RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2025-26 Out – Apply Online for 3058 Vacancies
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the detailed notification for the recruitment of Undergraduate Level posts under the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC). Officially advertised under CEN No. 07/2025, this massive recruitment drive aims to fill 3,058 vacancies across various Indian Railway zones. Eligible 12th-pass candidates can secure prestigious central government roles such as Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Trains Clerk. The highly anticipated CBT-1 examinations are scheduled to commence in multiple phases starting from May 7, 2026.
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2025-26 — Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board |
| Post Name | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 3,058 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Level 2 & Level 3 of 7th CPC (Basic ₹19,900 to ₹21,700 approx.) |
| Qualification | 12th Pass (10+2 Stage) or equivalent. |
| Job Location | All India |
| Apply Last Date | 4 Dec 2025 |
| Official Website | Visit Official Site |
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2025-26 Important Dates
1 Registration & Fee Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Application Begin | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 Dec 2025 |
| Closure for Editing (Correction) | 7 Dec 2025 – 16 Dec 2025 |
Exam Timeline & Status Tracker
Live status of every stage — from notification to final result. Statuses update automatically each day.
27 Oct 2025
28 Oct 2025
4 Dec 2025
27 Apr 2026
3 May 2026
Released exactly 4 days before individual exam dates.
7 May 2026
Phase 1 (May 7-9) and Phase 2 (June 13-21)
Vacancy Details
| Name of the Post | 2424 |
|---|---|
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 394 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 163 |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 77 |
| Total | 3058 |
Note: The final number of vacancies may undergo change after getting firm numbers from Cadre Controlling Authorities.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age. Standard upper age limit relaxations apply as per government norms: an age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST candidates, and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates.
Qualification
Applicants must have successfully passed the 12th Standard (+2 Stage) or its equivalent examination from a recognized Education Board. Furthermore, for specific roles like Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum Typist, candidates must possess a baseline typing proficiency in English or Hindi on a computer.
Selection Process
CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test, Document Verification & Medical Examination.
The RRB NTPC UG recruitment is a multi-stage process designed to test the aptitude and skills of the candidates. Shortlisting is done strictly on the basis of merit secured in the computer-based tests.
Stage 1: Phase I: Online Preliminary Examination
- Objective type computer-based examination.
- Comprises four sections: General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning.
- Acts as a screening test; marks are not counted for final selection.
Stage 2: Phase II: Online Main Examination
- Combination of Objective and Descriptive type questions.
- Paper I: Economic and Social Issues (Objective + Descriptive).
- Paper II: English (Writing Skills) (Descriptive).
- Paper III: Finance and Management (Objective + Descriptive).
Stage 3: Phase III: Psychometric Test & Personal Interview
- Shortlisted candidates must undergo a Psychometric Test before the interview.
- The Personal Interview carries significant weightage (typically 75 marks).
- Final merit list is prepared based on the aggregate marks obtained in Phase II and the Personal Interview.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
- CBT 1 (90 Minutes, 100 Marks): The preliminary screening test comprises General Awareness (40 questions), Mathematics (30 questions), and General Intelligence & Reasoning (30 questions).
- CBT 2 (90 Minutes, 120 Marks): The main examination consists of General Awareness (50 questions), Mathematics (35 questions), and General Intelligence & Reasoning (35 questions).
Note: There is a strict negative marking penalty of 1/3rd of the allotted marks for every incorrect answer.
Expert Tip
Your selected RRB Zone cannot be modified once the application is submitted. Ensure your Aadhaar is unlocked and verified to avoid biometric authentication issues during the CBT-1 exam day.
How to Apply for RRB NTPC Undergraduate Notification 2025-26
- 1
Visit the official RRB application portal (rrbapply.gov.in) or your regional RRB website.
- 2
Navigate to the "CEN No. 07/2025 (Undergraduate Posts)" recruitment tab.
- 3
If you are a new user, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) profile.
- 4
Log in and carefully fill out the detailed application form, ensuring you select your preferred RRB Zone correctly.
- 5
Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph and signature as per the official notification specifications.
- 6
Pay the required application fee online and submit your form.
Complete application before: 4 Dec 2025 at 6:29 PM
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
There are a total of 3,058 undergraduate (12th level) vacancies distributed across posts like Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk, and Junior Clerk.
The CBT-1 exams are scheduled to take place across Phase 1 (May 7, 8, 9, 2026) and Phase 2 (June 13, 14, 16-21, 2026).
No, the Computer-Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) is only required for specific typing posts, such as Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum Typist.
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