The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB NTPC 10+2 UG Recruitment 2026 notification for undergraduate-level non-technical positions. Eligible candidates must complete their online submissions by 13 November 2026 to secure their candidacy for the upcoming Computer Based Tests. Aspirants are advised to carefully verify their eligibility criteria and adhere strictly to the fee payment deadlines.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued RRB NTPC 10+2 UG Recruitment 2026. Candidates can apply online until 13 November 2026. Total Vacancies: Various Posts. Application Fee for General candidates is ₹ 500/-. Eligibility age criteria: 18 to 35 Years. Direct server links to apply, view merit list, and download syllabus PDF are available in the Direct Useful Links table below.
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Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date 15 October 2026
- Online Apply Last Date 13 November 2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment 15 November 2026
- Exam Date Notify Later
- Exam City Details 10 Days Before Exam
- Admit Card 04 Days Before Exam
- Result Date Will Be Updated Here Soon
Application Fee & Payment
- General / OBC / EWS ₹ 500/- (Exempted)
- SC / ST / EBC ₹ 250/- (Exempted)
- All Category female ₹ 250/- (Exempted)
- Fee Refund General / OBC : Rs. 400/- will be refunded and Other candidates : Rs. 250/- will be refunded to the bank account after appearing in Stage I Exam. (Exempted)
Age Limit & Eligibility
- Age Calculated As On As on 01 August 2026
- Upper Age Relaxation As Per Government Norms
Total Vacancy Overview
Salary, Pay Scale & 7th CPC Allowances
Selected candidates for RRB NTPC 10+2 UG Recruitment 2026 receive remuneration as per the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix.
- Pay Matrix: As Per 7th Central / State Pay Commission Rules
- Basic Pay: Check official notification for exact basic scale
- Metro (X-City) In-Hand: Standard Government Pay with DA (50%), HRA & TA
- State/Town (Y/Z City): Standard Government Pay with DA (50%), HRA & TA
- Allowances Included: Dearness Allowance (DA 50%), HRA (9%-27%), Transport Allowance (TA), NPS Contribution & Medical
| Post Name / Cadre | Department | Total Posts | Educational Qualification Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non Technical Popular Categories NTPC 10+2 Under Graduate Level | General / Respective Cadre | General | |
| — | General / Respective Cadre | Check Notice |
| Candidate Category | Permissible Age Relaxation | Mandatory Document / Verification Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer) | 3 Years | Must produce valid OBC-NCL certificate issued in prescribed format |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years | Applicable for all central and state reservations |
| PwBD / Divyangjan (General / Unreserved) | 10 Years | Minimum 40% permanent benchmark disability certificate needed |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 3 yrs OBC) |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 5 yrs SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 Years + Service Rendered | Deduction of military service from actual age |
| Stage / Paper | Subjects & Question Distribution | Total Marks / Questions | Duration & Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT-1 (Screening Test) | Mathematics (20), Mental Ability & Reasoning (25), General Science (20), General Awareness (10) | 75 Questions / 75 Marks | 60 Minutes 1/3rd Negative Marking |
| CBT-2: Part A (Merit Ranking) | Maths (25), General Intelligence (25), Basic Science & Engineering (40), General Awareness (10) | 100 Questions / 100 Marks | 90 Minutes 1/3rd Negative Marking |
| CBT-2: Part B (Trade Test) | Relevant Technical Trade Syllabus (ITI / Diploma / Degree standard) | 75 Questions / 75 Marks | 60 Minutes Mandatory 35% Qualifying Mark |
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online
- Visit the Official Portal: Open the authorized website of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) and locate the online application link under the recruitment section.
- One-Time Registration (OTR): New applicants must complete registration using an active email address and mobile number. Note down the system-generated Registration ID and Password sent via SMS.
- Fill Personal & Educational Credentials: Log in and carefully enter your Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth (as recorded in Class 10th certificate), Category, Address, and Educational qualifications.
- Upload Scanned Photograph & Signature: Upload recent color passport photograph (Size: 20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG/JPG format, white background, taken within 3 months) and clear running-hand signature (Size: 10 KB to 20 KB, black or blue ink).
- Upload Category / Qualification Certificates: Upload required scanned copies of Caste/EWS certificate, Matriculation certificate, and degree marksheet if prompted by the system (PDF size: 100 KB to 300 KB).
- Pay Application Fee Online: Verify all entered details using the 'Preview Form' button, then proceed to the online payment gateway. Pay via UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. Do not refresh or close browser during payment processing.
- Download & Print Confirmation Page: Upon successful transaction, download the final submitted application form and fee receipt. Keep at least 2 printed copies safe for future examination stages and Document Verification (DV).
Required Documents Checklist for Online Application
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Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate FAQs)
RRB NTPC 10+2 UG Recruitment 2026 — Comprehensive Guide & Key Details
Cadre Scope, Departmental Role & Notification Background
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has initiated the official recruitment drive for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) at the 10+2 Under Graduate level for 2026. This recruitment tier targets positions that form the vital operational and administrative backbone of the Indian Railways network, bridging field execution and zonal headquarters management. Candidates selected through this process are deployed across various railway zones and production units, handling public interaction, freight operations, commercial documentation, and station administration. The official notification sets the parameters for systemic deployment, ensuring that candidates possessing foundational higher secondary qualifications can enter administrative and operational cadres within the national transporter.
Operating under the direct jurisdiction of the Ministry of Railways, RRB coordinates regional boards to simplify candidate shortlisting. The 2026 cycle arrives with heightened competition, necessitating a rigorous approach to application filing and subsequent CBT preparation. The online application gateway opens on 15 October 2026, giving aspirants a tightly managed window to complete their registrations before the 13 November 2026 deadline.
Examination Scheme, Cutoff Benchmarks & Selection Criteria
The selection architecture for the RRB NTPC 10+2 UG Recruitment 2026 follows a multi-stage process designed to rigorously filter candidates across aptitude, technical literacy, and practical clerical skills. The primary tier consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) covering Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness. Candidates who clear the initial benchmarks advance to subsequent CBT stages, followed by Computer Based Aptitude Tests or Typing Skill Tests depending on the specific post chosen. Final selection hinges on normalized scores across these tiers, followed by Document Verification (DV) and Medical Fitness Examinations administered by railway hospitals.
- First Stage CBT: Serves as a screening test with normalized scoring and standard negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect response.
- Skill/Aptitude Tests: Evaluates typing speed (English/Hindi) or operational aptitude for relevant traffic and commercial posts.
- Normalization Formula: Applied across multiple shifts to counter variation in question paper difficulty levels.
- Reservation Benchmarks: Implemented strictly as per government directives for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, and Ex-Servicemen categories.
Candidate Action Plan & Verification Guidelines
Securing a position through the RRB NTPC 10+2 UG Recruitment 2026 requires meticulous adherence to procedural guidelines during registration and post-exam verification. Applicants must ensure that identity proofs, photograph specifications, and educational certificates match exact board formatting rules. During the fee payment phase—closing on 15 November 2026—candidates should retain transaction references, noting that partial fee refunds are processed post-CBT appearance for eligible categories.
Document Verification (DV) serves as the ultimate filtration step. Candidates must possess original category certificates (OBC-NCL issued within the designated financial year, valid EWS income certificates, and central-format caste certificates for SC/ST). Any discrepancy between application data and physical certificates during DV results in immediate disqualification without appeal. Aspirants should monitor the official RRB portals for city intimation slips 10 days prior to the exam and e-call letters 4 days prior to the scheduled examination date.