Railway Recruitments 2026: Over 8,500 Vacancies Announced Across Four Active Openings
· GlobeWire Daily Careers Desk · Source: navbharattimes.indiatimes.com

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| Update type | Sarkari Naukri |
|---|---|
| Report date | 2026-11-07 |
| Important dates | Application Last Date:** November 27, 2026 |
| Eligibility & age | Indian Railways has active application windows open for multiple recruitment drives, offering over 8,500 total vacancies across various categories including Station Master, Apprentice, and Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) for both graduate and 12th-grade candidates. Applic |
| Posts & vacancies | Indian Railways has active application windows open for multiple recruitment drives, offering over 8,500 total vacancies across various categories including Station Master, Apprentice, and Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) for both graduate and 12th-grade candidates. Applic |
| Application fee | Application Fee:** ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates; Exempt for SC/ST/PH and female candidates |
| Selection process | Selection Stages:** CBT-1, CBT-2, Document Verification, Medical Test |
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Railway Recruitment Overview
Indian Railways has active application windows open for multiple recruitment drives, offering over 8,500 total vacancies across various categories including Station Master, Apprentice, and Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) for both graduate and 12th-grade candidates. Applicants are advised to review eligibility criteria, age limits, and important dates carefully before submitting applications through official portals.
1. Railway Station Master Recruitment 2026
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have issued an independent notification for Station Master positions.
- Issuing Authority: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Notification ID / Reference: Not specified
- Vacancies: 1,265
- Eligibility: Graduation from a recognized university
- Age Limit: 20 to 33 years (Relaxation for reserved categories applies as per rules)
- Salary: ₹35,400
- Application Start Date: October 27, 2026
- Application Last Date: November 27, 2026
- Selection Stages: Not specified in the current announcement details
- Official Portal: www.rrbapply.gov.in
2. Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) Ajmer has announced apprentice training seats for candidates seeking vocational experience.
- Issuing Authority: Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Ajmer
- Notification ID / Reference: Not specified
- Vacancies: 2,008
- Eligibility: 10th pass with ITI in the relevant trade
- Age Limit: 15 to 24 years (Relaxation for reserved categories applies)
- Application Fee: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates; Exempt for SC/ST/PH and female candidates
- Application Last Date: November 22, 2026
- Selection Stages: Not specified
- Official Portal: www.rrcjaipur.in
3. Railway NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026
Applications are open for graduate-level non-technical posts such as Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Goods Train Manager, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, and Senior Clerk cum Typist.
- Issuing Authority: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Notification ID / Reference: Not specified
- Vacancies: 3,548
- Eligibility: Graduate degree
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 years (Relaxation for reserved categories applies)
- Salary: Basic pay ranges from ₹29,200 to ₹35,400 depending on the post
- Application Last Date: November 8, 2026
- Correction Window: November 9 to November 18, 2026
- Selection Stages: CBT-1, CBT-2, Document Verification, Medical Test
- Official Portal: www.rrbapply.gov.in
4. Railway NTPC 12th Level (Undergraduate) Recruitment 2026
Openings for undergraduate candidates include roles such as Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, and Train Clerk.
- Issuing Authority: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Notification ID / Reference: Not specified
- Vacancies: 1,688
- Eligibility: 12th pass from a recognized board
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years
- Salary: Basic pay ranges from ₹19,900 to ₹21,700 depending on the post
- Application Last Date: November 13, 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: November 15, 2026
- Selection Stages: CBT-1, CBT-2, Document Verification, Medical Test
- Official Portal: www.rrbapply.gov.in
*Status of results, admit cards, and answer keys is Not specified as these recruitment processes are currently in the application phase. Candidates must verify all details directly from the respective official RRB and RRC websites before applying.*
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