The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially activated the Application Status link for the RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 (CEN 06/2025). If you applied for one of the 5,810 vacancies—including prestigious posts like Station Master and Goods Train Manager—you can now check if your application is Accepted or Rejected.
While the detailed notification was released in late 2025, the recruitment cycle enters its critical phase in 2026 with the upcoming CBT-1 Exam.
Urgent Update (Jan 22, 2026): The Application Status for RRB NTPC Graduate Level (CEN 06/2025) is LIVE as of January 20, 2026. Candidates must log in to
rrbapply.gov.into check their status before the link deactivates. The CBT-1 Exam is tentatively scheduled for April 2026.
RRB NTPC 2026 (Graduate Level): Key Highlights
A quick snapshot of the active recruitment drive for Graduate aspirants.
| Feature | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) |
| Notification No. | CEN 06/2025 (Graduate Level) |
| Total Vacancies | 5,810 (Graduate Posts) |
| Application Status | Released (Jan 20, 2026) |
| Exam Date (CBT 1) | April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Selection Process | CBT-1, CBT-2, CBAT/Typing, Document Verification |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Breakdown
The 5,810 vacancies are distributed among high-value posts. The Goods Train Manager takes the lion’s share of vacancies this year.
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Total Vacancies |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | 3,416 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | Level 5 | 921 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level 5 | 638 |
| Station Master | Level 6 | 615 |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | 161 |
| Traffic Assistant | Level 4 | 59 |
| TOTAL | 5,810 |
Note: The remaining 3,058 vacancies fall under the Undergraduate (12th Pass) category (CEN 07/2025), which is a separate recruitment cycle.
Important Dates: Don’t Miss These Deadlines
Mark these dates to ensure you don’t miss the Admit Card or Exam City release.
- Notification Release Date: October 20, 2025
- Online Application Closed: November 27, 2025
- Correction Window Closed: December 9, 2025
- Application Status Release: January 20, 2026 (Current Stage)
- Exam City Intimation: March 2026 (Expected)
- Admit Card Release: 4 Days before Exam Date
- CBT-1 Exam Date: April 2026 (Tentative)
Direct Links: Check Status & Download PDF
Use the direct links below to save time navigating confused regional websites.
- Check RRB NTPC Graduate Application Status 2026 –rrbapply.gov.in
- Download Official Notification CEN 06/2025 PDF Click Here
- Forgot Registration Number? Click Here
Critical Insight: Why Is This Recruitment Unique?
Unlike previous years where Graduate and Undergraduate posts were clubbed into a single notification (like CEN 01/2019), the RRB has separated them for the 2026 cycle:
- CEN 06/2025: Exclusively for Graduates (5,810 Posts).
- CEN 07/2025: Exclusively for Undergraduates (3,058 Posts).
What this means for you:
- Faster Process: With separate exams, the recruitment timeline is expected to be faster than the 2019 cycle.
- Specific Competition: You are competing only against graduates for these specific Level 4, 5, and 6 posts.
Note on Other Recruitments: Candidates should not confuse this with CEN 08/2025 (Isolated Categories), which is a separate notification for 311 specialized posts like Translators and Law Assistants, also active currently.
Step-by-Step: How to Check Application Status
Many candidates face issues logging in. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official portal
rrbapply.gov.in. - Click on the banner “Check Application Status for CEN 06/2025 (NTPC Graduate)”.
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- Solve the Captcha and click Login.
- View Status:
- Provisionally Accepted: You are eligible for the Admit Card.
- Rejected: The specific reason (e.g., Invalid Photo/Signature) will be displayed.
Requirements & Exam Pattern (CBT-1)
The CBT-1 is a screening round. Marks obtained here will not be added to the final merit list, but you must clear the high cut-offs to reach CBT-2.
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Total Questions: 100
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for every wrong answer.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Is the RRB NTPC 2026 Exam Date confirmed? A: The exam is tentatively scheduled for April 2026. The official date notice is expected in February/March 2026.
Q2: I applied for both Graduate and UG posts. Do I check status separately? A: Yes. CEN 06/2025 (Graduate) status is out now. CEN 07/2025 (UG) status will be released separately (likely February 2026).
Q3: My application is rejected. Can I modify it now? A: No, the modification window closed on December 9, 2025. Rejection at this stage is usually final unless RRB opens a special window (unlikely).
Q4: How many vacancies are there for Station Master? A: There are 615 vacancies for the post of Station Master across all RRBs.
Q5: What is the salary of a Goods Train Manager? A: The Goods Train Manager post is Level 5 (Basic Pay ₹29,200). With allowances (DA, HRA, Running Allowance), the in-hand salary often exceeds ₹45,000 – ₹50,000.
Disclaimer: This article relies on the official data from CEN 06/2025 and the latest updates from RRB websites as of January 2026. Always verify dates on rrbcdg.gov.in.