The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a notification for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts. The short notice for the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 confirms a total of 8,850 vacancies for both Undergraduate (12th Pass) and Graduate-level positions, including highly sought-after roles like Station Master, Goods Train Manager, and various Clerk positions. With applications accepted from October 21 to November 27, 2025.
NTPC Notification 2025
| Recruitment Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) |
| Total Vacancies | 8,850 (Tentative) |
| Graduate Level Vacancies (CEN 06/2025) | 5,800 Posts |
| Undergraduate Level Vacancies (CEN 07/2025) | 3,050 Posts |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | rrbcdg.gov.in (and respective regional RRB sites) |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet both the age limit and educational qualification criteria as specified in the official notification.
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
| Level | Minimum Age | Maximum Age (Unreserved) |
| Undergraduate Posts | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| Graduate Posts | 18 Years | 36 Years |
Educational Qualification
| Post Level | Minimum Qualification | Additional Requirements (for certain posts) |
| Undergraduate Posts | 12th Pass (+2 Stage) or equivalent | Typing proficiency in English/Hindi on a computer for Typist posts. |
| Graduate Posts | University Degree or its equivalent | Typing proficiency in English/Hindi on a computer for Typist posts; Aptitude Test (CBAT) for Station Master posts. |
Selection Process
The RRB NTPC selection process involves multiple stages designed to thoroughly assess candidates’ suitability for railway services:
- Computer Based Test 1 (CBT 1)
- Computer Based Test 2 (CBT 2)
- Typing Skill Test (TST)/Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Dates
| Event | Graduate Level (CEN 06/2025) | Undergraduate Level (CEN 07/2025) |
| Short Notice Release Date | 29th September 2025 | 29th September 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21st October 2025 | 28th October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20th November 2025 | 27th November 2025 |
| CBT-1 Exam Date | To be Announced (TBA) | TBA |
How To Apply Online For NTPC Notification 2025
- Visit Official Website: Go to the regional RRB website or the common application portal at rrbapply.gov.in .
- Registration: Click on the relevant CEN link and register using basic details like name, mobile number, and email ID.
- Fill Application Form: Carefully enter personal, educational, and other required details matching your certificates.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and other required documents as per specified format and size.
- Payment: Pay the application fee through the available online payment options.
- Submit & Print: Review all details thoroughly before final submission. Keep a printout of the completed application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Notification | Check Here |
| Apply Here | Check Here |
