RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 – 5810 Graduate Vacancies
RRB CEN 06/2025: Apply Online for 5810 Graduate Posts (NTPC) – Complete Guide
Government of India, Ministry of Railways has announced a major recruitment notification RRB CEN 06/2025 for Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate Level) posts.
A total of 5810 vacancies are available across all Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) in India.
🔍 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 21st October 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 21st October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20th November 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 22nd November 2025 |
| Application Modification Window | 23rd November – 2nd December 2025 |
| Scribe Details Window | 3rd – 7th December 2025 |
💼 Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Pay (₹) | Medical Standard | Age Limit | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | 6 | 35,400 | B2 | 18–33 | 161 |
| Station Master | 6 | 35,400 | A2 | 18–33 | 615 |
| Goods Train Manager | 5 | 29,200 | A2 | 18–33 | 3416 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 5 | 29,200 | C2 | 18–33 | 921 |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | 5 | 29,200 | C2 | 18–33 | 638 |
| Traffic Assistant | 4 | 25,500 | A2 | 18–33 | 59 |
| Total Vacancies | 5810 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
🧾 Nationality / Citizenship
Candidates must be:
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Indian Citizen, OR
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Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, OR
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Tibetan refugee who came to India before 01.01.1962, OR
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Person of Indian origin from specified countries intending to settle permanently in India.
(Non-Indian candidates must produce a certificate of eligibility from Govt. of India.)
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 33 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR/EWS) | 3 Years after service |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 Years after service |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 Years after service |
| Railway Staff (UR/OBC/SC/ST) | 40 / 43 / 45 Years |
🎓 Educational Qualification (as on 20.11.2025)
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Must have a Degree from a recognized University.
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Typing Skill required for:
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Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist
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Senior Clerk Cum Typist
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Candidates awaiting final results are NOT eligible.
🖥️ Application Process
How to Apply Online
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Visit your regional RRB official website.
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Create an account (or use an existing one).
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Fill in personal details carefully.
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Upload live photograph & signature as per format.
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Pay the examination fee online.
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Submit and take a printout for reference.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refundable Amount |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-S / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 |
EBC: Economically Backward Class (annual family income < ₹50,000).
(For fee concession only, not for reservation.)
✏️ Modification of Application
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Window: 23rd November to 2nd December 2025
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Fee: ₹250 (non-refundable)
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Certain fields like RRB choice and contact details cannot be changed.
🧩 Selection Process
The recruitment involves Computer-Based Tests (CBT), followed by Skill / Aptitude Tests, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
| Post | 1st Stage CBT | 2nd Stage CBT | Skill/Aptitude Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | ✅ | ✅ | – |
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | ✅ | ✅ | – |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | ✅ | ✅ | Typing Test |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | ✅ | ✅ | Typing Test |
| Station Master | ✅ | ✅ | Aptitude Test (CBAT) |
| Traffic Assistant | ✅ | ✅ | Aptitude Test (CBAT) |
🧮 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
1️⃣ 1st Stage CBT
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Duration: 90 minutes (120 min for scribes)
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Total Questions: 100
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Negative Marking: 1/3 per wrong answer
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 |
2️⃣ 2nd Stage CBT
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Duration: 90 minutes (120 min for scribes)
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Total Questions: 120
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 |
| Mathematics | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 |
Syllabus Topics:
Number System, Ratio, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Time & Work, Indian Polity, Current Affairs, Geography, History, General Science, Computers, etc.
📊 Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 40% |
| OBC / SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
| PwBD | 2% Relaxation (in case of shortfall) |
⚙️ Reservation Policy
Vertical Reservation
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SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / EWS as per government norms.
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EWS candidates must have an annual income below ₹8 lakh.
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OBC certificates must be issued after 01.04.2025.
Horizontal Reservation
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PwBD and Ex-Servicemen (ExSM) eligible as per rules.
👨🦯 Scribe Facility for PwBD Candidates
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Eligible candidates must arrange their own scribe.
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Register the scribe on rrbapply.gov.in.
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Extra time: 20 minutes per hour of exam.
🩺 Medical Standards
| Medical Standard | General Fitness | Vision Standards |
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| A-2 (e.g., Station Master) | Fit in all respects | 6/9, 6/9 without glasses |
| B-2 (e.g., Chief Commercial) | Fit in all respects | 6/9, 6/12 with/without glasses |
| C-2 (e.g., Clerk) | Fit in all respects | 6/12, nil with/without glasses |
⚠️ Candidates with Lasik or corrective eye surgery are NOT eligible for A-2 posts.
⚠️ Important Instructions
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Apply only to one RRB — multiple applications lead to rejection.
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Bring original photo ID and E-Call letter to the exam.
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No change in exam center/date/shift allowed.
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Beware of fake job agents or websites. Apply only through official RRB portals.
🌐 Official RRB Websites
| RRB | Website |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Mumbai | www.rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| Chennai | www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Kolkata | www.rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| Patna | www.rrbpatna.gov.in |
| For others | Refer Para 16.0 in CEN 06/2025 |
Helpline:
📧 Email – rrb.help@csc.gov.in
📞 Phone – 9592001188 / 01725653333 (10 AM – 5 PM)
🏁 Final Note
This is a golden opportunity for graduates seeking a secure job in Indian Railways.
Read the official CEN No. 06/2025 carefully before applying.