RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026: 1,688 Vacancies, CEN 07/2026

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB NTPC UG Notification 2026 under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) 07/2026 to recruit candidates for 1,688 undergraduate-level vacancies across four posts. The notification was issued on September 26, 2026, and the online application process commenced on October 15, 2026. Eligible candidates who have passed Class 12 can apply online until November 13, 2026 (11:59 PM). The last date for application fee payment is November 15, 2026, while the application modification window will remain open from November 16 to 25, 2026. The notification includes details about eligibility criteria, age limit, vacancies, salary, selection process and examination pattern.

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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026: Overview

RRB NTPC Undergraduate recruitment is for candidates who have passed Class 12. Here are the key details of CEN 07/2026.

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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026 PDF Download

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate notification PDF is the detailed Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) 07/2026, released on 14 October 2026 on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and the regional RRB websites. The full notification has the RRB-wise and category-wise vacancies, eligibility, fee, EBC and PwBD conditions, exam pattern and application rules, so download it and read it before you apply. RRB publishes any corrigendum on the same websites, so check for one before submitting your form.

How to Download RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026 PDF?

You can download the detailed CEN 07/2026 in a few steps:

• Go to rrb.indianrailways.gov.in, or the website of any regional RRB.
• Open the "Recruitment" or "Employment Notices" section.
• Find CEN 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate).
• Open the detailed notification PDF and save it to your device.
• Check for any later corrigendum before you apply.

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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam Notification 2026: Important Dates

The RRB NTPC UG important dates 2026 below are from CEN 07/2026. Only the CBT 1 date is still to be announced.

RRB NTPC Undergraduate Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate vacancy 2026 is 1,688. This is lower than the last two cycles (3,445 in 2024 and 3,058 in 2025), so expect tougher competition. Here is the post-wise split, with the duties of each post explained in the job profile.

The category-wise split of the 1,688 posts under CEN 07/2026 is given below. RRB-wise figures are in the detailed PDF.

RRB NTPC Undergraduate Eligibility Criteria 2026

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate eligibility has three parts: Class 12 qualification, age limit and medical fitness. All conditions must be met by the closing date, 13 November 2026.

Educational Qualification

You need to have passed Class 12 (+2 stage) or an equivalent exam. The RRB NTPC UG Qualification rules are:

• General candidates need at least 50% marks in Class 12. SC, ST, ex-servicemen and PwBD candidates, and those with a higher qualification such as a graduation, do not need 50%.
• No separate typing qualification is needed at the application stage for Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum Typist.
• Candidates whose Class 12 result is awaited are not eligible; the qualification must be complete by the closing date.

Age Limit

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate age limit 2026 is 18 to 30 years, counted as on 1 January 2027.

Age Relaxation

Reserved categories get relaxation in the upper age limit under CEN 07/2026.

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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Application Fee 2026

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate application fee is ₹500 or ₹250 depending on your category. Most of it is refunded after you appear in CBT 1, minus bank charges.

EBC (Economically Backward Class) is a fee concession, not a reservation category. In RRB notices, it covers candidates whose annual family income is below ₹50,000, supported by an income certificate from a competent authority or a BPL card. Answer "Yes" to the EBC question in the form only if you meet the conditions in para 7.3 of CEN 07/2026 and can show the certificate at document verification.

How to Apply Online for RRB NTPC Undergraduate 2026?

The apply link for CEN 07/2026 is active on rrbapply.gov.in until 13 November 2026, 11:59 pm. If you also applied for the Graduate-level posts (CEN 06/2026), this is a separate application. Keep your Class 10 and Class 12 certificates, category or EBC certificate (if applicable), a recent photograph and your signature ready. Follow these steps:

• Go to rrbapply.gov.in and create an account, or log in with your existing RRB account.
• Open the CEN 07/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate) application.
• Choose your RRB and select your posts in order of preference.
• Fill in your personal, category and Class 12 details.
• Capture your photo and upload your signature as instructed on the portal.
• Pay the application fee online.
• Review the form, submit it, and download the confirmation page.

Submit only one application for CEN 07/2026. In past RRB cycles, account details and the chosen RRB could not be changed after submission.

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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Selection Process 2026

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate selection process has two CBTs, followed by document verification and medical examination. CBT 1 is a screening test, and candidates must clear the CBT 1 cut off to reach CBT 2; the final merit is based on CBT 2.

Under CEN 07/2026, the typing skill test has been dispensed with for Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum Typist, in line with the change made for the Graduate-level typist posts under CEN 06/2026. Earlier cycles required 30 words per minute in English or 25 words per minute in Hindi.

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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam Pattern 2026

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate exam pattern 2026 is the same as the last cycle. Both CBTs have the same three subjects, 90 minutes each, and a 1/3 mark penalty for every wrong answer.

RRB NTPC Undergraduate CBT 1 Exam Pattern

CBT 1 has 100 questions for 100 marks in 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates with a scribe).

RRB NTPC Undergraduate CBT 2 Exam Pattern

CBT 2 has 120 questions for 120 marks in 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates with a scribe). Its level is higher than CBT 1, and your CBT 2 marks decide the final merit.

RRB NTPC Undergraduate Syllabus 2026

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate syllabus 2026 is the same for both CBTs. You can start preparing now with these topics, which carry the most questions, along with a preparation strategy and the best books.

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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Salary 2026

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate salary is paid under the 7th Pay Commission. Commercial cum Ticket Clerk has the highest starting basic pay at ₹21,700 (Level 3), while the other three posts start at ₹19,900 (Level 2). DA (currently 60% of basic pay), HRA and transport allowance are paid on top of basic pay, so in-hand salary is higher than the basic pay shown below.

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RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam Date 2026

The RRB NTPC Undergraduate exam date 2026 has not been announced. In past cycles, the CBT 1 schedule came a few months after the application window closed. The exam city slip is released about 10 days before the exam, and the admit card about 4 days before, on the regional RRB websites. After the exam, RRB releases the answer key and then the CBT 1 result. Start preparing now with previous year papers, since the gap between the notice and the exam is usually enough to cover the syllabus.

RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026: FAQs

Q1. Is the RRB NTPC Undergraduate notification 2026 released?

Yes. The detailed CEN 07/2026 was released on 14 October 2026 for 1,688 vacancies, and applications are open till 13 November 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are announced under RRB NTPC Undergraduate recruitment 2026?

1,688 vacancies: 700 Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, 600 Junior Clerk cum Typist, 200 Accounts Clerk cum Typist and 188 Trains Clerk.

Q3. Where can I download the RRB NTPC Undergraduate notification 2026 PDF?

The detailed CEN 07/2026 PDF is available on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and the regional RRB websites.

Q4. What are the important dates for RRB NTPC Undergraduate recruitment 2026?

Applications run from 15 October to 13 November 2026, the fee is payable till 15 November and the correction window is 16 to 25 November. The exam date is not announced yet.

Q5. What is the last date to apply for RRB NTPC Undergraduate 2026?

The last date is 13 November 2026, up to 11:59 pm.

Q6. What is the eligibility criteria for RRB NTPC Undergraduate recruitment 2026?

You need to have passed Class 12 or equivalent and be 18 to 30 years old as on 1 January 2027.

Q7. What is the age limit for RRB NTPC Undergraduate posts in 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on 1 January 2027, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC-NCL.

Q8. What educational qualifications are required for RRB NTPC Undergraduate 2026?

Class 12 (+2 stage) or equivalent. General candidates need 50% marks, while SC, ST, ex-servicemen, PwBD and higher-qualified candidates are exempt.