The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the NTPC recruitment notification for 2026-27, inviting applications for a total of 5,236 graduate and undergraduate posts. The undergraduate-level application process started on October 15, 2026, and will continue until November 13, 2026, at 11:59 pm. Candidates interested in these government job opportunities can apply online through the official RRB application portal.
- Total vacancies: 5,236 posts (3,548 graduate-level and 1,688 undergraduate-level)
- Undergraduate posts include Commercial-cum-Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk-cum-Typist, Junior Clerk-cum-Typist, and Trains Clerk
- Graduate posts include Goods Train Manager, Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor, Junior Accounts Assistant-cum-Typist, and Senior Clerk-cum-Typist
- Application deadlines: November 13, 2026, for undergraduate posts; November 6, 2026, for graduate posts
- Application fee payment deadline: November 15, 2026
- Application correction window: November 16 to 25, 2026
- Selection process involves two stages of computer-based tests (CBT 1 and CBT 2) followed by document verification
What are the important dates for RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment?
The recruitment timeline for the RRB NTPC 2026 notification is as follows:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate application process begins | October 15, 2026 |
| Undergraduate application deadline | November 13, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Graduate application deadline | November 6, 2026 |
| Last date to pay application fee | November 15, 2026 |
| Application correction window | November 16 to 25, 2026 |
| CBT 1 exam date (graduate posts) | Fourth week of December 2026 (tentative) |
| CBT 1 exam date (undergraduate posts) | Not announced yet |
How can candidates apply for the RRB NTPC undergraduate posts?
Candidates interested in the undergraduate-level posts must apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official Railway Recruitment Board application website.
- Locate and open the RRB NTPC undergraduate application link under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) 07/2026.
- Choose the new registration option and enter the required details to create an account.
- Log in using the registered mobile number or email address.
- Complete the application form by entering personal and educational information.
- Upload the photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee through available online payment methods.
- Review all details carefully and submit the application.
- Download and save the submitted application form for future reference.
What is the selection process for RRB NTPC 2026?
The selection process for RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment consists of multiple stages:
- CBT 1 (First Stage Computer-Based Test): This exam is used to shortlist candidates for the next stage. For graduate posts, it is tentatively scheduled for the fourth week of December 2026. The dates for undergraduate posts are yet to be announced.
- CBT 2 (Second Stage Computer-Based Test): Candidates who clear CBT 1 will appear for this exam.
- Document Verification: Candidates who qualify CBT 2 will be called for document verification to confirm eligibility and credentials.
Applicants should keep track of official announcements for updates on exam dates and further instructions.
