RRB NTPC 12th Pass Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1688 Undergraduate Posts

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially launched the online application process for the Non-Technical Popular Categories Undergraduate recruitment under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) Number 07/2026. Through this national recruitment drive, Indian Railways aims to fill 1,688 vacancies across zonal railway divisions for Class 12 pass candidates. The posts open for selection include Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Trains Clerk. The centralized registration portal opened on October 15, 2026, and candidates can submit their applications until November 13, 2026.

Important Dates

Candidates must carefully observe the registration, fee payment, and modification window timelines established by the Railway Recruitment Boards.

• Official Notification Release Date: October 14, 2026
• Online Application Start Date: October 15, 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: November 13, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: November 15, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Application Form Modification Window: November 16 to November 25, 2026
• Tentative Schedule for Computer-Based Test (CBT-1): January or February 2027

Vacancy Details

The 1,688 vacancies under CEN 07/2026 are distributed across multiple railway zones and categories according to operational traffic and clerical requirements.

• Commercial cum Ticket Clerk: 850 Posts (Pay Level 3)
• Junior Clerk cum Typist: 480 Posts (Pay Level 2)
• Accounts Clerk cum Typist: 218 Posts (Pay Level 2)
• Trains Clerk: 140 Posts (Pay Level 2)

Category-wise reservations for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Ex-Servicemen, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are applied strictly in accordance with railway establishment rules.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must fulfill specific minimum educational marks, typing competencies where applicable, and age boundaries as of the cutoff date.

Educational Qualification & Post Requirements

• General Academic Requirement: Candidates must have passed the Class 12 (10+2) examination or its equivalent from a recognized state or central board with at least 50 percent aggregate marks.
• Exemption from 50 Percent Rule: The requirement of securing 50 percent marks in Class 12 is relaxed for candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories, as well as applicants who possess higher academic qualifications like graduation degrees.
• Typing Proficiency: For Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum Typist posts, candidates must achieve a typing speed of 30 words per minute in English or 25 words per minute in Hindi on a computer during the qualifying skill test.

Age Limit

The age criteria are calculated as of January 1, 2027:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 33 years for Unreserved and EWS candidates (including the standard 3-year age concession granted across railway recruitment).
• Age Relaxation: Upper age limits are relaxed by 5 years for SC and ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and up to 10 years for PwBD applicants.

Salary Structure & Pay Levels

Selected candidates receive structured central pay scales according to 7th Central Pay Commission matrices along with railway allowances.

• Commercial cum Ticket Clerk: Pay Level 3 (Basic Pay Rs 21,700 to Rs 69,100 per month).
• Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, and Trains Clerk: Pay Level 2 (Basic Pay Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200 per month).
• Allowances & Travel Passes: Appointed railway servants receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, Night Duty Allowance, free medical facilities in railway hospitals, and privilege travel passes.

Selection Process

The selection for RRB NTPC Undergraduate positions comprises four successive stages:

1. First Stage CBT (CBT-1): A common screening test comprising 100 objective questions covering General Awareness (40 questions), Mathematics (30 questions), and General Intelligence and Reasoning (30 questions) with 90 minutes duration.
2. Second Stage CBT (CBT-2): A 120-question comprehensive test containing 50 General Awareness, 35 Mathematics, and 35 Reasoning questions. Separate CBT-2 tests are administered for Level 2 and Level 3 posts.
3. Computer-Based Typing Skill Test: A qualifying test for typing posts where candidates must type without spell-check assistance.
4. Document Verification and Medical Examination: Verification of original educational certificates followed by railway medical fitness certification (A-3, B-2, or C-2 medical categories depending on the post).

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online exclusively through the official centralized RRB portal.

1. Visit the official unified railway recruitment portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
2. Click on the "Apply" button and select "Create an Account" if you are a new user. Enter your Aadhaar number, name, date of birth, email, and active mobile number.
3. Log in using your registered credentials.
4. Select CEN 07/2026 (Undergraduate Posts) and select your choice of Railway Recruitment Board zone. Choice of RRB zone cannot be altered after final submission.
5. Fill in your Class 12 marks, post preferences, and category details.
6. Upload scanned copies of your recent passport photograph with a plain white background and your signature.
7. Pay the application fee via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. (Fee is Rs 500 for General and OBC candidates, with Rs 400 refunded after attending CBT-1; fee is Rs 250 for SC, ST, Female, Transgender, and EBC candidates, with Rs 250 refunded in full after attending CBT-1).
8. Submit the application form and download the PDF confirmation receipt for future reference.

Official Links

• Official Railway Application Portal: rrbapply.gov.in
• Indian Railways Official Website: indianrailways.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the penalty for wrong answers in RRB NTPC CBT exams?

There is negative marking of one-third (1/3rd) marks for every incorrect answer in both CBT-1 and CBT-2 examinations.

Is the 50 percent marks requirement in Class 12 compulsory for graduates?

No. If an applicant holds a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university, the 50 percent marks requirement in Class 12 is waived, allowing them to apply regardless of their Class 12 percentage.

Can a candidate apply to more than one RRB zone for CEN 07/2026?

No. Candidates can select only one RRB zone for all undergraduate posts under CEN 07/2026. Submitting multiple applications across different RRBs will lead to outright rejection of all applications.