RRB Exam Calendar 2026 Released: Check NTPC, ALP, JE & Latest Railway Exam Dates

The RRB Exam Calendar 2026 was officially updated on 13th June 2026 following a high-level review chaired by Union Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw on 12th June 2026. Having successfully recruited 43,781 candidates in FY 2025-26, Indian Railways has now released the revised exam schedule for RRB NTPC, ALP, JE, and Section Controller. View the latest recruitment status and exam timeline below.

RRB Exam Calendar 2026: Key Highlights

During the review meeting, the Railway Minister emphasized the need for greater transparency, operational accuracy, and a streamlined, faster execution of the entire railway recruitment process.

RRB Exam Calendar 2026 Out (Ongoing Exams)

The comprehensive RRB calendar covers schedules for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), Technicians, Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC), Group D Level 1, Section Controller, Paramedical, Ministerial & Isolated Categories, Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant. Locate your specific post to align your exam preparation accordingly.

RRB Recruitment Progress FY 2025-26 (Completed Cycles)

Indian Railways has successfully concluded the recruitment cycle for CEN 2024, filling 43,781 positions out of the 47,084 total notified vacancies.

Nodal RRBs for Railway Recruitment 2026

For every recruitment category, a specific Railway Recruitment Board acts as the “Nodal RRB,” managing all coordination and administrative tasks for 2026. The official list, as designated by the Ministry of Railways, is detailed below:

RRB Calendar 2026 PDF

The Ministry of Railways has released the RRB Exam Calendar 2026 to help Zonal Railways and Production Units accurately project vacancy requirements for the upcoming year. You can download the official RRB Exam Calendar 2026 PDF to view detailed insights into all railway exams scheduled for the 2026-27 financial year.

Download RRB Exam Calendar 2026 PDF

Upcoming RRB Exams 2026

Indian Railways has officially announced the roadmap for upcoming competitive exams throughout 2026. Below are the key recruitments scheduled for the 2026-27 financial year.

RRB ALP 2026: The selection for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) involves CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, and document verification. The notification is expected in February 2026, offering significant recruitment opportunities for candidates holding matriculation degrees.

RRB Technician 2026: Selection will be determined by performance in a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by medical examination and document verification. The official notification is scheduled for release in March 2026.

RRB Section Controller 2026: The notification for Section Controller recruitment is expected in April 2026. The selection process consists of CBT, CBAT, document verification, and medical evaluation.

RRB Paramedical 2026: The Railways will issue notifications for various Paramedical staff positions in July 2026. The recruitment process includes a Computer-Based Test, document verification, and a mandatory medical fitness exam.

RRB NTPC 2026: The Railway Non-Technical Popular Categories exam caters to both graduate and undergraduate candidates. The Board is set to release the RRB NTPC Notification 2026 in August 2026.

RRB Group D 2026 – This recruitment covers Level 1 posts, including Assistant roles and Track Maintainers. Selection will involve a Computer-Based Test, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Document Verification. The official notification is slated for October 2026.