RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 3,445 12th Pass Posts in Indian Railways
Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones
Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Railway Recruitment Boards
Online Application Window
Application window closed on 20 Oct 2026
Stage 1: 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1
100 Questions, 100 Marks, 90 Minutes Screening Examination with 1/3 Negative Marking)
Stage 2: 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2
120 Questions, 120 Marks, 90 Minutes Level-wise Merit Examination)
Stage 3: Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTT
Qualifying 30 wpm in English or 25 wpm in Hindi for Junior Clerk cum Typist & Accounts Clerk cum Typist)
Stage 4: Document Verification
(DV) & Biometric Identity Verification (Shortlisted at 1:1 ratio based on CBT-2 performance)
15-Second Executive Decision Summary
Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification
3,445
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (Pay Level 3), Junior Clerk cum Typist (Pay Level 2), Accounts Clerk cum Typist (Pay Level 2)
TWELFTH PASS
Verify My Eligibility18 – 36 Yrs
as on 1 Jul 2026
₹19,900–₹69,100
View In-Hand SimulatorAbout this Recruitment
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially released Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 06/2026 for recruitment to 3,445 vacancies of Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Undergraduate Level posts across 21 railway recruitment zones nationwide. Openings include 2,022 posts of Commercial cum Ticket Clerk carrying 7th CPC Pay Level 3 (Basic ₹21,700), along with 990 Junior Clerk cum Typist, 361 Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and 72 Trains Clerk positions carrying Pay Level 2 (Basic ₹19,900). Candidates who have passed Class 12 (10+2) with at least 50% aggregate marks (50% condition relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM and graduates) aged 18 to 36 years as of 01 July 2026 are eligible to apply. Selection entails a 100-mark screening CBT-1, a 120-mark merit CBT-2, Computer-Based Typing Skill Test for clerical cadres, Document Verification, and Railway Medical Fitness Test. Online applications are accepted on rrbapply.gov.in from 21 September 2026 through 20 October 2026.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- RRB CEN 06/2026 notification announced for 3,445 Undergraduate NTPC permanent vacancies across 21 zonal railways.
- Major openings include 2,022 Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (Level 3) and 1,423 Level 2 Clerical & Trains Clerk posts.
- Educational eligibility is 12th Pass (10+2) with minimum 50% marks; 50% criteria relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM and degree holders.
- Relaxed upper age limit of 36 years for General/EWS candidates with standard relaxation for OBC (3 yrs) and SC/ST (5 yrs).
- Application fee is ₹500 for UR/OBC (₹400 refunded after CBT-1 attendance) and ₹250 for reserved/female categories (fully refunded).
- Two-stage CBT examination followed by Computer-Based Typing Skill Test for Junior Clerk and Accounts Clerk posts.
Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
36 Years
* Age calculated as on: 1 July 2026
Category-Wise Age Relaxations:
⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)
Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 July 2026)
Important Dates & Timeline
Notification Released
19 September 2026
Application Start Date
21 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
20 October 2026
Exam Date
28 December 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (Pay Level 3) | 2022 | TWELFTH PASS |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist (Pay Level 2) | 990 | TWELFTH PASS |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist (Pay Level 2) | 361 | TWELFTH PASS |
| Trains Clerk (Pay Level 2) | 72 | TWELFTH PASS |
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator
Pay Level / Grade: 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) for Clerical and Trains Clerk posts; Level 3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) for Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, plus 50% Dearness Allowance, HRA, Transport Allowance, and Railway Medical Facilities.
Official Pay Scale
₹19,900 - ₹69,100
₹34,241
/ month (take-home)Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.
Approx Annual Gross (CTC)
₹4.54 LPA
Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer
Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker
1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1) — Screening
Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Test (Objective Multiple Choice)
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness (Current Events, Indian History, Polity, Geography, General Science) | 40 | 40 | 90 min |
| Mathematics (Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM/HCF, Ratio, Percentage, Mensuration, SI/CI, Profit & Loss) | 30 | 30 | 90 min |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning (Analogies, Number & Alphabetical Series, Coding-Decoding, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams) | 30 | 30 | 90 min |
Interactive Syllabus & Topic Study Tracker
Check off topics as you study — progress automatically saves to your browser.
Mathematics (CBT-1 & CBT-2)
0 / 5 doneGeneral Intelligence and Reasoning (CBT-1 & CBT-2)
0 / 5 doneGeneral Awareness (CBT-1 & CBT-2)
0 / 8 doneHow to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.
Navigate to the official centralized RRB recruitment portal at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in.
Click on 'Create an Account' to complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with an active mobile number and email ID.
Log in with credentials and select Centralized Employment Notice No. 06/2026 (NTPC Undergraduate Level Posts).
Fill in personal details, Aadhaar verification, community/category status, and educational details (Class 10th and 12th marks).
Choose your preferred Railway Recruitment Board (RRB Zone) and specify post priorities among Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, and Trains Clerk.
Upload recent passport-size photograph (35mm x 45mm, plain white background, 30 KB to 70 KB JPG) and clear signature (30 KB to 70 KB JPG).
Pay the application processing fee online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI gateway.
Submit the completed form and download the confirmation slip with the unique Registration Number for future reference.
Recent Color Passport Photograph
35mm x 45mm, clear white background, 30 KB to 70 KB, JPEG/JPG format
Scanned Signature
Black or blue ink on plain white paper, 30 KB to 70 KB, JPEG/JPG format
Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate & Marksheet
Proof of Date of Birth, PDF format under 500 KB
Class 12th (Intermediate / +2) Certificate & Marksheet
Proof of minimum educational qualification (50% marks), PDF under 500 KB
Community / Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS)
Central Government prescribed format issued by competent authority, PDF under 500 KB
Active Bank Account Details for CBT-1 Fee Refund
Account number, beneficiary name, and IFSC code for automatic fee refund transfer
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Application Fee Details
Payment Modes: Internet Banking, Debit / Credit Card (RuPay / Visa / MasterCard), UPI Gateway (Google Pay, PhonePe, BHIM)
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies announced in RRB NTPC Undergraduate CEN 06/2026?
Railway Recruitment Boards have advertised a total of 3,445 Undergraduate vacancies: Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (2,022 posts in Pay Level 3), Junior Clerk cum Typist (990 posts in Pay Level 2), Accounts Clerk cum Typist (361 posts in Pay Level 2), and Trains Clerk (72 posts in Pay Level 2).
What is the minimum educational qualification required for RRB NTPC Undergraduate posts?
Candidates must have passed 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate. The 50% marks condition is not insisted upon for SC, ST, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Ex-Servicemen, and candidates who possess higher educational qualifications than 12th (e.g. Graduation or Diploma).
What is the age limit for RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 36 years as of 01 July 2026. This includes a 3-year special age relaxation beyond the prescribed 33-year limit. Permissible upper age relaxation is: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates according to central government rules.
What is the application opening and last date for RRB NTPC CEN 06/2026?
The online application portal on rrbapply.gov.in opens on 21 September 2026 and closes on 20 October 2026 at 23:59 hours. The fee payment window closes on 22 October 2026, followed by an online correction window from 23 October to 01 November 2026.
What is the salary and pay level for RRB NTPC Undergraduate posts?
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk carries 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 3 with a starting Basic Pay of ₹21,700 and approximate in-hand monthly salary of ₹33,000 to ₹37,000. Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Trains Clerk carry Pay Matrix Level 2 with a Basic Pay of ₹19,900 and approximate in-hand monthly salary of ₹30,500 to ₹34,000, plus 50% DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and Railway pass privileges.
How much application fee is refunded after appearing in RRB NTPC CBT-1?
Out of the ₹500 fee paid by General, OBC, and EWS male candidates, ₹400 is refunded to their bank account after deducting applicable bank charges upon appearing in CBT-1. For SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, and EBC candidates, the entire ₹250 fee is refunded upon appearing in CBT-1.
What is the exam pattern and negative marking for RRB NTPC CBT-1?
CBT-1 is a 90-minute computer-based screening test consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions: General Awareness (40 questions), Mathematics (30 questions), and General Intelligence & Reasoning (30 questions). Each question carries 1 mark, with 1/3rd (0.33) marks deducted for every incorrect response. PwBD candidates with a scribe receive 120 minutes.
Which posts require a Computer-Based Typing Skill Test (CBTT)?
The typing test is required only for Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum Typist. Candidates must type at a minimum speed of 30 words per minute (wpm) in English or 25 wpm in Hindi on a computer without editing or spell-checking assistance. The test is qualifying in nature and no marks are added to the final merit list. Typing test is NOT required for Commercial cum Ticket Clerk or Trains Clerk.
Can 12th appearing or result-awaited candidates apply for CEN 06/2026?
No. Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification certificate and mark sheet as of the closing date for online registration (20 October 2026). Those awaiting final examination results are not eligible to apply.
How can candidates apply online for RRB NTPC Undergraduate posts?
Candidates must visit the official portal https://www.rrbapply.gov.in, complete One-Time Registration (OTR), login using their credentials, select CEN No. 06/2026 (Undergraduate Level), fill personal and academic details, upload photo and signature, pay the examination fee online, and submit the application.
Last Date to Apply
20 October 2026
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