RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025-26: Complete Details
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) Vacancy 2025-26, offering a total of 8,875 posts. This recruitment covers both Graduate and Undergraduate (12th pass) categories, making it a golden opportunity for lakhs of railway job aspirants.
RRB NTPC 2025-26 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
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| Recruitment Board | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) |
| Total Vacancies | 8,875 |
| Graduate Level Vacancies | 5,817 |
| Undergraduate Level Vacancies | 3,058 |
| Age Limit | Graduate: 18–36 yrs; Undergraduate: 18–33 yrs |
| Selection Stages | CBT-1 → CBT-2 → Skill/Typing/Aptitude Test (if applicable) → Document Verification → Medical |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Negative Marking | Yes, 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer |
Post-Wise Vacancies
Graduate Level Posts (5,817 Vacancies)
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Goods Train Manager
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Station Master
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Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor (CCTS)
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Junior Account Assistant-cum-Typist
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Senior Clerk-cum-Typist
Undergraduate Level Posts (3,058 Vacancies)
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Commercial-cum-Ticket Clerk
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Accounts Clerk-cum-Typist
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Junior Clerk-cum-Typist
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Trains Clerk
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
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Graduate Level Posts: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
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Undergraduate Posts: 12th pass (Intermediate) from a recognized board.
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Typing skill in Hindi/English may be required for certain posts.
Age Limit
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Graduate Level: 18–36 years
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Undergraduate Level: 18–33 years
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Age relaxations apply as per government rules for reserved categories.
Selection Process
The selection will be carried out in multiple stages:
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CBT Stage 1 – Online test with questions from General Awareness, Mathematics, and Reasoning.
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CBT Stage 2 – Advanced level online test with more weightage.
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Skill Test / Typing / Aptitude Test – For posts requiring specific skills.
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Document Verification – Checking certificates and eligibility.
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Medical Examination – Final fitness check as per Railway standards.
Exam Pattern
CBT 1
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Total Questions: 100
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General Awareness: 40
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Mathematics: 30
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Reasoning: 30
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Duration: 90 minutes
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Negative Marking: –⅓ for wrong answers
CBT 2
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Total Questions: 120
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General Awareness: 50
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Mathematics: 35
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Reasoning: 35
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Duration: 90 minutes
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Negative Marking: –⅓ for wrong answers
Salary & Benefits
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Undergraduate Posts: Pay Level 2 & 3 (as per 7th CPC)
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Graduate Posts: Pay Level 5 & 6 (as per 7th CPC)
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Benefits include:
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Dearness Allowance (DA)
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House Rent Allowance (HRA)
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Transport Allowance
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Medical Facilities
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Pension (NPS) and other perks
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Application Process
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Applications will be accepted online only on respective RRB websites.
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Application Fee (expected):
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General/OBC: ₹500
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SC/ST/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen: ₹250 (refundable after CBT-1 appearance)
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Steps: Register → Fill form → Upload documents → Pay fee → Submit → Download confirmation.
Important Dates
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Notification Release: 2025
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Application Dates: To be announced soon
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Exam Dates: Will be shared in RRB exam calendar / official notification
Preparation Tips
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Focus on General Awareness (railways, current affairs, static GK).
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Strengthen Maths basics (arithmetic, algebra, data interpretation).
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Practice Reasoning puzzles and mock tests daily.
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Manage time effectively and avoid negative marking.
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Keep documents (caste, income, education) ready for verification.
- Draft Notification PDF: Click Here
Conclusion
The RRB NTPC 2025-26 recruitment offers nearly 9,000 vacancies for both graduates and 12th pass aspirants. With attractive salary, allowances, and career growth, this is one of the biggest opportunities in Indian Railways. Candidates are advised to start preparation early and stay updated with official RRB notifications for exact dates and guidelines.