The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2025-26 for 5810 vacancies. This is the latest Railway vacancy that has been released by RRB which aims to hire eligible candidates for RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories Level 4, 5, and 6 posts in Indian Railways.
So, if you are a Bachelor’s degree holder and eager to join to the Indian Railways, then this is the opportunity for you. On this page, you will find details about the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 here which will help you understand the exam more clearly.
RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2025 Out
The official NTPC Notification PDF has been published on all Zonal websites of the Railway Recruitment Board. This year, a total of 6 posts have been offered under the CEN No. 06/2025 for a total vacancy of 5810 and the online application process is currently active. Candidates can apply only once from the RRB of their region to which they belong.
Download the PDF here which contains important details like vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection procedure, exam pattern, and application process.
Download RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2025 PDF (Official)
RRB NTPC Graudate Level 2025-26 Exam: Detailed Summary
The RRB NTPC Graduate Exam is conducted by RRB, and exam centres are established across all Zonal Railways. Selected candidates will receive a basic pay ranging from Rs. 29,200 to 35,400. Check other highlights below:
| RRB NTPC Graduate 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 | 5810 |
| 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 Graduate Level 2025 Exam?
Candidates can apply for RRB NTPC 2025 graduate level posts from 21st October to 20th November 2025.
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RRB NTPC Graduate New Vacancy 2025-26
The RRB NTPC Graduate Vacancy 2025 offers a great opportunity for graduates to secure a government job in the Indian Railways. Total vacancy is 5,810 vacancies (Level 4, 5, and 6 posts), and it is distributed across various zones and production units of the Indian Railways. Check the table below for more clarity.
| RRB NTPC Graduate Level Vacancy Detail (Post-wise) | |||
| No. | Post | Pay Level in 7th CPC |
Total Vacancies (All RRBs)
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| 1 | Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | 6 | 161 |
| 2 | Station Master | 6 | 615 |
| 3 | Goods Train Manager | 5 | 3,416 |
| 4 | Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 5 | 921 |
| 5 | Senior Clerk Cum Typist | 5 | 638 |
| 6 | Traffic Assistant | 4 | 59 |
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Grand Total (All RRBs)
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5,810 | ||
RRB NTPC Graduate Vacancy 2025 (Zone-Wise)
| RRB Region | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | ExSM |
| Bilaspur | 350 | 126 | 64 | 230 | 88 | 864 | 87 |
| Chandigarh | 85 | 27 | 16 | 51 | 20 | 199 | 21 |
| Chennai | 73 | 31 | 22 | 43 | 18 | 187 | 18 |
| Gorakhpur | 48 | 16 | 10 | 27 | 10 | 111 | 10 |
| Guwahati | 20 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 56 | 5 |
| Jammu–Srinagar | 15 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 32 | 3 |
| Kolkata | 284 | 103 | 46 | 186 | 66 | 685 | 68 |
| Malda | 213 | 83 | 46 | 133 | 47 | 522 | 54 |
| Mumbai | 254 | 89 | 43 | 153 | 57 | 596 | 61 |
| Muzaffarpur | 8 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 21 | 2 |
| Patna | 0 | 10 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 23 | 2 |
| Ahmedabad | 43 | 12 | 3 | 15 | 6 | 79 | 8 |
| Ajmer | 121 | 64 | 12 | 111 | 37 | 345 | 34 |
| Bangalore | 115 | 32 | 17 | 47 | 30 | 241 | 23 |
| Bhopal | 151 | 60 | 27 | 81 | 33 | 352 | 38 |
| Bhubaneswar | 64 | 37 | 21 | 56 | 53 | 231 | 23 |
| Prayagraj | 51 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 110 | 11 |
| Ranchi | 255 | 118 | 45 | 166 | 67 | 651 | 65 |
| Secunderabad | 145 | 59 | 32 | 119 | 41 | 396 | 40 |
| Siliguri | 8 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 21 | 2 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 18 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 4 | 58 | 5 |
| Total | 2321 | 922 | 457 | 1508 | 602 | 5810 | 580 |
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2025-26: Important Dates
The official RRB NTPC notification details all important dates every candidate should track, including opening and closing dates for online applications, deadlines for fee payment, periods for making corrections, and the expected exam timeline.
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RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025-26
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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 | 22nd November 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 22 Nov to 2 Dec 2025 |
| Admit Card | TBA |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | TBA |
| CBT 2 Exam Date | TBA |
About RRB NTPC Graduate Level Exam
The Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories (RRB NTPC) exam is held to recruit candidates for various graduate-level positions in the Indian Railways. The posts under RRB NTPC 2025 recruitment are:
- Station Master
- Goods Train Manager
- Traffic Assistant
- Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor
- Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist
- Senior Clerk cum Typist.
The recruitment process consists of multiple stages: Computer-Based Test (CBT 1 and CBT 2), followed by a Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) or Skill Test, Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 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 (As on 1/1/2026)
For Graduate Posts (Degree Holders): Candidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age.
| No. | Post | Medical Standard | Age (as on 01-01-2026) |
| 1 | Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | B2 | 18–33 |
| 2 | Station Master | A2 | 18–33 |
| 3 | Goods Train Manager | A2 | 18–33 |
| 4 | Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | C2 | 18–33 |
| 5 | Senior Clerk Cum Typist | C2 | 18–33 |
| 6 | Traffic Assistant | A2 | 18–33 |
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Grand Total (All RRBs)
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Age Relaxation (Number of Years)
The age relaxation will be provided as per the government 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 recognised university or institution. The qualification should be completed by the closing date of the application. Candidates in their final year are not eligible to apply.
RRB NTPC Graduate Level Online Form 2025
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has started the online application process for the RRB NTPC 2025 recruitment for Graduate Level posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through their respective regional RRB websites.
The application process is divided into two parts: Part 1 for registration and Part 2 for entering additional details, uploading required documents, and paying the application fee.
Apply Now: RRB NTPC Apply Online Link Active
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/- |
How to Apply Online for RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2025-26?
Candidates can apply for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2025-26 through the official regional RRB websites. Here’s a quick guide to the process:
- Visit the official RRB website of your region.
- Click on the link for “RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2025 (CEN 06/2025)”.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to generate login credentials.
- Log in and fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee through online payment options.
- Review all details and submit the form.
- Download and print the application confirmation page for future reference.
Aadhaar Verification Before Online Application Process
Before applying, candidates must ensure their Aadhaar details, including Name and Date of Birth, match their Class 10 certificate. They should also update their photo and biometric data in Aadhaar to avoid verification issues. Reading CEN No. 06/2025 and CEN No. 07/2025 carefully before submitting the form is advised.
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 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 Graduate Level 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.
Check: RRB NTPC Official Syllabus 2025
RRB NTPC Graduate Level Salary 2025
A large number of candidates are drawn to Indian Railways jobs because RRB NTPC 2025 offers an appealing pay scale—ranging from ₹19,900 to ₹35,400 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, depending on the role.
Besides this competitive salary, employees benefit from job security, allowances, and ample growth opportunities, which make this exam highly preferred among government job seekers.
Check: RRB NTPC Salary 2025
Post-wise Salary Details
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). Check the salary below:
| No. | Post | Pay Level in 7th CPC | Initial Pay (Rs.) |
| 1 | Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | 6 | 35,400 |
| 2 | Station Master | 6 | 35,400 |
| 3 | Goods Train Manager | 5 | 29,200 |
| 4 | Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 5 | 29,200 |
| 5 | Senior Clerk Cum Typist | 5 | 29,200 |
| 6 | Traffic Assistant | 4 | 25,500 |
| Important Links | |
| RRB NTPC Exam Pattern | RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025 |
| RRB NTPC Previous Year Papers | RRB NTPC Preparation Tips |
| RRB NTPC Syllabus |
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