Candidates who have completed Class 12 and are looking for a government job in Indian Railways may soon get a new opportunity. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released a short notice for the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026, announcing 1,688 vacancies under various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC).

According to the recruitment information, the online registration process is scheduled to begin on October 15, 2026. Eligible candidates will be able to submit their applications until 11:59 PM on November 13, 2026.

The detailed recruitment notification under CEN 07/2026 is scheduled to be released on October 14, 2026. Candidates should read the detailed notice before applying, as it will contain the final information on RRB-wise vacancies, eligibility conditions, reservation, examination rules and other requirements.

RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

The short notification for the recruitment has been issued, while the detailed advertisement is expected on October 14.

The application window will open a day later, on October 15, and remain available until November 13, 2026.

Candidates should verify these dates against the detailed notification once it is published.

1,688 Vacancies Across Four Railway Posts

The recruitment drive covers four undergraduate-level NTPC posts. Of the total 1,688 vacancies, the largest number has been indicated for Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk.

The reported post-wise distribution is:

Detailed RRB-wise and category-wise vacancy information is expected to be available in the full notification.

Educational Qualification: Who Can Apply?

Applicants for these undergraduate-level NTPC positions must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.

For posts involving typing duties, including Accounts Clerk Cum Typist and Junior Clerk Cum Typist, candidates will also have to satisfy the prescribed typing proficiency requirements in English or Hindi on a computer.

Candidates should wait for the detailed CEN 07/2026 notification to confirm the complete post-wise educational and typing requirements.

Age Limit for RRB NTPC UG Recruitment

According to the recruitment details, applicants should be between 18 and 30 years of age as of January 1, 2027.

Candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories may receive relaxation in the upper age limit according to applicable government rules.

The detailed notification should be checked for category-specific age relaxation and the dates used to determine eligibility.

Salary Under the 7th Pay Commission

Selected candidates will receive salary according to the applicable 7th Central Pay Commission pay structure.

The initial basic pay indicated for Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk is ₹21,700.

The starting basic pay for Train Clerk, Accounts Clerk Cum Typist and Junior Clerk Cum Typist is stated as ₹19,900.

Eligible employees may also receive applicable allowances and benefits under railway and central government rules. Actual take-home salary will vary depending on allowances, deductions and place of posting.

RRB NTPC 2026 Application Fee

The reported application fee is ₹500 for General and OBC candidates.

A reduced fee of ₹250 is indicated for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, women, PwBD, transgender, minority and Economically Backward Class candidates, subject to the conditions specified in the official notification.

Candidates who appear for CBT-1 may be eligible for a refund of the prescribed portion of the examination fee. According to the recruitment details, General/OBC candidates may receive ₹400 after deduction of applicable bank charges, while candidates who paid the concessional ₹250 fee may receive the applicable refund under the prescribed rules.

Candidates should check the detailed notification for the final fee and refund conditions.

How Will Candidates Be Selected?

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate selection process is expected to involve multiple stages. Candidates will initially appear for the first-stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1), followed by CBT-2.

Candidates applying for posts requiring typing proficiency may then have to take a Typing Skill Test. Those who qualify through the applicable stages will proceed to Document Verification and Medical Examination.

Final selection will depend on fulfilling all applicable recruitment and medical standards.

CBT-1 Exam Pattern

According to the recruitment information, CBT-1 will contain 100 questions, with candidates getting 90 minutes to complete the examination.

The reported subject distribution is:

• General Awareness – 40 questions
• Mathematics – 30 questions
• General Intelligence and Reasoning – 30 questions

CBT-2 Will Have 120 Questions

The second-stage computer-based examination is expected to contain 120 questions.

The reported distribution is:

• General Awareness – 50 questions
• Mathematics – 35 questions
• General Intelligence and Reasoning – 35 questions

Both CBT-1 and CBT-2 are stated to carry negative marking of one-third of a mark for each incorrect answer.

Candidates should verify the final exam pattern from the detailed notification because the short notice may not contain every examination condition.

How to Apply for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026

Once applications open, candidates should use the official RRB application system or the relevant regional RRB website.

New applicants will first need to complete the required registration process. They can then provide their personal details, educational qualifications and other information requested in the application.

Candidates must upload the prescribed photograph, signature and supporting documents where required. After paying the applicable examination fee, they should carefully review the form before final submission.

A copy of the completed application and payment details should be saved for future reference.

Detailed Notification Coming on October 14

The most important point for candidates is that the currently available information is based on the short recruitment notice. The detailed RRB NTPC Undergraduate CEN 07/2026 notification is scheduled for October 14, 2026.

It is expected to clarify regional vacancy distribution, category-wise reservations, detailed qualifications, examination procedures, typing requirements, medical standards and other recruitment conditions.

Candidates interested in any of the 1,688 NTPC undergraduate vacancies should therefore read the full notification carefully before submitting their application from October 15, 2026. They should also use only official RRB recruitment portals and avoid unofficial websites claiming to guarantee railway jobs or selection.