Indian Railways has released the RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) 2025-26 notification for 8,875 vacancies across India. Both graduates and 12th pass candidates can apply for a variety of posts, including Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Traffic Assistant, Ticket Clerk, and more. Find all eligibility, important dates, post-wise vacancies, salary, and direct apply links below.
RRB NTPC 2025 Recruitment Highlights
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Recruiting Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Official Portal
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Posts: Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Traffic Assistant, Ticket Clerk, Typist, Clerk & Various Others
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Total Vacancies: 8,875 (Graduate: 5,817 | Undergraduate: 3,058)
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Qualification: Graduate / 12th Pass (varies by post)
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Age Limit: 18–38 years (as on 01-01-2025; relaxation as per rules)
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Salary (Per Month): ₹19,900 – ₹35,400
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Selection Process: CBT 1 & 2, Skill Test, Document Verification, Medical Exam
Important Dates
| Activity | For Graduates (CEN 06/2025) | For Undergraduates (CEN 07/2025) |
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| Start Date of Online Application | 21 October 2025 | 28 October 2025 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 20 November 2025 (up to 11:59 pm) | 27 November 2025 (up to 11:59 pm) |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Graduate Posts | Vacancies | Undergraduate Posts | Vacancies |
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| Station Master | 615 | Junior Clerk cum Typist | 163 |
| Goods Train Manager | 3,423 | Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 394 |
| Traffic Assistant (Metro Railway) | 59 | Trains Clerk | 77 |
| Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor | 161 | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 2,424 |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 921 | ||
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 638 |
Eligibility Criteria
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Graduate Posts: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
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Undergraduate Posts: 12th pass or equivalent from a recognized board.
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Age Limit: 18–38 years (Graduate), 18–33 years (Undergraduate). Age relaxation as per norms.
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Typing Skill: Required for certain clerical posts.
RRB NTPC 2025 Selection Process
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Computer Based Test (CBT) – Stage 1 (100 questions)
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Computer Based Test (CBT) – Stage 2 (120 questions)
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Skill Test / Typing Test / Aptitude Test (as applicable)
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Document Verification and Medical Examination
Application Fee
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General/OBC: ₹500
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SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Transgender/EBC: ₹250
How to Apply for RRB NTPC 2025
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Visit the official Railway Recruitment Portal
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Create your registration account using a valid mobile number and email.
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Fill out the online application form, upload required documents and photograph.
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Pay the application fee online.
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Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Detailed step-by-step instructions and documents required are available on the portal.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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What is the last date to apply for RRB NTPC 2025?
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Graduate posts: 20 November 2025, Undergraduate posts: 27 November 2025.
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Can 12th pass candidates apply for NTPC?
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Yes, for undergraduate-level posts such as Ticket Clerk, Trains Clerk, and Junior Clerk.
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What is the selection process?
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CBT (stage 1 & 2), Skill Test (as applicable), Document Verification, Medical Exam.
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Is there age relaxation?
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Yes, as per Govt. of India rules.
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