Overview
The Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway has released the centre-wise candidate list for the 2026 General Departmental Competitive Examination computer-based test, or GDCE CBT. The notice enables eligible departmental candidates to check their allotted examination centre and candidate details; the total number of posts is not specified in the centre-wise notification and remains governed by the original recruitment notice.
Candidates should verify their name, roll number, exam centre, reporting time and post details carefully. This is an examination-related update and does not constitute a fresh recruitment announcement.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway |
| Post Name | Various posts under GDCE |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the centre-wise notice |
| Application Mode | Online, as per the original GDCE notification |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA in the original recruitment record |
| Last Date | TBA in the original recruitment record |
| Exam Date | As mentioned in the 2026 centre-wise list or admit card |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates must rely on the date and shift printed against their details in the official list or admit card. They should also monitor the recruitment portal for any change in the examination schedule.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Eligibility varies according to the GDCE post selected in the original application.
- The minimum requirement for certain railway technical posts may include Class 10 with ITI or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- Other posts may require Class 12, a diploma, engineering qualification or graduation in the relevant discipline.
- Applicants must have possessed the prescribed qualification by the cut-off date mentioned in the original notification.
- GDCE recruitment is generally restricted to eligible serving railway employees covered by the relevant departmental rules.
Age Limit
- The applicable age limit is post-specific and must be checked in the original GDCE notification.
- Age is calculated on the cut-off date notified by RRC Northern Railway.
- Relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and other eligible categories is applicable under railway and Central Government rules.
- Appearance in the candidate list remains provisional and is subject to verification of service and eligibility records.
Fees
- The centre-wise list does not require payment of any fresh application or examination fee.
- Candidates should refer to the original recruitment notice for information about any fee applicable at the application stage.
- No payment should be made through unofficial websites, messages or payment links.
Selection Process
The selection procedure may vary by post, but the recruitment process is generally expected to include:
- Computer-Based Test: Candidates answer objective questions based on the notified syllabus, technical subject, reasoning, mathematics and general awareness, as applicable.
- Aptitude, skill or document verification: Shortlisted candidates may undergo a computer-based aptitude test, skill test or document verification depending on the post.
- Medical examination and final empanelment: Candidates must meet the prescribed railway medical standard before inclusion in the final panel.
Qualifying in the CBT does not by itself guarantee selection. Final appointment or promotion is subject to merit, vacancy availability, eligibility verification and medical fitness.
How to Apply
The current release is a centre-wise examination list, and fresh applications are not being invited through this notice. Candidates who applied under the relevant GDCE cycle can check their status by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRC Northern Railway recruitment portal.
- Open the section for GDCE recruitment, notices or candidate lists on the homepage.
- Select the link for the 2026 GDCE CBT centre-wise candidate list.
- Download the relevant examination-centre PDF or open the candidate search facility, if provided.
- Search using the registration number, roll number, employee ID or name.
- Note the allotted centre, exam city, date, shift and reporting time.
- Download the admit card separately when activated and print a clear copy.
- Carry the admit card, valid photo identification and any departmental identity card required in the instructions.
Candidates must not request a centre change unless the official notice specifically provides a correction or grievance window.
Important Links
FAQs
1. What has RRC Northern Railway released?
It has released the centre-wise candidate list for the 2026 GDCE CBT, containing examination-centre and candidate-related details.
2. Is this a new recruitment application notice?
No. The update is meant for candidates who had already applied under the relevant GDCE recruitment cycle.
3. What should a candidate do if the details are incorrect?
The candidate should promptly use the official contact or grievance facility and retain copies of the application, employee record and downloaded centre list for reference.
