RRB NTPC 2026 · Notification & recruitment
RRB NTPC Notification 2026: Recruitment, Vacancy, Dates, Fee and How to Apply
The latest RRB NTPC notice is "CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate) and CEN No. 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate)", published 26 September 2026 (indicative notice in Employment News). Applications are open until 6 November 2026.
Official notice: CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate) and CEN No. 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate) →
Dates, vacancies, fee, eligibility and selection process, copied from the latest official notice. Nothing here is estimated; the official notice is the final word.
RRB NTPC 2026 important dates
Applications are open until 6 November 2026.
| Indicative notice in Employment News | 26 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online application (Graduate, CEN 06/2026) | 8 October 2026 – 6 November 2026 (23:59) |
| Fee payment last date (Graduate) | 8 November 2026 |
| Modification window (Graduate) | 9 November 2026 – 18 November 2026 (₹250 per modification) |
| Online application (Undergraduate, CEN 07/2026) | 15 October 2026 – 13 November 2026 (23:59) |
| Fee payment last date (Undergraduate) | 15 November 2026 |
| Modification window (Undergraduate) | 16 November 2026 – 25 November 2026 |
| CBT | See the official notice |
Source: CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate) and CEN No. 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate) (published 26 September 2026 (indicative notice in Employment News)). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
RRB NTPC vacancy 2026
Vacancies: 3,548 (Graduate, CEN 06/2026) + 1,688 (Undergraduate, CEN 07/2026) = 5,236
- Graduate (CEN 06/2026): Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist
- Undergraduate (CEN 07/2026): Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk
Source: CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate) and CEN No. 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate) (published 26 September 2026 (indicative notice in Employment News)). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
RRB NTPC 2026 posts, pay and vacancies
The tables below are the all-RRB totals printed in each CEN. RRB-wise and Railway-zone-wise distribution is given in Annexure B of the respective notice; you choose one RRB and then rank zones and posts by preference.
Graduate posts (CEN 06/2026)
| Post | Pay level (initial pay) | Medical standard | Age | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 (₹35,400) | B-2 | 18–33 | 127 |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 (₹29,200) | A-2 | 18–33 | 2,750 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | Level 5 (₹29,200) | C-2 | 18–33 | 300 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 (₹29,200) | C-2 | 18–33 | 371 |
| Total | 3,548 |
Undergraduate posts (CEN 07/2026)
| Post | Pay level (initial pay) | Medical standard | Age | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Level 3 (₹21,700) | B-2 | 18–30 | 700 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Level 2 (₹19,900) | C-2 | 18–30 | 200 |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | Level 2 (₹19,900) | C-2 | 18–30 | 600 |
| Trains Clerk | Level 2 (₹19,900) | A-3 | 18–30 | 188 |
| Total | 1,688 |
RRB NTPC eligibility summary
Age limit: 18–33 years (Graduate); 18–30 years (Undergraduate) (as on 1 January 2027).
- Graduate posts: degree from a recognised university or equivalent, held by 6 November 2026
- Undergraduate posts: 12th (+2) or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate (not required for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen or higher-qualified candidates)
RRB NTPC application fee
₹500 (General, incl. OBC-NCL/EWS men); ₹250 (SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Transgender/Minorities/EBC)
No category is fully exempt; ₹400 of the ₹500 fee and the full ₹250 fee are refunded, minus bank charges, on appearing in the 1st stage CBT.
Source: CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate) and CEN No. 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate) (published 26 September 2026 (indicative notice in Employment News)). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
RRB NTPC selection process
- 1st stage CBT (screening)
- 2nd stage CBT (15 times community-wise vacancies shortlisted per RRB)
- Document verification and medical examination
- Typing Skill Test: dropped for graduate Cum Typist posts per CEN 06/2026; for undergraduate posts see the official notice
How to apply for RRB NTPC 2026
- 1
Apply once, to one RRB
Submit a single online application on the unified RRB website. You can apply to only one RRB, and that choice is final; multiple applications are rejected.
- 2
Upload a live photo and your signature
Upload a live image of yourself and your own signature in the specifications given in the CEN; blurred or non-standard photos and signatures make the application liable to rejection.
- 3
Graduate CEN 06/2026 dates
Applications 8 October – 6 November 2026 (11:59 pm), fee by 8 November 2026, modification window 9 – 18 November 2026.
- 4
Undergraduate CEN 07/2026 dates
Applications 15 October – 13 November 2026 (11:59 pm), fee by 15 November 2026, modification window 16 – 25 November 2026.
- 5
Pay the fee
₹500 for most candidates, of which ₹400 is refunded (less bank charges) on appearing in the first-stage CBT; ₹250 for SC, ST, ex-servicemen, PwBD, women, transgender, minority and economically backward class candidates, refunded on appearing. Each modification costs ₹250 (non-refundable).
RRB NTPC official links
- Official notice (PDF): CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate) and CEN No. 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate) (published 26 September 2026 (indicative notice in Employment News))
- Official website: rrb.indianrailways.gov.in (the only place to apply)
Check the official notice before applying: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/assets/forms/CEN_06_2026_NTPC_G.pdf
Frequently asked questions
When can I apply for RRB NTPC?
Online application (Graduate, CEN 06/2026): 8 October 2026 – 6 November 2026 (23:59), as per the notice published on 26 September 2026 (indicative notice in Employment News). Applications are made only on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
How many vacancies are there in RRB NTPC?
3,548 (Graduate, CEN 06/2026) + 1,688 (Undergraduate, CEN 07/2026) = 5,236, according to the CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate) and CEN No. 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate).
What is the application fee for RRB NTPC?
₹500 (General, incl. OBC-NCL/EWS men); ₹250 (SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Transgender/Minorities/EBC). No category is fully exempt; ₹400 of the ₹500 fee and the full ₹250 fee are refunded, minus bank charges, on appearing in the 1st stage CBT. (as per the CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate) and CEN No. 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate)).
How many vacancies are there in RRB NTPC 2026?
5,236: 3,548 graduate posts under CEN 06/2026 and 1,688 undergraduate posts under CEN 07/2026.
Which NTPC post has the most vacancies?
Goods Train Manager, with 2,750 posts in Level 5.
Can 12th pass students apply for RRB NTPC?
Yes, for the undergraduate posts under CEN 07/2026, with at least 50% in 12th (not required for SC/ST/PwBD/ex-servicemen or those with higher qualifications).
Can I apply to more than one RRB?
No. Only one application to one RRB is allowed, and the choice of RRB is final.
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