If you are a graduate dreaming of a railway job, the clock is now ticking loudly. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) will close online applications for the NTPC Graduate recruitment, CEN 06/2026, on 6 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. That leaves just one day to complete the form, pay the fee and submit it without a last minute scramble.
The drive covers 3,548 posts across railway zones and production units in India. It is one of the biggest graduate level railway recruitments of the year, and the posts on offer are the ones lakhs of aspirants prepare for year after year: Goods Train Manager, Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor, Senior Clerk Cum Typist and Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist.
3,548 posts: which job has how many seats
The vacancy break-up shows where the bulk of the opportunity lies. Goods Train Manager alone accounts for more than three quarters of the total seats, which makes it the headline post of this recruitment.
- Goods Train Manager: 2,750 posts
- Senior Clerk Cum Typist: 371 posts
- Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist: 300 posts
- Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor: 127 posts
Put together, the four posts add up to exactly 3,548 vacancies. Candidates can apply against only one RRB, and within that RRB they can indicate their preferences for railway zones, production units and posts. Submitting more than one application against this CEN can lead to disqualification, so choose your RRB carefully before you submit.
Who can apply: degree, age and other conditions
The basic qualification is simple: a degree from a recognised university or its equivalent. Candidates awaiting their final results are not eligible, and the degree must be complete on or before the closing date.
The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027, with relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules. SC and ST candidates get 5 years of relaxation, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates get 3 years, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities get relaxation ranging from 10 to 15 years depending on category.
Each post also carries its own medical standards, and the typing posts carry typing requirements that candidates must meet. Before applying, read the detailed CEN for the post you want, because eligibility,
medical fitness and typing rules differ from one post to another.
Pay, fee and selection process
The starting basic pay ranges from Rs 29,200 to Rs 35,400 per month depending on the post, plus allowances admissible to central government employees. The application fee is Rs 250. Candidates who appear in the first stage Computer Based Test (CBT) are eligible for a refund as per the notification rules.
Selection will be through a Computer Based Test, followed by document verification for shortlisted candidates. The RRBs will share the exam pattern, syllabus and schedule through their official websites in due course, so keep checking the portal after you apply.
Important dates you must not miss
- Online applications opened: 8 October 2026
- Last date to submit the application: 6 November 2026, 11:59 PM
- Last date for fee payment: 8 November 2026
- Application modification window: 9 to 18 November 2026 (modification fee Rs 250; the account creation details and chosen RRB cannot be changed)
How to apply on rrbapply.gov.in
The entire process is online, and it helps to keep your documents ready before you start. Here is the sequence most applicants follow:
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in and create an account with your basic details.
- Fill the application form carefully, matching every entry with your certificates.
- Choose one RRB and set your post and zone preferences in order.
- Upload clear, legible scanned documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the fee online and submit the form before 11:59 PM on 6 November.
- Save the submitted application PDF, registration ID and fee receipt for later stages.
Why this deadline matters
Railway recruitment windows do not reopen on request, and NTPC graduate posts draw enormous competition because they combine a central government job, a structured career path and postings across the country. With Goods Train Manager offering 2,750 seats, this is also a rare drive where the largest post is not a desk job but an operational railway role, which suits candidates who want field responsibility along with job security.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for RRB NTPC Graduate CEN 06/2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 6 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Fee payment for submitted applications can be made till 8 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in RRB NTPC Graduate 2026?
There are 3,548 vacancies in total: Goods Train Manager 2,750, Senior Clerk Cum Typist 371, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist 300 and Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor 127.
What is the qualification for RRB NTPC Graduate posts?
A degree from a recognised university or its equivalent, completed on or before the closing date. Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.
What is the age limit for RRB NTPC Graduate 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027, with relaxation for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), ex-servicemen and PwBD candidates as per rules.
Where do I apply for RRB NTPC Graduate recruitment?
Apply online only through the official RRB portal, rrbapply.gov.in. Always verify details in the official CEN notification, which remains the final authority.
Good luck to every aspirant filing the form today.
