Railway Jobs 2026 – All Latest Railway Recruitment Notifications

Last Updated: 13 June 2026

Railway Jobs are among the most preferred government jobs in India. Indian Railways recruits candidates every year for Group D, NTPC, ALP, Technician, Junior Engineer (JE) and Apprentice posts through Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) and Railway Recruitment Cells (RRCs). Employees get railway passes, free medical facilities, job security and promotions through departmental exams. Candidates from 10th pass to Graduation level can apply. Age limit is 18 to 36 years with relaxation for reserved categories.

This page is updated daily with the latest Railway recruitment notifications, exam dates, admit cards, answer keys and results.

 

Latest Updates

 

Latest Railway Recruitment 2026

 

Railway Admit Card & Exam Dates 2026

  • RRB CEN 06/2025 NTPC CBT-2 Examination Date 2026 Out
    RRB has announced the NTPC Graduate Level exam (CEN 06/2025) schedule for 2026. The CBT-2 exam will be held in 2026. Admit card will be released before the exam on the official RRB website.
  • RRB NTPC UG Level Exam City Details Out
    Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Exam City Slip and Admit Card for NTPC 10+2 Undergraduate (12th Level) CEN 07/2025 Recruitment 2026.

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    Railway Answer Key 2026

     

    Railway Result 2026

     

    Railway Jobs Salary Structure 2026

    Post Level Salary / Month Qualification
    Group D Level 1 ₹18,000 – ₹22,000 10th / ITI
    Apprentice Stipend ₹6,000 – ₹9,000 10th + ITI
    ALP Level 2 ₹19,900 – ₹35,000 10th + ITI / Diploma
    Technician Level 2 ₹19,900 – ₹35,000 ITI / Diploma
    NTPC UG Level 2–3 ₹19,900 – ₹25,500 12th Pass
    NTPC Graduate Level 5–6 ₹25,500 – ₹35,400 Graduation
    Junior Engineer (JE) Level 6 ₹35,400 – ₹44,900 Diploma / B.Tech

    * Gross salary is higher after HRA, DA and Travel Allowance as per 7th Pay Commission.

     

    Railway Recruitment Process 2026

    1. Computer Based Test (CBT) – Stage I: Online objective test covering General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and General Awareness.
    2. Computer Based Test (CBT) – Stage II: Advanced stage exam covering technical and subject-specific knowledge depending on the post.
    3. Skill / Aptitude / Typing Test: Required for specific posts – Station Master (aptitude), Junior Clerk (typing), ALP (Computer Based Aptitude Test).
    4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Mandatory for Group D posts only. Involves running and weight lifting tasks. Qualifying in nature.
    5. Document Verification (DV): Original certificates for age, qualification, category and identity are verified.
    6. Medical Examination: Final stage. Medical fitness checked as per Railway medical standards.

    For Apprentice recruitment, selection is based on merit list from 10th and ITI marks only. No written examination is conducted.

     

    Why Railway Jobs Are Popular in India

    • Permanent Job Security: Government confirmed permanent employment with strong job protection.
    • Competitive Salary: 7th Pay Commission scales plus DA, HRA and other allowances.
    • Free Rail Travel: Free railway passes for employee and family members.
    • Free Medical Benefits: Free medical facilities for employee and dependents at Railway hospitals.
    • Promotion Opportunities: Structured departmental promotions and clear career growth path.
    • Pension & Retirement Benefits: NPS-linked retirement benefit scheme for all Railway employees.

     

    Railway Jobs by Zone 2026 – Coming Soon

     

    Upcoming Railway Government Jobs 2026

     

    How to Apply for Railway Jobs 2026

    1. Visit the official RRB or RRC website for the relevant railway zone.
    2. Open the latest recruitment notification and read all instructions carefully.
    3. Click on the online application link and complete the registration process.
    4. Fill the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details.
    5. Upload required documents including photograph, signature and certificates.
    6. Pay the application fee online as per your category.
    7. Submit the form and take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.

     

    Railway Exam Preparation

     

    Railway Jobs 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions

    Q1. Who can apply for Railway Jobs 2026?

    Candidates with 10th pass, 12th pass, ITI, Diploma and Graduation qualifications can apply depending on the specific recruitment notification. Indian citizens aged between 18 to 36 years with category-wise age relaxation are eligible for most Railway posts.

    Q2. What is the age limit for Railway Recruitment 2026?

    The general age limit is 18 to 36 years. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation, OBC (NCL) get 3 years and PwBD candidates get 10 years relaxation. Age limit may vary depending on the post.

    Q3. Which Railway job has the highest salary?

    RRB Junior Engineer (JE) posts offer the highest salary ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹44,900 per month at Level 6 plus allowances. Station Master and certain NTPC Graduate posts also offer competitive salaries at Level 5–6.

    Q4. What is the Railway Group D selection process?

    Railway Group D selection involves four stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination. CBT has 100 questions covering General Science, Mathematics, GI & Reasoning and General Awareness.

    Q5. How to apply for Railway Apprentice 2026?

    Candidates can apply online through the official RRC or Railway Zone website. Selection is based on a merit list from Matriculation (10th) and ITI marks only. No written examination is conducted.

    Q6. What is RRB NTPC 2026?

    RRB NTPC stands for Non-Technical Popular Categories recruitment. It is conducted at two levels – Graduate Level (Station Master, Goods Guard, Senior Commercial Clerk) and Undergraduate Level (Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk Typist, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk).

    Q7. Can ITI students apply for Railway Jobs?

    Yes, ITI certificate holders can apply for ALP, Technician, Group D and Apprentice posts. The ITI trade must match the notified trade requirement.

    Q8. How many total Railway vacancies are available in 2026?

    Major recruitments in 2026 include 11,127 ALP posts, 5,349 Western Railway Apprentice posts and SECR Raipur Apprentice vacancies. More notifications including RRB Group D and RRB NTPC are expected. Total vacancies in 2026 are expected to cross 50,000 across all zones.

     

    Q9. Which Railway jobs are available after 12th pass?

    After 12th pass, candidates can apply for RRB NTPC Undergraduate posts such as Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist and Commercial cum Ticket Clerk. These posts fall under Level 2 and Level 3 pay matrix with salary starting from ₹19,900 per month.

    Q10. Is Railway Group D a permanent government job?

    Yes, Railway Group D is a permanent central government job. Selected candidates are confirmed after a probation period and are entitled to all government benefits including pension under NPS, medical facilities, travel passes and job security under Railway Service Rules.

    Q11. Can final year students apply for Railway Jobs 2026?

    It depends on the specific recruitment notification. For most RRB posts, candidates must have completed the required qualification at the time of applying. Some notifications allow final year students to apply provisionally but the degree must be completed before document verification. Always check the official notification carefully.

     

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