The RRB NTPC Exams 2025–2026 offer a major opportunity for candidates seeking stable and prestigious jobs in Indian Railways. With more than 8,800+ vacancies released for both Graduate and Undergraduate posts, the NTPC recruitment aims to fill positions such as Station Master, Clerk, Goods Guard, Junior Account Assistant, and more. The RRB NTPC 2026 cycle includes updated eligibility criteria, age limits, exam pattern, and an online application process through regional RRB portals. As one of the most competitive railway exams, it includes CBT-1, CBT-2, Typing Skill Test, and Document Verification. Aspirants preparing for government jobs should stay updated with official notifications, important dates, syllabus details, and exam guidelines to secure a position in this massive recruitment drive.
Vacancies
There are 8,875 NTPC posts announced.
These include both graduate-level and undergraduate-level roles.
Specifically, 5,817 are for graduates and 3,058 for undergraduates.
Notification / CEN Numbers
For Graduate NTPC posts: CEN 06/2025.
For Undergraduate NTPC posts: There is also a CEN (likely 07/2025) for UG posts.
The detailed notification for graduate-level NTPC was made available.
Application Dates
Graduate (CEN 06/2025): Applications open 21 October 2025, close on 20 November 2025.
Undergraduate (CEN 07/2025): Applications open 28 October 2025, close on 27 November 2025.
There’s a modification/correction window too.
Eligibility
Graduate Posts: A degree from a recognized university or equivalent is required.
Age Limit (for Graduate posts under CEN 06/2025): 18–33 years for many posts.
There are medical standards depending on the post (A-2, C-2 etc.).
Pay / Pay Level
For example: Station Master is at level 6 (7th CPC) with starting pay ~ ₹35,400.
Other posts like Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant have different levels/pay.
Selection Process
Likely involves CBT-1 and CBT-2. (Standard for NTPC)
Then document verification, medical test etc. as per usual RRB recruitment.
For certain posts, a skill/typing test may apply (for typist-type roles).
Application Fees
According to sources: ₹ 500 for most categories, ₹ 250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/women (or other reserved) — this fee may be refundable after CBT-1.