate recruitment?
The closing date for online applications is 06.11.2026 at 23:59 hours, and the fee payment closes on 08.11.2026.
How many vacancies are notified in CEN 06/2026?
There are 3,548 total vacancies notified across all RRBs for graduate posts.
Is there a skill/typing test for Senior Clerk and Junior Accounts Assistant posts?
No, the typing skill test has been dispensed with for this CEN; typing proficiency is evaluated after joining.
Is there negative marking in the RRB NTPC CBT exams?
Yes, 1/3rd of the marks will be deducted for every wrong answer in both CBT 1 and CBT 2.
Will the examination fee be refunded?
Yes, candidates who appear in 1st Stage CBT will receive a partial fee refund (Rs. 400 out of Rs. 500, or Rs. 250 out of Rs. 250, minus bank charges) to their bank account seeded with Aadhaar.
