RRB NTPC Notification 2025-26 for All Over India – Apply Online, Eligibility, Exam Pattern

RRB NTPC Notification 2025-26 has been released for candidates across India. Applications are invited for both Graduate and Undergraduate posts under Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC). All eligible candidates can apply online at the official RRB regional websites. Candidates must have a valid mobile number and email ID, as all future communications will be made only through SMS and email by RRBs.

Candidates debarred by any RRB for life or for a specific period that is not yet completed should not apply — their candidature will be rejected at any stage of recruitment. The detailed eligibility, age limit, and application procedure for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 are given below.

RRB NTPC Notification 2025-26 – Overview

Organization	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name	Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC)
Category	Graduate and Undergraduate
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	All Over India
Official Website	indianrailways.gov.in

RRB NTPC 2025 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start (12th Pass)	28 October 2025
Application Start (Graduate)	21 October 2025
Last Date Apply (12th Pass)	27 November 2025
Last Date Apply (Graduate)	20 November 2025
Admit Card Release	Update Soon
Exam Date	Notify Soon

Application Fees

Category	Fees
General / OBC / EWS	₹500
SC / ST / Female / Other	₹250
UR/OBC/EWS Fee Refund: ₹400 | SC/ST/PH/Female Refund: ₹250

Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI only.

RRB NTPC Notification 2025-26 – Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age (Undergraduate): 30 Years
• Maximum Age (Graduate Level): 33 Years
• Age as on: 01 January 2026
• Age Relaxation: As per Government Rules

Education Qualification

Post Level	Total Post	Qualification
Graduate Level	5800	Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized University in India.
Undergraduate Level	3050	Passed 12th (Intermediate) Exam from any recognized Board in India.

Selection Process

1. Computer Based Test (CBT – 1)
2. Computer Based Test (CBT – 2)
3. Skill Test / Typing Test
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination
6. Final Joining

RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2025

CBT-1 (Screening Test)

Duration: 90 Minutes | Negative Marking: 0.25 marks

Subject	Total Questions	Total Marks
General Awareness	40	40
Mathematics	30	30
General Intelligence & Reasoning	30	30
Total	100	100

CBT-2 (Post-Specific)

Duration: 90 Minutes | Negative Marking: 0.25 marks

Subject	Total Questions	Total Marks
General Awareness	50	50
Mathematics	35	35
General Intelligence & Reasoning	35	35
Total	120	120

General Instructions Before Applying

• Enter your Name, Father’s Name, and Date of Birth exactly as per your Matriculation Certificate.
• Ensure you meet the medical standards for the post applied.
• Applications without fees or incomplete details will be rejected.
• RRBs will not entertain any request for change of email or mobile number later.
• Eligible PwBD candidates may bring their own scribe if RRB does not provide one.

RRB NTPC 2025-26 – Important Links

Description	Link
RRB NTPC Apply Online (Graduate)	Apply Online
RRB NTPC Apply Online (12th Pass)	Link Active 28/10/2025
Download Official Notification PDF	Download
Official RRB Website	Visit Here
More Govt Jobs	Check Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is the minimum qualification for RRB NTPC 2025?
A: 12th pass for undergraduate posts and Graduation for graduate-level posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for RRB NTPC 2025?
A: 27 November 2025 for 12th pass and 20 November 2025 for graduate posts.

Q3. What is the age limit for RRB NTPC 2025?
A: 18 to 33 years depending on the level of post applied.

Q4. How many stages are there in RRB NTPC Selection?
A: There are 5 stages – CBT-1, CBT-2, Skill Test, Document Verification, and Medical Test.

Q5. What is the official website for RRB NTPC 2025?
A: indianrailways.gov.in