RRB NTPC 2026 eligibility differs by post level. Graduate level posts require graduation; UG level posts require Class 12. The age window is 18–30 years for most posts with standard category relaxations.
Post-Wise Qualification Requirements
| Post | Qualification | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Station Master | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline | Level 6 |
| Goods Guard | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline | Level 5 |
| Senior Commercial & Traffic Assistant | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline | Level 5 |
| Junior Account Assistant-cum-Typist | Bachelor's Degree + Typing Speed (English 30 wpm / Hindi 25 wpm) | Level 4 |
| Senior Clerk-cum-Typist | Bachelor's Degree + Typing Speed | Level 4 |
| Commercial-cum-Ticket Clerk | Class 12 (10+2) in any stream | Level 3 |
| Junior Clerk-cum-Typist | Class 12 + Typing Speed (English 30 wpm / Hindi 25 wpm) | Level 2 |
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18–30 years (most posts); some posts up to 33 |
| OBC (NCL) | Up to 33 years (+3) |
| SC / ST | Up to 35 years (+5) |
| PwD (General) | Up to 40 years (+10) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government norms |
Nationality & Other Criteria
- Must be a citizen of India (or Nepal/Bhutan subject/PoI with Government certificate)
- Must be medically fit for the post applied (railway medical standards apply)
- Station Master candidates must pass CBAT (aptitude test) – colourblindness disqualifies