The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Annual Recruitment Calendar for the year 2026. This calendar provides a clear month-wise roadmap for upcoming RRB notifications, including Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), Technician, NTPC, JE, Paramedical, Ministerial, and Level-1 (Group D) posts.
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This move by the Ministry of Railways, Government of India is a big relief for aspirants preparing for railway exams, as it helps them plan their preparation in advance.
Official Details of RRB Annual Calendar 2026
- Issued by: Railway Board, Ministry of Railways
- Date of Notice: 05 December 2025
- Applicable for: All Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Recruitment Year: 2026
The calendar mentions vacancy assessment timelines, approval schedules, and expected notification months for each category.
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RRB Recruitment 2026 – Category-Wise Schedule
1. Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
- Vacancy Assessment Up to: 30 June 2027
- Assessment in OIRMS: December 2025
- Vacancy Approval: January 2026
- Draft CEN Notification: February 2026
2. Technician
- Vacancy Assessment Up to: 30 June 2027
- Assessment in OIRMS: January 2026
- Vacancy Approval: February 2026
- Draft CEN Notification: March 2026
3. Section Controller
- Vacancy Assessment Up to: 30 June 2027
- Assessment in OIRMS: February 2026
- Vacancy Approval: March 2026
- Draft CEN Notification: April 2026
4. Junior Engineer (JE) / DMS / CMA
(Depot Material Superintendent / Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant)
- Vacancy Assessment Up to: 30 September 2027
- Assessment in OIRMS: May – June 2026
- Vacancy Approval: June – July 2026
- Draft CEN Notification: July 2026
5. Paramedical Categories
- Included in July – September 2026 cycle
- Notification expected along with JE-level posts
6. NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories)
Graduate Level (Levels 4, 5, 6)
Undergraduate Level (Levels 2, 3)
- Vacancy Assessment Up to: 30 September 2027
- Assessment in OIRMS: June 2026
- Vacancy Approval: July 2026
- Draft CEN Notification: August 2026
7. Ministerial & Isolated Categories
- Vacancy Assessment Up to: 31 December 2027
- Assessment in OIRMS: August 2026
- Vacancy Approval: September 2026
- Draft CEN Notification: September 2026
8. Level-1 (Group D)
- Vacancy Assessment Up to: 31 December 2027
- Assessment in OIRMS: August 2026
- Vacancy Approval: September 2026
- Draft CEN Notification: October 2026
Why This RRB Calendar Is Important for Aspirants?
- Confirms official notification timelines
- Helps in long-term preparation planning
- Reduces fake news & rumors
- Ensures transparency in railway recruitment
If you are preparing for RRB 2026 exams, this calendar is your most reliable source.
What Should Students Do Now?
- Start early preparation based on your target post
- Focus on syllabus + previous year papers
- Keep documents ready (educational, category, domicile)
- Follow official updates only
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Final Words
The release of the RRB Annual Calendar 2026 marks the beginning of a well-planned railway recruitment cycle. Aspirants should use this opportunity to prepare smartly and stay ahead of the competition.
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