RRB Annual Recruitment Calendar 2026 – Official Notification
Published on December 15, 2025
RRB Annual Recruitment Calendar 2026 – Official Notification
The Ministry of Railways has released the Annual Calendar for RRB Recruitments 2026, covering ALP, Technician, NTPC, JE/DMS/CMA, Level-1, Paramedical, and other categories. Aspirants planning to apply for upcoming Railway exams must review the timelines carefully.
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RRB Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Published By | Ministry of Railways – Railway Board |
| Notification Date | 05 December 2025 |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Categories Included | ALP, Technicians, JE/DMS/CMA, NTPC (Graduate & Undergraduate), Paramedical, Level-1, Ministerial & Isolated, Section Controller |
| Mode of Recruitment | RRB-wise CEN Notifications |
| Nodal RRBs Assigned | Yes (Category-wise) |
| Official Source | Railway Board Communication |
Important Dates for RRB Recruitment Calendar 2026
The following dates are derived from the official annual schedule:
| Activity | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Assessment for Most Categories | Up to 30 June 2027 (Level-1 up to 31 Dec 2027) |
| OIRMS Vacancy Assessment | Dec 2025 – Aug 2026 |
| Indenting of Vacancies | Jan – Sept 2026 |
| Draft CEN Publication Proposal | Feb – Oct 2026 |
| Expected Release of Notifications (Category-wise) | 2026 as per calendar |
Annual Calendar for RRB Recruitments – 2026
| Period | Categories | Vacancy Assessment Upto | Assessment in OIRMS | Indenting in OIRMS | Draft CEN Proposal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | Assistant Loco Pilot | 30.06.2027 | Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 |
| Technicians | 30.06.2027 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | Mar 2026 | |
| Apr–Jun | Section Controller | 30.06.2027 | Feb 2026 | Mar 2026 | Apr 2026 |
| Jul–Sep | JE / DMS / CMA | 30.09.2027 | May–June 2026 | June–July 2026 | July 2026 |
| Paramedical Categories | — | — | — | — | |
| NTPC (Graduate & Undergraduate) | 30.09.2027 | June 2026 | July 2026 | Aug 2026 | |
| Oct–Dec | Ministerial & Isolated Categories | 31.12.2027 | Aug 2026 | Sept 2026 | Sept 2026 |
| Level – 1 | — | — | Sept 2026 | Oct 2026 |
Nodal RRBs Assigned for 2026 Recruitment
| Category | Nodal RRB |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | RRB Jammu |
| Technicians (Gr-I Signal & Grade-III) | RRB Thiruvananthapuram |
| JE / DMS / CMA | RRB Bhubaneswar |
| NTPC (Graduate) | RRB Prayagraj |
| NTPC (Undergraduate) | RRB Ahmedabad |
| Paramedical Categories | RRB Bilaspur |
| Level-1 | RRB Chandigarh |
| Ministerial & Isolated Categories | RRB Guwahati |
| Section Controller | RRB Mumbai |
How to Apply (General Process)
(Exact links will open when RRB releases category-wise CENs)
- Visit your regional RRB website.
- Open the Latest CEN Recruitment Notification.
- Read eligibility, vacancy details, and exam pattern.
- Click on Apply Online.
- Register with mobile number & email.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload required documents:
- Photo
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit and take a printout of the confirmation page.
Apply Online (Links Activate When Official Notifications Release)
| Category | Apply Link |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Apply Online (Coming Soon) |
| Technician | Apply Online (Coming Soon) |
| JE/DMS/CMA | Apply Online (Coming Soon) |
| NTPC Graduate | Apply Online (Coming Soon) |
| NTPC Undergraduate | Apply Online (Coming Soon) |
| Paramedical | Apply Online (Coming Soon) |
| Level-1 | Apply Online (Coming Soon) |
| Ministerial & Isolated | Apply Online (Coming Soon) |
| Section Controller | Apply Online (Coming Soon) |
FAQs – RRB Recruitment Calendar 2026
1. What is the RRB Annual Calendar 2026?
It is the official schedule released by the Railway Board showing when vacancies will be assessed and when RRBs will propose CEN notifications.
2. When will RRB ALP 2026 Notification be released?
As per the calendar, the draft CEN proposal for ALP is set for February 2026.
3. Are vacancies confirmed for 2026?
Vacancy assessment is ongoing. Final numbers will be announced in each CEN.
4. Which RRB will handle NTPC 2026 recruitment?
- Graduate NTPC: RRB Prayagraj
- Undergraduate NTPC: RRB Ahmedabad
5. Will Level-1 recruitment happen in 2026?
Yes. Its draft CEN is expected around October 2026.
6. Is this schedule confirmed?
Yes, it is based on an official Railway Board notification. Dates refer to internal processes but help estimate exam timelines.
Disclaimer
This post is based on the official Railway Board Annual Calendar 2026. For updates, visit your regional RRB website.