RRB NTPC Vacancy 2026: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced a total of 5,236 vacancies under the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026-27. The recruitment includes 3,548 Graduate Level vacancies and 1,688 Under-Graduate Level vacancies. The Graduate Level recruitment will be conducted under CEN No. 06/2026, while the Under-Graduate Level recruitment will be conducted under CEN No. 07/2026. Online applications for the Graduate Level posts have started from 8 October 2026, while applications for the Under-Graduate Level posts are scheduled to start from 15 October 2026. The recruitment provides opportunities for eligible 12th Pass and Graduate candidates to secure various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts in Indian Railways.
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2026 – Highlights
| Recruitment Board | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC 2026 |
| Graduate CEN | CEN No. 06/2026 |
| Under-Graduate CEN | CEN No. 07/2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 5,236 Posts |
| Graduate Vacancy | 3,548 Posts |
| Under-Graduate Vacancy | 1,688 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Apply Portal | rrbapply.gov.in |
How Many Vacancies Are Available in RRB NTPC 2026?
As per the approved vacancy notice, RRB NTPC 2026 includes a total of 5,236 vacancies across Graduate and Under-Graduate levels. Out of these, 3,548 vacancies are for Graduate Level posts and 1,688 vacancies are for Under-Graduate Level posts.
| Level | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|
| NTPC Graduate Level | 3,548 |
| NTPC Under-Graduate Level | 1,688 |
| Total | 5,236 |
Important: The above vacancy figures are based on the approved Railway Board vacancy notice. Detailed eligibility conditions, category-wise vacancies, age limit, application fee, examination pattern and other conditions are provided in the respective CENs.
RRB NTPC Graduate Vacancy 2026
A total of 3,548 Graduate Level posts have been notified under CEN No. 06/2026. The post-wise vacancy details are given below:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | Level-5 | 2,750 |
| Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor (CCTS) | Level-6 | 127 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (JAA) | Level-5 | 300 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level-5 | 371 |
| Total | – | 3,548 |
Note: CEN No. 06/2026 notifies four Graduate Level posts.
RRB NTPC Under-Graduate Vacancy 2026
The Under-Graduate, or 12th-level, NTPC recruitment includes a total of 1,688 vacancies. The post-wise vacancy details are as follows:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Trains Clerk | Level-2 | 188 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (CCTC) | Level-3 | 700 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Level-2 | 200 |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | Level-2 | 600 |
| Total | – | 1,688 |
Note: The 3 Accounts Clerk vacancies under South Central Railway (SCR) are for IRIFM, Secunderabad.
RRB NTPC 2026-27 Zone-Wise Vacancy
The Railway/Production Unit-wise distribution of RRB NTPC vacancies is provided in the official documents. The table below shows the Graduate, Under-Graduate and combined vacancy figures.
| Railway / PU | Graduate | Under-Graduate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLW | 6 | 10 | 16 |
| CLW | 17 | 16 | 33 |
| CR | 147 | 83 | 230 |
| PLW | 0 | 7 | 7 |
| ECOR | 146 | 40 | 186 |
| ECR | 445 | 119 | 564 |
| ER | 285 | 221 | 506 |
| ICF | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| MCF | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| METRO | 7 | 18 | 25 |
| NCA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| NCR | 252 | 102 | 354 |
| NER | 26 | 61 | 87 |
| NFR | 395 | 92 | 487 |
| NR | 115 | 145 | 260 |
| NWR | 230 | 120 | 350 |
| RCF | 11 | 14 | 25 |
| RDSO | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| RWF | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| SCOR | 42 | 68 | 110 |
| SCR | 19 | 4 | 23 |
| SECR | 504 | 19 | 523 |
| SER | 88 | 103 | 191 |
| SR | 161 | 241 | 402 |
| SWR | 345 | 43 | 388 |
| WCR | 226 | 54 | 280 |
| WR | 65 | 93 | 158 |
| DMW | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Total | 3,548 | 1,688 | 5,236 |
Important: The above figures represent the Railway/Production Unit-wise vacancy distribution and should
not be treated as a simple list of application zones.
RRB NTPC 2026-27 Important Dates
| Event | Graduate Level | Under-Graduate Level |
|---|---|---|
| Vacancy Approval Date | 03 September 2026 | 03 September 2026 |
| Indicative Notice Release Date | 26 September 2026 | 26 September 2026 |
| CEN Notification | CEN No. 06/2026 | CEN No. 07/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 October 2026 | 15 October 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 06 November 2026, 11:59 PM | 13 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application Fee Payment Last Date | 08 November 2026 | 15 October 2026 |
| Correction / Modification Window | 09 November 2026 to 18 November 2026 | 16 November 2026 to 25 November 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced | To be announced |
| Result Declaration Date | To be announced | To be announced |
Note: The Graduate Level application dates have been officially notified under Detailed CEN No. 06/2026.
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 Application Fee
The RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 application fee has been prescribed under Detailed CEN No. 06/2026.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / EBC | ₹250/- |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Note: As per CEN No. 06/2026, the applicable portion of the application fee will be refunded, after deduction of applicable bank charges, to candidates who appear in the 1st Stage CBT.
RRB NTPC 2026-27 Eligibility Criteria
RRB NTPC recruitment includes separate eligibility requirements for Graduate Level and Under-Graduate Level posts. Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualification for the level and post they are applying for.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Graduate Level Qualification | Candidates applying for Graduate Level posts under CEN No. 06/2026 must have a Graduation Degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized University. |
| Under-Graduate Level Qualification | Candidates applying for Under-Graduate Level posts under CEN No. 07/2026 must have passed 12th (+2 Stage) or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board. |
| Typing Requirement | For Graduate Level recruitment, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (JAA) and Senior Clerk cum Typist are typing-related posts. However, as per CEN No. 06/2026, the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) has been dispensed with for these two posts. |
RRB NTPC 2026-27 Age Limit
| Level | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Graduate Level | 18–33 Years |
| Under-Graduate Level | 18–30 Years |
Age Relaxation: SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates will receive age relaxation as per applicable Government rules.
Note: The Graduate Level age limit is calculated as on 01/01/2027.
RRB NTPC 2026-27 Selection Process
For the Graduate Level recruitment under CEN No. 06/2026, the selection process consists of the following stages:
- 1st Stage CBT – Computer Based Test
- 2nd Stage CBT – Computer Based Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important: The Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) has been dispensed with for the Senior Clerk cum Typist and Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (JAA) posts under CEN No. 06/2026.
RRB NTPC 2026-27 Salary
| Pay Level | Post | Initial Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Level-2 | Trains Clerk, Accounts Clerk, Junior Clerk | ₹19,900/- |
| Level-3 | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | ₹21,700/- |
| Level-5 | Goods Train Manager, JAA, Senior Clerk | ₹29,200/- |
| Level-6 | Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | ₹35,400/- |
Eligible employees may also receive DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other applicable benefits as per Railway rules.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready according to their eligibility while applying online:
- 10th Marksheet / Certificate
- 12th Marksheet / Certificate
- Graduation Certificate / Marksheet, where applicable
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Caste Certificate, if applicable
- OBC-NCL / EWS Certificate, if applicable
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable
- Valid Mobile Number and Email ID
Note: Candidates should refer to the respective Detailed CEN for the applicable document requirements.
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2026 – Direct Links
 Online Apply Direct Link |
Click Here |
| Approved Vacancy Notification | Download |
| Full Notification (Graduate) | Download |
| RRB NTPC Graduate Short Notice | Download |
| RRB NTPC Under-Graduate Short Notice | Download |
| Full Notification (Under-Graduate) | Download |
| Official RRB Website | Click Here |
| Official Apply Portal | Click Here |
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2026 – FAQs
How many vacancies are available in RRB NTPC 2026?
RRB NTPC 2026 has a total of 5,236 vacancies, including 3,548 Graduate Level and 1,688 Under-Graduate Level posts.
How many vacancies are available under RRB NTPC Graduate Level?
There are 3,548 Graduate Level posts under RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026.
How many posts are available for RRB NTPC 12th Level?
The RRB NTPC Under-Graduate, or 12th Level, recruitment includes 1,688 posts.
What is the educational qualification for RRB NTPC Graduate Level?
Candidates must have a Graduation Degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized University for the Graduate Level posts under CEN No. 06/2026.
What is the educational qualification for RRB NTPC Under-Graduate Level?
Candidates must have passed 12th (+2 Stage) or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board for the Under-Graduate Level posts under CEN No. 07/2026.
When did the RRB NTPC 2026 application process start?
The Graduate Level online application process started on 08 October 2026. The Under-Graduate Level application process is scheduled to start from 15 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for RRB NTPC 2026?
The last date to apply for the Graduate Level posts is 06 November 2026. The Under-Graduate Level last date is
13 November 2026, as given in the current schedule.
Has the RRB NTPC 2026 Detailed Notification been released?
Yes. The Detailed CEN No. 06/2026 for Graduate Level recruitment has been released and contains details regarding
educational qualification, age limit, application fee, vacancies and selection process.
Where can I apply for RRB NTPC 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit the RRB NTPC application online through the official RRB application portal.
Where can I get the latest RRB NTPC 2026 updates?
For the latest updates related to the Detailed Notification, Eligibility, Vacancy, Application Link and Important Dates, candidates should regularly check the official RRB website and this page.
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