Can a candidate appearing in 12th board exams apply?

No. Candidates must have already passed 10+2 Intermediate on or before the closing date of application (13 November 2026).

Is the typing test mandatory for all posts in RRB NTPC 10+2?

No. Typing test is ONLY required for Accounts Clerk Cum Typist and Junior Clerk Cum Typist. Posts like Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk and Trains Clerk do NOT require a typing test.

Can I apply to multiple RRB zones?

No. Each candidate can select only ONE RRB zone. Multiple applications across zones will lead to automatic rejection of all applications.

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Official Source VerifiedRECRUITMENT NOTIFICATIONRAILWAYAll 21 Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB Zones Across India)

RRB NTPC 10+2 Inter Level Recruitment 2026: 1,688 Posts Notification Out (CEN 07/2026)

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)

1,688 Posts Posts

Online Applications Open

Live Gazette Verified

Online Applications OpenLast Date: 13 November 2026

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Short Notice for recruitment to Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) 10+2 Under Graduate (Inter Level) posts under CEN 07/2026 for 1,688 positions. Online application starts on 15 October 2026 and closes on 13 November 2026.

1,688 Posts Verified Vacancies

Started: 15 October 2026

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Official Gazette Overview & Key Specifications

Railway Recruitment

Important Dates

Official schedule & deadlines

Application Begin:15 October 2026

Last Date to Apply:13 November 2026

Fee Payment Last Date:15 November 2026

Exam Date:Notify Later (December 2026 / January 2027)

Application Fee

Category-wise prescribed charges

General / OBC / EWS:₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in Stage 1 CBT)

SC / ST / PH (PwBD):₹250 (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in Stage 1 CBT)

All Female Candidates:₹250 (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in Stage 1 CBT)

Payment Gateway Options:

Net Banking, Debit / Credit Card, UPI, or State E-Challan

Correction Charge:As per Commission Policy

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum requirements as on cutoff date

Prescribed Age Limit:18 - 30 Years (As on 01 January 2027) + Relaxation as per rules

SC / ST Age Relaxation:+5 Years (Standard)

OBC (Non-Creamy):+3 Years

PwBD Candidates:+10 to 15 Years

Key Qualification:

10+2 Intermediate with minimum 50% Marks (SC/ST/PH Pass Only) + Computer Typing (for Clerk/Typist)

Quick Recruitment Overview

Total Posts

1,688 Posts

Qualification

10+2 Intermediate with minimum 50% Marks (SC/ST/PH Pass Only) + Computer Typing (for Clerk/Typist)

Age Bracket

18 - 30 Years (As on 01 January 2027) + Relaxation as per rules

Application Start

15 October 2026

Last Date

13 November 2026

Location

All 21 Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB Zones Across India)

Organization

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)

Application Mode

Online (Official Portal)

Important Dates & Schedule

Official chronological timeline · 4 events

Gazette Verified

Event	Date	Status
Application Begin	15 October 2026	Opens
Last Date to Apply	13 November 2026	Deadline
Fee Payment Last Date	15 November 2026	Fee
Written Exam / CBT Date	Notify Later (December 2026 / January 2027)	Exam

Official Vacancy Breakdown

Post-wise and category-wise distribution verified from gazette notification

1,688 Posts Posts

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Unreserved (UR)

680

OBC (NCL)

455

EWS

173

253

127

Total Posts

1,688

Post-Wise Details & Educational Qualification

Post Name / Cadre	Department / Ministry	Vacancies	Pay Scale / Level	Eligibility / Qualification
Commercial Cum Ticket ClerkPay Level 3 (Undergraduate)	Commercial Department (Indian Railways)	As per Zone Roster	Pay Level 3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) + DA, HRA, Transport Allowance	10+2 Intermediate Exam from recognized Board with min 50% Marks (SC/ST/PH/PwBD: Pass Only)
Accounts Clerk Cum TypistPay Level 2 (Undergraduate)	Accounts & Finance Department	As per Zone Roster	Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) + Central Allowances	10+2 Intermediate with 50% Marks + Computer Typing (English: 30 WPM OR Hindi: 25 WPM)
Junior Clerk Cum TypistPay Level 2 (Undergraduate)	Operating / Personnel / Engineering Divisions	As per Zone Roster	Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) + Central Allowances	10+2 Intermediate with 50% Marks + Computer Typing (English: 30 WPM OR Hindi: 25 WPM)
Trains ClerkPay Level 2 (Undergraduate)	Traffic & Operating Department	As per Zone Roster	Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) + Running Allowances	10+2 Intermediate Exam from recognized Board with not less than 50% Marks (Pass for SC/ST)

Application Fee Structure

Prescribed fee by candidate category

Official Rates

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in Stage 1 CBT)
SC / ST / PH (PwBD)	₹250 (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in Stage 1 CBT)
All Female Candidates	₹250 (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in Stage 1 CBT)

Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Official SBI Challan

Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances except as per specific commission refund notifications.

Educational Eligibility

Prescribed qualifications as on cutoff date

12th

Minimum Qualification

10+2 Intermediate with minimum 50% Marks (SC/ST/PH Pass Only) + Computer Typing (for Clerk/Typist)

Age Limit & Relaxation

As calculated on the official cutoff date

Min Age

18 Years

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Max Age

30 Years

Category RelaxationUpper age relaxation admissible for SC/ST (5 Yrs), OBC (3 Yrs), and PwD candidates as per Govt rules.

Salary Structure & Pay Scale (7th CPC)

Government remuneration matrix and applicable central/state allowances

Pay Level 2 (7th CPC)

Pay Matrix Band

Level 2 to Level 3 (₹19,900 to ₹69,100 per month)

Additional Benefits & Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and Medical facilities as per rules.

Recruitment Selection Process & Stages

Prescribed assessment phases to qualify for final appointment

4 Stages

Stage 1

1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1)

Stage 2

2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2)

Stage 3

Typing Skill Test (30 WPM English / 25 WPM Hindi on Computer for Typist posts)

Stage 4

Document Verification (DV) & Medical Fitness Test

Official Examination Scheme & Pattern

1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1) - Common Screening Test• Marking scheme & subject breakdown

Online CBT (Objective MCQ)

Total Questions

100

Total Marks

100

Exam Duration

90 Minutes (120 Mins for PwBD)

Negative Marking

1/3rd (0.33) Marks deduction per wrong answer

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks
General Awareness (Current Affairs, Railway History, General Science)	40	40
Mathematics (Arithmetic, Algebra, Number System, Mensuration)	30	30
General Intelligence & Reasoning (Analogies, Coding, Syllogisms)	30	30

Documents Required for Online Application

Keep these original certificates and scanned copies ready before starting registration

7 Items

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph (with clear white background, taken within last 3 months).

Scanned signature in black or blue ink on white paper within prescribed dimensions.

Valid Government Photo ID Card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving License).

Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate & Marksheet for Date of Birth verification.

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets (Intermediate / Degree / Diploma as applicable).

Category / Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in Central/State Government prescribed format (if seeking reservation).

Active personal Mobile Number and Email ID for receiving registration OTP and official communications.

Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Apply Online

Official application procedure for Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)

9 Steps

Step 1: Go to the official unified Railway portal (rrbapply.gov.in) and click on 'Apply' -> 'Create an Account'.

Step 2: Enter Aadhaar number (or approved photo ID), candidate name, date of birth, mobile number, and active email ID.

Step 3: Complete Mobile and Email OTP verification to generate your unique Railway Registration ID.

Step 4: Log in to your portal and choose CEN 07/2026 (NTPC 10+2 Under Graduate Recruitment).

Step 5: Select your preferred Railway Recruitment Board (RRB Zone - only 1 zone selection permitted).

Step 6: Enter priority preferences for Level 3 and Level 2 posts according to your qualification.

Step 7: Upload passport-size color photograph (30-70 KB) and signature (30-70 KB) taken against a plain white background.

Step 8: Pay the application fee (₹500 for UR/OBC with ₹400 refundable after CBT-1; ₹250 for SC/ST/Female with full refund) through online gateway.

Step 9: Download and securely print the finalized confirmation application page.

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Download Official Recruitment Notification PDF (RRB NTPC 10+2) Official PDF	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)	Click Here
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Candidate Advisory & Official Guidelines

Differentiating statutory commission rules from HireOrbitAI practical advice

Statutory Commission Directives (Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB))

•One Candidate, One Application: Submission of multiple application forms for the same post may lead to summary cancellation of all submissions.
•Name & DOB Match: Candidate Name, Father's Name, and Date of Birth must match strictly with the Class 10th (Matriculation) certificate.
•Category Certificate Validity: OBC-NCL, EWS, and SC/ST certificates must be issued on or before the cutoff date in the prescribed format.
•Non-Refundable Fee: Application fees once remitted shall not be refunded or adjusted under any normal circumstances.

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•Safe Photo Guidelines: Use a recent photograph (under 3 months old) with a white background, without caps, spectacles, or masks. Keep 10 extra copies for exam day.
•Active Email & Phone: Retain the same registered mobile number and email ID until the final appointment order is issued.

Frequently Asked Questions (RRB NTPC 10+2)

Common candidate queries verified against the official recruitment notification

Candidates who appear in the 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1) get their fees refunded: UR and OBC candidates receive ₹400 refund back to their bank account (after ₹100 bank charges), while SC, ST, Female, Ex-Servicemen, and PwBD candidates receive the full ₹250 refund.

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