RRB NTPC 2025 Notification Out, Apply for 8868 Graduate & UG Vacancies
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), under the Ministry of Railways, has released the RRB NTPC 2025 Notification for Non-Technical Graduate and Undergraduate posts. The recruitment aims to hire candidates who successfully get through the examination process. Currently, a total of 8860 vacancies have been announced for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025-26 under CEN No. 06/2025 (Graduate) and CEN No. 07/2025 (Undergraduate/12th) level posts in various Zonal Railways and Production Units (PUs).
Needless to say, it's a great opportunity from the Indian Railways for young candidates between the ages of 18 to 33 years. So, without any delay, check out the important details here and apply before the deadline to reserve your chance.
RRB NTPC 2025 Notification Out
Out of total 8860 posts, 5810 vacancies are for graduate level and 3058 are for undergraduate posts. The Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB NTPC Official notification for Graduate and 12th-level posts on all Zonal RRB websites, which candidates can access based on their location. It is provided in PDF format containing details such as selection process, important dates, vacancy application process, exam pattern, salary & allowance, exam centre, and other important details.
RRB NTPC 2025 Exam: Brief Guide
The RRB NTPC Exam is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for various Level 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 posts. It is a must-have opportunity for 12th pass/Graduate aspirants who are looking for a Govt Job in Indian Railways. Check the table below for exam highlights.
RRB NTPC 2025 Exam: Highlights | |
Railway Board Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
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- Graduate Posts Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Trains Clerk - Undergraduate Posts |
Total Vacancy | 8860 |
Advt Number | CEN No. 06 & 07/2025 |
Application Mode | Online |
Qualification | 12th Pass/Graduated in any discipline |
Selection Process |
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Salary | As per post |
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2025 | |
Official Website | http://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ |
Job Location | Across India |
RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2025 | |
About RRB NTPC
RRB NTPC stands for “Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories.” It is a national-level competitive examination conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) to recruit candidates for various non-technical posts in the Indian Railways. The exam evaluates candidates’ aptitude, reasoning, general awareness, and problem-solving skills. Successful candidates are appointed to different departments across Indian Railways, offering stable and prestigious career opportunities.
Which posts are being recruited under RRB NTPC 2025-26?
RRB NTPC 2025 covers both Graduate-level and Undergraduate-level Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC). For graduate level posts, candidates with Bachelor's degree are qualified to appear and for UG posts, 12th pass are eligible. The posts include:
Graduate Level Posts (CEN 06/2025) | UG (12th Level) Posts (CEN 07/2025) |
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RRB NTPC Exam 2025: 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.
RRB NTPC Exam 2025-26 | ||
Activity | NTPC Graduate Important Dates (CEN 06/2025) | NTPC Undergraduate Important Dates (CEN 07/2025) |
Short Notice | 29th September 2025 | 29th September 2025 |
Detailed Notification | 20th October 2025 | 27th October 2025 |
Apply Online Starts | 21st October 2025 | 28th October 2025 |
Last Date to Submit Application Form | 20th November 2025 (23:59 hrs) | 27th November 2025 |
Last Date to Pay Fee | 22nd November 2025 | 29 November 2025 |
Application Correction Window | 22 Nov to 2 Dec 2025 | 30 Nov to 9 Dec 2025 |
Admit Card | - | - |
CBT 1 Exam Date | - | - |
CBT 2 Exam Date | - | - |
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025
The RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 presents an excellent chance for graduates to obtain employment in the Indian Railways. A total of 5,810 positions are available across Level 4, 5, and 6 posts, allocated among different zones and production units within the railways. For undergraduate posts, the total vacancy is 3058. Refer to the table below for detailed post distribution and clarity on openings.
RRB NTPC Graduate Vacancy Detail (Post-wise) | |
Post | Total Vacancies (All RRBs) |
Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | 5,810 |
Station Master | |
Goods Train Manager | |
Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | |
Senior Clerk Cum Typist | |
Traffic Assistant | |
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Vacancy Detail (Post-wise) | |
Name of the Post | Total Vacancies (All RRBs) |
Junior Clerk cum Typist | 3,058 |
Accounts Clerk cum Typist | |
Trains Clerk | |
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | |
RRB NTPC 2025 Eligibility Criteria
In applying for the RRB NTPC Exam, the first thing for candidates is to know the eligibility criteria. The RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria require candidates to meet certain educational and age standards. Candidates can check the details of the RRB NTPC Eligibility below.
RRB NTPC 2025 Age Limit
Check the post-wise age limit below:
Entry Levels | Age Limit (as on 1/1/ 2025) |
Undergraduate Level | 18 to 30 years |
Graduate Level | 18 to 33 years |
Age Relaxation
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
Check the post-wise RRB NTPC Educational Qualification details from the table below.
Posts | Educational Qualification |
Goods Train Manager | Degree from a recognized university and equivalent |
Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | |
Station Master | |
Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Degree from a recognized 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 recognized Board and equivalent Typing proficiency in Hindi/English on a computer |
Accounts Clerk cum Typist | |
Trains Clerk | |
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk |
RRB NTPC 2025 Application Form
The RRB NTPC 2025 Application Process has begun for Graduate-level and 12th level posts, allowing eligible candidates to apply through their respective regional RRB websites. Candidates are advised to check the official notification carefully and complete their applications within the given dates to avoid last-minute issues.
RRB NTPC Apply Online 2025- Click to Apply
RRB NTPC 2025 Application Fees
The RRB NTPC Application Fees are mentioned in the table given below for the candidates. Candidates are specified application fee that they need to pay to complete the application form online or offline.
Online Form Fee Details | |
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 Railway NTPC selection process comprises four stages. Successful completion of all four stages makes applicants eligible for the RRB NTPC recruitment 2025. The stages are as follows:
- First Stage of CBT
- Second Stage of CBT
- Typing Test (Skill Test) / Aptitude Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Post-wise Selection Stages for RRB NTPC 2025 Exam | |||
Stage | Graduate Posts | Undergraduate Posts | Details |
CBT Stage 1 (Prelims) | Mandatory for all | Mandatory for all | Screening test with MCQs on General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning. Qualifying is required. |
CBT Stage 2 (Main Exam) | Mandatory | Mandatory | Higher-level MCQs on General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, and General Science (for some posts). Marks used for final merit. |
Typing / CBAT | for Junior Clerk/Typist, Accounts Clerk, etc. and CBAT for Station Master | Typist post | Tests typing speed/accuracy or computer-based aptitude. Only applicable to selected posts. Aptitude test is only conducted for Station Master post |
Document Verification (DV) | Mandatory | Mandatory | Verification of documents, eligibility, and category certificates. |
Medical Examination | Mandatory | Mandatory | Medical fitness as per Indian Railways standards. |
RRB NTPC 2025 Exam Pattern
If you want to crack the RRB NTPC Exam, then you must have a great understanding of the exam pattern. RB NTPC Exam Pattern helps you to understand the overall structure of the exam, the question's weightage from each section and the time you will get to attempt it. Below we have explained the RRB NTPC Exam pattern for CBT 1, CBT 2 and CBAT.
- CBT 1 exam has three sections: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness.
- CBT 1 is 100 marks whereas CBT 2 is 120 marks.
- The total time allotted to complete the CBT 1 and CBT 2 paper is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- There is a negative marking; one-third of the marks for a question will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern Details for CBT 1 and CBT 2 | |||||
Exam Stage | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration | Sections / Subjects | |
CBT Stage 1 (Prelims) | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes (general candidates) 120 minutes (PWD candidates) | - General Awareness (40 Qs) - Mathematics (30 Qs) - General Intelligence & Reasoning (30 Qs) | |
CBT Stage 2 (Main Exam) | 120 | 120 | 90 minutes (general candidates) 120 minutes (PWD candidates) | - General Awareness (50 Qs) - Mathematics (35 Qs) - General Intelligence & Reasoning (35 Qs) | |
RRB NTPC CBAT Exam Pattern
- 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 Syllabus
The RRB NTPC 2025 Syllabus includes 3 subjects, mainly Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness. Candidates can check the RRB NTPC Syllabus in the table below.
Subjects | Topics |
General Awareness |
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Mathematics |
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General Intelligence and Reasoning |
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General Science |
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RRB NTPC 2025 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:
Name of the Post | Pay Level as per 7th CPC | Initial Pay (Rs.) |
Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | 3 | 21,700 |
Accounts Clerk Cum Typist | 2 | 19,900 |
Junior Clerk Cum Typist | 2 | 19,900 |
Trains Clerk | 2 | 19,900 |
RRB NTPC Graduate Posts and Salaries:
Name of the Post | Pay Level as per 7th CPC | Initial Pay (Rs.) |
Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 6 | 35,400 |
Station Master | 6 | 35,400 |
Goods Train Manager | 5 | 29,200 |
Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 5 | 29,200 |
Senior Clerk cum Typist | 5 | 29,200 |
Traffic Assistant | 4 | 25,500 |
RRBs Regional Websites
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has various regional websites for candidates to access information and updates. 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 |
RRB NTPC 2025 Preparation Tips
The candidates can go through the details of the RRB NTPC Preparation Tips to start preparing effectively. They need a strategise their preparation and include the below-mentioned tips to excel in the examination.
- To understand the fundamentals of the topics included in the syllabus, consult the best RRB NTPC books.
- To keep up with the most recent news and events, read newspapers.
- Learn the key formulas and theorems by heart.
- Improve your speed and accuracy when answering questions by working over the previous year's exam papers.
- Take practice exams to gain insight into how to respond to questions on the real examination.
RRB NTPC Previous Year Question Paper
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will be holding the RRB NTPC 2025 Exam soon. Candidates preparing for this exam can benefit from using the RRB NTPC Previous Year Question Papers. These papers are available for download on the official RRB website at https://indianrailways.gov.in/. Click on the link mentioned below to download the CBT 1 and CBT 2.
RRB NTPC 2025 Cut Off
The RRB NTPC Cut Off will be released along with the result once the exam is conducted. Until then, candidates can check the details of the previous year's RRB NTPC Cut-Off below.
S.No. | Zone | General | OBC | SC | ST |
1 | Ahmedabad | 72.86 | 64.91 | 57.23 | 48.1 |
2 | Ajmer | 77.39 | 70.93 | 62.13 | 59.74 |
3 | Allahabad | 77.49 | 70.47 | 62.85 | 47.02 |
4 | Bangalore | 64.97 | 57.28 | 30.1 | 29 |
5 | Bhopal | 72.9 | 66.31 | 58.61 | 51.16 |
6 | Bhubaneshwar | 71.91 | 65.76 | 53.09 | 48.79 |
7 | Bilaspur | 68.79 | 60.7 | 51.49 | 50.07 |
8 | Chandigarh | 82.27 | 71.47 | 71.87 | 46.71 |
9 | Chennai | 72.14 | 69.11 | 57.67 | 46.84 |
10 | Gorakhpur | 77.43 | 69.01 | 56.63 | 47.67 |
11 | Guwahati | 66.44 | 57.11 | 52.53 | 52.91 |
12 | Jammu | 68.72 | 50.88 | 52.27 | 38.05 |
13 | Kolkata | 79.5 | 71.53 | 67.07 | 52.92 |
14 | Malda | 61.87 | 48.42 | 43.11 | 31.89 |
15 | Mumbai | 77.05 | 70.21 | 63.6 | 54.95 |
16 | Muzaffarpur | 57.97 | 45.57 | 30.06 | 25 |
17 | Patna | 63.03 | 53.57 | 38.55 | 26.69 |
18 | Ranchi | 63.75 | 57.29 | 45.48 | 48.58 |
19 | Secunderabad | 77.72 | 72.87 | 63.73 | 59.13 |
20 | Siliguri | 67.52 | 56.26 | 54.31 | 45.9 |
21 | Thiruvananthapuram | 79.75 | 75.1 | 56.14 | 36.45 |
RRB NTPC 2025 Admit Card
The RRB NTPC Admit Card will be available for download once the link is activated on the official RRB website. It can be accessed on the Regional Recruitment Boards' sites according to zones. Important Documents Needed for the RRB NTPC Exam:
- Photo ID Proof
- Passport-size Photograph
- Copy of the RRB NTPC Admit Card
RRB NTPC 2025 Online Coaching
Online coaching for the RRB NTPC exam is crucial for candidates as it offers flexibility, access to expert guidance, and a structured study plan. It provides comprehensive coverage of the syllabus, practice tests, and instant doubt resolution, improving preparation. With interactive learning and time management strategies, RRB NTPC Online Coaching by Adda247 helps aspirants stay updated with exam patterns and boosts their confidence for better performance.
RRB NTPC 2025 Mock Test
The RRB NTPC Mock Test offered by Adda247 is a valuable resource for candidates preparing for the exam. It simulates the actual exam environment, helping aspirants familiarise themselves with the exam pattern and time management. These mock tests cover a wide range of topics and difficulty levels, providing comprehensive practice. Detailed performance analysis and instant feedback help identify strengths and areas for improvement, making it an effective tool for enhancing preparation and boosting confidence for the RRB NTPC exam.
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