Graduates looking for a railway job can apply for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026. The Railway Recruitment Boards have announced 3,548 vacancies under CEN 06/2026.
Applications opened on October 8. The last date to apply is November 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
The posts include Goods Train Manager, Senior Clerk-cum-Typist, Junior Accounts Assistant-cum-Typist and Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor.
If you have completed your degree, start by checking your age and the eligibility rules. You do not need previous work experience if you meet the other conditions.
RRB NTPC 2026: Quick Details
| Detail | Information |
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Total vacancies | 3,548 |
| Qualification | Graduation |
| Age limit | 18–33 years as on January 1, 2027, subject to rules |
| Application started | October 8, 2026 |
| Last date | November 6, 2026 |
| Fee payment deadline | November 8, 2026 |
| Starting basic pay | ₹29,200–₹35,400 |
| Exam date | To be announced |
| Apply online | rrbapply.gov.in |
Which Posts Are Available?
| Post | Vacancies | Starting basic pay |
| Goods Train Manager | 2,750 | ₹29,200 |
| Senior Clerk-cum-Typist | 371 | ₹29,200 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant-cum-Typist | 300 | ₹29,200 |
| Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor | 127 | ₹35,400 |
| Total | 3,548 | — |
Goods Train Manager has the highest number of vacancies. Check the official vacancy details before choosing your preferred RRB.
Can Freshers Apply?
Yes. Freshers can apply if they have completed a degree from a recognised university and meet the other conditions.
The general age range is 18–33 years as on January 1, 2027. Eligible reserved-category candidates can receive age relaxation under the rules.
If you are still waiting for your final degree result, check the qualification cutoff date in the official notification before applying.
What Is the Salary?
The initial basic pay is:
- ₹35,400 per month for Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor.
- ₹29,200 per month for Goods Train Manager.
- ₹29,200 per month for Junior Accounts Assistant-cum-Typist.
- ₹29,200 per month for Senior Clerk-cum-Typist.
Allowances and deductions affect the final salary, so the basic pay is not the same as take-home pay.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| Regular fee category | ₹500 |
| Eligible fee-concession categories | ₹250 |
Candidates who appear in CBT 1 can receive a refund under the notification’s rules. The standard refund is ₹400 for the ₹500 fee category and ₹250 for the concession-fee category, subject to applicable conditions and bank charges.
Check your category’s eligibility for the concession before paying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Applications open | October 8, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | November 6, 2026 |
| Last date to pay fee | November 8, 2026 |
| Form modification window | November 9–18, 2026 |
| CBT exam | To be announced |
Apply early so you have time to correct permitted errors and confirm your payment.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official RRB application website.
- Select CEN 06/2026 for NTPC Graduate posts.
- Register or sign in.
- Fill in your personal and educational details.
- Choose your preferred RRB.
- Upload the required information and documents.
- Pay the examination fee.
- Check the form and submit it.
- Save the confirmation page.
Check your date of birth, degree details and category before submitting the form. Follow the notification’s instructions on selecting an RRB and submitting an application.
How Will Candidates Be Selected?
The selection process includes CBT 1, CBT 2, document verification and a medical examination, as applicable under the notification.
For the Junior Accounts Assistant-cum-Typist and Senior Clerk-cum-Typist posts, the notification provides an exemption from the Computer-Based Typing Skill Test. Basic computer and typing proficiency may still be assessed after joining under the stated rules.
The exam dates have not been announced yet. Keep checking the official website instead of relying on unconfirmed dates.
Official Application Link
Apply through the RRB application portal. You can also visit the official Railway Recruitment Boards website for recruitment notices.
FAQs
When is the last date for RRB NTPC 2026?
November 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Can freshers apply?
Yes, if they have completed the required degree and meet the other eligibility rules.
How many jobs are available?
There are 3,548 graduate-level vacancies.
What is the starting basic salary?
The initial basic pay ranges from ₹29,200 to ₹35,400 per month, depending on the post.
How much is the application fee?
The fee is ₹500 for the regular fee category and ₹250 for eligible concession categories.
When will the exam take place?
The exam date has not been announced. Check the official RRB website for updates.