Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released two official notifications for the recruitment of Non-Technical Popular Category (NTPC) posts in various Zonal Railways and Production Units of Indian Railways.
The recruitment is being conducted under:
- CEN 06/2025 – NTPC (Graduate) Posts
- CEN 07/2025 – NTPC (Under Graduate) Posts
A total of 8860 vacancies have been announced, including 5810 Graduate Level and 3058 Under Graduate Level posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB website.
RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Type | NTPC Graduate & Undergraduate Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 8868 Posts |
| CEN Numbers | CEN 06/2025 & CEN 07/2025 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.indianrailways.gov.in |
1. Graduate Level Posts
Post Names:
Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Traffic Assistant, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist
- No of Posts: 5810
- Posts under RRB Guwahati: 56
- Pay Scale: Level 4, 5, 6 (7th CPC)
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 years as on 01.01.2026
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Other Criteria: Typing proficiency in English/Hindi is mandatory for Typist posts.
2. Under Graduate Level Posts
Post Names:
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk
- No of Posts: 3058
- Pay Scale: Level 2, 3 (7th CPC)
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years as on 01.01.2026
- Educational Qualification: 12th Pass (10+2) with at least 50% marks.
Note: 50% marks not required for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen or candidates with higher qualifications.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC/NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC | ₹250 |
| Others | ₹500 |
Refund:
- General/OBC: ₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT 1
- Others: Full ₹250 refunded after CBT 1
Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
How to Apply for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025
- Visit your respective RRB’s official website.
- Scroll to the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- Fill in all personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload required documents, photo, and signature.
- Pay the exam fee and submit the application form.
- Download and print the submitted form for reference.
Important Dates
Graduate Level Posts
- Start Date: 21 October 2025
- Last Date: 20 November 2025
Under Graduate Level Posts
- Start Date: 28 October 2025
- Last Date: 27 November 2025
Important Web-Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement (Graduate) | Click Here |
| Advertisement (Under Graduate) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
RRB NTPC Selection Process 2025
The selection process includes the following stages:
- 1st Stage CBT (Screening Test)
- 100 Objective Questions (90 minutes)
- Negative marking: 1/3 for each wrong answer
- Subjects: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness
- 2nd Stage CBT
- 120 Objective Questions (90 minutes)
- Negative marking: 1/3 for each wrong answer
- Subjects similar to 1st Stage but with higher difficulty
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- For Station Master posts only
- Minimum T-score: 42 marks in each test battery
- No negative marking
- Typing Skill Test (TST)
- For Clerk and Typist posts
- 30 WPM in English or 25 WPM in Hindi on computer (without editing tools)
- Document Verification & Medical Exam
- Based on merit and performance in above tests.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Marks (%) |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 40% |
| OBC (NCL) | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
2% relaxation for PwBD candidates if vacancies remain unfilled.
FAQs of RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in RRB NTPC 2025?
A. There are 8860 vacancies in total (5810 Graduate + 3050 Undergraduate posts).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for RRB NTPC Graduate posts?
A. The last date is 20th November 2025.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification for NTPC Graduate Level posts?
A. A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
Q4. Is there a typing test in RRB NTPC recruitment?
A. Yes, for posts like Clerk and Typist.
Q5. How many CBT exams are there in RRB NTPC selection?
A. Two CBTs followed by Skill Tests and Document Verification.
Conclusion
The RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 offers a major opportunity for both graduates and undergraduates to join Indian Railways under various NTPC posts. Candidates are advised to go through the official notification carefully before applying. Start your application early and prepare well for the CBT exams to secure a place in this competitive recruitment.
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