The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released CEN No. 07/2026 for recruitment to various Non-Technical Popular Categories (Under Graduate) posts. A total of 1,688 vacancies are available for Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk Cum Typist and Trains Clerk posts. Eligible candidates can submit the online application from 15 October to 13 November 2026.
Official Notification PDF: RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026
RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026 Overview
RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026 details are given below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Recruitment Name | RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026 |
| CEN Number | 07/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,688 |
| Posts | Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Trains Clerk |
| Qualification | 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years as on 01 January 2027 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 13 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 15 November 2026 |
| Selection Process | 1st Stage CBT, 2nd Stage CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination |
RRB NTPC UG Vacancy 2026
RRB has notified 1,688 vacancies across four undergraduate-level posts. The post-wise vacancy and initial pay are as follows:
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | 3 | Rs. 21,700 | 700 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 2 | Rs. 19,900 | 200 |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | 2 | Rs. 19,900 | 600 |
| Trains Clerk | 2 | Rs. 19,900 | 188 |
| Total | - | - | 1,688 |
The detailed RRB-wise and Railway/Production Unit-wise distribution is provided in Annexure B of CEN 07/2026. The notified vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease according to Railway requirements.
RRB NTPC UG Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent from a recognised Board/University/Institute, as prescribed for the notified posts.
For all four posts, the notification specifies 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with not less than 50% marks in aggregate. The 50% requirement is not insisted upon for SC/ST, Persons with Benchmark Disability, Ex-Servicemen and candidates possessing qualifications higher than 12th (+2 Stage).
The required qualification must already have been obtained by the closing date of the application, which is 13 November 2026. Candidates awaiting the final result of the prescribed qualification are not eligible to apply.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 30 years as on 01 January 2027. The date of birth entered in the application must match the candidate's SSC/SSLC/Matriculation or equivalent certificate.
Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved categories as per the notification. SC/ST candidates get 5 years of relaxation, while OBC-NCL candidates get 3 years of relaxation, subject to the prescribed conditions and certificates.
RRB NTPC UG Application Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice | 26 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 November 2026 |
| Modification Window | 16 to 25 November 2026 |
The dates for CBTs, Document Verification and Medical Examination will be announced later through the official RRB website.
RRB NTPC UG Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee | Refund on Appearing in 1st Stage CBT |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates except the categories below | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 after applicable bank charges |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities and EBC | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 after applicable bank charges |
The refund is available only to candidates who appear in the 1st Stage CBT. Fee payment is through online modes such as internet banking, debit/credit card or UPI
Candidates claiming the EBC fee concession should note that EBC, EWS and OBC are different categories. A valid EBC document must be available as prescribed in the notification.
RRB NTPC UG Selection Process 2026
The RRB NTPC UG recruitment process consists of the following stages:
- 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
The notification specifically states that the selection is based on merit through the prescribed recruitment stages.
1st Stage CBT
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
The examination duration is 90 minutes, with 120 minutes for eligible PwBD/PWD candidates using a scribe. There is negative marking, with 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer. The 1st Stage CBT is screening in nature and its normalized marks are used for shortlisting candidates for the 2nd Stage CBT.
2nd Stage CBT
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 |
| Mathematics | 35 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 |
| Total | 120 |
The 2nd Stage CBT is of 90 minutes duration, with 120 minutes for eligible PwBD/PWD candidates using a scribe. It also carries negative marking of 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer. Candidates are shortlisted for the 2nd Stage CBT based on normalized marks in the 1st Stage CBT.
The notification states that the Computer Based Typing Skill Test for Junior Clerk Cum Typist and Accounts Clerk Cum Typist has been dispensed with for CEN 07/2026. However, candidates are expected to have basic computer and typing proficiency, which may be assessed after joining.
Document Verification and Medical Examination
Candidates equal to the number of vacancies are shortlisted for Document Verification based on merit in the CBTs and the prescribed qualifying marks. Candidates must produce their original certificates during Document Verification. Empanelment is subject to successful Document Verification and passing the prescribed medical examination
How to Apply for RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the unified official RRB website. Candidates should carefully read CEN 07/2026 before submitting the application.
- Create an account for CEN 07/2026. Candidates who already created an account for an earlier RRB CEN should use the same credentials.
- Use an active personal mobile number and email ID for account creation and OTP verification.
- Enter the account details carefully because the mobile number, email ID and other details entered during account creation cannot be changed later.
- Candidates are advised to authenticate their identity through Aadhaar or DigiLocker.
- Log in and complete the online application with the required personal, educational and other details.
- Select only one RRB and provide the required Railway Zone/Production Unit and post preferences.
- Capture the live photograph as required by the application module.
- Upload the prescribed documents.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment modes.
- Review the application carefully and submit it.
- Save the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.
The notification makes it clear that a candidate can apply to only one RRB. Multiple applications to different RRBs or multiple applications against the same CEN can result in rejection and debarment from RRB/RRC recruitments.
RRB NTPC UG Live Photograph Instructions
Candidates are not required to upload a pre-existing photograph. The application system captures a live photograph through a computer/laptop webcam or the front camera of a mobile phone.
The photograph should be captured against a plain white background. Candidates should wear non-white clothing, keep the face clearly visible and look straight at the camera. Caps, masks and spectacles should not be worn during live photo capture.
Important Points for RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026
- There are 1,688 vacancies under CEN 07/2026.
- The minimum qualification is 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent.
- The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on 01 January 2027, subject to applicable relaxation.
- The application process starts on 15 October 2026.
- The last date to submit the application is 13 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- The fee payment deadline is 15 November 2026.
- The modification window is available from 16 to 25 November 2026.
- Only one RRB can be selected.
- The 1st and 2nd Stage CBTs have negative marking.
- No CBT-based typing skill test is prescribed for Accounts Clerk cum Typist and Junior Clerk Cum Typist under CEN 07/2026.
- CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination dates will be announced separately.
