Latest Railway Jobs 2026 in India – RRB Recruitment, Railway Vacancy, Apprentice & Metro Rail Notifications. Indian Railway Recruitment 2026 brings excellent career opportunities for freshers and experienced candidates across India. Every year, Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Railway Zones, Metro Rail Corporations, and Railway PSUs release thousands of vacancies for Group C, Group D, NTPC, ALP, Technician, Junior Engineer, Apprentice, RPF, Station Master, Clerk, Ticket Collector, and many other posts.
✅ Latest Railway Jobs 2026 Notifications List – 13250 Vacancies in May 2026
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Post Names – Total Vacancies |
Last Date |
Notifications |
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Assistant Loco Pilot - 11127 |
15/05/2026 to 14/06/2026 |
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Apprentices - 1644 |
04/06/2026 |
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Non Executive Posts - 383 |
28/05/2026 |
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Site Engineer (Civil / Electrical) - 40 |
22/05/2026 |
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Manager Level Posts - 06 |
15/05/0226 |
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Assistant Manager, Executive Posts – 03 |
26/05/2026 |
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Individual Consultant - 44 |
26/05/2026 |
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Executive / Assistant Manager (Finance) - 03 |
26/05/2026 |
✅ Railway Exams Conducted in India
- RRB NTPC Recruitment
- RRB Group D Recruitment
- RRB JE Recruitment
- RRB ALP Recruitment
- RPF Constable Recruitment
- RPF SI Recruitment
- Railway Paramedical Recruitment
- Railway Ministerial & Isolated Categories Recruitment
These examinations are among the most searched government job notifications in India due to high salary packages, job security, allowances, pension benefits, and career growth opportunities.
✅ Qualification for Railway Jobs
- 10th Pass
- 12th Pass / Higher Secondary
- ITI Certificate
- Diploma
- Any Degree
- Engineering Degree
- Post Graduate Qualification
Technical and non-technical jobs are available for both male and female candidates in Indian Railways.
✅ Types of Railway Jobs in India
✔ Group A Railway Jobs: Recruitment through UPSC examinations for high-level administrative and engineering services.
✔ Group B Railway Jobs: Promotional category posts for existing railway employees.
✔ Group C Railway Jobs: Includes Clerk, Station Master, Ticket Collector, Commercial Apprentice, JE, Technician, and engineering posts.
✔ Group D Railway Jobs: Includes Track Maintainer, Helper, Assistant Pointsman, Safaiwala, Peon, and support staff vacancies.
✔ Other Railway Vacancies:
- Apprentice Jobs
- Sports Quota Jobs
- Cultural Quota Jobs
- Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment
- Metro Rail Recruitment
✅ Railway Reservation Categories
- SC / ST Quota
- OBC Quota
- EWS Reservation
- Ex-Servicemen Quota
- Sports Quota
- PwBD / Divyang Quota
- Cultural Quota
- Nursing Quota
Eligible candidates can avail age relaxation, fee concession, and reservation benefits according to government rules.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the most popular railway jobs in India?
Popular railway jobs include ALP, Station Master, JE, NTPC, Technician, RPF Constable, Ticket Collector, and Group D posts.
Can 10th and 12th pass candidates apply for railway jobs?
Yes. Indian Railways regularly recruits 10th Pass, ITI, and 12th Pass candidates for Group D, Apprentice, Technician, Clerk, and Assistant posts.
Which is the best railway job?
RRB NTPC, Station Master, ALP, Junior Engineer, and Group A Engineering Services are considered among the best railway careers in India.
How many railway vacancies are released every year?
Indian Railways releases more than one lakh vacancies annually across different zones and departments.
How to apply for Railway Recruitment 2026?
Candidates should check the latest railway notification, verify eligibility criteria, complete online registration, upload required documents, and submit the application form before the deadline.