The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have opened applications for 1,688 undergraduate-level posts under the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) through Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 07/2026. This is one of the biggest railway recruitment drives of the year for candidates who have passed Class 12, and the application window closes on 13 November 2026. Eligible candidates should apply online only through the official portal rrbapply.gov.in, and read the detailed CEN before submitting the form.
Vacancy Details
The 1,688 vacancies are spread across four undergraduate-level posts in all Railway Recruitment Boards. Commercial cum Ticket Clerk has the largest share with 700 posts, followed by Junior Clerk cum Typist with 600 posts, Accounts Clerk cum Typist with 200 posts and Trains Clerk with 188 posts. The posts are in Pay Level 2 and Level 3 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix. The indicative notice for this recruitment was released on 26 September 2026, and the detailed CEN followed with the full post-wise and RRB-wise vacancy table.
Eligibility
Candidates must have passed Class 12th or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board to apply for these posts. The detailed CEN carries the exact educational criteria, medical standards and age limits for each post, so candidates should check the post-wise eligibility in the official notification before applying. Only one application per candidate is accepted, and applications must be submitted online through rrbapply.gov.in.
Important Dates
Online applications for RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026 opened on 15 October 2026 and close on 13 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The last date for payment of the application fee for submitted applications is 15 November 2026. The examination date has not been announced yet and will be notified later on the official RRB websites. Candidates should not wait until the last day, as the portal usually sees heavy traffic near the deadline.
Selection Process
Selection for the NTPC undergraduate posts is through a computer-based test in two stages (CBT-1 and CBT-2), followed by a Typing Skill Test for the posts where it applies, and then document verification and medical examination. Candidates are advised to check the detailed CEN for the post-wise exam pattern and the qualifying requirements at each stage.
How to Apply
Visit the official application portal at rrbapply.gov.in and complete the online registration for CEN 07/2026. Fill in personal, educational and RRB preference details carefully, upload the required documents and photograph, pay the fee online and submit the form before 13 November 2026. Keep a copy of the submitted application and fee receipt for future reference, and check the official RRB website regularly for admit card and exam updates. Read the Hindi coverage of this recruitment here
Railway jobs remain among the most sought-after government jobs in India because of job security and the all-India posting. With 1,688 posts and a Class 12 qualification, this NTPC drive is a strong opportunity for young aspirants, but the window is short — apply well before the last date. Also read: TCS Recruitment 2026 guide for freshers
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