RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 5236 Graduate and Undergraduate Posts
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RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 5236 Graduate and Undergraduate Posts
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
Quick facts
About the role
Railway Recruitment Boards have issued the centralized employment notice for RRB NTPC 2026, opening 5,236 vacancies across zonal railways nationwide. This recruitment drive covers both undergraduate and graduate cadres under Non-Technical Popular Categories. Candidates can compete for graduate roles including Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, and Senior Clerk cum Typist, alongside undergraduate posts such as Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Trains Clerk. Young jobseekers with a 12th standard certificate or a university degree can apply through the unified railway portal. Appointees draw pay under 7th CPC Levels 2 through 6 along with Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and railway transport benefits. With separate application windows for graduate and undergraduate tracks, eligible applicants should submit their details before the respective deadlines in November 2026.
Highlights
- 5,236 total vacancies split between Graduate and Undergraduate categories across Indian Railways.
- Pay structure ranges from Level 2 (Rs. 19,900) up to Level 6 (Rs. 35,400) basic pay under 7th CPC.
- Separate closing dates: 06 Nov 2026 for Graduate posts and 13 Nov 2026 for Undergraduate roles.
- Fee refund processed for candidates who sit for the first stage computer-based test.
Selection process
- 11st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1) common screening examination
- 22nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2) organized per pay level
- 3Typing Skill Test or Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for specified roles
- 4Document Verification and Medical Fitness Examination
How to apply
- 1Visit the unified railway portal at rrbapply.gov.in and create an account using an active mobile number and email address.
- 2Select the preferred zonal RRB and choose the post level matching your educational background.
- 3Fill in educational scores, permanent address, category information, and post preferences in order of choice.
- 4Upload scanned copies of recent passport photograph, signature, and category certificate if requesting fee concessions.
- 5Pay the requisite fee using debit card, UPI, or net banking, then print the submitted application page.
Important dates
- Graduate Post Application Start08 Oct 2026
- Undergraduate Post Application Start15 Oct 2026
- Last Date for Graduate Posts06 Nov 2026
- Last Date for Undergraduate Posts13 Nov 2026
- Fee Payment Closing Window14 Nov 2026
- Tentative CBT-1 Examination PeriodJan-Feb 2027
Official source & verification
Application status tracker
- Registration opens08 Oct 2026
- Last date to apply06 Nov 2026
- Fee payment last date14 Nov 2026
- Tentative CBT-1 Examination PeriodJan-Feb 2027
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum qualification required for RRB NTPC 2026?
Undergraduate posts require completion of 12th standard or equivalent from a recognised board with at least 50 percent marks for general category applicants. Graduate posts mandate a bachelor degree in any stream from a recognised university. Candidates awaiting final degree results on the closing date cannot apply.
Can a candidate apply for both graduate and undergraduate posts?
Yes, eligible candidates holding a degree can apply for both tracks. However, you must register through the RRB portal and complete separate applications for the graduate and undergraduate notification categories. Each application requires separate fee payment and preference selection according to the respective notification rules.
How does the application fee refund policy work?
General and OBC candidates pay Rs. 500, with Rs. 400 returned after deduction of banking charges once they attend CBT-1. Reserved category, female, and economically backward candidates pay Rs. 250, refunded in full after sitting for CBT-1. Those who do not attend the test forfeit their fee entirely.
Is there negative marking in the RRB NTPC computer-based tests?
Yes. Both CBT-1 and CBT-2 enforce negative marking. For every incorrect response, one-third of the mark allotted to that question is deducted. Questions left unanswered attract zero penalty. Candidates should answer thoughtfully rather than relying on random guesswork during both stages of testing.
What are the age relaxation norms for reserved category candidates?
The standard upper age limit relaxes by three years for OBC non-creamy layer candidates and five years for SC and ST applicants. PwBD candidates receive an age relaxation ranging from ten to fifteen years depending on category. Ex-servicemen receive deductions corresponding to their military service period.