RRB NTPC (Graduate) Eligibility 2026
Who can apply for RRB NTPC (Graduate) in 2026 — the age limit, educational qualification, nationality and attempt rules as specified by Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Always confirm against the official notification before applying.
General eligibility (most Graduate NTPC posts)
- Age
- 18-36 years as on the notification reference date (this already includes the one-time +3-year relaxation carried over in CEN 05/2024). Further age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years, OBC (non-creamy layer) +3 years, PwD +10 years (UR) / +13 years (OBC) / +15 years (SC/ST), ex-servicemen as per rules.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Final-year students are NOT eligible — the degree must be in hand on the notification's cut-off date.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee who came before 1 Jan 1962 with intent to settle permanently, or person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries.
Post-specific notes
- Age
- Standard 18-36 years applies to most posts. Some posts (e.g., Goods Train Manager, Station Master) have specific medical category requirements (A-2, A-3) and visual standards.
- Education
- All Graduate NTPC posts need a Bachelor's degree. For Junior Account Assistant cum Typist and Senior Clerk-cum-Typist, a typing speed certificate (30 wpm English / 25 wpm Hindi on computer) is required at the Skill Test stage.
- Nationality
- Same as above.
RRB NTPC (Graduate) eligibility — common questions
What is the educational qualification for RRB NTPC (Graduate)?
Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Final-year students are NOT eligible — the degree must be in hand on the notification's cut-off date. That is for General eligibility (most Graduate NTPC posts); the other 1 post under this notification are listed in the table above.
What is the age limit for RRB NTPC (Graduate)?
18-36 years as on the notification reference date (this already includes the one-time +3-year relaxation carried over in CEN 05/2024). Further age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years, OBC (non-creamy layer) +3 years, PwD +10 years (UR) / +13 years (OBC) / +15 years (SC/ST), ex-servicemen as per rules.
Do I need to be an Indian citizen to apply for RRB NTPC (Graduate)?
Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee who came before 1 Jan 1962 with intent to settle permanently, or person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries.
Where should I confirm my RRB NTPC (Graduate) eligibility?
Always check against the official Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) notification — eligibility rules can change from one cycle to the next. The official links are at the bottom of this page.
Official sources
Every figure on this page traces back to the official notification. Rules change from cycle to cycle — confirm before you apply.
RRB Chandigarh (apex coordination) · Indian Railways Official Portal · RRB Mumbai · RRB Ahmedabad
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