The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have released the indicative notice for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) posts under Centralised Employment Notice CEN No. 06/2026. A total of 3,477 tentative vacancies are open across graduate cadres.
Eligible university graduates can submit their applications online through the unified railway application portal.
Below are the key details regarding this recruitment drive, including eligibility requirements, pay levels, selection stages, and application instructions.
Recruitment Overview
- Recruiting Body: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways
- Notice Reference: Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 06/2026
- Post Names: Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) — Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor (CCTS), Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist (JAA), Senior Clerk cum Typist, etc.
- Total Vacancies: 3,477 Posts (Tentative)
- Pay Scales (7th CPC): Level 5 (Starting basic ₹29,200/-) and Level 6 (Starting basic ₹35,400/- per month plus admissible allowances)
- Application Mode: Online Only
Application Fee:
- ₹500/- for UR, OBC, and EWS candidates (₹400/- refundable upon attending CBT-1, minus bank charges)
- ₹250/- for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, and EBC candidates (fully refundable upon attending CBT-1, minus bank charges)
- Official Application Portal: rrbapply.gov.in
Important Dates
Indicative Notice Release Date: September 2026
Online Application Starts From: October 08, 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply Online: November 06, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
Crucial Date for Age Calculation: January 01, 2027
CBT-1 Examination Schedule: To be announced on the official portal
Educational Qualifications
Academic Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute.
(Typing proficiency in English or Hindi on a computer is mandatory for typist posts like Senior Clerk cum Typist / JAA cum Typist).
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2027):
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 33 Years
Age Relaxations: Standard relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India rules.
Selection Process
- The recruitment involves multiple evaluation stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT – Stage 1): Screening examination covering General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence & Reasoning.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT – Stage 2): Advanced scoring test for shortlisted candidates.
- Skill Test / Aptitude Test:
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for operational roles.
- Typing Skill Test for clerical/typist roles.
- Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination: Verification of original academic/caste credentials followed by medical standard testing prescribed for each post category.
How to Apply:
- Visit the centralized railway portal.
- Create an account by completing One-Time Registration using an active mobile number and valid email ID.
- Ensure Aadhaar verification details match Class 10th certificates.
- Log in and navigate to the application link for CEN No. 06/2026 (NTPC Graduate).
- Enter personal details, academic scores, and post preferences.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport photo, signature, and community certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the prescribed application fee through online payment modes (UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card).
- Submit the form before November 06, 2026 (11:59 PM) and download/print the confirmation receipt.
Important Links:
Official RRB Application Portal: APPLY ONLINE
Official Notification: Download Notification
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