RRC NCR GDCE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 656 Vacancies
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- Total Posts
- 656
- Last Date
- 30 Oct 2026
- 20 days left
- Age Limit
- 18 – 42 years
Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway has invited online applications for 656 posts under the General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) 2026. Eligible regular serving railway employees can submit their applications online starting 1 October 2026 until 30 October 2026. Openings include Assistant Loco Pilot, Technician, Junior Engineer, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, and Junior Clerk cum Typist across Pay Levels 2 to 6.
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Central Railway (NCR) has released GDCE Notification No. RRC/NCR/GDCE - 01/2026. This recruitment drive offers serving employees of North Central Railway a departmental pathway to transition into safety and higher-grade posts across multiple technical and non-technical categories.
Important Dates
| Date of Publication | 28 Sep 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 01 Oct 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 Oct 2026 |
Age Limit
18 – 42 years(as on 01 Jan 2027)
Upper age limit is 42 years for UR, 45 years for OBC, and 47 years for SC/ST candidates
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot UR 245, OBC 112, SC 49, ST 22 | 428 | Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI/Act Apprenticeship in relevant trades OR Diploma/Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering |
| Technician - I (Signal / Telecom) UR 3, OBC 2, SC 0, ST 0 | 5 | B.Sc. / Diploma / Degree in Engineering in Physics / Electronics / Computer Science / IT / Instrumentation |
| Technician - III (Various Trades) UR 33, OBC 13, SC 6, ST 4 | 56 | Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI/Act Apprenticeship in relevant trade OR 10+2 with Physics and Maths for Sig & Tele |
| Junior Engineer (All Departments) UR 37, OBC 14, SC 7, ST 2 | 60 | Three years Diploma in Engineering OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering in relevant discipline |
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk UR 65, OBC 8, SC 18, ST 13 | 104 | 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in aggregate |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist UR 1, OBC 1, SC 1, ST 0 | 3 | 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in aggregate with typing proficiency in English/Hindi |
Eligibility
- Eligible regular and serving railway employees (except RPF/RPSF) having lien in North Central Railway
- No minimum service condition prescribed as per RBE 72/2024
- Employees working in lower grade or same grade (Non-Safety to Safety or Safety to Safety)
- Candidates waiting for final results of prescribed qualifications are not eligible
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay Level-2, Level-3, Level-5, and Level-6 as per 7th CPC depending on the post
Calculate in-hand salary →Selection Process
- 1Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)→
- 2Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) / Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) (where applicable)→
- 3Document Verification→
- 4Medical Examination
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official website of RRC/NCR at www.rrcpryj.org
- 2Click on the registration link for GDCE Notification No. RRC/NCR/GDCE/01/2026
- 3Fill personal and service information to register
- 4Log in and fill post preferences and exam group/trade details
- 5Upload required scanned documents including photograph, signature, certificates, and Employee Service Certificate (Annexure-I)
- 6Submit the application online before the closing date
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Should You Apply?
This departmental drive provides a major promotion avenue for serving NCR employees. With Assistant Loco Pilot offering the largest share of openings (428 out of 656 vacancies), candidates holding ITI, Diploma, or Degree qualifications in relevant engineering fields have a solid chance of selection. In line with RBE 72/2024, there is no minimum service period required, which significantly benefits recently appointed regular employees. However, RPF/RPSF staff are not eligible to apply. Applicants targeting ALP must also prepare for the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), while those opting for clerical roles need to ensure English or Hindi typing proficiency for the typing skill test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for RRC NCR GDCE 2026?+
The online application portal remains open until 30 October 2026 at 23:59 hrs.
Who is eligible to apply for this GDCE recruitment?+
Only regular and serving railway employees (excluding RPF/RPSF personnel) holding a lien in North Central Railway are eligible to apply.
What is the age limit for applicants?+
The age limit as on 1 January 2027 is 18 to 42 years for Unreserved candidates, 45 years for OBC candidates, and 47 years for SC/ST candidates.
Is there any application fee for NCR GDCE 2026?+
No application fee has been prescribed for applying to these departmental posts.
What is the selection process for these posts?+
The selection process comprises a single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by a Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) or Typing Skill Test (where applicable), Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
Questions & Answers
Information is taken from the official notification. Always verify on the official website before applying.