RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026: Application Process Open for 3,548 Graduate Vacancies

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially commenced the application process for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) recruitment for the year 2026. This recruitment drive, designated under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 06/2026, aims to fill 3,548 graduate-level vacancies across various departments, including commercial services, train operations, accounts, and administration.

Candidates who meet the prescribed educational and age requirements are invited to submit their applications through the official regional railway websites or the centralized portal at rrbapply.gov.in. The application window is currently active, and the deadline for submission is November 6, 2026, at 11:59 pm.

Eligibility Criteria and Vacancy Distribution

To be eligible for these positions, applicants must hold a degree from a recognized university or possess an equivalent qualification. Furthermore, candidates must fall within the age bracket of 18 to 33 years as of January 1, 2027. It is important for applicants to review the specific eligibility requirements associated with each individual post before completing their registration.

The 3,548 available positions are distributed across four distinct categories. The Goods Train Manager role accounts for the majority of the openings with 2,750 vacancies. Additionally, there are 371 positions for Senior Clerk cum Typist, 300 for Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, and 127 for Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor.

Application Procedure and Selection Process

Interested individuals can apply by visiting the official RRB website and selecting the link for the RRB NTPC CEN 06/2026 application. The process requires candidates to complete their initial registration, after which they can log in using their registration ID and password or Aadhar credentials to fill out the detailed application form. The process concludes with the uploading of necessary documents and the payment of the application fee.

The selection process for these graduate-level roles will be conducted in multiple stages. Candidates will first appear for a first-stage Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by a second-stage CBT. Those who successfully qualify through these examinations will subsequently be invited for document verification and a medical examination, the specific requirements of which will depend on the post applied for. Applicants are advised to retain a printed copy of their submitted application form for future reference.