RRB NTPC Graduate Level Exam Date 2026 Out, CBT 1 Starts From 16 March

The Railway Recruitment Board has announced the much-awaited RRB NTPC Graduate Exam Date 2026 for CEN 06/2025. As per the latest notice released today, 13th February 2026, the Computer-Based Test 1 (CBT 1) for Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) posts will be conducted from 16 March to 27 March 2026 across various exam centres in India.

Candidates who have applied for the RRB NTPC Graduate Level recruitment can now begin their final revisions as the exam schedule has been confirmed.

RRB NTPC Graduate Level Exam Date 2026 Out

The Computer-Based Test 1 will be conducted in online mode starting from 16th March 2026 and it will continue till 17th March 2026. It is expected that this exam will be held in multiple shifts and the exact reporting time will be given on the admit card. Check all examd date related information below.

RRB NTPC Exam Schedule Notice

RRB NTPC 2026 Exam Schedule

The Board has also confirmed the city’s intimation and the admit card release date:

1. Exam City & Date Intimation Link will be activated 10 days before the exam date on the official websites of respective RRBs.
2. E-Call Letter (Admit Card) will be available for download 4 days before the exam date mentioned in the city intimation slip.

RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Pattern 2026

• Duration: 90 minutes
• Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (Online)
• Question Type: Objective (MCQs)

Check: RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026

Check: RRB NTPC Previous Year Papers

RRB NTPC Graduate Selection Process 2026

1. CBT 1
2. CBT 2
3. CBAT/CBTST
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

RRB NTPC Graduate Level Vacancies

• Goods Train Manager: 3416
• Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist: 921
• Senior Clerk Cum Typist: 638
• Station Master: 615
• Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor: 161
• Traffic Assistant: 59

Aadhaar Biometric Verification Mandatory

RRBs have made it clear that Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will be conducted at the exam centres before entry. So, candidates must:

• Carry original Aadhaar card or printed e-verified Aadhaar
• Ensure Aadhaar remains unlocked in UIDAI system before exam day

What Should Candidates Do Now?

With the exam dates officially announced, candidates should:

1. Revise concepts once again
2. Practice mock tests daily
3. Keep the required documents ready
4. Wait for the City Intimation and Admit Card, and download on time

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Reach the exam centre well before reporting time.
• Carry a printed admit card and valid photo ID.
• Do not rely on unofficial news or rumours.
• Follow only official RRB websites for updates.
• Recruitment will be strictly based on CBT performance and merit.