RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1688 Posts

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released a significant notification for RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 07/2026. This drive aims to fill 1688 vacancies for various Non-Technical Popular Categories (Under Graduate) posts, including Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, and Trains Clerk. Candidates who have passed Class 12th and meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply online. This is a golden opportunity to join the prestigious Indian Railways.

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RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No.: CEN 07/2026
Recruitment AuthorityRailway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Post NameCommercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk
Total Vacancies1688
Job LocationAcross Indian Railways
Application ModeOnline
Start Date to Apply15 October 2026
Last Date to Apply13 November 2026
Qualification12th Pass or equivalent
Download NotificationClick Here
Official WebsiteClick Here

Full Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026 must meet specific eligibility criteria including educational qualifications, age limits, and nationality. Ensure all conditions are fulfilled as on the crucial date of 13 November 2026.

Post NameEducational QualificationAge Limit (as on 01.01.2027)
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk12th Pass (+2 Stage) or equivalent with not less than 50% aggregate marks. (Exemptions apply for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications).18-30 Years
Accounts Clerk cum Typist12th Pass (+2 Stage) or equivalent with not less than 50% aggregate marks. (Exemptions apply for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications).18-30 Years
Junior Clerk cum Typist12th Pass (+2 Stage) or equivalent with not less than 50% aggregate marks. (Exemptions apply for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications).18-30 Years
Trains Clerk12th Pass (+2 Stage) or equivalent with not less than 50% aggregate marks. (Exemptions apply for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications).18-30 Years

Nationality / Citizenship

  • A citizen of India.
  • A subject of Nepal or Bhutan.
  • A person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.

Physical Test Criteria (Medical Standards)

Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must pass the prescribed medical fitness tests conducted by the Railway Administration. Different posts require different Visual Acuity Standards.

Post NameMedical StandardVision Standards
Commercial cum Ticket ClerkB-2Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (Power of lenses not to exceed 4D). Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses. Must pass test for Field of Vision (Binocular Vision) etc.
Accounts Clerk cum TypistC-2Distant Vision: 6/12, nil with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn: 0.6 combined with or without glasses.
Junior Clerk cum TypistC-2Distant Vision: 6/12, nil with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn: 0.6 combined with or without glasses.
Trains ClerkA-3Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 2D). Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses. Must pass test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision and Myopic vision.
  • Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery or any other procedure to correct refractive error are not eligible for posts requiring A-3 medical standards.
  • For B-2 and C-2 posts, LASIK-operated candidates may be considered "FIT" subject to specific conditions (no complications, surgery at least one year old, residual corneal thickness not less than 425 microns, normal fundus, no progressive eye disease).

Salary / Pay Scale

The selected candidates for RRB NTPC Undergraduate posts will receive an attractive salary as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The initial basic pay varies based on the post, along with other allowances.

Post NamePay Level in 7th CPCInitial Basic Pay (Rs.)
Commercial cum Ticket ClerkLevel 321,700
Accounts Clerk cum TypistLevel 219,900
Junior Clerk cum TypistLevel 219,900
Trains ClerkLevel 219,900
  • These figures represent the initial basic pay and do not include other allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), etc., which will be admissible as per Railway rules.

Selection Process

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026 involves a multi-stage selection process designed to assess candidates' aptitude and suitability. The process includes Computer Based Tests (CBTs), followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination.

  • Stage 1: First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1): This is a screening test common for all notified posts.
  • Stage 2: Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2): Candidates shortlisted from CBT-1 will appear for this stage.
  • Stage 3: Document Verification (DV): Candidates shortlisted based on CBT-2 merit will undergo verification of their original documents.
  • Stage 4: Medical Examination (ME): Successful candidates in DV must pass the prescribed medical fitness standards for their chosen post.
  • Note: The Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) has been dispensed with for CEN No. 07/2026 for Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum Typist posts.

Exam Pattern

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam Pattern 2026 consists of two stages of Computer Based Tests (CBT-1 and CBT-2). Both stages include sections on General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence & Reasoning, with negative marking for incorrect answers.

Phase I: First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1)

SubjectNo. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
General Awareness404090 Minutes (120 Minutes for Scribe-eligible PwBD candidates)
Mathematics3030
General Intelligence and Reasoning3030
Total100100 
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
  • Qualifying Nature: CBT-1 is of screening nature.
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC-NCL/SC: 30%, ST: 25%. (Relaxation of 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage).

Phase II: Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2)

SubjectNo. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
General Awareness505090 Minutes (120 Minutes for Scribe-eligible PwBD candidates)
Mathematics3535
General Intelligence and Reasoning3535
Total120120 
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
  • Shortlisting: Candidates shortlisted for CBT-2 will be 15 times the community-wise vacancies.
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC-NCL/SC: 30%, ST: 25%. (Relaxation of 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage).
  • Normalization: Normalized marks from CBTs will be used for shortlisting.

Syllabus for CBT-1 & CBT-2

  • Mathematics: Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics.
  • General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities and Differences, Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Puzzles, Data Sufficiency, Statement-Conclusion, Decision Making, Maps, Graph Interpretation.
  • General Awareness: Current Events (National & International), Games & Sports, Art & Culture of India, Indian Literature, Monuments & Places of India, General Science & Life Science (up to 10th CBSE), History of India & Freedom Struggle, Geography (India & World), Indian Polity & Constitution, Indian Economy, Scientific & Technological Developments, UN & World Organizations, Environmental Issues, Computer Basics & Applications, Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India, Famous Personalities, Government Schemes, Flora & Fauna.

Post / Category Wise Vacancy Details

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced a total of 1688 provisional vacancies for various undergraduate posts. The detailed distribution across different RRBs and Railway Zones is provided below, highlighting opportunities for various categories.

Cat. No.Name of The PostLevel in 7th CPCRly/PUURSCSTOBCEWSTOTALExSMVIHILDODMD
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3WR100001000000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2WR10213218120000
4TRAINS CLERK2WR231107000001
RRB AHMEDABAD Total13524226120001
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3NWR20927745503200
   WCR100012000000
2ACCOUNT CLERK CUM TYPIST2NWR10426325300100
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2NWR28648450512000
   WCR100102000000
RRB AJMER Total6019822151241315300
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3SWR7214216201100
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2SWR211217100000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2RWF100102000000
   SWR7325219200000
4TRAINS CLERK2SWR100001000000
RRB BENGALURU Total186412545501100
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3WCR6375223201000
   WR110114000100
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2WCR4113110100001
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2WCR4231111100000
   WR110103000000
4TRAINS CLERK2WCR301116100000
   WR110002000000
RRB BHOPAL Total2091212659501101
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3ECoR6385426200001
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2ECoR411219100000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2ECoR220105011000
RRB BHUBANESWAR Total12698540311001
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3CR100001000000
   SECR510208100100
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2SECR5113111100100
RRB BILASPUR Total11215120200200
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2NR7315218200100
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2NR219312550610100
4TRAINS CLERK2NR4113110101000
RRB CHANDIGARH Total3213520878911200
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3SR45161031121141102201
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2ICF200002000000
   SR17756439411000
4TRAINS CLERK2SR4233113101100
RRB CHENNAI Total68251840171681614301
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3NER12429330301000
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2MCF101013000000
   RDSO010001000000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2MCF000101000000
   NER7263220201000
   RDSO310206100000
4TRAINS CLERK2NER5230111100000
RRB GORAKHPUR Total28101215772702000
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2NFR210115110000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2NFR18659442411100
4TRAINS CLERK2NFR110002000100
RRB GUWAHATI Total218510549521200
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3NR5214113101000
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2PLW000112000000
   RCF011114000000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2PLW011215100000
   NR8215117200000
   RCF2205110100000
RRB JAMMU-SRINAGAR Total158418651501000
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3ER1610516653501101
   METRO201115100000
   SER13428330301000
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2CLW000314000000
   ER12528330310000
   SER10326223210000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2CLW5213112100000
   ER4014624993914202
   METRO6114113110000
   SER195511343420300
4TRAINS CLERK2ER9219223201100
RRB KOLKATA Total132462693323293167703
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3ER4214112201100
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2ER321107000100
   SER100001000000
4TRAINS CLERK2ER200103000000
RRB MALDA Total10426123201200
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3CR12538230300100
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2CR9326222201000
   WR9325120210000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2CR11314120110000
   WR156210336521000
4TRAINS CLERK2CR4113110100000
   WR100102000000
RRB MUMBAI Total61211137101401442100
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3ECR211217101000
RRB MUZAFFARPUR Total211217101000
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3ECR11448330300100
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2ECR4521012100000
4TRAINS CLERK2ECR001001000000
RRB PATNA Total15979343400100
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3NCR2911518669700201
   NR18313126301100
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2NCR110103000000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2BLW0450110101000
   NCR8226220111201
   NR300003010100
4TRAINS CLERK2NCR3114110101001
   NR125008101000
RRB PRAYAGRAJ Total63241932111491425603
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3SER220105000100
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2SER100001000000
4TRAINS CLERK2ECR2810519769702202
RRB RANCHI Total3112520775702302
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3SCoR2194161060600101
2ACCOUNTS CLERK CUM TYPIST2SCR300003000000
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2SCoR420208110000
4TRAINS CLERK2SCR100001000100
RRB SECUNDERABAD Total29114181072710201
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3NFR12529331301201
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2NFR310318100000
4TRAINS CLERK2NFR210104000000
RRB SILIGURI Total177213443401201
1COMMERCIAL CUM TICKET CLERK3SR249416659600101
3JUNIOR CLERK CUM TYPIST2SR4222111100000
4TRAINS CLERK2SR014005001000
RRB THIRUVANANTHAPURAM Total28121018775701101
ALL RRB GRAND TOTAL6862581674141631688162213739015

Job Profile & Responsibility

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate posts offer diverse roles within the Indian Railways, each with specific responsibilities crucial for efficient railway operations. These positions are vital for passenger services, administrative support, and logistical coordination.

Post NameKey Responsibilities
Commercial cum Ticket ClerkHandling ticket sales, reservations, cancellations, and refunds. Managing passenger inquiries, providing information on train schedules and fares. Ensuring smooth flow of passenger traffic and maintaining accurate records of transactions.
Accounts Clerk cum TypistAssisting in maintaining financial records, preparing vouchers, and processing bills. Performing data entry, typing official documents, and managing office correspondence. Ensuring accuracy in accounting procedures and supporting audit functions.
Junior Clerk cum TypistGeneral clerical duties, including maintaining files, registers, and records. Typing official letters, reports, and other documents. Assisting in administrative tasks, managing incoming and outgoing mail, and ensuring office efficiency.
Trains ClerkMaintaining records of train movements, preparing train manifests, and ensuring timely dispatch of trains. Coordinating with station masters and other railway staff for smooth train operations. Handling documentation related to goods and passenger trains.
  • These roles require a high degree of accuracy, responsibility, and dedication to public service.
  • Employees are expected to adhere to railway rules and regulations, ensuring safety and efficiency in their duties.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026 must submit their applications online through the unified official RRB website. Follow the steps carefully to ensure a successful application submission before the deadline of 13 November 2026.

  1. Visit the unified official RRB website: https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/.
  2. Locate and click on the recruitment link for CEN No. 07/2026 - NTPC Undergraduate.
  3. Read the detailed notification, including Annexure A (Post Parameters) and Annexure B (RRB-wise vacancy tables), to understand eligibility and vacancy distribution.
  4. If you are a new applicant, click on "Create an Account". Existing RRB account holders should use their previous login credentials.
  5. Register by providing required personal details, a valid mobile number, and an active email ID. Ensure these details are accurate as they cannot be modified later.
  6. Complete Aadhaar or other permitted identity verification as instructed by the portal.
  7. Carefully choose only one Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) and select your preferences for Railway Zones/Production Units and posts.
  8. Fill in all necessary personal, educational, and reservation details in the online application form.
  9. Capture a live photograph as per the specified guidelines (white background, proper dress, no glasses/cap/mask, clear face). Do not upload an existing photo.
  10. Upload your scanned signature (black ink on white paper, running handwriting, JPG/JPEG, 30-49 KB, 140x60 pixels minimum).
  11. If applicable, upload your SC/ST Certificate (PDF, less than 400 KB) for free train travel pass.
  12. Review all entered information carefully before proceeding to payment.
  13. Pay the prescribed application fee online using Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
  14. Submit the application and retain the confirmation details for future reference.
  15. Candidates can modify certain application details (excluding account creation details and chosen RRB) during the modification window (16 November to 25 November 2026) by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs. 250/- per modification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the total vacancies for RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026?

There are a total of 1688 vacancies announced for various undergraduate posts under RRB NTPC CEN No. 07/2026.

What is the last date to apply for RRB NTPC Undergraduate posts?

The last date to submit online applications for RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026 is 13 November 2026 (11:59 PM).

What is the educational qualification required for these posts?

Candidates must have passed 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent from a recognized board with at least 50% aggregate marks. However, this 50% criterion is relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications.

Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?

Yes, age relaxation is provided for reserved categories: OBC-NCL (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), PwBD (10-15 years), and other categories as per government rules. The age is calculated as on 01 January 2027.

What is the application fee for RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is Rs. 500/- for General/Other candidates (Rs. 400/- refundable) and Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC candidates (full Rs. 250/- refundable), upon appearing in CBT-1.

What is the selection process for RRB NTPC Undergraduate posts?

The selection process includes a First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1), a Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2), followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination. There is no separate typing skill test for CEN 07/2026.

Can candidates with LASIK surgery apply for all posts?

Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery are not eligible for posts requiring A-3 medical standards (e.g., Trains Clerk). For B-2 and C-2 posts, eligibility is subject to specific medical conditions mentioned in the official notification.