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RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 5,165 Posts

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the NTPC Recruitment 2026 for 5,165 Graduate and Undergraduate level posts. Apply online starting October 2026.

27/09/2026
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RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 5,165 Posts

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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced a major update for railway job aspirants. The official notification for the highly anticipated RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment has been released, offering a total of 5,165 tentative vacancies across Graduate and Undergraduate levels. According to the official indicative notice issued by the RRB, the online application process is scheduled to begin in October 2026.

RRB NTPC 2026 Overview

The recruitment drive is divided into two separate Centralized Employment Notices (CEN) based on the educational qualifications required for the posts:

CategoryCEN NumberVacancies (Tentative)Pay Level
Graduate LevelCEN 06/20263,477Level 5 & 6
Undergraduate LevelCEN 07/20261,688Level 2 & 3
Total—5,165—

Important Dates

Candidates must keep track of the following tentative schedule for both graduate and undergraduate level posts:

EventGraduate LevelUndergraduate Level
Detailed Notification7 October 202614 October 2026
Application Start8 October 202615 October 2026
Application Last Date6 November 202613 November 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Graduate Level (CEN 06/2026)

Candidates applying for the Graduate level posts must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university. The age limit is set between 18 to 33 years (calculated as on 1 January 2027). Key profiles include Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, which involves passenger and commercial operations.

Undergraduate Level (CEN 07/2026)

Candidates applying for Undergraduate level posts must have passed 12th (Intermediate) from a recognized board. The age limit is 18 to 33 years. Available profiles include Train Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Junior Clerk cum Typist. Some of these clerical posts require additional proficiency in Hindi or English typing.

Note: Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) as per government norms, which will be detailed in the upcoming official CEN.

Application Fee

The application fee structure and the refund policy after appearing in the first stage exam are detailed below:

CategoryFeeRefund (After Appearing in CBT-1)
General/OBC/EWS₹500₹400 refunded
SC/ST/PwD/Female₹250Full fee refunded

Selection Process

1
CBT Stage 1 Exam

Screening test taken by all candidates to filter applicants.

2
CBT Stage 2 Exam

Post-specific computer-based test for shortlisted candidates.

3
Typing/Aptitude Test

Required only for specific clerical and typing roles.

4
Document Verification

Verification of all original academic and personal documents.

5
Medical Examination

Fitness check as per Railway's prescribed medical standards.

How to Apply Online

1
Visit Official Portal

Go to the official website at rrbapply.gov.in.

2
Select CEN Link

Click on CEN 06/2026 or CEN 07/2026 notification.

3
Complete Registration

Fill in the One Time Registration (OTR) details carefully.

4
Fill Application Form

Enter qualifications, select your category, and choose preferred zone.

5
Pay Fee & Submit

Pay the application fee online and submit your form.

💡 RozgarTap Advice

Make sure to choose your RRB Zone carefully during registration, as it cannot be changed later. Also, ensure you appear for the CBT-1 exam to remain eligible for the application fee refund.


FAQ

Q- Who can apply for RRB NTPC 2026?
A: Graduate degree holders can apply for Graduate level posts, and 12th pass candidates can apply for Undergraduate level posts, with an age limit of 18-33 years.
Q- Can I apply for both Graduate and Undergraduate levels?
A: Yes, if you meet the eligibility criteria for both levels, you can apply separately under each respective CEN notification.
Q- When is the RRB NTPC application fee refunded?
A: The application fee refund process starts only after you successfully appear in the CBT-1 examination.
Q- Is the typing test mandatory for all RRB NTPC posts?
A: No, the typing skill test is only mandatory for specific posts that involve clerical or typing work, such as Junior Clerk cum Typist.
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