Indian Railways Recruitment 2026: RRBs Invite Applications for 3,548 NTPC Graduate Posts

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially issued Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 06/2026, announcing 3,548 graduate-level vacancies under the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC–Graduate) recruitment. The recruitment initiative offers eligible degree holders an opportunity to pursue a career within Indian Railways and contribute to the daily operations of one of the country's largest public service organisations, reports PIB.

Breakdown of Posts and Pay Structure

The recruitment drive encompasses four distinct categories of graduate positions, spanning commercial services, train operations, accounts, and administration:

• Goods Train Manager: 2,750 vacancies (Pay Level 5)
• Senior Clerk Cum Typist: 371 vacancies (Pay Level 5)
• Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist: 300 vacancies (Pay Level 5)
• Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor: 127 vacancies (Pay Level 6)

Under the Seventh Central Pay Commission, the Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor position carries an initial basic pay of INR 35,400 per month at Pay Level 6. The remaining three positions - Goods Train Manager, Senior Clerk Cum Typist, and Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist - offer an initial basic pay of INR 29,200 per month at Pay Level 5. Applicable allowances and service conditions will be governed by relevant railway rules. Indian Railways Lower Berth Rule Change: Pregnant Women To Get Online Booking Facility.

Key Dates and Eligibility Criteria

The online application window opened on October 8 and will accept submissions through November 6, until 11:59 PM. The key schedule details include:

• Online Application Window: October 8, 2026, to November 6, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Last Date for Examination Fee Payment: November 8, 2026
• Application Modification Window: November 9 to November 18, 2026

Candidates applying for these roles must hold a degree from a recognised university or its equivalent and satisfy post-specific eligibility requirements. The prescribed age limit is 18 to 33 years as of January 1, 2027, with age relaxations applicable to eligible categories as per standard government rules.

Merit-Based Selection and Key Exam Changes

Selection will be conducted purely on merit across multiple evaluation phases. The process comprises a first-stage Computer-Based Test (CBT), a second-stage CBT, followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination. The framework incorporates applicable reservation benefits, age relaxations, scribe assistance, and compensatory time for eligible candidates with benchmark disabilities.

Notably, under CEN No. 06/2026, the Computer-Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) has been dispensed with for the posts of Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist and Senior Clerk Cum Typist. However, candidates are expected to possess basic computer and typing proficiency, which will be evaluated after joining as specified in the official notification.

Official Application Portals

Eligible candidates are advised to verify requirements and access detailed notifications, vacancy distributions, and official updates via the dedicated Railway Recruitment Board platforms:

• RRB Official Website: rrb.indianrailways.gov.in
• Online Application Portal: rrbapply.gov.in

Candidates are urged to complete their application process well before the November 6 deadline to avoid potential technical issues associated with last-minute traffic on the portal. For authentic updates, verification of post-wise quotas, and official guidelines, applicants should refer exclusively to the official RRB digital platforms.

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