RRB NTPC Fee Refund 2026: Bank Account Rectification Window Open for CEN 05/2024

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially initiated the examination fee refund process for eligible candidates who appeared in the First Stage CBT for the NTPC (Graduate) recruitment under CEN 05/2024. For individuals whose initial refund transactions encountered failures, the boards have established a specific procedure to rectify and update bank account information to ensure successful transfers.

Understanding the RRB NTPC Fee Refund Structure

As part of the CEN 05/2024 examination guidelines, candidates who participated in the 1st Stage CBT are eligible for fee reimbursements. However, transaction discrepancies have blocked payments for several applicants. Affected candidates will receive an official notification via SMS and registered email on June 2nd, 2026, alerting them of the transaction failure.

Refund Amount Breakdown by Category

• General/OBC Category: Paid Rs. 500, refunded Rs. 400/- after deduction of bank charges.
• SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-Servicemen/Minority/EBC Categories: Paid Rs. 250/-, refunded Rs. 250/-.

Steps by Step process to bank account details for RRB NTPC Fee Transition

1. Visit the official website of your regional RRB.
2. On the homepage of RRB, candidates have to click on the Bank Account Rectification Link under the CEN 05/2024 notification section.
3. It is manadatory for candidates to verify their Aadhaar number.
4. Now, the candidate’s Aadhaar-linked bank account is displayed for confirmation.
5. If the candidate’s bank account is not linked to Aadhaar, candidates are redirected to the NPCI portal to link one before returning to complete the process.
6. Candidates can submit a family member’s Aadhaar-linked bank account for the refund procedure.

Next Steps for Candidates

Once you have successfully updated your bank details using the Bank Account Rectification Link—which remains open from June 3rd to June 12th, 2026—ensure that your details match correctly with the NPCI database. Keep an eye on further updates regarding upcoming selection stages and preparation materials from the Railway Recruitment Boards.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the timeline for the RRB NTPC fee refund bank account rectification?

The Bank Account Rectification Link on official regional websites is open from June 3rd to June 12th, 2026, for candidates who experienced transaction failures.

How will candidates with failed transactions be notified?

Affected candidates will receive an official notification regarding failed transactions via SMS and registered email starting on June 2nd, 2026.

What is the refund amount for General and OBC candidates under CEN 05/2024?

General and OBC candidates who paid Rs. 500/- will receive a refund of Rs. 400/- after standard bank charge deductions, provided they appeared in the 1st Stage CBT.

Do SC, ST, PwBD, and female candidates get a full refund?

Yes, candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, Female, Ex-Servicemen, Minority, and EBC categories receive a full refund of the Rs. 250/- application fee paid.

Can I use a family member's bank account for the refund?

Yes, candidates can submit a family member’s Aadhaar-linked bank account during the refund procedure if required.