
RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Exam Date 2026 Officially Announced: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the schedule for the RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Exam 2026 under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 06/2025. Candidates who qualified in the first-stage Computer-Based Test (CBT 1) can now prepare for the next stage of the recruitment process.
According to the official notification, the RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 examination will be conducted on July 10, 2026 across various examination centres in the country. The examination is being held for graduate-level Non-Technical Popular Category (NTPC) posts in Indian Railways.
The announcement brings clarity to lakhs of candidates awaiting the next phase of the recruitment process. Aspirants are advised to keep track of official RRB websites for city slips, admit cards, and further instructions.
| RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Exam 2026 Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 |
| Recruitment Notice | CEN No. 06/2025 |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | July 10, 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip | 10 days before exam |
| Admit Card Release | 4 days before exam |
| Verification Process | Aadhaar-linked Biometric Authentication |
The RRBs have confirmed that only candidates who qualified in CBT 1 will be eligible to appear for the CBT 2 examination. The second-stage CBT is a crucial phase in the NTPC recruitment process and will determine eligibility for subsequent stages of selection.
Candidates should regularly monitor their respective regional RRB websites for updates regarding exam centres, admit cards, and examination guidelines.
The Railway Recruitment Boards will activate the link to check:
The city intimation slip is expected to be made available 10 days before the examination date.
While the city slip helps candidates plan their travel arrangements, it is not a substitute for the admit card and cannot be used for entry into the examination centre.
The RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Admit Card 2026 will be released four days before the examination date mentioned in the city intimation slip.
Candidates will be able to download their e-call letters from the respective RRB regional websites using their login credentials.
Candidates should verify the following details:
Any discrepancy should be reported immediately to the concerned RRB.
RRBs have informed candidates that Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will be conducted before entry into the examination hall.
To avoid inconvenience on exam day, candidates should:
Failure to complete biometric verification may affect entry into the examination centre.
Follow these steps once the admit card link is activated:
Candidates appearing for the CBT 2 examination should keep the following points in mind:
Following the CBT 2 examination, shortlisted candidates may be called for subsequent stages depending on the post applied for, such as:
The final selection will be based strictly on merit and performance in the prescribed stages of recruitment.
The Railway Recruitment Boards have cautioned candidates against fraudsters, touts, and individuals making false promises regarding recruitment.
RRBs have reiterated that:
With the CBT 2 date now confirmed, candidates have a fixed timeline to intensify their preparation strategy. The advance notice regarding city slips, admit cards, and Aadhaar verification requirements also gives candidates sufficient time to complete necessary formalities and avoid last-minute issues.