RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) is the Railway Recruitment Boards’ recruitment for clerical, accounts, ticketing and station posts in Indian Railways. It has two levels: Graduate posts and Undergraduate (10+2) posts. The previous cycle, CEN 06/2025 (Graduate) and CEN 07/2025 (Undergraduate), had 8,868 posts, and its Graduate CBT 1 was held from 16 to 27 March 2026. The new 2026 cycle notifications (CEN 06/2026 and CEN 07/2026) are now out. This page is updated as each stage moves forward.
RRB NTPC 2026: Overview
| Recruiting body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Levels | Graduate (CEN 06) and Undergraduate / 10+2 (CEN 07) |
| Previous cycle (2025) | 8,868 posts: 5,810 Graduate + 3,058 Undergraduate |
| Selection process | CBT 1 → CBT 2 → Typing Skill Test / CBAT (post-wise) → Document Verification → Medical |
| Exam language | 15 languages including Hindi and English |
| Official website | rrbapply.gov.in and regional RRB websites |
RRB NTPC Posts
| Graduate Level | Undergraduate (10+2) Level |
|---|---|
| Station Master | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk |
| Goods Train Manager | Accounts Clerk cum Typist |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Junior Clerk cum Typist |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | Trains Clerk |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | – |
RRB NTPC Eligibility
- Graduate posts: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; usual age limit 18 to 33 years.
- Undergraduate posts: 12th (10+2) pass with at least 50% marks for general candidates (relaxed for SC/ST, PwD and ex-servicemen); usual age limit 18 to 30 years.
- Typist posts: Typing proficiency in English or Hindi on a computer is needed.
- Age relaxation: OBC 3 years, SC/ST 5 years, PwD 10 years and more as per the CEN. For the 2025 cycle, age was counted as on 1 January 2026.
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RRB NTPC Exam Pattern
| Section | CBT 1 Questions | CBT 2 Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 35 |
| General Awareness | 40 | 50 |
| Total | 100 (100 marks) | 120 (120 marks) |
| Duration | 90 minutes | 90 minutes |
Both CBTs deduct one-third of a mark for each wrong answer. CBT 1 is a screening test, and the final merit depends on CBT 2, together with the Typing Skill Test or CBAT where the post requires it. CBAT applies to Station Master and Traffic posts.
RRB NTPC Syllabus
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Number system, decimals & fractions, LCM/HCF, ratio, percentage, mensuration, time & work, speed & distance, interest, profit & loss, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics |
| Reasoning | Analogy, series, coding-decoding, mathematical operations, relationships, syllogism, jumbling, Venn diagrams, data sufficiency, puzzles, statement-conclusion |
| General Awareness | Current events, games & sports, Indian art & culture, history, geography, polity, economy, general science, environment, computers, famous personalities, government schemes |
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RRB NTPC: FAQs
Can a 12th pass candidate apply for RRB NTPC?
Yes. 12th pass candidates can apply for the Undergraduate level posts such as Commercial cum Ticket Clerk and Junior Clerk cum Typist.
Are CBT 1 marks counted in the final RRB NTPC merit?
No. CBT 1 is only for shortlisting. The final merit is based on CBT 2 and, where applicable, the skill test or CBAT.
Is there negative marking in RRB NTPC?
Yes. One-third of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer in both CBT 1 and CBT 2.
Disclaimer: This guide is for information only. Always confirm vacancies, dates and eligibility in the official CEN on rrbapply.gov.in.