Railway Jobs: 3,548 NTPC Graduate Vacancies Announced!
Indian Railways has officially launched a massive recruitment drive, announcing 3,548 graduate-level vacancies under the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) group. This significant employment opportunity spans various essential departments, including commercial services, train operations, accounts, and administration.
Prospective candidates can submit their applications through the official recruitment portal. The application window is currently open and will remain active until 6 November 2026.
Breakdown of Available Positions
The recruitment drive offers a variety of roles with different responsibilities and pay scales. The majority of the vacancies are for the Goods Train Manager position. The detailed breakdown is as follows:
- 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
Salary Structure and Medical Standards
The pay scales for these positions are governed by the Seventh Central Pay Commission rules. The financial benefits and medical requirements vary depending on the specific role:
Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor
This role falls under Pay Level 6, offering an initial basic salary of ₹35,400 per month. Candidates for this position must meet the B2 medical standard.
Other Graduate Roles
The Goods Train Manager, Senior Clerk Cum Typist, and Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist roles fall under Pay Level 5, with an initial basic pay of ₹29,200 per month. Medical requirements for these roles are as follows:
- Goods Train Manager: Requires A2 medical standards.
- Clerical Positions: Require C2 medical standards.
Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit
To be eligible for these positions, applicants must hold a degree from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification by the closing date of the application process. Regarding age requirements:
- General Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age as of 1 January 2027.
- OBC-NCL Relaxation: An additional 3 years of age relaxation.
- SC/ST Relaxation: An additional 5 years of age relaxation.
Application Fees and Important Dates
The application process involves a fee based on the candidate's category:
- UR, OBC, and EWS candidates: ₹500
- SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minority, and EBC candidates: ₹250
Note: Eligible candidates who appear for the exam may be eligible for a partial fee refund as per official RRB guidelines.
Key Deadlines to Remember:
- Application Deadline: 6 November 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Payment Deadline: 8 November 2026
- Modification Window: 9 November to 18 November 2026
Selection Process and Typing Test Update
The selection for these NTPC roles will follow a multi-stage procedure to ensure merit-based hiring:
- First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
In a significant update for clerical aspirants, the authorities have removed the mandatory pre-joining Computer Based Typing Skill Test for typist posts. Instead, basic typing proficiency will be assessed after the candidate joins the service.