RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 - 3548 Posts

Overview\n\nThe Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced a recruitment notification for 3,548 Graduate Level posts under Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC). Qualified graduates seeking employment in the Indian Railways can register online through the centralized portal within the stipulated timeframe.\n\nCandidates from Assam and the Northeast region can also apply under RRB Guwahati, which has 104 vacancies allocated.\n\n## Vacancy Details\n\n| Post Name | Total Vacancies |\n|---|---|\n| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | 127 |\n| Goods Train Manager | 2,750 |\n| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 300 |\n| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | 371 |\n| Total | 3,548 |\n\nOut of the total vacancies, 104 positions are under RRB Guwahati.\n\n### Pay Scale\n\nAppointments will be placed in Pay Level 5 and Level 6 under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). In addition to base pay, selected employees are entitled to standard benefits including:\n- House Rent Allowance (HRA)\n- Dearness Allowance (DA)\n- Running Allowance (based on distance covered, where applicable)\n- Transport Allowance\n- New Pension Scheme (NPS)\n\n## Eligibility Criteria\n\n### Educational Qualification\nApplicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or possess an equivalent qualification.\n\n### Age Limit\nCandidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age as of 1st January 2027 (must not have been born after 01.01.2009).\n\n#### Upper Age Relaxation\n| Category | Age Relaxation |\n|---|---|\n| OBC / MOBC (NCL) | 3 Years |\n| SC / ST | 5 Years |\n| PwBD | 10 Years |\n\n## Application Fee\n\n| Category | Fee | Partial Refund upon Attending CBT-1 |\n|---|---|---|\n| UR / OBC / MOBC | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 400/- (deducting bank charges) |\n| SC / ST / Female / EWS / PwBD | Rs. 250/- | Rs. 250/- (deducting bank charges) |\n\nNote: The refund is applicable only after appearing in the First Stage CBT.\n\n## Selection Process\n\nThe selection procedure involves three major phases:\n1. First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1)\n2. Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2)\n3. Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination\n\n### Minimum Qualifying Marks\n| Category | Qualifying Percentage |\n|---|---|\n| UR & EWS | 40% |\n| OBC (NCL) | 30% |\n| SC | 30% |\n| ST | 25% |\n\nPwBD applicants may receive a relaxation of 2 marks if sufficient candidates are unavailable.\n\n### Syllabus Overview\n\nBoth CBT stages test candidates on three main subjects:\n- Mathematics: Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Statistics.\n- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, Alphabetical & Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Puzzles, Data Sufficiency, Direction, and Graph Interpretation.\n- General Awareness: Current Affairs, Sports, Indian Art & Culture, History & Freedom Struggle, Geography, Indian Polity, Scientific Developments, Environmental Studies, and Basic Computers.\n\nShortlisting for CBT-2 is conducted RRB-wise up to 15 times the number of vacancies based on CBT-1 normalized marks.\n\n## How to Apply\n\nEligible candidates can apply online using the steps below:\n\n1. Visit the centralized railway application portal.\n2. Register by filling in your basic personal and contact details.\n3. Log in with your registration ID and password.\n4. Complete the online form with your personal, contact, and educational data.\n5. Upload scanned copies of the required photograph and signature.\n6. Pay the applicable exam fee using the provided online payment modes.\n7. Review the submitted form and print a copy of the final confirmation receipt.\n\n## Important Dates & Links\n\n| Event | Date |\n|---|---|\n| Online Applications Open | 08-10-2026 |\n| Last Date to Apply Online | 06-12-2026 |\n\n- Official Recruitment Notification\n- Apply Online Portal\n- Indian Railways Official Website