RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 07/2026 for recruitment to various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) â Undergraduate posts in Indian Railways.
A total of 1,688 vacancies have been notified under this recruitment drive. The vacancies are available for Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk Cum Typist, Junior Clerk Cum Typist and Trains Clerk posts.
The online application process will start on 15 October 2026 and eligible candidates can submit their applications online up to 13 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification by the last date of application. The selection process will consist of 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification and Medical Examination, as applicable to the post.
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)RRB NTPC Undergraduate (UG) Recruitment 2026Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 07/2026Short Details of Notification |
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RRB NTPC UG Important Dates 2026
The dates for the Computer Based Tests, Document Verification and Medical Examination will be communicated separately through the official RRB website. |
RRB NTPC UG Application Fee 2026The application fee depends upon the candidate’s category.
The refund is made after deduction of applicable bank charges.
Important EBC Information: Candidates should not confuse EBC with OBC or EWS. According to the notification, EBC candidates seeking fee concession must have a valid: EBC Certificate, BPL Card, Izzat MST, or Certificate issued by the Central Government under a recognized poverty-alleviation programme. The relevant document must be valid on or before 13 November 2026. EBC provides fee concession only and does not provide job reservation.
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RRB NTPC UG Age Limit 2026The age will be calculated as on 01 January 2027. For all four notified posts, the normal age range is: Minimum Age: 18 Years | Maximum Age: 30 Years
Upper-age relaxation is available to eligible candidates according to the applicable category and rules mentioned in the notification. RRB NTPC UG Age Relaxation 2026The notification provides relaxation in the upper age limit for eligible categories. Candidates belonging to categories such as: SC, ST, OBC-NCL, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Certain eligible Railway employees, Widowed, divorced or judicially separated women may receive applicable age relaxation subject to the conditions prescribed in the CEN. Candidates claiming relaxation must possess the required certificate in the prescribed format. |
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RRB NTPC UG Vacancy 2026 â 1,688 PostsAccording to the notification, the total number of vacancies under CEN 07/2026 is 1,688.
The detailed RRB-wise, Railway/Production Unit-wise and post-wise vacancy distribution is provided in Annexure-B of the notification. The vacancies mentioned in the notification are provisional and may increase or decrease according to the requirements of the Railway Administrations. |
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RRB NTPC UG Educational Qualification 2026Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification on or before 13 November 2026, which is the last date for submission of the online application. Candidates waiting for the final result of the prescribed qualification are not eligible to apply. Commercial Cum Ticket ClerkCandidates must have: 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate. The requirement of 50% marks is not insisted upon for:
Accounts Clerk Cum TypistCandidates must have: 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate. The 50% marks requirement is not insisted upon for:
Junior Clerk Cum TypistCandidates must have: 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate. The 50% requirement is not insisted upon for:
Trains ClerkCandidates must have: 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate. The 50% marks requirement is not insisted upon for:
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RRB NTPC UG Post Wise Salary 2026The four posts are placed under different Pay Levels.
The actual monthly salary will depend on applicable Railway allowances and deductions. |
RRB NTPC UG Medical Standard 2026Different posts have different medical standards.
Candidates called for the relevant stage must pass the prescribed Railway medical examination. |
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Medical Standards Detailed CriteriaA-3 Medical StandardThe prescribed standard includes:
B-2 Medical StandardThe prescribed standard includes:
C-2 Medical StandardThe prescribed standard includes:
Candidates should carefully check the medical standard applicable to the post they select. |
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RRB NTPC UG Vacancy Details â Post Wise1. Commercial Cum Ticket ClerkPay Level: 3 Initial Pay: âš21,700 Medical Standard: B-2 Age: 18â30 Years Total Vacancies: 700 Educational Qualification: 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with 50% marks, subject to applicable exemptions 2. Accounts Clerk Cum TypistPay Level: 2 Initial Pay: âš19,900 Medical Standard: C-2 Age: 18â30 Years Total Vacancies: 200 Educational Qualification: 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with 50% marks, subject to applicable exemptions 3. Junior Clerk Cum TypistPay Level: 2 Initial Pay: âš19,900 Medical Standard: C-2 Age: 18â30 Years Total Vacancies: 600 Educational Qualification: 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with 50% marks, subject to applicable exemptions 4. Trains ClerkPay Level: 2 Initial Pay: âš19,900 Medical Standard: A-3 Age: 18â30 Years Total Vacancies: 188 Educational Qualification: 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with 50% marks, subject to applicable exemptions |
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RRB NTPC UG Selection Process 2026The selection process under CEN 07/2026 includes:
The recruitment process may vary in implementation according to the notified post and applicable Railway requirements. |
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RRB NTPC UG 1st Stage CBT Exam Pattern 2026The 1st Stage CBT is common for all notified posts under CEN 07/2026.
Exam Duration: Normal candidates: 90 minutes | PwBD/PWD candidates eligible for a scribe: 120 minutes Negative Marking: There will be negative marking. 1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. The 1st Stage CBT is primarily a screening examination, and normalized marks are used for shortlisting candidates for the 2nd Stage CBT. |
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RRB NTPC UG 1st Stage CBT Syllabus 2026The 1st Stage CBT syllabus subject-wise topics are organized in the color-coded table below for easy and simple reading:
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RRB NTPC UG 2nd Stage CBT Exam Pattern 2026Candidates will be shortlisted for the 2nd Stage CBT based on their normalized marks in the 1st Stage CBT. The notification states that approximately 15 times the community-wise vacancies of posts notified against the RRB will be shortlisted, subject to the Railway Administration’s discretion.
Duration: Normal candidates: 90 minutes | PwBD/PWD candidates eligible for a scribe: 120 minutes Negative Marking: 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer. |
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RRB NTPC UG 2nd Stage CBT Syllabus 2026The syllabus prescribed for the 2nd Stage CBT includes the following areas:
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RRB NTPC UG Minimum Qualifying MarksThe minimum qualifying percentage prescribed in the notification is:
These qualifying percentages also apply to Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates according to their community. The notification provides a 2-mark relaxation for PwBD candidates in certain circumstances where sufficient PwBD candidates are not available against reserved vacancies. |
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RRB NTPC UG Document VerificationCandidates shortlisted for Document Verification must produce their original certificates. Documents may include:
No additional time will ordinarily be given for failure to produce the required original certificates on the scheduled date. |
RRB NTPC UG Typing Requirement
Typing Test Dispensed With: The notification specifically states that the typing test requirement for Junior Clerk Cum Typist and Accounts Clerk Cum Typist has been dispensed with for CEN 07/2026.
However, candidates are still expected to have basic computer proficiency, including adequate typing proficiency using computers. The notification states that proficiency will be assessed after joining, and unsatisfactory performance may affect or delay confirmation or promotion. RRB NTPC UG Reservation 2026Reservation benefits are applicable according to Government of India rules and the provisions of the CEN. Candidates may claim applicable reservation under: SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen. Candidates must possess valid certificates in the prescribed format. The crucial date for claiming reservation, fee concession, age relaxation and other benefits, wherever not otherwise specified, is the closing date of the online application. |
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RRB NTPC UG RRB Selection and PreferenceCandidates can choose only one RRB while submitting the application. They can provide preferences for:
within the selected RRB. Once the options are exercised, they are treated as final and cannot be changed. Multiple applications submitted to different RRBs or multiple applications for the same RRB can result in rejection of all applications and may lead to disqualification/debarment. |
RRB NTPC UG Live PhotographDuring the online application, the candidate’s live photograph will be captured. Candidates should ensure that:
Candidates should follow the instructions displayed by the application system during live photo capture. |
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RRB NTPC UG Application Process 2026Candidates should follow these steps to submit the application: Step 1: Visit the official RRB application website.
Step 2: Create an account or use the existing RRB account created during earlier CEN recruitment.
Step 3: Enter personal details carefully.
Step 4: Complete Aadhaar/DigiLocker identity authentication, where applicable.
Step 5: Select one RRB.
Step 6: Select eligible posts and provide Railway/PU preferences.
Step 7: Enter educational and other required details.
Step 8: Complete the live photograph capturing process.
Step 9: Upload the mandatory scanned documents.
Step 10: Pay the examination fee online.
Step 11: Check all information carefully.
Step 12: Submit the final application.
Step 13: Save/print the submitted application for future reference.
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RRB NTPC UG Application Modification 2026The application modification window will remain open from: 16 November 2026 to 25 November 2026 Candidates can modify eligible application details by paying the prescribed modification fee.
Non-Modifiable Fields: The notification specifically states that:
âĸ Details filled in the Create an Account form cannot be modified. âĸ The Chosen RRB cannot be modified. Candidates should therefore select the RRB very carefully before final submission. RRB NTPC UG Exam CentreThe city, examination centre, date and shift will be allotted by the RRB according to technical and logistical feasibility. Candidates may have to travel to another city or state to appear for the CBT. Requests for changing: Exam date, Exam centre, Exam city, Shift will not be entertained. |
RRB NTPC UG Posting and Railway ZoneThe final Railway zone/Production Unit allotment will be made according to:
Candidates should select their RRB carefully because the notification states that a Railway employee ordinarily serves on the Railway/Railway establishment where initially posted.
Transfer Rules: The notification also states that no request for transfer to another Railway will ordinarily be registered until completion of at least 5 to 10 years of service, subject to applicable rules and administrative requirements.
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RRB NTPC UG Preparation StrategyCandidates should prepare for both CBT stages according to the syllabus given in the notification. MathematicsGive priority to: Percentage, Profit and Loss, Ratio, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics ReasoningPractise: Series, Coding-Decoding, Analogy, Syllogism, Puzzle, Venn Diagram, Data Sufficiency, Statement-Conclusion, Decision Making General AwarenessPrepare: Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, General Science, Computer Basics, Government Schemes, Important Organizations, Sports, Art and Culture |
RRB NTPC UG Study Time Table6-Hour Daily Study Plan
Weekly Strategy
Candidates should gradually increase mock-test practice as the examination approaches. |
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Best Books and Study ResourcesThe notification does not prescribe any specific commercial book. Officially prescribed books: Not Mentioned in Notification. Candidates can select preparation material covering:
The most important resource is the official CEN 07/2026 syllabus and examination pattern. Experience RequiredExperience Required: Not Mentioned / No separate work-experience requirement is prescribed in the educational qualification section of the notification. Candidates are required to fulfil the prescribed educational qualifications for the respective post. Job LocationSelected candidates will be appointed in the Indian Railways under the concerned Railway Zone or Production Unit according to:
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Important Instructions for CandidatesCandidates should carefully follow the instructions given in CEN 07/2026:
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FAQs â RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026?
Q2. How many vacancies are available in RRB NTPC UG 2026?
Q3. Which posts are included in RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026?
Q4. What is the highest vacancy post in RRB NTPC UG 2026?
Q5. What is the qualification for RRB NTPC UG posts?
Q6. Can candidates with graduation apply for RRB NTPC UG posts?
Q7. What is the age limit for RRB NTPC UG 2026?
Q8. What is the salary of Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk?
Q9. What is the salary of Junior Clerk Cum Typist?
Q10. Is typing test conducted for Accounts Clerk and Junior Clerk in CEN 07/2026?
Q11. What is the RRB NTPC UG application fee?
Q12. How much application fee is refunded after the CBT?
Q13. Is there negative marking in RRB NTPC CBT?
Q14. How many questions are asked in the first-stage CBT?
Q15. What is the duration of the first-stage CBT?
Q16. How many questions are asked in the second-stage CBT?
Q17. What is the syllabus of RRB NTPC UG CBT?
Q18. What is the minimum qualifying percentage for UR candidates?
Q19. What is the minimum qualifying percentage for OBC-NCL candidates?
Q20. How are candidates shortlisted for the 2nd Stage CBT?
Q21. How are candidates shortlisted for Document Verification?
Q22. Can candidates apply for more than one RRB?
Q23. Can the selected RRB be changed later?
Q24. When will the RRB NTPC UG 2026 exam be conducted?
Q25. Where can candidates check RRB NTPC UG 2026 vacancy details?
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