Goods Train Manager Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) 06/2026. A total of 2,750 vacancies are available for the Goods Train Manager post under the RRB NTPC Graduate recruitment.
The initial salary for Goods Train Manager is ₹29,200 per month under Level 5 of the 7th CPC pay matrix. Candidates with a degree from a recognised university or its equivalent can apply, provided they meet the prescribed age, medical and other eligibility requirements. The online application window is open from October 8 to November 6, 2026.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Recruitment Authority |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
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Post Name |
Goods Train Manager |
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Recruitment Name |
RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 |
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Notification Number |
CEN 06/2026 |
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Total Vacancies |
2,750 |
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Pay Level |
Level 5 |
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Initial Pay |
₹29,200 |
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Medical Standard |
A-2 |
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Minimum Qualification |
Degree from a recognised university or equivalent |
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Age Limit |
18–33 years, with applicable relaxations |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Application Start Date |
October 8, 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply |
November 6, 2026 |
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Official Application Portal |
rrbapply.gov.in |
The Railway Recruitment Boards have announced 2,750 Goods Train Manager vacancies under CEN 06/2026. These vacancies are distributed among different RRBs and Railway Zones.
Candidates should check the official notification's RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise vacancy table before selecting their preferred RRB and post options.
The vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease according to Railway Administration requirements.
The Goods Train Manager salary is determined according to Level 5 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix.
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Salary Particulars |
Details |
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Pay Level |
Level 5 |
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Initial Basic Pay |
₹29,200 per month |
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Medical Standard |
A-2 |
The initial pay of ₹29,200 is the basic pay, not the total monthly salary. Actual salary may vary depending on applicable allowances and deductions.
Candidates must fulfil the educational qualification, age limit and medical fitness requirements specified in CEN 06/2026 Goods Train Manager Eligibility.
Candidates must possess a degree from a recognised university or its equivalent.
The required qualification must be completed by the last date of online application submission. Candidates awaiting the final results of their prescribed qualifying examination are not eligible to apply.
The age limit is calculated as on January 1, 2027.
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Particulars |
Age |
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Minimum Age |
18 years |
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Maximum Age |
33 years |
Applicable age relaxation is available for eligible categories as specified in the official notification.
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Category |
Upper Age Relaxation |
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SC/ST |
5 years |
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OBC-NCL |
3 years |
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PwBD – UR/EWS |
10 years |
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PwBD – OBC-NCL |
13 years |
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PwBD – SC/ST |
15 years |
Candidates should refer to the official notification for other relaxation provisions and the conditions applicable to each category.
The prescribed medical standard for the Goods Train Manager post is A-2.
Candidates must satisfy the medical fitness requirements prescribed by the Railway Administration. Visual acuity is an important component of railway medical fitness.
The notification specifies distant vision of 6/9, 6/9 without glasses, along with the required near vision and colour vision, binocular vision, night vision and myopic vision tests.
Candidates should carefully check the complete medical standards in the official notification before applying. Candidates who do not meet the prescribed medical requirements for the opted post will not be considered for empanelment for that post.
Eligible candidates can submit the Goods Train Manager application form through the official RRB application portal.
Important dates for the application process:
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Event |
Date |
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Online Application Starts |
October 8, 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply |
November 6, 2026, 11:59 PM |
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Last Date for Fee Payment |
November 8, 2026 |
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Application Modification Window |
November 9–18, 2026 |
Official Application Portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/
Candidates must select only one RRB and provide their preferences for the eligible posts and Railway Zones within that RRB.
For detailed registration steps, the application fee, required documents and the direct application link, visit the RRB NTPC Graduate Apply Online 2026 page.
The examination fee for Goods Train Manager Recruitment 2026 is given below.
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Category |
Examination Fee |
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All candidates except the specified concession categories |
₹500 |
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SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minority/EBC |
₹250 |
Candidates who appear in the 1st Stage CBT are eligible for the prescribed fee refund, after applicable bank charges. For candidates paying ₹500, the refund amount is ₹400; for candidates paying ₹250, the applicable refund is ₹250.
The fee must be paid online through the payment methods specified in the notification.
The Goods Train Manager recruitment process includes the following stages:
1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in the prescribed CBT stages and the applicable merit and qualifying criteria. Final empanelment is subject to document verification and passing the required medical examination.
The 1st Stage CBT is common to all notified posts under CEN 06/2026.
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Subject |
Number of Questions |
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General Awareness |
40 |
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Mathematics |
30 |
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General Intelligence and Reasoning |
30 |
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Total |
100 |
Exam duration: 90 minutes
Total marks: 100
Negative marking: 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer
Question type: Objective multiple-choice questions
Candidates eligible for a scribe receive the examination duration specified in the notification.
The 2nd Stage CBT consists of 120 questions for 120 marks.
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Subject |
Number of Questions |
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General Awareness |
50 |
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Mathematics |
35 |
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General Intelligence and Reasoning |
35 |
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Total |
120 |
Exam duration: 90 minutes
Total marks: 120
Negative marking: 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete examination scheme and qualifying requirements.
The CBT syllabus covers General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence and Reasoning.
Important topics include:
Number System
Decimals and Fractions
LCM and HCF
Ratio and Proportion
Percentage
Mensuration
Time and Work
Time and Distance
Simple and Compound Interest
Profit and Loss
Elementary Algebra
Geometry and Trigonometry
Elementary Statistics
Important topics include:
Analogies
Number and Alphabetical Series
Coding and Decoding
Mathematical Operations
Similarities and Differences
Relationships
Syllogism
Venn Diagrams
Puzzles
Data Sufficiency
Statement and Conclusion
Decision Making
Maps and Graph Interpretation
Important topics include:
Current Events of National and International Importance
Games and Sports
Indian History and Freedom Struggle
Geography
Indian Polity and Governance
General Science and Life Science
Computer Applications
Indian Economy
Transport Systems in India
Government Programmes
Important Organisations
Art and Culture
Read the official CEN 06/2026 notification before applying.
Ensure that the required degree is completed by the application closing date.
Check the A-2 medical standard carefully.
Select only one RRB.
Enter personal details accurately and keep the registered mobile number and email ID active.
Complete the application and fee payment within the prescribed deadlines.
Check the official RRB website regularly for examination and recruitment updates.
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