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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has brought much-needed clarity to thousands of aspirants by releasing the official examination timeline for CEN 06/2025 (NTPC Graduate Level). Following the successful verification of application statuses on January 20, 2026, the board has confirmed that the CBT-1 examination will be conducted across multiple shifts between March 16 and March 26, 2026.
This recruitment is a golden opportunity for graduates to secure positions in the Indian Railways with competitive pay scales (Levels 4, 5, and 6). The exam will be a screening test, and candidates must perform exceptionally well to qualify for the second stage (CBT-2). The Exam City Intimation Slip is expected to be live on March 6, 2026, allowing candidates to plan their travel well in advance.
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026: Recruitment Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Notification No. | CEN 06/2025 |
| Post Name | Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) |
| Total Vacancies | 5,810 Posts |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | March 16 – March 26, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 4 Days Before Exam Date |
| Official Portal | CLICK HERE |
1. Important Dates & Application Fee
The application phase is closed, but keeping track of the upcoming schedule is vital for hall ticket downloads.
- Detailed Notification Date: October 20, 2025
- Application Status Check: January 20, 2026 (Live)
- Exam City Slip Release: March 06, 2026 (Tentative)
- Admit Card (E-Call Letter): March 12, 2026 onwards (Phase-wise)
- CBT 1 Exam Date: March 16 – March 26, 2026
Application Fees (Paid during registration):
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing in CBT-1)
- SC / ST / Female / PwBD / XSM: ₹250 (Full refund after appearing in CBT-1)
2. Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection involves a multi-tier process to filter the best talent for the Indian Railways.
CBT-1 Exam Pattern (Common for all Graduate Posts)
- Duration: 90 Minutes (120 Mins for eligible PwBD)
- Total Questions: 100 Objective Type
- General Awareness: 40 Questions
- Mathematics: 30 Questions
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30 Questions
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
3. Graduate Level Post Allocation
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Typing/Psycho Test Req. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | 3,416 | No |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | Level 5 | 921 | Yes (Typing) |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 | 638 | Yes (Typing) |
| Station Master | Level 6 | 615 | Yes (Aptitude/CBAT) |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | 161 | No |
| Traffic Assistant | Level 4 | 59 | Yes (Aptitude/CBAT) |
4. Important Links for Candidates
| Resource Description | Official Links / Action |
|---|---|
| Download CBT-1 Admit Card | Link Active March 12 |
| Check Exam City & Date Slip | Link Active March 6 |
| Check Application Status | Check Status Here (Live) |
| Official RRB Notice PDF | Download Exam Schedule |
Mandatory Documents for Exam Hall
- Printed E-Call Letter: Ensure the printout is clear.
- Original Photo ID: Aadhaar Card (mandatory for biometric), PAN, or Voter ID.
- One Color Photo: Same as uploaded in the application.
- Self-Declaration: To be signed only in the presence of the invigilator at the exam center.
Official Notification Disclaimer:
This post is for informational purposes only. Candidates are strictly advised to visit the official regional RRB websites (e.g., RRB Chandigarh, RRB Bhopal, RRB Chennai) for the final confirmation of their shift timings and center addresses. The Railway Recruitment Board reserves the right to change the exam schedule due to technical or administrative requirements.
