Railways Annual Recruitment Calendar 2025-26: Ongoing and Upcoming Exams

The Railways Annual Recruitment Calendar 2025-26 has been released, outlining the schedule of ongoing and upcoming recruitment drives across various departments of the Indian Railways. This annual plan provides candidates with a clear timeline for different posts under the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) and helps them prepare strategically for upcoming exams.

Ongoing Railway Recruitment Notifications

According to the Railways Annual Recruitment Calendar 2025-26, several recruitment notifications have already been released for the current session. These include technical, non-technical, and departmental posts across multiple zones. Below is the list of advertisements released so far:

1. CEN-01/2025 (Assistant Loco Pilot – ALP)
   Recruitment for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot is already underway. This is one of the most popular technical positions in Indian Railways, offering opportunities in various RRB regions.

2. CEN-02/2025 (Technicians)
   The notification for Technician posts was issued following the ALP recruitment. This exam focuses on candidates with technical qualifications in relevant trades.

3. CEN-03/2025 (Paramedical Posts)
   The Paramedical recruitment drive includes posts such as Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Health Inspector, and other allied medical roles within the railway hospitals.

4. CEN-04/2025 (Section Controller)
   The Section Controller recruitment has been announced to fill operational control posts, primarily involving supervision of train movement and safety management.

5. CEN-05/2025 (Junior Engineer – JE)
   The JE recruitment aims to fill vacancies for engineering graduates and diploma holders across Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and IT departments.

6. CEN-06/2025 (NTPC Graduate Level Posts)
   This recruitment includes graduate-level posts such as Station Master, Goods Guard, and Senior Clerk-cum-Typist. The selection process involves CBT 1, CBT 2, and other qualifying stages.

7. CEN-07/2025 (NTPC Undergraduate Level Posts)
   The NTPC Undergraduate notification covers posts for candidates with 10+2 qualifications, including Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, and Train Clerk roles.

Upcoming Railway Recruitment Notifications

The Railways Annual Recruitment Calendar 2025-26 also mentions major upcoming recruitments that are expected to be announced soon.

1. Level 1 (Group D Recruitment 2025)
   The much-awaited Group D recruitment is likely to be announced shortly. This exam will provide opportunities for lakhs of candidates seeking entry-level positions in Indian Railways.

2. Ministerial & Isolated Categories
   The Ministerial and Isolated Categories recruitment notification is also expected soon, covering posts such as Stenographers, Chief Law Assistants, and various administrative roles.

Additional Updates

• RPF Constable Recruitment 2025 is expected to be released in November 2025, likely alongside the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026.

• RPF Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment 2025 is anticipated to be announced together with the SSC CPO Recruitment 2026.

Conclusion

The Railways Annual Recruitment Calendar 2025-26 provides a structured outline of ongoing and upcoming Railway exams, helping aspirants plan their preparation effectively. With multiple notifications already released and major ones like Group D and RPF on the way, 2025-26 promises to be a significant year for railway job seekers across India.