RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, have released the indicative RRB NTPC Graduate Notification 2026 under CEN No. 06/2026. The recruitment drive is being conducted for various graduate-level Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts under Pay Level 5 and Level 6.
As per the indicative notification, 3,477 tentative vacancies have been announced across participating RRBs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin on 08 October 2026 and continue until 06 November 2026. Candidates interested in the recruitment should carefully check the detailed CEN for post-wise eligibility, age limit, vacancy distribution, application fee, selection process, and other requirements before submitting the application form.
The RRB NTPC Graduate recruitment is conducted to select eligible graduates for various non-technical posts in the Indian Railways. The key details of CEN 06/2026 are provided below.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC Graduate 2026 |
| CEN Number | CEN No. 06/2026 |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Post Category | NTPC Graduate |
| Total Vacancies | 3,477 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Type | Indicative Notification |
| Notification Date | 26 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 08 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 November 2026, 23:59 PM (Tentative) |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
The RRB NTPC Graduate CEN 06/2026 contains important information related to the recruitment process. Candidates should refer to the official notification for details regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, application procedure, reservation, examination scheme, and other instructions.
RRB NTPC Graduate Notification PDF
Candidates should rely on the detailed official CEN for the final recruitment conditions, as the currently available notice is indicative in nature.
The application dates mentioned below are tentative. Candidates should regularly check the official RRB websites for any changes or updates to the recruitment schedule.
| Event | Date |
| Indicative Notification Release | 26 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 08 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Last Date | 06 November 2026, 23:59 PM (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Result Date | To be announced |
The RRB NTPC Graduate recruitment has announced 3,477 tentative vacancies for graduate-level NTPC posts under Pay Level 5 and Level 6.
The detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution will be available through the detailed CEN. Candidates should check the official notification for the final vacancy position.
| Post Category | Vacancies |
| NTPC Graduate – Level 5 & Level 6 | 3,477 (Tentative) |
| Total | 3,477 |
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed eligibility conditions before applying for CEN 06/2026. The detailed notification will provide the final post-wise requirements.
Candidates must fulfil the nationality conditions prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Boards in the detailed CEN.
The crucial date for age calculation is 01 January 2027. The detailed CEN will specify the applicable minimum and maximum age limits along with category-wise relaxation.
| Category | Age Limit |
| General | To be specified in detailed CEN |
| OBC | To be specified in detailed CEN |
| SC/ST | To be specified in detailed CEN |
Candidates should check the detailed notification before applying, as age requirements may vary according to the post.
Candidates applying for RRB NTPC Graduate posts must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or institution, subject to the specific qualification prescribed for the post.
Post-wise educational requirements, percentage criteria, and other conditions will be mentioned in the detailed CEN.
Eligible candidates will be able to submit the RRB NTPC Graduate application form online through the designated RRB application portal during the specified registration period.
The application window is tentatively scheduled from 08 October 2026 to 06 November 2026.
Visit the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
Complete the required registration and authentication process.
Enter personal, academic, and other required details.
Upload the photograph, signature, and other documents in the prescribed format.
Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment modes.
Review all details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and save a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates should ensure that the details entered in the application form match their official documents.
The category-wise application fee and applicable refund provisions will be specified in the detailed CEN. Candidates will be able to pay the prescribed fee through the available online payment methods.
The RRB NTPC Graduate selection process will consist of multiple stages, depending on the post applied for. The final examination scheme will be confirmed through the detailed CEN.
The expected stages include:
Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage 1
Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage 2
Typing Skill Test / Computer-Based Aptitude Test, wherever applicable
Document Verification
Medical Examination
The requirement for a skill or aptitude test will depend on the specific post.
Selected candidates for RRB NTPC Graduate posts will be appointed under the applicable Pay Level 5 or Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, depending on the post.
Along with the basic pay, eligible employees receive allowances and benefits as applicable under Railway rules. These may include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance, subject to the prevailing rules and posting location.
The detailed CEN will provide post-wise pay-level and other service-related information.
Before submitting the application form, candidates should carefully verify:
Eligibility criteria for the selected post
Age limit and applicable relaxations
Educational qualification
Category and reservation details
Post-wise vacancy information
Application fee
Photograph and document specifications
Examination scheme
Important dates
Candidates should also regularly check the official RRB website for the release of the detailed CEN and subsequent examination updates.
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