Update — 9 October 2026: The detailed RRB NTPC Graduate CEN 06/2026 is now available. It confirms 3,548 Graduate-level vacancies, which is 71 more than the earlier indicative figure of 3,477. The separate Undergraduate CEN 07/2026 still carries 1,688 tentative vacancies in its indicative notice. The combined RRB NTPC 2026 vacancy figure is therefore 5,236 at this stage.
Graduate applications are already open. Candidates applying under CEN 06/2026 should use the confirmed Graduate rules below. For CEN 07/2026, do not rely on old-cycle age, fee, post-wise or qualification rules until the detailed 2026 Undergraduate CEN is released.
What Changed in the RRB NTPC 2026 Update?
| Item | Earlier information | Latest position |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate vacancies — CEN 06/2026 | 3,477 indicative | 3,548 detailed CEN |
| Undergraduate vacancies — CEN 07/2026 | 1,688 tentative | 1,688 tentative |
| Combined NTPC vacancies | 5,165 | 5,236 |
| Graduate form status | Scheduled | Open from 8 Oct 2026 |
| Graduate closing date | 6 Nov 2026 | 6 Nov 2026, 23:59 |
| Undergraduate application window | 15 Oct–13 Nov | Still tentative until detailed CEN |
The biggest correction is the Graduate vacancy count. RRB's detailed CEN 06/2026 lists four Graduate posts and a final current total of 3,548 vacancies.
RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Graduate Level | Undergraduate Level |
|---|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Railway Recruitment Boards | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| CEN | 06/2026 | 07/2026 |
| Notice status | Detailed CEN released | Indicative notice released; detailed CEN awaited |
| Vacancies | 3,548 | 1,688 tentative |
| Pay levels | Level 5 and Level 6 | Level 2 and Level 3 |
| Qualification | Degree from a recognised University or equivalent | Detailed 2026 qualification rule awaited |
| Application starts | 8 October 2026 | 15 October 2026 tentative |
| Last date | 6 November 2026, 23:59 | 13 November 2026, 23:59 tentative |
| Application mode | Online | Online |
| Job location | Across Indian Railways | Across Indian Railways |
Candidates should treat CEN 06/2026 and CEN 07/2026 as separate application tracks. A rule confirmed for the Graduate CEN should not automatically be assumed for the Undergraduate CEN.
RRB NTPC Vacancy Breakdown 2026
| Recruitment level | Vacancies | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate — CEN 06/2026 | 3,548 | Confirmed in detailed CEN |
| Undergraduate — CEN 07/2026 | 1,688 | Tentative in indicative notice |
| Combined total | 5,236 | Current combined figure |
Graduate post-wise vacancies
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Medical Standard | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | B-2 | 127 |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | A-2 | 2,750 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | C-2 | 300 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | C-2 | 371 |
| Total | — | — | — | 3,548 |
The 3,548 Graduate vacancies are spread across 21 RRBs. RRB-wise and Railway/Production Unit-wise distribution is provided in Annexure B of the detailed CEN.
Undergraduate vacancy position
CEN 07/2026 currently advertises 1,688 tentative vacancies across Level 2 and Level 3. The indicative notice does not provide the 2026 post-wise distribution, age limits, medical standards or detailed qualification conditions. Those details must be taken from the detailed CEN 07/2026 after release.
Important Dates
| Event | Graduate — CEN 06/2026 | Undergraduate — CEN 07/2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Indicative notice | 26 Sep 2026 | 26 Sep 2026 |
| Online application opens | 8 Oct 2026 | 15 Oct 2026 tentative |
| Last date to apply | 6 Nov 2026, 23:59 | 13 Nov 2026, 23:59 tentative |
| Graduate fee payment deadline | 8 Nov 2026 | To be announced in detailed CEN |
| Graduate modification window | 9–18 Nov 2026 | To be announced in detailed CEN |
| CBT dates | To be announced | To be announced |
For Graduate CEN 06/2026, application dates are confirmed in the detailed notice. For Undergraduate CEN 07/2026, the current dates remain tentative until the detailed notice is published.
Educational Qualification
Graduate CEN 06/2026
All four Graduate posts require a Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent. Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification by 6 November 2026, the closing date. Candidates awaiting their final qualifying result are not eligible to apply.
Undergraduate CEN 07/2026
The current indicative notice identifies the recruitment as Non-Technical Popular Categories (Under Graduate) but states that detailed terms and eligibility will be governed by the detailed CEN 07/2026. The final 2026 qualification and any marks condition should therefore be checked only after that detailed CEN is released.
This article deliberately does not import the previous cycle's 12th-percentage rule into the 2026 Undergraduate recruitment before RRB confirms it.
Age Limit and Relaxation
For Graduate CEN 06/2026, the age range is 18 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027.
| Category | Graduate CEN 06/2026 upper-age treatment |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 33 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation |
| PwBD — UR / EWS | 10 years relaxation |
| PwBD — OBC-NCL | 13 years relaxation |
| PwBD — SC / ST | 15 years relaxation |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen | Relaxation as prescribed after deduction of qualifying service |
| Eligible serving Railway staff | Higher maximum age subject to CEN conditions |
| Eligible widowed/divorced/judicially separated women | Higher maximum age subject to category |
For Undergraduate CEN 07/2026, the indicative notice confirms only that age will be reckoned as on 1 January 2027; the actual 2026 age range and relaxations are to be specified in the detailed CEN.
Use Regal Naukri's Age Calculator with the exact cut-off date from the applicable CEN before deciding eligibility.
Application Fee
The following fee applies to Graduate CEN 06/2026:
| Category | Fee | Refund after appearing in CBT 1 |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates except concession categories below | ₹500 | ₹400, after applicable bank charges |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250, after applicable bank charges |
Payment is online only. Refund is linked to appearing in the first-stage CBT and is subject to the conditions in the detailed CEN.
The Undergraduate CEN 07/2026 fee has not yet been confirmed in the detailed 2026 notice, so candidates should not assume the Graduate fee automatically applies to that separate CEN.
Salary and Pay Level
Graduate CEN 06/2026 contains two pay levels:
| Graduate post | 7th CPC Level | Initial basic pay |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | ₹35,400 |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
Allowances and deductions will apply under Railway/Government rules. Because this combined recruitment page covers multiple posts and pay levels, a single salary range should not be treated as the salary for every vacancy.
For CEN 07/2026, the indicative notice confirms Level 2 and Level 3, while final post-wise 2026 details are awaited.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Graduate CEN 06/2026 selection stages
- First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT 1)
- Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT 2)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
A notable 2026 change is that the Computer Based Typing Skill Test has been dispensed with for Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist and Senior Clerk Cum Typist under CEN 06/2026. RRB states that basic computer and typing proficiency is still expected and may be assessed after joining.
Graduate CBT 1
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
Duration is 90 minutes for the standard test, with 1/3 mark negative marking for each wrong answer.
Graduate CBT 2
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 |
| Mathematics | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 |
| Total | 120 |
The standard duration is 90 minutes and the same 1/3 negative marking applies.
For Undergraduate CEN 07/2026, selection stages and exam pattern must be verified from the detailed 2026 notice once published; previous-cycle rules should not be presented as final 2026 rules.
Medical Standards for Graduate Posts
| Post | Medical Standard |
|---|---|
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | B-2 |
| Goods Train Manager | A-2 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | C-2 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | C-2 |
Candidates should check the exact visual and medical requirements before selecting post preferences. In particular, the detailed CEN contains specific conditions for A-2 posts and candidates who have undergone LASIK or other refractive eye surgery.
How to Apply for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026
- Open the Official RRB Application Portal.
- Select the correct recruitment: CEN 06/2026 Graduate or, once active, CEN 07/2026 Undergraduate.
- Create or sign in to the permitted RRB account.
- For Graduate CEN 06/2026, read the detailed CEN and Annexures A and B before choosing an RRB and post preference.
- Enter personal, education and category details exactly as supported by certificates.
- Complete Aadhaar/identity verification as instructed by RRB.
- Capture/upload the required photo and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable fee only after checking the relevant CEN.
- Review the selected RRB carefully. Under Graduate CEN 06/2026, the chosen RRB cannot be changed after submission and multiple applications can lead to rejection and debarment.
- Submit before the applicable deadline and save the confirmation/payment records.
Regal Naukri tools to use before submitting
- Age Calculator — calculate your exact age on 1 January 2027 or the cut-off stated in the applicable CEN.
- Government Job Eligibility Pre-check — organise the basic eligibility checks before applying.
- Government Job Document Checklist — prepare certificates and application documents before starting the form.
For the later verification stage, read the Government Job Document Verification Guide to understand originals, category certificates and common document problems.
Documents to Keep Ready
For Graduate CEN 06/2026, candidates should keep the documents required by the detailed notice ready, including applicable educational, identity and category records.
| Document / record | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Class 10 / Matriculation certificate | Name and date-of-birth verification |
| Degree / final qualifying proof | Graduate eligibility |
| Aadhaar / accepted identity details | Identity verification and smoother application processing |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS certificate | Reservation claim, where applicable |
| PwBD / UDID records | Disability claim and applicable facilities |
| Ex-Servicemen documents | ExSM claim, where applicable |
| Photograph and required upload files | Online application |
| NOC | Required at DV for applicable government/PSU employees |
CEN 07/2026 candidates should use the final document list in the detailed Undergraduate notice after release.
Important Official Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Unified Official RRB Website | Official CENs, notices and RRB navigation |
| Official RRB Application Portal | Submit online applications |
| CEN 06/2026 Detailed Notification — verification copy | Exact detailed Graduate CEN used for the current 3,548-vacancy update |
| CEN 07/2026 Indicative Notice — verification copy | Confirms 1,688 tentative UG vacancies and tentative 15 Oct–13 Nov window |
Candidates should prefer the unified official RRB website for the latest CEN, corrigendum and exam notices. The verification copies above are included to make the currently checked source material easy to audit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many RRB NTPC vacancies are there in the latest 2026 update?
The current combined figure is 5,236: 3,548 Graduate vacancies under detailed CEN 06/2026 plus 1,688 tentative Undergraduate vacancies under indicative CEN 07/2026.
Why did the total increase from 5,165 to 5,236?
The earlier Graduate indicative notice listed 3,477 vacancies. The detailed CEN 06/2026 now lists 3,548, an increase of 71. The Undergraduate indicative figure remains 1,688.
Is the RRB NTPC Graduate form open?
Yes. Graduate CEN 06/2026 applications opened on 8 October 2026 and close on 6 November 2026 at 23:59.
Is the RRB NTPC Undergraduate form open?
The indicative CEN 07/2026 schedules the window from 15 October to 13 November 2026, but labels the dates tentative. Check the detailed CEN before applying.
What is the Graduate age limit?
For CEN 06/2026, the standard age range is 18–33 years as on 1 January 2027, with category-specific relaxations.
Is a typing skill test required for Graduate typist posts in 2026?
No pre-selection CBT typing skill test is prescribed under detailed CEN 06/2026 for the two typist posts. RRB states that basic computer/typing proficiency remains expected and may be assessed after joining.
What qualification is required for Undergraduate CEN 07/2026?
The indicative 2026 notice does not state the final qualification rule. The detailed CEN 07/2026 will govern, so candidates should wait for that notice rather than relying on a previous recruitment cycle.