Good news for Railway job seekers! The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), under the Ministry of Railways, has issued the RRB NTPC Notification 2025 (CEN No. 06/2025) on 20th October 2025 for Graduate Level posts. This recruitment drive offers 5800 vacancies across Pay Levels 4, 5, and 6, covering six different posts in various Railway departments across various zones.
If you’re aspiring to build a career in Indian Railways, this is a great opportunity. Interested candidates should go through the details and apply online before the last date.
RRB NTPC Notification 2025 Out
RRB NTPC stands for Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories, and under this exam category, Graduate Level posts such as:
- Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor (CCTS)
- Station Master
- Goods Train Manager
- Traffic Assistant
- Junior Account Assistant cum Typist (JAA)
- Senior Clerk cum Typist
Today, RRB will upload the detailed RRB NTPC Graduate Level Notification PDF, which mentions important details such as the selection process, how to apply, application dates, and more. So, exam preparation is incomplete without reading this document.
Download RRB NTPC Notification 2025 PDF (Official)- Link Inactive
RRB NTPC 2025 Notification- Highlights
The RRB NTPC Exam is conducted by RRB, and exam centres are established across all Zonal Railways. There are multiple stages in the selection proces,s including CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT/Skill Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Selected candidates will receive a basic pay ranging from Rs. 29, 200 to 35,400. Check other highlights below:
| RRB NTPC 2025 Exam: Highlights | |
| Railway Board Name |
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
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| Posts | Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Traffic Assistant, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, and Senior Clerk cum Typist |
| Total Vacancy | 5800 |
| Advt Number | CEN No. 06/2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 21st October to 20th November 2025 |
| Qualification |
Graduated in any discipline
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| Age Limit | 18 to 33 years |
| Selection Process |
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| Salary | Basic pay starts at Rs. 29,200 (Varies as Per post) |
| Official Website |
http://www.rrbapply.gov.in/
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| Job Location | Across India |
What are the online application dates for RRB NTPC 2025 Exam?
Candidates can apply for RRB NTPC 2025 graduate level posts from 21st October to 20th November 2025.
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025 Out
The total vacancies announced by RRB is 5800 for Level 4, 5, and 6 posts. Check the table below for more clarity.
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RRB NTPC Graduate Level Vacancy Detail (Post-wise
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| Sr. No. | Post Name | Department | Pay Level |
Approved Vacancies
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| 1 | Station Master | Traffic (Operating) | 6 | 5800 |
| 2 | Goods Train Manager | Traffic (Operating) | 5 | |
| 3 | Traffic Assistant (Metro Railway) | Traffic (Operating) | 4 | |
| 4 | Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor (CCTS) | Traffic (Commercial) | 6 | |
| 5 | Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (JAA) | Accounts | 5 | |
| 6 | Sr. Clerk cum Typist | General | 5 | |
| Total Vacancies: | ||||
RRB NTPC 2025-26: Important Dates
The official notification mentions some of the important dates that each candidate should be aware of. The table mentions the application dates, expected exam date, etc.
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RRB NTPC 2025-26 Important Dates and Events
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| Activity | NTPC Graduate Important Dates (CEN 06/2025) |
| Short Notice | 29th September 2025 |
| Detailed Notification | 20th October 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 21st October 2025 |
| Last Date to Submit Application Form | 20th November 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | TBA |
| Application Correction Window | TBA |
| Admit Card | TBA |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | TBA |
| CBT 2 Exam Date | TBA |
RRB NTPC 2025 Eligibility Criteria
The RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria define the requirements that candidates must meet to apply for various Non-Technical Popular Categories posts. These criteria mainly include nationality, educational qualification, and age limit.
- Candidates must be Indian citizens.
- For Graduate posts, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university.
- The age limit ranges from 18 to 33 years for Graduate posts.
- Age relaxation is applicable for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government rules.
Age Limit
For Graduate Posts (Degree Holders): Candidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age.
Age Relaxation (Number of Years)
The age relaxation will be provided as per govt rules. Check the details below.
| Category | Relaxation in Upper Limit |
| OBC-Non Creamy Layer (NCL) | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR and EWS) | 3 Years (After deduction of length of service from age) |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC-Non Creamy) | 6 Years (After deduction of length of service from age) |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 Years (After deduction of length of service from age) |
| PwBD (UR & EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| 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. | UR & EWS- 40 years of age OBC (NCL)- 43 years of age SC/ST- 45 years of age |
| Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway Organization (UR) | Up to the length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is less |
| Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway Organization (OBC) | |
| Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization (SC/ST) | |
| Women candidates are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husbands but not remarried. (UR) | 35 years |
| Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husbands but not remarried. (OBC) | 38 years |
| Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husbands but not remarried. (SC/ST) | 40 years |
RRB NTPC 2025 Qualification
Candidates applying for the RRB NTPC Graduate Level posts must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or institution. The qualification should be completed by the closing date of application. Candidates in their final year are not eligible to apply.
RRB NTPC 2025 Apply Online Starts on 21 Oct
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will start the online application process for RRB NTPC 2025 from 21st October 2025 for Graduate Level posts and from 28th October 2025 for Undergraduate posts.
Eligible and interested candidates can submit their applications through their respective regional RRB websites. The online form will be filled in two parts – Part 1 for registration and Part 2 for providing additional details, uploading documents, and paying the application fee.
Applicants are advised to keep their documents, an active mobile number, and an email ID ready before starting the registration to avoid any last-minute issues.
RRB NTPC 2025 Application Fees
The RRB NTPC 2025 Application Fees are mentioned in the table given below for the candidates. Candidates are required to pay to complete the application form online or offline.
| RRB NTPC 2025 Application Fees | |
| Category | Application Fees |
| PwBD, Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Minority Communities, and Economically Backward Class | Rs 250/- |
| SC, ST, ExSM, PwBD, Female, Minority, EBC, or Transgender | Rs 250/- |
| General, EWS, or OBC | Rs 500/- |
RRB NTPC 2025 Selection Process
The RRB NTPC Selection Process 2025 includes multiple stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 1 (100 Marks)
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 2 (120 Marks)
- Typing Skill Test/Computer Aptitude Test (as applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
| RRB NTPC Graduate Level Post-wise Selection Process 2025 | |
| Posts |
Selection Process
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| Goods Train Manager | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
| Station Master |
CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT
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| Senior Clerk cum Typist |
CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test
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| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist |
CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test
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RRB NTPC 2025 Exam Pattern
The Exam pattern and structure details of CBT 1 and CBT 2 are discussed below:
CBT 1 Pattern Details
- Sections: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Negative marking: 1/3rd of the marks deducted for each wrong answer
CBT 2 Pattern Details:
Stage: CBT 2 is the second stage of the RRB NTPC exam, with a higher difficulty level than CBT 1
- Sections: Mathematics, Reasoning, General Intelligence & General Awareness
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Negative marking: 1/3rd of the marks deducted for each wrong answer
- Importance: Clearing CBT 2 is essential to move to the next stages of the selection process
| RRB NTPC CBT 1 and CBT 2 Pattern | ||||
| Exam Stage | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| CBT-1 (Screening) | General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 90 minutes (120 mins for PwD) |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | ||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | ||
| Total | 100 | 100 | ||
| CBT-2 (Main Exam) |
General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 90 minutes (120 mins for PwD) |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | ||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 | ||
| Total | 120 | 120 | – | |
RRB NTPC 2025 CBAT Exam Pattern
- The Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) is conducted for the Station Master post.
- Typing Skill Test is conducted for posts like Junior Accounts Assistant-cum-Typist, Senior Clerk-cum-Typist, and Senior Time Keeper.
RRB NTPC 2025 Salary
The RRB NTPC Salary 2025 is a major reason why so many candidates aspire to join the Indian Railways. The salary is structured as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), with a pay scale ranging from ₹19,900 to ₹35,400, depending on the post and pay level. This attractive pay, along with job security and allowances, makes RRB NTPC one of the most sought-after government exams.
Graduate Level Post-wise Salary
For Graduate-level posts like Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Senior Clerk, JAA, and CCTS, salaries range from ₹29,200 (Level 5) to ₹35,400 (Level 6).
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | 29,200 |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | 35,400 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 | 29,200 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (JAA) | Level 5 | 29,200 |
| Station Master | Level 6 | 35,400 |
| Traffic Assistant | Level 4 | To be Updated |
RRBs Regional Websites
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has various regional websites for candidates to access information and updates related to CEN No. 05/2024 and 06/2024. Candidates can check the following table for their respective regions.
| City | Website |
| Ahmedabad | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Ajmer | www.rrbajmer.gov.in |
| Bengaluru | www.rrbbnc.gov.in |
| Bhopal | www.rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Bhubaneswar | www.rrbbs.gov.in |
| Bilaspur | www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| Chandigarh | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Chennai | www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Gorakhpur | www.rrbgkp.gov.in |
| Guwahati | www.rrbguwahati.gov.in |
| Jammu-Srinagar | www.rrbjammu.nic.in |
| Kolkata | www.rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Malda | www.rrbmalda.gov.in |
| Mumbai | www.rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| Muzaffarpur | www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in |
| Patna | www.rrbpatna.gov.in |
| Prayagraj | www.rrbald.gov.in |
| Ranchi | www.rrbranchi.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| Siliguri | www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in |
| Thiruvananthapuram | www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in |
| Important Links | |
| RRB NTPC Syllabus | RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria |
| RRB NTPC Exam Pattern | RRB NTPC UG Result 2025 |
| RRB NTPC Previous Year Papers | RRB NTPC Preparation Tips |
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