RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025-26 – Here’s Everything You Need to Know
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) 2025 has released notification for NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories). Candidates with Graduate, Undergraduate (12th Pass) Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 21-10-2025, and closes on 20-11-2025. The candidate shall apply online through rrbapply.gov.in.
For the RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2025, candidates who have passed Graduate from any recognized board can apply. The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 33 years. Candidates from OBC, SC, and ST categories will get age relaxation as per government rules. Applicants must also meet the physical standards, such as height, chest, and running tests. Only Indian citizens who fulfill all these eligibility conditions can apply.
For the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level Recruitment 2025, candidates who have passed Class 12th (Intermediate) from any recognized board can apply. The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 30 years. Candidates belonging to OBC, SC, and ST categories are eligible for age relaxation as per government norms. Applicants must also satisfy the required medical standards for the post they apply for. Only Indian citizens who meet all eligibility requirements can submit the application form.
Educational Qualification:
Candidates Should Posses Graduate for Graduate Level and 10+2 passed for Inter Level or equivalent from recognized board.
For RRB NTPC, You are not required to be proficient in any single language for the main computer-based tests. Instead, you can choose the language you want to take the exam in.
General / EWS / OBC: ₹500 SC / ST / Female / Ex-Servicemen: No fee (₹250)
Fess Refund : General / OBC : Rs. 400/- will be refunded and Other candidates : Rs. 250/- will be refunded to the bank account after appearing in Stage I Exam.
Selection Process
The RRB NTPC Under-Graduate selection process has multiple stages. First, there is the 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), which is a common exam used for screening. Next is the 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), which is used to prepare the merit list. After that, for posts like Junior Clerk and Accounts Clerk, candidates undergo the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST), which is qualifying in nature. Then, Document Verification is done for all original educational and community certificates. Finally, a medical examination ensures the candidate meets the required medical standards for the post. Candidates who pass all required stages based on merit are included in the final selection.
How to Apply?
For the RRB NTPC Under-Graduate Recruitment 2025, candidates must first visit any of the official RRB websites (like rrbchennai.gov.in) and create an account by providing their basic details, contact number, and email ID. If an account was created for a previous RRB CEN, the same credentials should be used. After logging in, candidates need to fill in their personal and educational details and choose their medium of examination. The application will then prompt them to capture a live photograph using their webcam or mobile camera. They must also upload a scanned copy of their signature. They must then pay the application fee (₹500 for most candidates, or ₹250 for categories like SC, ST, Female, PwBD, etc.) online. After verifying all the information, the form should be submitted, and candidates will receive a confirmation email and SMS.
Visit Official Website: Go to any of the official RRB websites listed in the notification (e.g., rrbchennai.gov.in).
Create an Account: Click to create a new account (or log in with existing RRB credentials). Enter your details, mobile number, and email ID to get an OTP. Details entered in this ‘Create an Account’ form cannot be modified later.
Log In: Use your account credentials to log in and apply for CEN No. 07/2025.
Fill Application Form: Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information. Select your medium of examination from the list of languages.
Upload Documents/Photo:
Capture a live photograph when prompted by the application module (you do not upload a pre-existing photo).
Upload a scanned copy of your signature (as per specifications).
Upload your SC/ST certificate (PDF) only if you are requesting the free travel pass.
Pay Application Fee:
Pay ₹500 (For all candidates, except those in the fee concession category).
Pay ₹250 (For candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, or EBC).
Payment must be made via ONLINE mode only (internet banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI).
Review and Submit: Check all details carefully. Submit the application form after the fee payment is confirmed.
Save Confirmation: A confirmation SMS and email will be sent to your registered mobile number and email ID upon successful submission.
Scale of Pay
For the RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2025, the pay scale varies by post. Station Masters and Traffic Assistants are in Pay Level-6 with a basic pay of ₹35,400 per month, resulting in an in-hand salary of around ₹48,000–₹60,000 including allowances. Senior Clerk-cum-Typists and Junior Accounts Assistants fall under Pay Level-5, with basic pay ₹29,200 and an in-hand salary of ₹42,000–₹50,000. Goods Guards and Commercial-cum-Ticket Clerks are in Pay Level-4, with basic pay ₹25,500 and an in-hand salary of ₹35,000–₹45,000. The salary includes benefits like DA, HRA, medical facilities, and travel privileges.
For the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level Recruitment 2025, the pay scale depends on the specific post. Commercial cum Ticket Clerks fall under Pay Level-3 of the 7th Pay Commission, with a basic pay of ₹21,700 per month plus allowances, resulting in an in-hand salary of around ₹30,000–₹40,000 per month. Junior Clerks and Accounts Clerks are placed in Pay Level-2, with a basic pay of ₹19,900 per month along with allowances, leading to an approximate in-hand salary of ₹28,000–₹38,000 per month. The salary includes benefits such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical facilities, and railway travel privileges.
The highest salary in RRB NTPC is for Station Master and Traffic Assistant, which are in Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 basic pay). With allowances included, the in-hand salary can go up to around ₹60,000 per month depending on location and benefits.
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