RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 – Non-Technical Popular Categories (CEN 06/2026)

Vacancies summary

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have opened applications for 3,548 graduate-level posts under Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) — CEN No. 06/2026. These vacancy figures are provisional and may change.

• Cat. 1: Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor; Pay Level (7th CPC): Level-6; Initial pay: ₹35,400; Medical std.: B2; Vacancies (all RRBs): 127
• Cat. 2: Goods Train Manager; Pay Level (7th CPC): Level-5; Initial pay: ₹29,200; Medical std.: A2; Vacancies (all RRBs): 2,750
• Cat. 3: Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist; Pay Level (7th CPC): Level-5; Initial pay: ₹29,200; Medical std.: C2; Vacancies (all RRBs): 300
• Cat. 4: Senior Clerk Cum Typist; Pay Level (7th CPC): Level-5; Initial pay: ₹29,200; Medical std.: C2; Vacancies (all RRBs): 371
• Total vacancies (all RRBs): 3,548

RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise breakup is in Annexure B of the detailed CEN.

Eligibility

• Education: You need a Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent (post-wise details are in Annexure A). You must hold the qualification on or before the online application closing date. If you are still waiting for final results, you are not eligible.
• Age: 18–33 years as on 01.01.2027, with category-wise upper-age relaxations as given in the CEN.
• Medical: You must meet the medical standard for the post(s) you opt for (see table). If you are found unsuitable, you are not offered an alternative post.
• Apply once: Apply to one RRB only. Multiple applications to the same or different RRBs can lead to rejection or debarment.

Important dates

• Indicative notice (Employment News): 26.09.2026
• Online application opens: 08.10.2026
• Online application closes: 06.11.2026 (23:59 hours)
• Last date for fee payment (submitted apps): 08.11.2026
• Application modification window: 09.11.2026 to 18.11.2026
• CBT / DV / medical: To be notified on official RRB site

Examination fee

• General / others (Sl. No. 1): ₹500 (₹400 refundable on appearing in 1st stage CBT, after bank charges).
• SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC: ₹250 (fully refundable on appearing in 1st stage CBT, after bank charges).
• Pay online only (net banking, card or UPI).

Selection process

Selection runs in this order: 1st stage CBT → 2nd stage CBT → Document Verification → Medical Examination (as applicable). CBTs have negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer. The Computer-Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) is dispensed with for Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist and Senior Clerk Cum Typist; basic computer/typing proficiency may still be checked after joining (as per the notification / PIB).

How to apply

1. Read the detailed CEN on the unified RRB website.
2. Create or use your RRB account and apply online only on the official apply portal.
3. Choose one RRB and set your post preferences carefully — you cannot change the chosen RRB later.

Apply link: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in

Official RRB hub: https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in

PIB: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2321873