The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is set to fill 8,868 vacancies for the 2025-26 cycle across Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC). This recruitment drive includes both undergraduate and graduate-level positions within Indian Railways' Zonal Railways and Production Units. The official RRB NTPC Exam Date 2026 for undergraduate-level posts has been announced.
RRB NTPC 2026 Exam
The RRB NTPC recruitment provides a premier opportunity for candidates to secure a career with the Indian Railways. This drive is open to candidates holding a 12th-grade certificate or a recognized university degree. This guide provides comprehensive information on the exam schedule, pattern, syllabus, vacancies, and eligibility criteria for both UG and graduate-level positions as detailed below.
| Graduate Level (CEN 06/2025) | 12th Level (CEN 07/2025) |
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RRB NTPC UG Exam Date 2026 Revised
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) published the official notice regarding the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam Date 2026 (CEN 07/2025) on June 1st, 2026, via http://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/. The CBT 1 exam for undergraduate posts is scheduled from 7th May to 20th June 2026 (specifically 7th, 8th, 9th May and 13th through 20th June 2026). Exam-specific details, including venues and timings, are provided in the official admit cards.
Reporting Time and Exam Duration
Shift timings for the RRB NTPC Undergraduate examination will be confirmed alongside the release of the city intimation slips. The Railway Recruitment Board will conduct the CBT 1 exam in three daily shifts.
| Shifts | Reporting Time | Exam Duration |
| Shift 1 | 7:30 am | 9 am to 10:30 am |
| Shift 2 | 11:15 am | 12:45 pm to 2:15 pm |
| Shift 3 | 3 pm | 4:30 pm to 6 pm |
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RRB NTPC 2026 Exam- Summary
| Key Details | |
| Organization | 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, Senior Clerk cum typist, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Trains Clerk |
| Advt. No. | For Graduates (CEN 06/2025) For Under Graduates (CEN-07/2025) |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Exam Dates | UG- 7th, 8th, 9th May and 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th June 2026 Graduate- 16th to 27th March 2026 |
| Total Vacancy | Graduate Level- 5810 12th Level- 3058 |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Qualification | 12th (+2 Stage) / Any Graduates |
| Age Limit | Graduate- 18 to 33 years UG- 18 to 30 years |
| Selection Process | CBT-1, CBT-2, CBAT, Skill Test, Document Verification, Medical Test |
| Official Website | http://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
Key dates and milestones for the upcoming RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment are outlined below.
| Events | For Graduates (CEN 06/2025) | For UG Level (CEN-07/2025) |
| RRB NTPC Notification (Detailed) | 20th October 2025 | 27th October 2025 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 21st October 2025 | 28th October 2025 |
| RRB NTPC Apply Online Last Date | 27th November 2025 (11:59 pm) | 4th December 2025 (11:59 pm) |
| Last Date for Application fee payment for the submitted applications | 29th November 2025 | 6th December 2025 |
| Application Form Corrections | 30th November to 9th December 2025 | 7th to 16th December 2025 |
| Dates during which eligible scribe candidates must provide their scribe details in the application portal | 10th to 14th December 2025 | 17th to 21st December 2025 |
| RRB NTPC Application Status 2026 | 21st January 2026 | 6th February 2026 |
| RRB NTPC City Intimation 2026 | 6th March 2026 | 27th April 2026 |
| RRB NTPC Admit Card 2026 | 12th March 2026 | 3rd May 2026 |
| RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Date | 16th to 27th March 2026 | 7th May to 20th June 2026 |
| RRB NTPC Answer Key 2026 | 6th April 2026 | To be Notified |
| RRB NTPC CBT 1 Result | June 2026 | To be Notified |
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RRB NTPC 2026 Notification
This recruitment cycle features 5,810 vacancies for graduate-level roles and 3,058 for undergraduate-level roles. Eligibility is based on academic qualifications: Graduates may apply for graduate posts, while 12th-pass candidates qualify for UG-level roles. Access the official notification PDFs via the links provided.
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2026 [Post-wise]
Under the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026, a total of 8,868 vacancies will be filled, consisting of 5,810 graduate-level spots and 3,058 undergraduate-level spots. Detailed post-wise vacancy distributions are provided in the tables below.
| Post Type | Vacancies |
| Graduate Level | 5810 |
| UG Level (12th Level) | 3058 |
| Total | 8868 |
Graduate Level Vacancies
The 5,810 graduate posts require a minimum educational qualification of a university degree. Applicants must be between 18 and 33 years of age. Relevant positions for the graduate-level category are listed below.
| Posts | Vacancies |
| Goods Train Manager | 3416 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 921 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | 638 |
| Station Master | 615 |
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | 161 |
| Traffic Assistant | 59 |
| Total | 5810 |
RRB NTPC Graduate Vacancy 2026 (Zone-wise)
| Zones | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
| RRB AHMEDABAD | 43 | 12 | 03 | 15 | 6 | 79 |
| RRB AJMER | 121 | 64 | 12 | 111 | 37 | 345 |
| RRB BANGALORE | 115 | 32 | 17 | 47 | 30 | 241 |
| RRB BHOPAL | 151 | 60 | 27 | 106 | 38 | 382 |
| RRB BHUBANESWAR | 64 | 37 | 21 | 56 | 53 | 231 |
| RRB BILASPUR | 350 | 126 | 64 | 236 | 88 | 864 |
| RRB CHANDIGARH | 85 | 27 | 16 | 51 | 20 | 199 |
| RRB CHENNAI | 73 | 31 | 22 | 43 | 18 | 187 |
| RRB GORAKHPUR | 48 | 16 | 10 | 27 | 10 | 111 |
| RRB GUWAHATI | 20 | 10 | 04 | 14 | 08 | 56 |
| RRB JAMMU-SRINAGAR | 15 | 05 | 03 | 08 | 01 | 32 |
| RRB KOLKATA | 284 | 103 | 46 | 186 | 66 | 685 |
| RRB MALDA | 213 | 83 | 46 | 133 | 47 | 522 |
| RRB MUMBAI | 254 | 89 | 43 | 153 | 57 | 596 |
| RRB MUZAFFARPUR | 08 | 04 | 02 | 05 | 02 | 21 |
| RRB PATNA | -- | 10 | 12 | -- | 01 | 23 |
| RRB PRAYAGRAJ | 51 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 06 | 110 |
| RRB RANCHI | 255 | 118 | 45 | 166 | 67 | 651 |
| RRB SECUNDERABAD | 145 | 59 | 32 | 119 | 41 | 396 |
| RRB SILIGURI | 08 | 04 | 01 | 06 | 02 | 21 |
| RRB THIRUVANANTHAPURAM | 18 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 04 | 58 |
| Total | 2321 | 922 | 457 | 1508 | 602 | 5810 |
UG Level Vacancies
The undergraduate-level posts require a minimum educational qualification of 12th grade (+2 stage). Candidates must be aged between 18 and 30 years. The specific roles and vacancy counts for this category are detailed below.
| Name of the posts | Total Vacancies(All RRBs) |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 163 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 394 |
| Trains Clerk | 77 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 2424 |
| Total Vacancies | 3058 |
RRB NTPC UG Vacancy 2026 (Zone-wise)
| Zones | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
| RRB AHMEDABAD | 58 | 23 | 13 | 43 | 16 | 153 |
| RRB AJMER | 65 | 13 | 05 | 25 | 08 | 116 |
| RRB BANGALORE | 27 | 09 | 04 | 07 | 07 | 54 |
| RRB BHOPAL | 53 | 21 | 08 | 30 | 11 | 123 |
| RRB BHUBANESWAR | 10 | 02 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 18 |
| RRB BILASPUR | 26 | 11 | 05 | 19 | 08 | 69 |
| RRB CHANDIGARH | 10 | 03 | 03 | 06 | 02 | 24 |
| RRB CHENNAI | 33 | 11 | 05 | 23 | 08 | 80 |
| RRB GORAKHPUR | 68 | 25 | 15 | 48 | 17 | 173 |
| RRB GUWAHATI | 57 | 21 | 08 | 36 | 13 | 135 |
| RRB JAMMU-SRINAGAR | 58 | 21 | 13 | 34 | 11 | 137 |
| RRB KOLKATA | 215 | 76 | 38 | 129 | 41 | 499 |
| RRB MALDA | 79 | 29 | 16 | 52 | 20 | 196 |
| RRB MUMBAI | 190 | 72 | 39 | 140 | 53 | 494 |
| RRB MUZAFFARPUR | 16 | 05 | 03 | 11 | 04 | 39 |
| RRB PATNA | 09 | 03 | 04 | 05 | 03 | 24 |
| RRB PRAYAGRAJ | 128 | 53 | 54 | 50 | 18 | 303 |
| RRB RANCHI | 21 | 10 | 03 | 16 | 06 | 56 |
| RRB SECUNDERABAD | 115 | 40 | 25 | 68 | 24 | 272 |
| RRB SILIGURI | 03 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 07 |
| RRB THIRUVANANTHAPURAM | 39 | 12 | 01 | 26 | 08 | 86 |
| Total | 1280 | 461 | 264 | 773 | 280 | 3058 |
RRB NTPC Vacancy Comparison
Compared to the previous cycle's 11,558 vacancies (8,113 graduate and 3,445 undergraduate), this year marks a decrease of 2,690 positions. Given the 2019 recruitment peak of over 35,000, current trends indicate a shift in Indian Railways' recruitment volume.
| Post Name | 2019 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 |
| Graduate | 24678 | 8113 | 5810 |
| 12th Level | 10603 | 3445 | 3058 |
| Total | 35281 | 11558 | 8868 |
RRB NTPC Graduate Level Vacancy Trend
RRB NTPC 12th Level Vacancy Trend
RRB NTPC 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Prospective applicants must meet the strict eligibility standards mandated by the board. Education requirements and age limits for the RRB NTPC Exam 2026 are summarized below.
Educational Qualification
Candidates are required to possess the specified minimum educational qualifications to qualify for the RRB NTPC 2026 selection process.
| Posts | Educational Qualification | |
| Graduate Level | Goods Train Manager, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, and Station Master | Graduate Degree from recognized university and equivalent |
| 12th Level | Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 12th pass from a recognized school and equivalent Typing proficiency in Hindi/English on computer |
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
The age eligibility for the upcoming RRB NTPC 2026 Exam is 18 to 33 years.
| Levels | Age Limit |
| Graduate Level | 18 to 33 years |
| 12th Level (12th Pass) | 18 to 30 years |
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| Age Group | Lower age limit as on 01.01.2026 (not born after) | Upper age limit as on 01.01.2026 (Date of Birth not earlier than) | ||
| 18 to 33 years | For all communities/categories | UR/EWS | OBC-NCL | SC/ST |
| 01.01.2008 | 02.01.1993 | 02.01.1990 | 02.01.1988 | |
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| Age Group | Lower age limit as on 01.01.2026 (not born after) | Upper age limit as on 01.01.2026 (Date of Birth not earlier than) | ||
| 18 to 30 years | For all communities/categories | UR/EWS | OBC-NCL | SC/ST |
| 01.01.2008 | 02.01.1996 | 02.01.1993 | 02.01.1991 | |
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RRB NTPC 2026 Apply Online
Registration for the 5,810 graduate-level vacancies was conducted via http://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/. Click the link below to review the comprehensive online application guide.
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RRB NTPC 2026 Application Fees
The application window is now closed. The standard registration fee was Rs. 500 for General and OBC categories; Rs. 400 of this amount is refundable after the candidate appears for the 1st Stage CBT (minus bank charges).
| S.No | Category | Fee |
| 1 | For GEN/OBC | Rs. 500/- |
| 2 | For SC/ST/PWD/Women/Ex-Sm/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward | Rs. 250/- This fee of Rs 250 shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges as applicable on appearing in 1st Stage CBT. |
RRB NTPC 2026 Selection Process
The RRB NTPC 2026 selection process involves the following key stages:
- First Stage of CBT
- Second Stage of CBT
- Typing Test (Skill Test) / Aptitude Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
| RRB NTPC 2026 Selection Process for Graduate Level Posts | |
| Posts | Selection Process |
| Goods Train Manager | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
| Station Master | CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT |
| RRB NTPC 2026 Selection Process for Under graduate Level Posts | |
| Posts | Selection Process |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typis | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test |
| Trains Clerk | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
RRB NTPC 2026 Exam Pattern
Candidates will progress through a 1st Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT), 2nd Stage CBT, Typing Skill Test/Aptitude Test (post-dependent), and Document Verification/Medical Examination. Selections are based strictly on merit across these stages.
The examination is conducted in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
| CBT 1 Exam Pattern | |||
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks | Duraton |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 90 minutes |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
| CBT 2 Exam Pattern | |||
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks | Duraton |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 90 minutes |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | |
Note: A negative marking of 1/3rd mark applies for every incorrect answer.
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RRB NTPC 2026 Syllabus
To maximize your score, it is essential to review the RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026 thoroughly. The table below outlines the CBT 1 syllabus.
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RRB NTPC 2026 Marks Normalisation
Due to the multi-session format of the exams, a normalization process is utilized to ensure fairness across varying difficulty levels. The formula for calculating normalized marks is detailed below.
RRB NTPC 2026 Salary
RRB NTPC positions are categorized into Graduate Posts and 12th-Level Posts. Below are the designations and their respective initial pay scales as per the 7th CPC RRB NTPC salary guidelines.
RRB NTPC Salary for 12th Level Posts
- Junior Clerk cum Typist: Rs 19,900 (Level-2)
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist: Rs 19,900 (Level-2)
- Trains Clerk: Rs 19,900 (Level-2)
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk: Rs 21,700 (Level-3)
RRB NTPC Salary for Graduate Posts
- Goods Train Manager: Rs. 29,200 (Level-5)
- Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor: Rs. 35,400 (Level-6)
- Senior Clerk cum Typist: Rs. 29,200 (Level-5)
- Junior Account Assistant cum Typist: Rs. 29,200 (Level-5)
- Station Master: Rs. 35,400 (Level-6)
An overview of the allowances and benefits associated with RRB NTPC posts is provided below.
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Pension Scheme
- Medical Benefits
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RRB NTPC 2026 Exam Analysis
Use our summarized analysis of previous RRB NTPC exams to guide your preparation strategy. Below is the section-wise and topic-wise breakdown of the exam structure.
RRB NTPC Stage-1: General Awareness Section
General Awareness is the most time-efficient section, carrying the highest weightage (40 marks). Focus on current affairs and General Science, with History typically comprising over 12 questions. Detailed analysis is available below.
| Topic | No. of Questions | Level |
| History | 6-7 | Easy |
| Geography | 5 | Easy |
| Chemistry | 1-2 | Easy |
| Biology | 3-4 | Easy |
| Physics | 2-3 | Easy |
| Computer | 4 | Easy |
| Polity | 1-2 | Easy-Moderate |
| Static GK | 8-9 | Easy |
| Current Affairs | 11-12 | Easy-Moderate |
| Total | 40 | Easy- Moderate |
RRB NTPC Stage-1: Mathematics Section
A balanced preparation across all sections is vital. Regularly attempt the RRB NTPC Mock Test to improve your speed. Focus on mastering Arithmetic and Data Interpretation.
| Topic | No. of Questions | Level |
| Percentage | 1 | Easy |
| Number System | 3 | Easy |
| LCM & HCF | 2-3 | Easy |
| Time & Work | 2-3 | Easy |
| CI & SI | 2-3 | Easy |
| Time & Distance | 3 | Easy |
| Profit & Loss | 2 | Easy |
| Mensuration | 1 | Easy |
| Trigonometry | 2-3 | Easy |
| Average | 1-2 | Easy |
| Square- Root | 2 | Easy |
| Ratio | 1-2 | Easy |
| Total | 30 | Easy-Moderate |
RRB NTPC Stage-1: General Intelligence & Reasoning Section
The General Intelligence and Reasoning section consists of 30 questions. The topic-wise distribution from the previous examination is detailed below.
| Topics | No. of Questions | Level |
| Puzzles | 3 | Easy |
| Syllogism | 3 | Easy |
| Venn Diagram | 3 | Moderate |
| Sentence arrangement | 3 | Easy-Moderate |
| Statement & Assumptions | 1 | Moderate |
| Statement & Conclusion | 2 | Easy-Moderate |
| Alpha-Nemuric Series | 1 | Easy |
| Analogy | 1 | Easy |
| Mathematical Operations | 3 | Easy-Moderate |
| Direction Sense | 2 | Easy-Moderate |
| Blood Relation | 1 | Easy-Moderate |
| Odd one out | 2 | Easy-Moderate |
| Seating Arrangement | 1 | Easy-Moderate |
| Coding-Decoding | 1 | Easy-Moderate |
| Total | 30 | Easy-Moderate |
RRB NTPC 2026 Cut-Off
Reviewing previous cut-offs helps in setting realistic benchmarks. For the 2015 exam, 18,252 candidates qualified for stage 2. Regional cut-off trends are provided 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 |
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FAQs
Yes, the RRB NTPC 2026 CBT 1 exam for undergraduate-level posts is scheduled from 7th May to 20th June 2026.
RRB NTPC is a competitive examination for non-technical positions conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board. NTPC stands for Non-Technical Popular Categories.
The 2026 recruitment drive includes 8,868 total vacancies, split between 5,810 graduate-level and 3,058 undergraduate-level positions.
Yes, normalization is applied across all stages of the RRB NTPC examination to ensure parity.
Educational requirements are specified per post in the official notification; please refer to the notification for exact details.
The selection process consists of four stages: 1st Stage CBT, 2nd Stage CBT, Typing Skill/Aptitude Test (if applicable), and Document Verification/Medical Examination.
Yes, negative marking applies to CBTs, with a deduction of 1/3rd of a mark for every incorrect answer.
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