RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025: Apply for 3,058 Vacancies Now

The Railway Recruitment Board has announced the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025, inviting applications for 3,058 vacancies for 12th pass candidates. The application window opens on October 28, 2025, and closes on November 27, 2025. Positions include Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk, and more. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including age limits and educational qualifications. The selection process involves two Computer-Based Tests followed by a typing skill test. Learn how to apply and secure your chance for a railway job.

By Ambika Singh Oct 28, 2025, 13:03 IST

RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025: Apply for 3,058 Vacancies Now

Exciting News for Railway Job Aspirants

New Delhi: For those dreaming of a government job in the railway sector, there is significant news. The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has opened online applications for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) recruitment for 2025. A total of 3,058 vacancies have been announced for candidates who have completed their 12th grade. The application process will commence on October 28, 2025, and will remain open until November 27, 2025, on the official website rrbapply.gov.in.

This year's recruitment includes positions such as Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk-cum-Typist, Junior Clerk-cum-Typist, and Train Clerk. Compared to last year's 3,445 positions, the number of vacancies has slightly decreased to 3,058 this time.

Details of Vacancies

Available Positions

Ticket Clerk: 2,424

Accounts Clerk-cum-Typist: 394

Junior Clerk-cum-Typist: 163

Train Clerk: 77

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must have passed the 12th grade from a recognized board with at least 50% marks. However, this 50% criterion does not apply to candidates from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Persons with Disabilities. For typing-based positions, applicants must have a minimum typing speed of 30 words per minute in English or 25 words per minute in Hindi.

Age Limit

Age Requirements

Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old as of January 1, 2026.

There will be a relaxation of 5 years for candidates from Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and 3 years for Other Backward Classes.

Selection Process

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process will consist of two stages of Computer-Based Tests (CBT 1 and CBT 2), followed by a typing skill test for the relevant positions.

CBT 1: 90 minutes, 100 questions (40 General Awareness, 30 Mathematics, 30 Reasoning).

CBT 2: 90 minutes, 120 questions (50 General Awareness, 35 Mathematics, 35 Reasoning).

Candidates will be shortlisted for CBT 2 based on 15 times the number of vacancies. After CBT 2, shortlisted candidates for clerical positions will undergo a typing test.

Application Fee

Fee Structure

The application fee is set at ₹500 for General and OBC candidates. Those who appear for CBT 1 will receive a refund of ₹400 after the exam. For SC, ST, women, EWS, and disabled candidates, the fee is ₹250, which will be fully refunded after participating in CBT 1.

How to Apply for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025

Application Steps

Visit the official website rrbapply.gov.in.

Select your preferred RRB region on the homepage.

Click on 'Apply Online for RRB NTPC 2025.'

Register using your name, email ID, and mobile number to create login credentials.

Log in and fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and communication details.

Upload required documents - photograph, signature, and certificates in the specified format.

Pay the application fee online (via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking).

Review all details carefully and click 'Submit.'

Download the application form for future reference and take a printout.