The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released official notifications for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 under Centralised Employment Notice CEN 06/2025 and CEN 07/2025. A total of 8868 vacancies are available for both Graduate and Undergraduate level posts across various zones of Indian Railways.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB portal before the last date.
📌 RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Exam Name | NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) |
| Total Posts | 8868 |
| Graduate Posts | 5810 |
| Undergraduate Posts | 3058 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Notification | CEN 06/2025 & CEN 07/2025 |
🎓 Graduate Level Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Station Master | Included |
| Goods Train Manager | Included |
| Traffic Assistant | Included |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Included |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Included |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Included |
| Total | 5810 Posts |
- RRB Guwahati Vacancy: 56 Posts
- Pay Scale: Level 4, 5, 6 (7th CPC)
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 years
- Qualification: Graduation from recognized university
📘 Undergraduate Level Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Included |
| Account Clerk cum Typist | Included |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | Included |
| Trains Clerk | Included |
| Total | 3058 Posts |
- Pay Scale: Level 2 & 3
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years
- Qualification: 12th pass with minimum 50% marks
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Minorities | ₹250 |
| General/OBC | ₹500 |
👉 Refund Policy:
- ₹400 refunded (General/OBC) after CBT 1
- Full ₹250 refunded (others) after CBT 1
📝 How to Apply for RRB NTPC Recruitment
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official RRB website
- Click on “Apply Online” link
- Register with basic details
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload photo & signature
- Pay application fee
- Submit and print application form
🔗 Important Web-Links of RRB NTPC Vacancy
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download CBT 1 Call Letter | Graduate | Undergraduate |
| Exam Notice | Graduate | Undergraduate |
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Graduate | Under Graduate |
| RRB NTPC Guidebook | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
📅 Important Dates
Graduate Level Posts
- Start Date: 21 October 2025
- Last Date: 27 November 2025
- Admit Card: 12 March 2026
- Exam Date: 16 to 27 March 2026
Undergraduate Level Posts
- Start Date: 28 October 2025
- Last Date: 4 December 2025
- Admit Card: 3 May 2026
- Exam Date: 7 May to 21 June 2026
🧪 Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- CBT 1 (Preliminary Exam)
- CBT 2 (Main Exam)
- Typing Skill Test / CBAT (if applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
📊 CBT Exam Pattern (Stage 1)
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry |
| Reasoning | Coding, Puzzle, Venn Diagram |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, History, Polity |
- Total Questions: 100
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 per wrong answer
❓ FAQs – RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in RRB NTPC 2026?
👉 A total of 8868 posts are available.
Q2. What is the qualification required?
👉 Graduation for Graduate posts and 12th pass for Undergraduate posts.
Q3. What is the age limit?
👉 18–33 years (Graduate) and 18–30 years (Undergraduate).
Q4. Is there negative marking in CBT?
👉 Yes, 1/3 marks are deducted for wrong answers.
🏁 Conclusion
The RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for candidates seeking a stable government job in Indian Railways. With a large number of vacancies and a structured selection process, candidates should start preparation early and apply before the deadline.For more Assam job updates, candidates should keep checking this site NiyogAssam.com regularly.