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RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026: 1,688 Vacancies, Dates, Eligibility & Exam Pattern

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026 (CEN 07/2026) for 1,688 vacancies in Indian Railways. Eligible candidates can apply online from 15 October to 13 November 2026.

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RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026: 1,688 Vacancies, Dates, Eligibility & Exam Pattern

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2026 (CEN 07/2026) for 1,688 vacancies in Indian Railways. Eligible candidates can apply online from 15 October to 13 November 2026.

If you are preparing for a railway government job, here are the key details you need to know.

RRB NTPC UG 2026: Important Dates

  • Notification: CEN 07/2026

  • Online application starts: 15 October 2026

  • Last date to apply: 13 November 2026

  • Last date for fee payment: 15 November 2026

  • Application correction window: 16–25 November 2026

  • Total vacancies: 1,688

The CBT exam dates will be announced separately by RRB.

Vacancy Details and Salary

Post Vacancies Initial Basic Pay
Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk 700 ₹21,700
Accounts Clerk Cum Typist 200 ₹19,900
Junior Clerk Cum Typist 600 ₹19,900
Trains Clerk 188 ₹19,900
Total 1,688  

Initial basic pay is as per the 7th CPC, excluding applicable allowances.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Age limit: 18–30 years, as prescribed in the notification, with applicable category-wise relaxations.

  • Educational qualification: Candidates must possess the prescribed undergraduate-level qualification by the application closing date. Check the official notification for post-wise requirements.

  • Nationality: Candidates must satisfy the nationality and citizenship conditions specified by RRB.

RRB NTPC UG Exam Pattern 2026

The recruitment process includes two Computer-Based Tests (CBT), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.

Exam Questions Duration
CBT 1 100 90 minutes
CBT 2 120 90 minutes

CBT 1 subjects: General Awareness (40), Mathematics (30), and General Intelligence & Reasoning (30).

CBT 2 subjects: General Awareness (50), Mathematics (35), and General Intelligence & Reasoning (35).

Each question carries 1 mark, and 1/3 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. The notification also states that the separate typing skill test has been dispensed with for this recruitment, although basic computer and typing proficiency is expected after joining for the relevant posts.

Application Fee

  • General category and other applicable candidates: ₹500

  • Eligible concession categories: ₹250

The notification provides for a fee refund, after applicable bank charges, to candidates who appear in CBT 1, subject to the prescribed conditions.

How to Prepare for RRB NTPC UG 2026

Start with the official syllabus and build a daily routine covering Mathematics, Reasoning, and General Awareness. Practise timed mock tests, revise current affairs, and analyse your mistakes after every attempt.

On TestSarthi, you can practise free railway mock tests, previous-year papers, topic-wise questions, and timed CBT-style tests. Use your test analysis to identify weak areas and improve speed and accuracy.

Start practising on TestSarthi: https://testsarthi.in/

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many vacancies are available in RRB NTPC UG 2026?

There are 1,688 vacancies across four undergraduate-level posts under CEN 07/2026.

2. What is the last date to apply for RRB NTPC UG 2026?

The online application deadline is 13 November 2026, at 11:59 PM.

3. Is there negative marking in RRB NTPC UG 2026?

Yes. One-third of a mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in CBT examinations.

4. Is the typing test compulsory for RRB NTPC UG 2026?

The separate Computer-Based Typing Skill Test has been dispensed with under CEN 07/2026. Basic computer and typing proficiency is still expected for the relevant posts after joining.

5. Where can I practise for RRB NTPC UG 2026?

You can use TestSarthi for free mock tests, previous-year papers, topic-wise practice, and performance analysis.

Official notification: RRB Official Website

Disclaimer: Check the official RRB notification for complete eligibility conditions, category-wise vacancies, and subsequent updates before applying.

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