The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially rolled out the Non-Technical Popular Category (NTPC) recruitment cycle. Aspiring candidates looking to build a career in the Indian Railways can review comprehensive updates, timeline milestones, and eligibility standards through the RRB NTPC Notification 2025. The application process is fully digital, and candidates are encouraged to submit their forms promptly via https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.
For broader insights regarding upcoming timelines, you can check the RRB NTPC UG Exam Date 2026 Released - Click to Check Latest Updates. A deep dive into the official numbers reveals a robust opening for career aspirants. For detailed information on the distribution, read the RRB NTPC Notification 2025: Official Details for 8,868 Vacancies.
RRB NTPC 2025 Vacancy Breakdown & Notifications
The total recruitment drive features 8,868 openings split between undergraduate and graduate levels. Under CEN 06/2025, graduate-level positions encompass roles such as Station Master, Goods Train Manager, and Senior Clerk, featuring 5,810 vacancies. Meanwhile, CEN 07/2025 addresses the undergraduate tier with 3,058 vacancies targeting roles like Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Junior Clerk cum Typist (requiring a minimum 12th/+2 stage pass certificate).
Important Schedule & Timeline
| Activities | Under Graduates (CEN-07/2025) | Graduates (CEN 06/2025) |
|---|---|---|
| RRB NTPC Notification 2025 | 29th September 2025 | 20th October 2025 |
| RRB NTPC Apply Online Start Date | 28th October 2025 | 21st October 2025 |
| Last Date To Apply Online | 4th December 2025 (11:59 pm) | 27th November 2025 (11:59 pm) |
| Last Date for Application fee payment for the submitted applications | 6th December 2025 | 29th November 2025 |
| Application Form Corrections | 7th to 16th December 2025 | 30th November to 9th December 2025 |
| Scribe details submission in the application portal | 17th to 21st December 2025 | 10th to 14th December 2025 |
Application Fee Structure & Refund Policy
Candidates can complete fee payments securely using a debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI. The structure varies by category:
| Categories | Application Fee | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| For General/OBC | Rs. 500/- | Out of this fee of Rs 500, an amount of Rs 400 shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges, on appearing in 1st Stage CBT. |
| For SC/ST/PWD/Women/Ex-Sm/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward | Rs. 250/- | The fee of Rs 250 shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges as applicable on appearing in 1st Stage CBT. |
Steps for RRB NTPC Apply Online 2025
- Visit the official website https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.
- Click on "Apply>>Create Account" appearing on the top side of the homepage.
- If you already have an account, log in using your User Name and Password. If you are a new user, enter all personal details as asked.
- On submitting the primary details, OTPs shall be sent to the registered mobile number and email. On successful OTP activation, a Registration Number will be generated and sent to the registered email ID and mobile number.
- Candidates can proceed with the online application by clicking on the "Candidate Login" button on the Home Page using the Registration Number and password.
- In Part I of the application page, provide the details of Educational Qualification, Community i.e. UR/OBC (NCL)/SC/ST/EWS, Gender, Religion, Ex SM, PwBD, Minority, Economically Backward Class and Age Relaxation eligibility category as applicable and other details. On completion of the application details as above, the candidate will be directed to the payment page to choose the payment mode.
- In Part II of the application page, the candidate has to indicate their priority/preference for the posts and languages.
- The candidate will be automatically directed to the “Photo and Signature Upload” part of the application. The image should be in JPG/JPEG format, scanned with 100 DPI resolution. The dimension of the photograph is 35mmX45mm or 320 x 240 pixels with size 30 kb to 70 kb, and the dimension of the signature are 50 mm x 20 mm or 140 x 60 pixels with a size 30 kb to 70 kb.
- Confirm the declaration and submit your RRB NTPC Application Form before the due date.
To proceed directly to registration and submission, candidates can use the link: Click Here to Apply Online for RRB NTPC Graduate & UG Recruitment 2025.
RRB NTPC Graduate Form Correction Details Allowed
If corrections are necessary during the designated window (such as the Graduate Form Correction Window held between 23rd November and 2nd December 2025 with a non-refundable fee of Rs. 250 per correction), candidates can update specific fields:
- Candidate’s name (spelling corrections)
- Date of birth
- Father’s/Mother’s name (minor spelling corrections)
- Category and community certificate details
- Educational qualification details
- Communication address
- Exam language preference
- Photograph and signature (if rejected)
- Gender (with valid proof)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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