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RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 06/2026): Apply Online for 3,548 Posts, Eligibility, Zone-Wise Vacancies & Salary

By Bob Sur From Dailyinsight Editorial Team • Place: India • Published: October 09, 2026

RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 06/2026) Notification Out for 3,548 Posts. Check eligibility, age limit, zone-wise vacancies, salary, selection process, and direct apply online link.

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have officially released the advertisement CEN No. 06/2026 for RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026. A total of 3,548 vacancies have been approved across various Zonal Railways and Production Units.

Graduates seeking central government railway jobs can submit online applications through the official RRB recruitment portal starting 08 October 2026 until 06 November 2026



The recruitment drive includes positions such as:

  1.  Goods Train Manager
  2.  Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor (CCTS)
  3.  Senior Clerk cum Typist
  4.  Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (JAA)

Key Overview: RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026

  

Particulars

Details

Recruitment Board

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways

Notification Number

CEN No. 06/2026

Post Names

Goods Train Manager, CCTS, Senior Clerk cum Typist, JAA

Total Vacancies

3,548 Posts

Job Category

Central Government Jobs

Mode of Application

Online

Official Website

indianrailways.gov.in / rrbapply.gov.in

 

Important Dates to Remember

Candidates must mark the following critical dates for the RRB NTPC CEN 06/2026 online application process:

  1. Vacancy Approval Date: 03 September 2026
  2. Online Application Start Date: 08 October 2026
  3. Last Date to Apply Online: 06 November 2026 (up to 23:59 PM)
  4. Last Date for Fee Payment: 08 November 2026
  5. Application Correction Window: 09 November to 18 November 2026
  6. CBT Stage-1 Exam Date: To be notified later 

Application Fee & Fee Refund Details

The application fee varies based on category rules, with partial or full refunds provided upon attending CBT-1.

Category

Application Fee

Fee Refund (After CBT-1)

General / OBC / EWS

₹500/-

₹400/-

SC / ST / Female / PwBD / EBC

₹250/-

₹250/- (Full Refund)
 Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

Age Limit & Educational Qualification

Age Limit (As on 01 January 2027)

Minimum Age: 18 Year.

Maximum Age: 33 to 36 Years (as per revised guidelines)

Category-Wise Age Relaxation:

SC / ST: 5 Years

OBC-NCL: 3 Years

PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 Years

PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 Years

PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years

Educational Qualification

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent institution.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Matrix (7th CPC)

 

Name of the Post

Department / Cadre

7th CPC Level

Approved Vacancies

Initial Basic Pay

Goods Train Manager

Traffic (Operating)

Level 5

2,750

₹29,200/- + Allowances

Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor (CCTS)

Traffic (Commercial)

Level 6

127

₹35,400/- + Allowances

Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (JAA)

Accounts

Level 5

300

₹29,200/- + Allowances

Senior Clerk cum Typist

General

Level 5

371

₹29,200/- + Allowances

Total Posts

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—

3,548

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(Note: Vacancies for Station Master in Pay Level-6 will be communicated subsequently by the Railway Board).

RRB Zone & Category-Wise Vacancy Details

Below is the category-wise distribution of vacancies across all 21 RRB zones:

RRB Zone / City

UR

SC

ST

OBC-NCL

EWS

Total Vacancies

Ahmedabad

6

3

1

6

3

19

Ajmer

153

45

12

66

28

304

Bengaluru

144

52

25

93

32

346

Bhopal

72

38

29

13

5

157

Bhubaneswar

80

17

10

37

2

146

Bilaspur

222

80

41

145

54

542

Chandigarh

27

8

7

13

4

59

Chennai

55

22

12

36

16

141

Gorakhpur

16

5

3

5

1

30

Guwahati

43

17

8

27

9

104

Jammu-Srinagar

27

10

7

18

4

66

Kolkata

141

47

25

90

29

332

Malda

5

9

8

2

2

26

Mumbai

69

23

9

41

13

155

Muzaffarpur

34

11

7

19

7

78

Patna

7

10

12

0

0

29

Prayagraj

110

41

24

66

24

265

Ranchi

152

58

28

104

35

377

Secunderabad

25

9

8

9

5

56

Siliguri

120

44

21

78

28

291

Thiruvananthapuram

9

4

3

5

4

25

Grand Total

1,517

553

300

873

305

3,548

Selection Process for RRB NTPC CEN 06/2026

The selection process for RRB NTPC Graduate Posts involves sequential stages:

  1. First Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-1): Screening test for all applicants.
  1. Second Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-2): Post-level specific examination.
  1. Computer-Based Typing Skill Test: Applicable for Senior Clerk cum Typist and Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist.
  1. Document Verification (DV): Verification of original certificates.
  1. Medical Fitness Examination: Standard medical checkup based on post standards (e.g., A2 for Goods Train Manager, B2/C2 for administrative/clerical posts).

CBT-1 Exam Pattern Outline

  • General Awareness: 40 Questions
  • Mathematics: 30 Questions
  • General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30 Questions
  • Total: 100 Questions (Duration: 90 Minutes)

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to submit your application online:

  1. Visit the official portal of Railway Recruitment Boards at rrbapply.gov.in or indianrailways.gov.in.
  1. Search for CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment).
  1. Click on New Registration and complete registration using your email ID and mobile number.
  1. Fill in your personal information, educational details, and choose your preferred RRB Zone.
  1. Upload scanned photographs, signature, and category certificates according to prescribed file sizes.
  1. Pay the application fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

  1. Review your completed application carefully, click Submit, and download/print the application form for future reference.

Important Quick Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are announced in RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026?

Ans: A total of 3,548 vacancies have been officially announced under CEN No. 06/2026.

Q2. What is the last date to apply online for CEN 06/2026?

Ans: The last date to submit online applications is 06 November 2026 (up to 23:59 PM).

Q3. What is the educational requirement for RRB NTPC Graduate Level posts?

Ans: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.

Q4. What is the starting salary for Level-5 and Level-6 posts?

Ans: Initial basic pay is ₹29,200/- per month for Level-5 posts and ₹35,400/- per month for Level-6 posts, plus DA, HRA, and railway allowances.

Q5. Is the application fee refundable?

Ans: Yes. General/OBC candidates receive a ₹400 refund, while SC/ST/Female/PwBD candidates receive a full ₹250 refund upon appearing in CBT-1.



Author Name: Bob Sur From Dailyinsight Editorial Team (Place: India)
Author Description: "Educator, tech enthusiast, and lead editor at Daily Insight. Dedicated to breaking down complex topics into clear, actionable knowledge—from verified government recruitment notifications and geopolitics to conceptual physics notes and interactive STEM utilities. Passionate about helping students, aspirants, and lifelong learners navigate competitive exams and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world."

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