RRB NTPC CBT-I 2026
Candidate's Field Guide
Everything you need — admit card download, exam schedule, pattern breakdown, subject-wise preparation strategy, and what awaits beyond the first stage.
What Is RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026?
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have launched a centralized drive under CEN 06/2025 to fill 5,810 graduate-level Non-Technical Popular Category (NTPC) posts across Indian Railways. The notification was released in October 2025, with applications accepted through late November.
The selection process begins with CBT-I — a computer-based screening test — scheduled from 16 to 27 March 2026. Admit cards went live on 12 March 2026 via rrb.digialm.com and all 21 regional RRB portals.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | 3,416 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | 921 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 638 |
| Station Master | 615 |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 161 |
| Traffic Assistant | 59 |
| Grand Total | 5,810 |
Selected candidates are placed in 7th CPC pay scales — Level-5 (₹29,200/month) or Level-6 (₹35,400/month) — along with DA, HRA, TA, medical benefits, railway passes, and NPS pension.
Who Could Apply?
Education: A completed graduation degree from any recognized university. Final-year students were not eligible at the time of application.
Age (as on 01 January 2026): 18–33 years for General / EWS. Age relaxations:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 / 13 / 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per government rules |
| Widows / Divorced Women | Up to 35 / 40 years |
Recruitment Timeline
Admit cards are released on a rolling basis — 4 days before each candidate's specific exam date.
CBT-I Structure & Marking Scheme
CBT-I is a 100-question objective test completed in 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates with scribe). A penalty of ⅓ mark applies for each wrong answer. This is a screening-only stage — scores are normalized across shifts.
Shortlist ratio: Approximately 20× the vacancy count will be called for CBT-II based on normalized CBT-I merit.
CBT-II: 120 questions (50 GA + 35 Math + 35 Reasoning) in 90 minutes. Final merit is based on CBT-II marks, plus Typing Tests (JAA / Senior Clerk) or CBAT (Station Master) where applicable.
How to Download Your E-Call Letter
Reporting Times & What to Carry
Reach the venue at least 90 minutes before gate closure. Biometric fingerprint verification will be carried out on-site.
✓ Bring These
- Printed colour admit card
- Original photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport / DL / PAN)
- One recent passport-size photograph
- Black or blue ballpoint pen
✕ Leave These Behind
- Mobile phones & smartwatches
- Calculators & electronic devices
- Written notes or study material
- Bluetooth / wireless accessories
Subject-Wise Strategy for CBT-I
General Awareness (40 marks)
Highest-weightage section. Cover current affairs from the past 12–18 months, Indian Railways facts, Union Budget 2025-26, government schemes, sports, awards, science & technology, and static GK (capitals, rivers, national parks). Daily news reading is essential.
Mathematics (30 marks)
Class 10 level: Number Systems, Percentages, Ratios, Profit & Loss, Time-Speed-Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Basic Algebra, and Geometry. Target 50 practice questions daily from past papers or standard references.
Reasoning (30 marks)
Coding-Decoding, Analogies, Number Series, Blood Relations, Syllogisms, Direction Sense, and Data Sufficiency. Speed and pattern recognition are key — build them through timed mock drills.
Mock Tests & Accuracy
Complete at least one full-length timed mock daily. With ⅓ negative marking, accuracy matters more than raw attempts. Analyse every mistake, track weak areas, and revise formulas regularly. Rest well before exam day.
Full Selection Pipeline
Screening
Main Exam
JAA / Sr. Clerk
Stn. Master
Final Stage
Grayed stages apply only to relevant post categories. CBT-II dates are expected in May–June 2026 after CBT-I results are declared.
Common Candidate Queries
All updates, notifications, and corrections must be verified exclusively through official RRB portals: rrb.digialm.com, indianrailways.gov.in, and your regional RRB site.
Beware of fraudulent websites, fake result services, and unsolicited calls claiming to influence selection outcomes. RRBs communicate only through their official channels.
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