RRB NTPC 2026 Recruitment: 5,165 Posts — NFR/Guwahati Zone Gets 392 Vacancies
Graduate (CEN 06/2026) & Undergraduate/12th Pass (CEN 07/2026) — Full Eligibility, Dates & Apply Guide for Assam & NE Candidates
RRB NTPC 2026 — Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Government of India |
| Post Name | Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) — Graduate & Undergraduate |
| Total Vacancies | 5,165 (tentative) |
| Notification | CEN No. 06/2026 (Graduate) & CEN No. 07/2026 (Undergraduate) |
| NFR/Guwahati Zone Share | 392 Graduate-level posts (3rd highest among all zones) |
| Application Mode | Online at rrbapply.gov.in |
| Job Location | Indian Railways zones and Production Units across India |
Vacancy Breakup: Graduate vs Undergraduate
| Category | CEN No. | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Level | CEN 06/2026 | 3,477 | Level 5 & Level 6 |
| Undergraduate (12th Pass) Level | CEN 07/2026 | 1,688 | Level 2 & Level 3 |
| Total | — | 5,165 | — |
Note: Station Master vacancies (Pay Level 6) are under separate Railway Board approval and will be communicated to zones subsequently — they may add to the Graduate-level count later.
Top Zones by Graduate-Level Vacancies
| Rank | Zone | Graduate Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SECR (South East Central Railway) | 503 |
| 2 | ECR (East Central Railway) | 439 |
| 3 | NFR (North East Frontier Railway) — Guwahati | 392 |
The complete RRB-wise and post-wise breakup for all 21 RRBs (including Guwahati) will be published in the Detailed CEN. This article will be updated once that is released.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduate Level (CEN 06/2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university |
| Age Limit | 18–33 years (reckoned as on 01.01.2027) |
| Typical Posts | Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, Commercial Apprentice, Station Master, Goods Train Manager, and other Graduate-level NTPC posts |
Undergraduate Level (CEN 07/2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 (12th Pass) from a recognised board |
| Age Limit | 18–30 years (reckoned as on 01.01.2027) |
| Typical Posts | Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk |
Standard age relaxation rules apply: OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD +10–15 years, and other categories as per Government of India norms — final figures to be confirmed in the Detailed CEN.
Important Dates
| Event | Graduate (CEN 06/2026) | Undergraduate (CEN 07/2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Vacancy Approval Order | 3 September 2026 | 3 September 2026 |
| Indicative/Short Notice | 21 September 2026 | 21 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 8 October 2026 (tentative) | 15 October 2026 (tentative) |
| Online Application Last Date | 6 November 2026 (tentative) | 13 November 2026 (tentative) |
Application Fee (As per Usual RRB Pattern)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT-1) |
| SC / ST / Women / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Minority / EBC / Transgender | ₹250 (fully refunded after appearing in CBT-1) |
Exact fee slabs and refund conditions will be finalised in the Detailed CEN.
Selection Process
The RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment will follow the standard multi-stage selection process:
- 1st Stage CBT (Computer-Based Test) — Screening exam for all applicants
- 2nd Stage CBT — Separate papers for different post groups
- Typing Skill Test / Computer-Based Aptitude Test — As applicable to the post applied for
- Document Verification & Medical Examination — Final stage before appointment
Final selection is strictly merit-based on performance across these stages.
How to Apply for RRB NTPC 2026
- Visit the official application portal: rrbapply.gov.in
- Register with basic details and complete One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already done
- Select CEN 06/2026 (Graduate) or CEN 07/2026 (Undergraduate) as applicable
- Fill in educational, personal and category details carefully
- Choose your preferred RRB region — candidates from Assam/NE typically opt for RRB Guwahati for NFR postings
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents as per specifications
- Pay the applicable application fee online
- Review and submit the form; save/print the confirmation page
Frequently Asked Questions
How many total vacancies are there in RRB NTPC 2026?
A total of 5,165 vacancies have been approved — 3,477 for Graduate-level posts (CEN 06/2026) and 1,688 for Undergraduate/12th-pass posts (CEN 07/2026).
How many RRB NTPC 2026 vacancies are there for NFR/Guwahati zone?
NFR (North East Frontier Railway), headquartered in Guwahati, has been allotted 392 Graduate-level vacancies as per the Railway Board’s zone-wise breakup — the third-highest among all zones.
When will the RRB NTPC 2026 application form start?
As per the indicative notice, the Graduate-level (CEN 06/2026) application is tentatively scheduled from 8 October to 6 November 2026, and the Undergraduate-level (CEN 07/2026) application from 15 October to 13 November 2026. These dates will be confirmed in the Detailed CEN.
What is the eligibility for RRB NTPC 2026?
Graduate-level posts require a Bachelor’s degree with age 18–33 years; Undergraduate-level posts require 12th pass with age 18–30 years (age reckoned as on 01.01.2027).
Can a graduate apply for both CEN 06/2026 and CEN 07/2026?
A graduate can apply for CEN 07/2026 (UG) only if they meet its age ceiling of 30 years. Candidates aged 31–33 are eligible only for CEN 06/2026 (Graduate).
