The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have opened the online application process for the RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment, with 5,236 vacancies announced. Candidates interested in Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts can apply through the official RRB recruitment portal @www.rrbapply.gov.in.
The undergraduate application deadline is 13 November 2026, while graduate-level candidates must submit their forms by 6 November 2026. Check detailed instructions on how to apply, direct link, documents to submit, application fee, correction window, and more.
RRB NTPC Apply Online 2026 Live
Before submitting the form, applicants should confirm whether they are applying for the undergraduate-level recruitment under the relevant CEN. Candidates can now check the eligibility conditions, application fee, and document requirements to avoid mistakes during registration.
RRB NTPC Apply Online: Key Dates
The graduate-level recruitment comes under CEN 06/2026, while undergraduate-level posts come under CEN 07/2026.
| Event | Graduate Level (CEN 06/2026) |
Undergraduate Level (CEN 07/2026)
|
| Application start date | 8 October 2026 | 15 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 6 November 2026 | 13 November 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | Check official notification | 15 November 2026 |
| Application mode | Online | Online |
| CBT 1 exam date | To be announced |
To be announced
|
RRB NTPC Apply Online 2026 Link
The application process is currently live for the two categories under the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026. Graduate candidates can apply till 6 November 2026, while Undergraduate candidates can apply till 13 November 2026. The direct link have been provided below:
RRB NTPC Apply Online 2026 Link
(The above Link is the same for both UG and graduate applications)
How to Apply Online for RRB NTPC 2026
Candidates can follow this method to submit their applications:
- Visit the official website, rrbapply.gov.in.
- Open the latest recruitment section and select the appropriate RRB NTPC notification.
- Choose CEN 06/2026 for graduate-level posts or CEN 07/2026 for undergraduate-level posts.
- Complete account registration using the required personal and contact details. Candidates with an existing account should follow the portal’s instructions.
- Log in and enter the required personal information, educational qualifications, category details and post preferences.
- Upload the photograph, signature and other documents in the prescribed format.
- Select the available examination preferences and language options, wherever required.
- Pay the application fee using an available online payment method.
- Review all the information carefully and submit the form.
- Download or print the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.
RRB NTPC Application Fee
To complete their registration and submit their applications successfully, candidates must pay the application fee, which is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST | ₹250 |
| PwBD candidates | ₹250 |
| Female candidates | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 |
| Transgender candidates | ₹250 |
| Minority communities | ₹250 |
RRB NTPC Application Correction Window
The Application Correction Window allows candidates to edit or correct details in their submitted application form. Candidates who have made mistakes while filling out the form should use this facility within the prescribed dates to ensure their application details are accurate.
During the correction period, candidates must log in to the official RRB application portal and make the necessary changes wherever permitted. The correction window for Graduate post will be open from 9th to 18th November and for UG, it will be open from 16th to 25th November 2026.
RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria 2026
The eligibility criteria differ for graduate-level posts under CEN 06/2026 and undergraduate-level posts under CEN 07/2026.
| Eligibility Criteria | RRB NTPC Graduate Level |
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level
|
| Notification number | CEN 06/2026 | CEN 07/2026 |
| Educational qualification | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised university |
Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board
|
| Minimum marks | As prescribed by the degree qualification; no separate minimum percentage stated in the general eligibility summary |
Generally 50% aggregate marks in Class 12
|
| Age limit | 18 to 33 years | 18 to 30 years |
| OBC-NCL age relaxation | 3 years | 3 years |
| SC/ST age relaxation | 5 years | 5 years |
| PwBD age relaxation | 10 years for UR/EWS, 13 years for OBC-NCL and 15 years for SC/ST |
10 years for UR/EWS, 13 years for OBC-NCL and 15 years for SC/ST
|
| Nationality | Must satisfy the nationality conditions specified in the notification |
Must satisfy the nationality conditions specified in the notification
|
| Medical fitness | Post-specific standards, including A-2, B-2 and C-2 |
Post-specific medical standards, including B-2, C-2 and A-3
|
| Final-year candidates | Not eligible if awaiting the final result of the prescribed degree |
Candidates awaiting the qualifying examination result should check the notification; the required qualification must be held by the prescribed closing date
|
RRB NTPC Selection Process 2026
The selection process comprises the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test 1 (CBT 1): The first-stage examination used to shortlist candidates.
- Computer-Based Test 2 (CBT 2): Candidates qualifying in the first stage proceed to the next examination.
- Typing Skill Test: Applicable to posts requiring typing proficiency.
- Document Verification: Candidates must present valid certificates and supporting documents.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must meet the prescribed medical standards for the allotted post.
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