RRB NTPC UG Level Notification 2026: Vacancies, Eligibility Criteria, Exam Pattern, Selection Process

Indian Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Non-Technical Popular Categories NTPC Under 10+2 Undergraduate Level Recruitment CEN 07/2026. Those candidates who are Interested in this RRB NTPC CEN 07/2026 Vacancy Can Apply Online from 15/10/2026 to 13/11/2026. Eligibility, post information, selection procedure, Details, age limit, pay scale, and all other information.
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RRB NTPC UG 2026: Overview
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification No. | CEN No. 07/2026 |
| Post Category | Non-Technical Popular Categories (Undergraduate) |
| Total Vacancies | 1688 |
| Posts | Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk |
| Selection Stages | 1st Stage CBT, 2nd Stage CBT, Document Verification & Medical Examination |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
| Typing Skill Test | Dispensed with for CEN 07/2026 |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Indicative Notice in Employment News | 26.09.2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13.11.2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15.11.2026 |
| Modification Window (with ₹250 fee) | 16.11.2026 to 25.11.2026 |
| CBT, DV and Medical Exam Dates | To be announced on the official RRB website |
Application Fees
The online application process is over now. The RRB NTPC online application fee for General / OBC categories was Rs. 500/. Out of this fee of Rs 500, an amount of Rs 400 shall be refunded, duly deducting bank charges, on appearing in the 1st Stage CBT.
| S.No | Category | Fee |
| 1 | For GEN/OBC | Rs. 500/- |
| 2 | For SC/ST/PWD/Women/Ex-Sm/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward | Rs. 250/- This fee of Rs 250 shall be refunded, duly deducting bank charges as applicable, on appearing in the 1st Stage CBT. |
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Qualification
RRB NTPC Undergraduate New Vacancy 2026
The Undergraduate recruitment covers Pay Level 2 and 3 posts, including Train Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (CCTC), Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Junior Clerk cum Typist. Through this recruitment drive, RRB will fill a total of 1,688 vacancies.
| SN | Post Name | Department | Pay Level |
Approved Vacancies
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| 1 | Trains Clerk | Traffic (Operating) | 2 | 188 |
| 2 | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (CCTC) | Traffic (Commercial) | 3 | 700 |
| 3 | Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Accounts | 2 | 200 |
| 4 | Junior Clerk cum Typist | General | 2 | 600 |
| 5 | Total | – | - | 1,688 |
Zone-wise UG Vacancies
| Zone | Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (CCTC) | Junior Clerk cum Typist | Trains Clerk | Total |
| BLW | – | – | 10 | – | 10 |
| CLW | 4 | – | 12 | – | 16 |
| CR | 22 | 31 | 20 | 10 | 83 |
| PLW | 2 | – | 5 | – | 7 |
| ECOR | 9 | 26 | 5 | – | 40 |
| ECR | 0 | 37 | 12 | 70 | 119 |
| ER | 30 | 65 | 100 | 26 | 221 |
| ICF | – | – | 2 | – | 2 |
| MCF | 3 | – | 1 | – | 4 |
| METRO | – | 5 | 13 | – | 18 |
| NCR | 3 | 69 | 20 | 10 | 102 |
| NER | – | 30 | 20 | 11 | 61 |
| NFR | 5 | 31 | 50 | – |
92
|
| NR | 18 | 39 | 70 | 18 | 145 |
| NWR | 25 | 45 | 50 | – | 120 |
| RCF | 4 | – | 10 | – | 14 |
| RDSO | 1 | – | – | – | 7 |
| RWF | – | – | 2 | – | 2 |
| SCOR | – | 60 | 8 | – | 68 |
| SCR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| SECR | 3 | 8 | 0 | – | 19 |
| SER | 11 | 35 | 45 | 18 | 103 |
| SR | 23 | 173 | 50 | – | 241 |
| SWR | 0 | 16 | 19 | 6 | 43 |
| WCR | 7 | 25 | 13 | – | 54 |
| WR | 10 | 5 | 57 | 11 | 93 |
| Total | 200 | 700 | 600 | 188 | 1,688 |
RRB NTPC 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for RRB NTPC UG posts, candidates must have the following qualifications in terms of age and education.
Age Limit (As on 1/1/2027)
Check the post-wise age limit below:
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Entry Levels
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Age Limit
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Undergraduate Level
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18 to 30 years
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Age Relaxation
The age relaxation will be provided as per govt rules. Check the details below.
Age Limit as on 01-01-2027
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years (UR/ EWS)
- Maximum Age: 33 Years (OBC-NCL)
- Maximum Age: 35 Years (SC/ ST)
- Read the Notification for Age Relaxation.
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Qualification Required
| Posts |
Educational Qualification
|
| Junior Clerk cum Typist |
12th pass from a recognised Board and equivalent
Typing proficiency in Hindi/English on a computer |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | |
| Trains Clerk | |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk |
Medical Standards for RRB NTPC UG Posts
| Medical Standard | Applicable Post | Vision Requirement |
| A-3 | Trains Clerk | Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (lens power up to 2D). Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6. Must pass Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision and Myopic Vision tests |
| B-2 | Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (lens power up to 4D). Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6. Must pass Field of Vision (Binocular Vision) test |
| C-2 | Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist | Distant Vision: 6/12, nil with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn 0.6 combined |
RRB NTPC Selection Process
The Railway NTPC selection process comprises multiple stages. Successful completion of all four stages makes applicants eligible for the RRB NTPC recruitment. The stages are as follows:
- Computer-Based Test 1
- Computer-Based Test 2
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
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Post-wise Selection Stages for RRB NTPC 2026 Exam
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Stage
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Graduate Posts
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Undergraduate Posts
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CBT Stage 1 (Prelims)
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Mandatory for all
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Mandatory for all
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CBT Stage 2 (Main Exam)
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Mandatory
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Mandatory
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Document Verification (DV)
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Mandatory
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Mandatory
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Medical Examination
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Mandatory
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Mandatory
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RRB NTPC UG Exam Pattern 2026
1st Stage CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 90 minutes. Scribe-eligible PwBD candidates get 120 minutes.
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
- The section-wise distribution is indicative and may vary slightly in the actual paper.
2nd Stage CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
- Duration: 90 minutes. Scribe-eligible PwBD candidates get 120 minutes.
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
- All questions are objective-type multiple-choice.
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Both CBTs)
| Category | Minimum Qualifying % |
| UR | 40% |
| EWS | 40% |
| OBC (NCL) | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
The same percentages apply to Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates, as per their community. If there is a shortage of PwBD candidates against reserved vacancies, the qualifying marks may be relaxed by 2 marks.
RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026
The RRB NTPC 2026 Syllabus includes 3 subjects, mainly Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness. Candidates can check the Syllabus in the table below.
| Subject | Topics |
| General Awareness |
Current Affairs (National and International), General Science, Indian History, Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Geography (India and the World), Indian Culture and Heritage, Science and Technology, Sports, Books and Authors, Important Days and Events, Awards and Honors, Abbreviations, Major Financial and Economic News, Budget and Five-Year Plans, Who’s Who, Important Organizations and their Headquarters
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| Mathematics |
Number System, Simplification, Decimals and Fractions, LCM and HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Average, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Problems on Ages, Data Interpretation, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration
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| General Intelligence and Reasoning |
Analogies, Classification, Series (Number, Alphabet, and Mixed), Coding and Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense Test, Ordering and Ranking, Alphabetical and Number Series, Word Formation, Distance and Direction, Mathematical Operations, Venn Diagrams, Syllogism, Puzzle, Non-Verbal Reasoning
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| General Science |
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Studies
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RRB NTPC Post-wise Salary
RRB NTPC posts are categorised into one category, namely 12th Level Posts. Let us now look into the name of the posts under each category and their initial pay (initial monthly RRB NTPC salary as per the 7th CPC):
RRB NTPC Salary for 12th Level Posts
- Junior Clerk cum Typist: Rs 19,900 (Level-2)
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist: Rs 19,900 (Level-2)
- Trains Clerk: Rs 19,900 (Level-2)
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk: Rs 21,700 (Level-3)
The allowances and perks for all RRB NTPC 12th Level posts are listed below:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Pension Scheme
- Medical Benefits
How to Apply for the RRB NTPC Application Form 2026?
Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the registration process:
- Visit your regional RRB website and click on the NTPC Application section.
- Select “New Registration” and provide basic details like name, mobile number, and email.
- Check your email for a registration ID and password. Use these credentials to log in.
- Complete your profile by entering your education, work experience (if any), and other relevant information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and any required documents in the prescribed format.
- Choose a payment method and pay the application fee online.
- Review all the details carefully before submitting your form.
- Once submitted, download and save a copy of the application form, and print a hard copy for your records.
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