Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are accepting online applications for RRB NTPC Undergraduate (CEN 07/2026) for 1,688 vacancies across four non-technical posts. Eligible candidates must have completed Class 12 by 13 Nov 2026 (normally 50% aggregate required with specified exemptions) and be aged 18–30 years as on 01-01-2027. Applications open 15-10-2026 and close 13-11-2026 (fee payment till 15-11-2026). Initial basic pay ranges from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 21,700. Selection is through CBT-1, CBT-2, document verification and medical examination.
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Vacancy Details
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk: 700 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Pass or equivalent with 50% aggregate marks, subject to exemptions - Accounts Clerk cum Typist: 200 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Pass or equivalent with 50% aggregate marks, subject to exemptions - Junior Clerk cum Typist: 600 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Pass or equivalent with 50% aggregate marks, subject to exemptions - Trains Clerk: 188 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Pass or equivalent with 50% aggregate marks, subject to exemptions
Qualification Requirements
12th Pass (+2 Stage) or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks (minimum 50% not required for SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and candidates with higher-than-12th qualifications). The required educational qualification must be completed by 13 November 2026; candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Application Fees
- General / Other Non-exempt Candidates: ₹500
- SC / ST: ₹250
- Ex-Servicemen: ₹250
- PwBD: ₹250
- Female Candidates: ₹250
- Transgender Candidates: ₹250
- Minority Communities: ₹250
- Economically Backward Class (EBC): ₹250
Selection Process
- CBT-1: First-stage Computer Based Test for all four posts (100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes; 1/3 negative marking).
- CBT-2: Second-stage Computer Based Test for shortlisted candidates (120 questions, 120 marks, 90 minutes; 1/3 negative marking).
- Document Verification: Verification of original educational, identity, category and other required documents as per notification.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must pass the prescribed railway medical fitness standard for their allotted post (post-wise standards such as B-2, C-2, A-3).
How to Apply
- Visit https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/.
- Open the recruitment link for CEN No. 07/2026 – NTPC Undergraduate.
- Read the detailed notification, Annexure A and RRB-wise vacancy tables in Annexure B.
- Click Create an Account if you are a new applicant or use existing RRB login credentials.
- Register using required personal details, active mobile number and email address.
- Complete Aadhaar or other permitted identity verification as directed by the portal.
- Choose only one Railway Recruitment Board (RRB).
- Enter required personal, educational and reservation details.
- Select eligible posts, Railway Zones and Production Unit preferences carefully.
- Complete the live photograph capture as instructed by the portal.
- Upload scanned signature and applicable supporting documents.
- Review the information and declaration carefully.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee online (Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI).
- Submit the application and retain the confirmation details.
- Note: The selected RRB and account registration details cannot be modified later; do not submit multiple applications.
Important Links
- Unified Official RRB Website (Apply Online / Recruitment Portal)
- Apply Online (alternate link)
- Detailed Notification CEN 07/2026 (PDF)
- RRB-wise Vacancy Details (Annexure B)
- Official RRB Updates (Official Website)
- Official RRB Apply Online (top link in content)
- Register for Job Alerts (third-party)
- Telegram – Job Alerts (third-party)
Important Dates
- Indicative Notification Date:
- Online Application Start Date:
- Online Application Last Date:
- Application Fee Payment Last Date:
- Application Modification Start Date:
- Application Modification Last Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational qualification to apply?
Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent by 13 November 2026. Normally 50% aggregate is required, but SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and candidates with higher-than-12th qualifications are exempt from the 50% requirement.
How do I apply for RRB NTPC Undergraduate CEN 07/2026?
Apply only online through the unified RRB website (https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/#/auth/home) between 15 October 2026 and 13 November 2026. Register or login, complete Aadhaar/identity verification, fill details, upload photo/signature, pay the fee and submit the application.
What is the last date to apply and the fee payment deadline?
Online applications close on 13 November 2026 (11:59 PM). The last date to pay the application fee is 15 November 2026.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection is through two computer-based tests (CBT-1 and CBT-2), followed by document verification and a medical examination. There is no separate typing skill test under CEN 07/2026.
What is the pay scale or initial salary for the posts?
Posts are in Pay Level 2 and Level 3 of the 7th CPC. The initial basic pay ranges from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 21,700 (Commercial cum Ticket Clerk Rs. 21,700; other posts Rs. 19,900).
