CEN 07/2026 · Indian Railways

RRB NTPC (Under Graduate) Recruitment 2026

Railway Recruitment Boards invite online applications for 1,688 vacancies across Indian Railways for Under Graduate posts (Level 2 & Level 3). Apply only at the unified RRB portal.

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1,688
Total Under Graduate Posts
Level 2 & 3
Initial Pay: ₹19,900 – ₹21,700
18–30 yrs
Reckoned as on 01-01-2027
12th (+2) Pass
Min 50% aggregate (Relaxable)

Vacancies & post parameters

Recruitment across Indian Railway Zones and Production Units for Under Graduate cadres (Annexure A & B summary).

Notified posts & pay levels

Post Name 7th CPC Level Initial Pay Medical Std Total Posts (All RRBs)
Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk Level-3 ₹21,700 B-2 700
Accounts Clerk Cum Typist Level-2 ₹19,900 C-2 200
Junior Clerk Cum Typist Level-2 ₹19,900 C-2 600
Trains Clerk Level-2 ₹19,900 A-3 188
Grand Total (All RRBs combined) 1,688

Note: Typing Skill Test (CBTST) has been dispensed with for Accounts Clerk and Junior Clerk; basic proficiency is evaluated post-appointment.

Vertical category reservation

CategoryPosts
Unreserved (UR)686
Scheduled Caste (SC)258
Scheduled Tribe (ST)167
Other Backward Classes (OBC)414
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)163
Total1,688

Horizontal reservation overview

CategorySeats
Ex-Servicemen (ExSM)162
PwBD - Locomotor Disability (LD)39
PwBD - Hearing Impaired (HI)37
PwBD - Visually Impaired (VI)21
PwBD - Multiple Disabilities (MD)15

Category distribution

Eligibility criteria

Minimum educational qualifications, medical requirements, and age relaxations as on 01-01-2027.

Educational qualification & medical standards

  • Prescribed Minimum Qualification: 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate from a recognized Board/University.
  • Relaxation on 50% Marks: The 50% aggregate condition is not insisted upon for SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and candidates possessing qualifications higher than 12th (+2 Stage).
  • Awaiting Results: Candidates whose final examination results have not been declared on or before 13.11.2026 are not eligible and should not apply.

LASIK Surgery Restrictions

Candidates who have undergone LASIK or any refractive corrective eye surgery are completely UNFIT for Medical Standard A-3 (Trains Clerk). Candidates opting for Trains Clerk must submit a self-declaration (Annexure VII) at DV. LASIK-operated candidates are eligible for B-2 & C-2 posts subject to the provisions of Railway Board Letter No. 2022/H/5/1/NER/Dalbir (Annexure VII-A).

Age limit & relaxations

18 to 30 years as on 01-01-2027 (General DOB range: 02.01.1997 to 01.01.2009).

Community / CategoryRelaxation
SC & ST candidates5 years (Born not earlier than 02.01.1992)
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 years (Born not earlier than 02.01.1994)
Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS)3 years after deduction of service length
Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL)6 years after deduction of service length
Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST)8 years after deduction of service length
PwBD (UR & EWS)10 years
PwBD (OBC-NCL)13 years
PwBD (SC & ST)15 years
Serving Group C & erstwhile Group D Railway staff (min 3 yrs)UR: up to 40 yrs | OBC: up to 43 yrs | SC/ST: up to 45 yrs
Widowed, divorced or judicially separated women (not remarried)UR/EWS: 35 yrs | OBC: 38 yrs | SC/ST: 40 yrs

Age proof is accepted strictly as recorded in SSC/SSLC/Matriculation/10th class certificates.

CBT examination structure

Comprehensive multi-tier computer-based test scheme, marking norms, and qualifying criteria.

1st Stage CBT (Screening Exam)

General AwarenessMathematicsReasoningTotal Qs / MarksDuration
403030 100 90 mins
(120 for PwBD scribes)
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for every incorrect response.
  • Nature: Screening test used to shortlist candidates for 2nd Stage CBT.
  • Shortlisting Ratio: 15 times the category-wise vacancies in the chosen RRB based on normalized marks.

2nd Stage CBT (Final Merit Scoring)

General AwarenessMathematicsReasoningTotal Qs / MarksDuration
503535 120 90 mins
(120 for PwBD scribes)
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer.
  • Qualifying Marks: UR / EWS: 40% | OBC-NCL / SC: 30% | ST: 25% (2 marks relaxation for PwBD if shortfall occurs).
  • Merit List: Normalized marks from this stage decide shortlisting for DV & Medical in 1:1 ratio.

Examination fee & refunds

Online fee payment is accepted via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, and UPI until 15.11.2026 (23:59 hrs).

Fee & refund scheme

Candidate CategoryFeeRefund on Appearing in CBT-1
SC / ST / ExSM / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC ₹250 Full ₹250 refunded (less bank charges) upon appearing in 1st Stage CBT
All other candidates (UR / OBC-CL / Male) ₹500 ₹400 refunded (less bank charges) upon appearing in 1st Stage CBT
Application Modification Fee (Per Occasion) ₹250 Non-refundable (Window: 16.11.2026 to 25.11.2026)
Refund Protocol: Fee refunds are credited strictly into the bank account linked/seeded with your validated identity. No refunds are admissible for rejected or non-submitted applications.

Quick fee estimator

Modification fee of ₹250 applies extra if changes are made during the modification window (16–25 Nov 2026).

How to apply online

Applications are received exclusively through the unified official RRB portal: https://rrbapply.gov.in.

1. Create an Account

Register with an active mobile number & personal email ID. Authenticate identity via DigiLocker. Details entered during account creation cannot be changed later.

2. Select Single RRB & Post Preferences

Apply to ONLY one RRB. Select Railway Zones / Production Units and order of post preferences. Multiple applications across RRBs lead to outright rejection and lifetime debarment.

3. Live Photo Capture & Signature Upload

Take a live photo via webcam/mobile against a plain white background (dark clothing recommended). Upload scanned signature in running handwriting (black ink, 30–49 KB JPG).

4. Fee Payment & Confirmation

Complete fee payment before 15.11.2026. A confirmation SMS/email is issued upon successful transaction. Retain a printout of the finalized application form.

5. Modification Window

Corrections (except Account details and chosen RRB) allowed from 16.11.2026 to 25.11.2026 upon payment of ₹250 per occasion.

Live Photo Instructions

  • No pre-existing photos or snapshots of photos are accepted.
  • Plain white backdrop; no caps, masks, or spectacles permitted.
  • Head & face must cover at least 50% of frame; eyes must be wide open.

Signature Guidelines

  • Black ink pen on white paper in cursive / running handwriting.
  • Signatures written in BLOCK / CAPITAL letters will be rejected.
  • Dimensions: Min 140 × 60 px | File size: 30 KB to 49 KB (JPG/JPEG).

Official Schedule

26 September 2026

Employment News publication date

15 Oct 2026

Opening of online application portal

13 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM

Closing date for online submissions

15 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM

Last date for application fee payment

16 Nov 2026 → 25 Nov 2026

Application modification window

Scribe & PwBD Provisions

Scribe Assistance: Available for candidates with Blindness, Locomotor (Both Arms Affected - BA), and Cerebral Palsy. Other categories require medical certificates as per Annexure V(F) & V(D).

Compensatory Time: 20 minutes per hour of examination (total duration: 120 minutes) is provided to all eligible PwBD candidates.

Scribe Registration: Scribes must register independently on rrbapply.gov.in to generate an OTR number before confirmation on the candidate portal.

Key rules & conditions

Candidates can choose only ONE RRB. Attempting to apply to multiple RRBs or submitting multiple forms leads to immediate rejection of all applications and lifetime debarment from RRB/RRC exams under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024.

Free Sleeper Class Railway Travel Pass is provided with the e-call letter for eligible SC/ST candidates who upload a valid caste certificate (PDF < 400 KB). The original caste certificate and a valid photo ID must be shown during the journey.

OBC-NCL certificates must be issued on or after 01.04.2026 and not later than the application closing date (13.11.2026), accompanied by Annexure II-A self-declaration. EWS income and asset certificates must be based on FY 2025-26.

Electronic gadgets (mobile phones, smartwatches, earphones, calculators), books, notes, pens, pencils, pouches, and personal bags are strictly banned inside test centers. Pens will be provided inside the examination hall.
Helpdesk & Technical Support
Helpline Phone: 9592001188 / 01725653333  |  Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on working days).
Always verify notifications on the unified RRB portal https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.

Summary prepared by Licchavi Lyceum from Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. CEN 07/2026. Candidates must cross-check all information with official RRB notifications before applying.