RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026-27: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced 5,236 vacancies for Graduate and Undergraduate posts under CEN 06/2026 and CEN 07/2026. Of these, 3,548 vacancies are for Graduate-level posts and 1,688 for Undergraduate-level posts across various RRB zones.
The online application process for Graduate-level posts is underway, whereas for Undergraduate Posts (CEN 07/2026), the process will commence on 15th October 2026 (Thursday). Candidates can find complete details on zone-wise and post-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limits, important dates, selection process, exam pattern, and application steps below.
RRB NTPC Notification 2026-27 Out
The detailed RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 has been released under CEN 06/2026 for 3,548 Graduate-level vacancies. The notification covers post-wise and zone-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limits, important dates, application procedure, exam pattern, selection process, and other recruitment guidelines.
Download RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 PDF
What’s New in RRB NTPC in 2026?
- RRB has removed the CBAT/CBTST stage from CEN 06/2026 recruitment, which means that there will not be any Typing Test or Aptitude Test for Graduate-level posts. The new selection process includes CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, and Medical Examination.
- Total vacancies for graduate-level posts has been increased to 3548 from 3477 previously.
- RRB NTPC Graduate CBT-I 2026 is tentatively scheduled for the fourth week of December 2026.
- Recruitment for RRB Station Master post will be conducted separately from this year onwards and more than 500 vacancies will be released.
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026 PDF
The detailed Notification PDF for NTPC UG Level CEN 07/2026 will be released on 14th October 2026 (Wednesday). The PDF will contain all the latest details about the UG level recruitment like category-wise vacancy, selection process, application process, etc. Candidates are advised to book this page or visit their regional website regularly to get the PDF link. But before that check out the short notice here.
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RRB NTPC 2026-27 Exam – Highlights
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RRB NTPC 2026-27 – Important Dates
| Events | Graduate Level Dates | UG Level Dates |
| Indicative Notice Release Date | 21 September 2026 | 21st September 2026 |
| Detailed PDF | 7 October 2026 | 14th October 2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 8 October 2026 (Tentative) | 15th October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
6 November 2026, 11:59 PM (Tentative)
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13th November 2026 (11: 59 PM) |
| Application Fee Payment Last Date | 8 November 2026 | To be notified |
| Application Correction Window | 9 to 18 November 2026 | To be notified |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | Fourth week of December 2026 | To be notified |
| CBT 2 Exam Date | To be notified | To be notified |
| Document Verification | To be notified | To be notified |
| Medical Examination | To be notified | To be notified |
RRB NTPC Graduate Exam Date 2026 Out
The RRB NTPC Graduate Level CBT-I exam is tentatively scheduled to begin in the fourth week of December 2026. The exact exam dates will be announced separately. Candidates should use the extra time to prepare and make travel arrangements if needed.
RRB NTPC Graduate Apply Online 2026 Started
The online application process for RRB NTPC Graduate-level posts is now open on the official regional RRB websites. Applicants must fill in the required information, upload the necessary documents, pay the prescribed fee, and submit the form. Candidates can access the direct application link provided here.
RRB NTPC Graduate Apply Online 2026 Link – Active
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply for NTPC-Graduate (CEN 06/2026) is 6th November 2026 (11:55 PM).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund Policy |
| GEN/OBC | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 will be refunded, after deducting bank charges, upon appearing in the 1st Stage CBT. |
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SC/ST/PWD/Women/Ex-Sm/ Transgender/Minorities / Economically Backward
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Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 will be refunded, after deducting bank charges, upon appearing in the 1st Stage CBT. |
RRB NTPC Graduate Vacancy: 3,477 vs 3,548
The RRB has revised the Graduate-level vacancies from 3,477 to 3,548 for posts including Goods Train Manager, Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor (CCTS), Junior Accounts Assistant-cum-Typist (JAA), and Senior Clerk-cum-Typist.
| NTPC-Graduate Post-wise Vacancies 2026 | ||||||
| Cat No. | Name of Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Pay (Rs.) | Medical Standard | Age (as on 01-01-2027) |
Total Vacancies (All RRBs)
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| 1 | Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | 6 | 35,400 | B2 | 18-33 | 127 |
| 2 | Goods Train Manager | 5 | 29,200 | A2 | 18-33 | 2,750 |
| 3 | Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 5 | 29,200 | C2 | 18-33 | 300 |
| 4 | Senior Clerk Cum Typist | 5 | 29,200 | C2 | 18-33 | 371 |
| Grand Total (All RRBs) | – | – | – | – | 3,548 | |
Zone-wise Graduate Level Vacancies
| RRB Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | Total Vacancies |
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RRB Ahmedabad
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6 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 19 |
| RRB Ajmer | 153 | 45 | 12 | 66 | 28 | 304 |
| RRB Bengaluru | 144 | 52 | 25 | 93 | 32 | 346 |
| RRB Bhopal | 72 | 38 | 29 | 13 | 5 | 157 |
| RRB Bhubaneswar | 80 | 17 | 10 | 37 | 2 | 146 |
| RRB Bilaspur | 222 | 80 | 41 | 145 | 54 | 542 |
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RRB Chandigarh
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27 | 8 | 7 | 13 | 4 | 59 |
| RRB Chennai | 55 | 22 | 12 | 36 | 16 | 141 |
| RRB Gorakhpur | 16 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 30 |
| RRB Guwahati | 43 | 17 | 8 | 27 | 9 | 104 |
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RRB Jammu-Srinagar
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27 | 10 | 7 | 18 | 4 | 66 |
| RRB Kolkata | 141 | 47 | 25 | 90 | 29 | 332 |
| RRB Malda | 5 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 26 |
| RRB Mumbai | 69 | 23 | 9 | 41 | 13 | 155 |
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RRB Muzaffarpur
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34 | 11 | 7 | 19 | 7 | 78 |
| RRB Patna | 7 | 10 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| RRB Prayagraj | 110 | 41 | 24 | 66 | 24 | 265 |
| RRB Ranchi | 152 | 58 | 28 | 104 | 35 | 377 |
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RRB Secunderabad
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25 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 5 | 56 |
| RRB Siliguri | 120 | 44 | 21 | 78 | 28 | 291 |
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RRB Thiruvananthapuram
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9 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 25 |
| Total | 1517 | 553 | 300 | 873 | 305 | 3548 |
Is Station Master included in NTPC 2026?
No, the Station Master post from NTPC- Graduate level has been removed from this year onwards.
Is there a typing test?
No, Typing Test or CBTST is no longer included in the selection process.
RRB NTPC Undergraduate New Vacancy 2026
The Undergraduate recruitment covers Pay Level 2 and 3 posts, including Train Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (CCTC), Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Junior Clerk cum Typist. Through this recruitment drive, RRB will fill a total of 1,688 vacancies.
| SN | Post Name | Department | Pay Level |
Approved Vacancies
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| 1 | Trains Clerk | Traffic (Operating) | 2 | 188 |
| 2 | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (CCTC) | Traffic (Commercial) | 3 | 700 |
| 3 | Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Accounts | 2 | 200 |
| 4 | Junior Clerk cum Typist | General | 2 | 600 |
| Total | – | – | 1,688 |
Zone-wise UG Vacancies
| Zone | Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (CCTC) | Junior Clerk cum Typist | Trains Clerk | Total |
| BLW | – | – | 10 | – | 10 |
| CLW | 4 | – | 12 | – | 16 |
| CR | 22 | 31 | 20 | 10 | 83 |
| PLW | 2 | – | 5 | – | 7 |
| ECOR | 9 | 26 | 5 | – | 40 |
| ECR | 0 | 37 | 12 | 70 | 119 |
| ER | 30 | 65 | 100 | 26 | 221 |
| ICF | – | – | 2 | – | 2 |
| MCF | 3 | – | 1 | – | 4 |
| METRO | – | 5 | 13 | – | 18 |
| NCR | 3 | 69 | 20 | 10 | 102 |
| NER | – | 30 | 20 | 11 | 61 |
| NFR | 5 | 31 | 50 | – |
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| NR | 18 | 39 | 70 | 18 | 145 |
| NWR | 25 | 45 | 50 | – | 120 |
| RCF | 4 | – | 10 | – | 14 |
| RDSO | 1 | – | – | – | 7 |
| RWF | – | – | 2 | – | 2 |
| SCOR | – | 60 | 8 | – | 68 |
| SCR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| SECR | 3 | 8 | 0 | – | 19 |
| SER | 11 | 35 | 45 | 18 | 103 |
| SR | 23 | 173 | 50 | – | 241 |
| SWR | 0 | 16 | 19 | 6 | 43 |
| WCR | 7 | 25 | 13 | – | 54 |
| WR | 10 | 5 | 57 | 11 | 93 |
| Total | 200 | 700 | 600 | 188 | 1,688 |
Previous Year RRB NTPC Vacancy Analysis
RRB NTPC vacancies have been on a consistent downward trend since 2024. This means competition is likely to intensify, and candidates should aim for stronger CBT-1 and CBT-2 preparation to improve their selection chances.
| Year | Total Vacancies | Graduate Level |
Undergraduate Level
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| 2024 | 11,558 | 8,113 | 3,445 |
| 2025 | 8,868 | 5,810 | 3,058 |
| 2026 (New CEN) | 5,236 | 3,548 | 1,688 |
RRB NTPC 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for RRB NTPC Graduate and UG posts, candidates must have the following qualifications in terms of age and education.
Age Limit (As on 1/1/2027)
Check the post-wise age limit below:
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Entry Levels
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Age Limit
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Undergraduate Level
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18 to 30 years
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Graduate Level
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18 to 33 years
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Age Relaxation
The age relaxation will be provided as per govt rules. Check the details below.
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Category
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Relaxation in Upper Limit
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OBC-Non Creamy Layer (NCL)
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3 years
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SC/ST
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5 years
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Ex-Servicemen (UR and EWS)
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3 Years (After deduction of length of service from age)
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Ex-Servicemen (OBC-Non Creamy)
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6 Years (After deduction of length of service from age)
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Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST)
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8 Years (After deduction of length of service from age)
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PwBD (UR & EWS)
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10 years
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PwBD (OBC-NCL)
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13 years
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PwBD (SC/ST)
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15 years
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Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and erstwhile Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, with a minimum of 3 years service as well as Substitutes with a minimum of 3 years service in continuous or in broken spells in Railway.
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UR & EWS- 40 years of age
OBC (NCL)- 43 years of age SC/ST- 45 years of age |
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Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway Organization (UR)
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Up to the length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is less
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Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway Organization (OBC)
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Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization (SC/ST)
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Women candidates are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husbands but not remarried. (UR)
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35 years
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Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husbands but not remarried. (OBC)
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38 years
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Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husbands but not remarried. (SC/ST)
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40 years
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Qualification Required
| Posts |
Educational Qualification
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| Goods Train Manager |
Degree from a recognised university and equivalent
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| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist |
Degree from a recognised university or its equivalent.
Typing proficiency in English/Hindi on the computer is necessary. |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist |
12th pass from a recognised Board and equivalent
Typing proficiency in Hindi/English on a computer |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | |
| Trains Clerk | |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk |
RRB NTPC Medical Standards
| S No. | Medical Standard | General Fitness |
Vision Standards
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| 1 | A-2 | Physically fit in all respects |
Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses (No fogging test).
Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 without glasses and must pass test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision and Myopic vision. |
| 2 | B-2 | Physically fit in all respects |
Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (Power of lenses not to exceed 4D).
Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required and must pass test for Field of Vision (Binocular Vision) etc. |
| 3 | C-2 | Physically fit in all respects |
Distant Vision: 6/12, nil with or without glasses.
Near Vision: Sn: 0.6 combined with or without glasses where reading or close work is required. |
RRB NTPC 2026 Aadhaar Authentication: What Candidates Need to Know
RRB has asked NTPC candidates to verify their identity with Aadhaar (or DigiLocker) while creating their account on rrbapply.gov.in. This applies to Graduate (CEN 06/2026) and UG (CEN 07/2026) applications. The purpose is to confirm genuine candidates and stop impersonation in the exam.
How to Apply for the RRB NTPC Application Form 2026?
Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the registration process:
- Visit your regional RRB website and click on the NTPC Application section.
- Select “New Registration” and provide basic details like name, mobile number, and email.
- Check your email for a registration ID and password. Use these credentials to log in.
- Complete your profile by entering your education, work experience (if any), and other relevant information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and any required documents in the prescribed format.
- Choose a payment method and pay the application fee online.
- Review all the details carefully before submitting your form.
- Once submitted, download and save a copy of the application form, and print a hard copy for your records.
Documents Required for RRB NTPC Apply Online Form
| Document | Format | Size | Dimension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caste Certificate (SC/ST) | JPG/JPEG | 50KB – 100KB | – |
| Photograph | JPG/JPEG | 30KB – 70KB | 35mm × 45mm |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG | 30KB – 70KB | 50mm × 20mm |
| SC/ST Certificate | JPEG | Up to 500KB | – |
RRB NTPC Selection Process
The Railway NTPC selection process comprises multiple stages. Successful completion of all four stages makes applicants eligible for the RRB NTPC recruitment. The stages are as follows:
- Computer-Based Test 1
- Computer-Based Test 2
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
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Post-wise Selection Stages for RRB NTPC 2026 Exam
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Stage
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Graduate Posts
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Undergraduate Posts
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CBT Stage 1 (Prelims)
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Mandatory for all
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Mandatory for all
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CBT Stage 2 (Main Exam)
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Mandatory
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Mandatory
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Document Verification (DV)
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Mandatory
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Mandatory
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Medical Examination
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Mandatory
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Mandatory
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RRB NTPC Exam Pattern
Below we have explained the RRB NTPC Exam pattern for CBT 1 and CBT 2.
- CBT 1 is 100 marks, whereas CBT 2 is 120 marks.
- The total time allotted to complete the CBT 1 and CBT 2 papers is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Negative marking: 1/3rd
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RRB NTPC Exam Pattern Details for CBT 1 and CBT 2
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Exam Stage
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Number of Questions
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Maximum Marks
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Duration
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Sections / Subjects
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CBT Stage 1 (Prelims)
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100
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100
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90 minutes (120 minutes for PWD candidates)
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– General Awareness (40 Qs)
– Mathematics (30 Qs) – General Intelligence & Reasoning (30 Qs) |
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CBT Stage 2 (Main Exam)
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120
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120
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90 minutes (120 minutes for PWD candidates)
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– General Awareness (50 Qs)
– Mathematics (35 Qs) – General Intelligence & Reasoning (35 Qs) |
RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026
The RRB NTPC 2026 Syllabus includes 3 subjects, mainly Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness. Candidates can check the Syllabus in the table below.
| Subject | Topics |
| General Awareness |
Current Affairs (National and International), General Science, Indian History, Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Geography (India and the World), Indian Culture and Heritage, Science and Technology, Sports, Books and Authors, Important Days and Events, Awards and Honors, Abbreviations, Major Financial and Economic News, Budget and Five-Year Plans, Who’s Who, Important Organizations and their Headquarters
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| Mathematics |
Number System, Simplification, Decimals and Fractions, LCM and HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Average, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Problems on Ages, Data Interpretation, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration
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| General Intelligence and Reasoning |
Analogies, Classification, Series (Number, Alphabet, and Mixed), Coding and Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense Test, Ordering and Ranking, Alphabetical and Number Series, Word Formation, Distance and Direction, Mathematical Operations, Venn Diagrams, Syllogism, Puzzle, Non-Verbal Reasoning
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| General Science |
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Studies
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RRB NTPC 2026 Salary
The RRB NTPC exam offers various posts catering to different educational qualifications. Below are the details of the posts and the RRB NTPC Salary according to the 7th Pay Commission:
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Posts and Salaries:
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Name of the Post
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Pay Level as per 7th CPC
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Initial Pay (Rs.)
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Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk
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3
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21,700
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Accounts Clerk Cum Typist
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2
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19,900
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Junior Clerk Cum Typist
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2
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19,900
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Trains Clerk
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2
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19,900
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RRB NTPC Graduate Posts and Salaries
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Name of the Post
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Pay Level as per 7th CPC
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Initial Pay (Rs.)
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Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor
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6
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35,400
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Goods Train Manager
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5
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29,200
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Junior Account Assistant cum Typist
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5
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29,200
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Senior Clerk cum Typist
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5
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29,200
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RRB NTPC Graduate vs Undergraduate: What’s the Difference?
RRB NTPC recruitment is conducted for various non-technical positions in Indian Railways through two separate notifications. CEN 06/2026 covers Graduate-level posts for candidates holding a degree, while CEN 07/2026 is for Undergraduate-level posts requiring a 12th-pass qualification.
Both notifications include different posts, eligibility criteria, age limits, and application schedules. Candidates should check the requirements of the respective notification before submitting their application.
| Particular | Graduate Level |
Undergraduate Level
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| Notification | CEN 06/2026 | CEN 07/2026 |
| Vacancies | 3548 | 1,688 |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree | 12th pass |
| Age limit | 18–33 years | 18–30 years |
| Posts | Goods Train Manager (2,750), Sr. Clerk cum Typist (371), Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (300), Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor (127) |
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (700), Junior Clerk cum Typist (600), Accounts Clerk cum Typist (200), Trains Clerk (188)
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| Pay level | Level 5 and 6 | Level 2 and 3 |
| Initial pay | ₹29,200 to ₹35,400 |
₹19,900 to ₹21,700
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| Detailed notification | 7 October 2026 | 14 October 2026 |
| Apply online | 8 Oct to 6 Nov 2026 (tentative) |
15 Oct to 13 Nov 2026
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| Selection stages | CBT 1, CBT 2, DV, Medical Examination | CBT 1, CBT 2, CABT (if required), DV, Medical Examination |
RRBs Regional Websites
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City
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Website
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Ahmedabad
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www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in
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Ajmer
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www.rrbajmer.gov.in
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Bengaluru
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www.rrbbnc.gov.in
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Bhopal
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www.rrbbhopal.gov.in
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Bhubaneswar
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www.rrbbs.gov.in
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Bilaspur
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www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in
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Chandigarh
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www.rrbcdg.gov.in
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Chennai
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www.rrbchennai.gov.in
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Gorakhpur
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www.rrbgkp.gov.in
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Guwahati
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www.rrbguwahati.gov.in
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Jammu-Srinagar
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www.rrbjammu.nic.in
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Kolkata
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www.rrbkolkata.gov.in
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Malda
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www.rrbmalda.gov.in
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Mumbai
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www.rrbmumbai.gov.in
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Muzaffarpur
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www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in
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Patna
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www.rrbpatna.gov.in
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Prayagraj
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www.rrbald.gov.in
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Ranchi
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www.rrbranchi.gov.in
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Secunderabad
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www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in
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Siliguri
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www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in
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Thiruvananthapuram
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www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in
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