RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026
RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1688 Vacancies (CEN 07/2026)
RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026: The Ministry of Railways, through its various Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), has issued Detailed Centralized Employment Notification CEN No. 07/2026. Applications are invited from eligible candidates for a total of 1688 vacancies across Non-Technical Popular Categories (Under Graduate) including Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk Cum Typist, and Trains Clerk. Eligible 12th pass candidates can submit their applications online exclusively through the official RRB application portal rrbapply.gov.in from 15 October 2026 to 13 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice in Employment News | 26.09.2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 15.10.2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application | 13.11.2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 15.11.2026 |
| Modification Window (with payment of modification fee) | 16.11.2026 to 25.11.2026 |
Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown & Initial Pay
The recruitment aims to fill 1688 vacancies across all participating Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Zone-wise/RRB-wise distributions are available in the detailed notification Annexure B.
| Sr. No. | Name of the Post | Pay Level in 7th CPC | Initial Pay (Rs.) | Medical Standard | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | 3 | ₹ 21,700 | B2 | 700 |
| 2 | Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 2 | ₹ 19,900 | C2 | 200 |
| 3 | Junior Clerk Cum Typist | 2 | ₹ 19,900 | C2 | 600 |
| 4 | Trains Clerk | 2 | ₹ 19,900 | A3 | 188 |
| Grand Total (All RRBs) | 1688 | ||||
Note: Candidates who have undergone Lasik surgery are NOT eligible for the Trains Clerk post (Medical Standard A3).
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (As on 01.01.2027)
The prescribed age limit for all Under Graduate posts is 18 to 30 years (born between 02.01.1997 and 01.01.2009 for UR/EWS).
| Category | Permissible Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 Years (Upper age 35) |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years (Upper age 33) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years (UR/EWS), 13 Years (OBC), 15 Years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 to 8 years after deduction of length of service |
2. Educational Qualifications
- For all posts: Must have passed 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate.
- Relaxation in Marks: The 50% marks requirement is NOT insisted upon in the case of SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD)/Ex-servicemen candidates OR candidates who possess qualifications higher than 12th (+2 Stage).
Examination Fee & Refund Rules
| Candidate Category | Examination Fee | Refund Details (on appearing in 1st Stage CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| For all candidates (Except concession categories below) | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 400/- shall be refunded (deducting bank charges). |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities or Economically Backward Class (EBC) | ₹ 250/- | ₹ 250/- shall be fully refunded (deducting bank charges). |
Crucial Refund Rule: Only candidates who actually appear for the 1st Stage CBT will receive the refund. Refunds will be credited to the Aadhaar-seeded bank account linked during the application process.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment process strictly follows a multi-stage approach. Note that the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) has been dispensed with for this CEN.
1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
This stage is for screening purposes. Candidates will be shortlisted for the 2nd Stage CBT at a rate of 15 times the community-wise vacancies.
- Duration: 90 Minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with scribes)
- Subjects: General Awareness (40 marks), Mathematics (30 marks), General Intelligence and Reasoning (30 marks). Total: 100 Marks.
2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 90 Minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with scribes)
- Subjects: General Awareness (50 marks), Mathematics (35 marks), General Intelligence and Reasoning (35 marks). Total: 120 Marks.
How to Apply Online
- Candidates must strictly apply through the unified RRB application portal: rrbapply.gov.in.
- Create an Account: First-time applicants must create an account. It is highly recommended to authenticate using DigiLocker or Aadhaar. If you already have an account from previous 2024/2025/2026 RRB CENs, use the same credentials.
- Live Photograph: The system will capture a live photo of the candidate using a webcam or mobile front camera. Dress in non-white clothing against a plain white background. Do not wear glasses, caps, or masks. Pre-uploaded photos will be rejected.
- Upload Signature: Upload a scanned signature in running handwriting (black ink on white paper, 30-49 KB in JPEG format).
- Select RRB & Preferences: Choose only ONE RRB and indicate your post preferences carefully. Multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
- Pay the examination fee online.
- If corrections are needed after submission, use the Modification Window (16.11.2026 to 25.11.2026) by paying a ₹ 250 modification fee.