RRB NTPC: Apply for graduate posts by Nov 6; UG applications open Oct 15

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has initiated the recruitment process for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts for 2026, releasing separate notifications for graduate and undergraduate levels. The graduate-level notification (CEN 06/2026) was published on October 7, 2026, while a short notice for undergraduate posts (CEN 07/2026) was issued on September 21, 2026. These recruitments aim to fill a total of 5,236 vacancies in various departments of Indian Railways.

The application window for graduate-level positions is currently open, with candidates required to apply by November 6, 2026. For undergraduate-level posts, online applications will begin on October 15, 2026. This year’s recruitment marks a reduction in total vacancies compared to previous years, indicating increased competition for aspiring candidates.

Application Process and Key Dates

The online application process for graduate-level posts under CEN 06/2026 commenced on October 8, 2026. Candidates have until November 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM to submit their applications. The deadline for application fee payment for these posts is November 8, 2026. A modification window for graduate-level applications will be available from November 9 to 18, 2026.

For undergraduate-level posts under CEN 07/2026, online applications are scheduled to open on October 15, 2026. The last date for submitting applications for these positions is November 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM. The detailed PDF notification for undergraduate posts is expected to be released on October 14, 2026. The official website for all applications is rrbapply.gov.in.

Vacancies and Eligibility Criteria

A total of 3,548 graduate-level vacancies have been announced under CEN 06/2026. These posts include Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor (127 vacancies), Goods Train Manager (2,750 vacancies), Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (300 vacancies), and Senior Clerk cum Typist (371 vacancies). The age limit for graduate-level posts is 18 to 33 years as on January 1, 2027. These positions fall under Pay Level 5 and Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

For undergraduate-level posts, 1,688 tentative vacancies have been indicated under CEN 07/2026. These include Trains Clerk (188 vacancies), Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (700 vacancies), Accounts Clerk cum Typist (200 vacancies), and Junior Clerk cum Typist (600 vacancies). The age limit for undergraduate-level posts is 18 to 30 years (for UR/EWS candidates) as on January 1, 2027. These posts are in Pay Level 2 and Pay Level 3 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

Application Fees and Selection Process

The application fee for General and OBC candidates is Rs. 500, with Rs. 400 refundable upon appearing in CBT 1. For SC, ST, PWD, Women, Ex-Servicemen, Transgender, Minorities, and Economically Backward candidates, the fee is Rs. 250, which is fully refunded upon appearing in CBT 1. The refund is subject to deduction of bank charges.

The selection process for both graduate and undergraduate-level posts includes Computer Based Test 1 (CBT 1), Computer Based Test 2 (CBT 2), Document Verification, and a Medical Test. Notably, the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) and Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) have been removed for graduate-level posts under CEN 06/2026. The RRB NTPC exam is a national-level online examination.

Changes in 2026 Recruitment and Exam Pattern

The RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment cycle introduces several changes compared to previous years. The total number of vacancies has decreased from 11,558 in 2024 and 8,868 in 2025 to 5,236 in 2026. For graduate-level posts (CEN 06/2026), the number of covered posts has been reduced from six to four, with Station Master and Traffic Assistant posts no longer included in this recruitment. Recruitment for the RRB Station Master post will be conducted separately from 2026 onwards.

The selection process for relevant graduate posts has been simplified by removing the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) and Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT). Additionally, the Pay Levels for graduate posts are now limited to Level 5 and 6, with Level 4 removed. The Computer Based Test 1 (CBT 1) and Computer Based Test 2 (CBT 2) exam dates for both graduate and undergraduate levels are yet to be announced by the Railway Recruitment Board.

Overview of RRB NTPC 2026-27 Exam

The RRB NTPC exam is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board to fill non-technical posts within various departments of Indian Railways, with salaries governed by the 7th Pay Commission. The posts covered in the current recruitment include Goods Train Manager, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Junior Clerk cum Typist. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree for graduate-level posts or have passed 12th standard for undergraduate-level posts.

Further reading

• Railway NTPC 2026 graduate recruitment begins today for 3,548 posts; apply by 6 November
• RRB NTPC 2026 graduate application link active; apply by November 11 for 3,477 posts
• RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 applications open for 590 posts; apply by October 14
• UPSC direct recruitment 2026 applications open for 13 posts; apply by October 16
• TMC Recruitment 2026 notification out for 57 posts, apply online before October 28

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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