RRB NTPC Recruitment: 1,688 Undergraduate Posts Open Now!
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially commenced the application process for the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment drive. Under the Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) 07/2026, the board aims to fill a total of 1,688 vacancies across various Indian Railways zones.
Vacancy Breakdown and Salary Details
The recruitment drive offers several diverse roles for candidates who have completed their Class 12 (10+2) education. The 1,688 available positions are distributed as follows:
- Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk (Level-3): 700 vacancies with a basic salary of ₹21,700.
- Junior Clerk Cum Typist (Level-2): 600 vacancies with a basic salary of ₹19,900.
- Accounts Clerk Cum Typist (Level-2): 200 vacancies with a basic salary of ₹19,900.
- Trains Clerk (Level-2): 188 vacancies with a basic salary of ₹19,900.
Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit
To qualify for these undergraduate-level posts, applicants must adhere to the following requirements:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed Class 12 (10+2) with a minimum of 50% marks. However, specific exemptions regarding marks are available for SC/ST, PwBD, ex-servicemen, and candidates holding higher qualifications.
- Age Limit: Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years of age as of January 1, 2027. Age relaxations will be applied for reserved categories in accordance with government regulations.
Important Dates and Application Process
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal at www.rrbapply.gov.in. It is crucial to note the following deadlines to ensure a successful application:
- Application Deadline: November 13, 2026, until 11:59 PM.
- Fee Payment Deadline: November 15, 2026.
- Correction Window: November 16 to November 25, 2026.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection for these NTPC roles will be conducted through a rigorous multi-stage process, including two stages of Computer Based Tests (CBT 1 and CBT 2), followed by document verification and a medical examination.
CBT-1 Exam Structure
The common screening test, known as the CBT-1 Exam, will consist of 100 questions designed to test the following areas:
- General Awareness: 40 marks
- Mathematics: 30 marks
- Reasoning: 30 marks
Update for Graduate Candidates
In addition to the undergraduate recruitment, the RRB has noted that a separate drive for 3,477 graduate-level NTPC posts (CEN 06/2026) is currently underway. The application window for the graduate-level positions is set to close on November 6, 2026. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for both the undergraduate and graduate categories are permitted to apply for each position separately.