Railway Recruitment Boards have published Centralised Employment Notice 07/2026 for 1,688 undergraduate posts. Online applications are open from 15 October 2026 to 13 November 2026. Monthly pay ranges from Rs 19,900 to Rs 21,700 depending on the post. The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on 1 January 2027. Selection involves a 1st Stage Computer Based Test and a 2nd Stage Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification.
Key details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Advertisement number | 07/2026 |
| Notice date | 26 September 2026 |
| Posts | Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Trains Clerk |
| Total posts | 1,688 |
| Pay | Rs 19,900 to Rs 21,700, depending on the post |
| How to apply | Online |
| Last date | 13 November 2026 |
The recruitment drive covers 1,688 vacancies under Non-Technical Popular Categories undergraduate level. Applications are submitted online through the link on the official RRB website.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice publication date | 26 September 2026 |
| Opening date of online application | 15 October 2026 |
| Closing date for submission of online application | 13 November 2026 |
| Closing time | 23:59 hours |
| Last date for online fee payment | 15 November 2026 |
| Modification window for corrections | 16 November 2026 to 25 November 2026 |
| 1st Stage CBT exam date | Not given in the notice |
The online application portal opens on 15 October 2026. The closing date for submission of online applications is 13 November 2026 at 23:59 hours. The last date for online fee payment is 15 November 2026. The modification window for corrections in application form is open from 16 November 2026 to 25 November 2026. Dates for the computer based examinations are not stated in the notice.
Post-wise vacancies and pay
| Post Name | Category No | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Medical Standard | Age Limit | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | 1 | Level 3 | Rs 21,700 | B-2 | 18-30 years | 700 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 2 | Level 2 | Rs 19,900 | C-2 | 18-30 years | 200 |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | 3 | Level 2 | Rs 19,900 | C-2 | 18-30 years | 600 |
| Trains Clerk | 4 | Level 2 | Rs 19,900 | A-3 | 18-30 years | 188 |
| Grand Total | - | - | - | - | 18-30 years | 1,688 |
Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk has 700 vacancies in Pay Level 3 with initial pay of Rs 21,700. Accounts Clerk cum Typist has 200 vacancies in Pay Level 2 with initial pay of Rs 19,900. Junior Clerk Cum Typist has 600 vacancies in Pay Level 2 with initial pay of Rs 19,900. Trains Clerk has 188 vacancies in Pay Level 2 with initial pay of Rs 19,900. Total vacancies across participating Railway Recruitment Boards amount to 1,688. Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk has medical standard B2. Trains Clerk has medical standard A3. Accounts Clerk cum Typist and Junior Clerk Cum Typist have medical standard C2.
Category-Wise Reservation and Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vertical Vacancies | Horizontal Category | Horizontal Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 686 | Ex-Servicemen (ExSM) | 162 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 414 | Visually Impaired (VI) | 21 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 258 | Hearing Impaired (HI) | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 167 | Locomotor Disability (LD) | 39 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 163 | Multiple Disabilities (MD) | 15 |
| Total Vertical Seats | 1,688 | Other Disabilities (OD) | 0 |
Out of 1,688 total vacancies, 686 are unreserved. There are 414 vacancies reserved for OBC candidates. There are 258 vacancies reserved for SC candidates. There are 167 vacancies reserved for ST candidates. There are 163 vacancies reserved for EWS candidates. Horizontal reservation provides 162 vacancies for Ex-Servicemen across all boards. Under horizontal reservation there are 21 vacancies for VI candidates. There are 37 vacancies for HI candidates and 39 vacancies for LD candidates. Category MD has 15 vacancies under horizontal reservation. Detailed distribution of vacancies is given in Annexure B.
Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate |
| Trains Clerk | 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate |
The minimum educational qualification for all four posts is 12th stage or its equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in aggregate. The 50% marks is not to be insisted upon in case of SC, ST, Persons with Benchmark Disability, and Ex-servicemen. Candidates possessing qualifications higher than 12th stage are also exempted from the 50% marks requirement. Candidates must have educational qualifications from recognized institutions as on 13 November 2026. Candidates awaiting results of final examination for the qualification must not apply. A candidate must be either a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal, or a subject of Bhutan.
Age Limit and Category Relaxation
| Category / Community | Upper Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027) | Maximum Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| UR and EWS | 30 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1997) | No relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 33 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1994) | 3 years |
| SC and ST | 35 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1992) | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR and EWS) | 30 years + military service period + 3 years | 3 years after service deduction |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) | 30 years + military service period + 6 years | 6 years after service deduction |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC and ST) | 30 years + military service period + 8 years | 8 years after service deduction |
| PwBD (UR and EWS) | 40 years | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 43 years | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC and ST) | 45 years | 15 years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (UR and EWS) | 35 years | Up to 35 years of age |
| Widows / Divorced Women (OBC-NCL) | 38 years | Up to 38 years of age |
| Widows / Divorced Women (SC and ST) | 40 years | Up to 40 years of age |
The age limit for all posts is 18 to 30 years reckoned as on 1 January 2027. The lower age limit as on 01.01.2027 has date of birth not born after 01.01.2009. The upper age limit for UR and EWS has date of birth not earlier than 02.01.1997. The upper age limit for OBC-NCL has date of birth not earlier than 02.01.1994. The upper age limit for SC and ST has date of birth not earlier than 02.01.1992. Relaxation in upper age limit is 5 Years for SC and ST candidates. Relaxation in upper age limit is 3 Years for OBC non-creamy layer candidates. Ex-Servicemen receive age relaxation after deduction of length of service from age. Persons With Benchmark Disabilities have age relaxation of 10 Years for UR, 13 Years for OBC-NCL, and 15 Years for SC and ST. Widowed, divorced, or judicially separated women not remarried have maximum upper age of 35 years for UR, 38 years for OBC-NCL, and 40 years for SC and ST.
Application Fee and Refund Policy
| Fee Category | Amount Payable | Refund on Appearing in CBT 1 |
|---|---|---|
| For all candidates (except fee concession categories) | Rs 500 | Rs 400 (deducting bank charges) |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, EBC | Rs 250 | Rs 250 (deducting bank charges) |
The examination fee is Rs 500 for candidates other than the fee concession categories. An amount of Rs 400 is refunded duly deducting bank charges to candidates on appearing in 1st stage CBT. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, and Economically Backward Class pay Rs 250. This fee of Rs 250 is refunded duly deducting bank charges on appearing in 1st stage CBT. Only candidates on appearing in 1st stage CBT will get a refund of their examination fee. Fee payment can be made through online mode only using internet banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI. Economically Backward Class candidates are those whose annual family income is less than Rs 50,000. Refund of examination fees shall be credited only to the bank account seeded with the candidate Aadhaar number.
Selection Process and Stages
| Stage | Description | Nature of Stage |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT) | Common Screening Examination |
| Stage 2 | 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT) | Merit Scoring for Shortlisting |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification (DV) | Verification in 1:1 Ratio |
| Stage 4 | Medical Examination (ME) | Medical Fitness Testing |
The recruitment process involves 1st Stage Computer Based Test and 2nd Stage Computer Based Test. Candidates equal to the number of vacancies will be called for Document Verification. A Medical Examination is conducted following Document Verification. The Computer Based Typing Skill Test for Junior Clerk Cum Typist and Accounts Clerk Cum Typist has been dispensed with for CEN 07/2026. Candidates are expected to have typing proficiency and their computer skills will be assessed after joining.
Exam Pattern and Scheme of Examination
| Subject | 1st Stage CBT Questions | 2nd Stage CBT Questions |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 questions | 50 questions |
| Mathematics | 30 questions | 35 questions |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 questions | 35 questions |
| Total Questions | 100 questions | 120 questions |
| Exam Duration | 90 minutes | 90 minutes |
| Duration for Eligible PwBD with Scribe | 120 minutes | 120 minutes |
The 1st Stage Computer Based Test is common for all notified posts of CEN 07/2026. The examination duration is 90 minutes and 120 minutes for PwBD candidates eligible for use of a scribe. Total number of questions in 1st Stage CBT is 100 questions each of 1 mark. The test comprises 40 questions in General Awareness, 30 questions in Mathematics, and 30 questions in General Intelligence and Reasoning. There is negative marking and 1/3 mark shall be deducted for each wrong answer. Minimum percentage of qualifying marks is 40% for UR and EWS, 30% for OBC non-creamy layer, 30% for SC, and 25% for ST. Total candidates shortlisted for 2nd Stage CBT shall be 15 times community wise vacancies. The 2nd Stage CBT duration is 90 minutes and 120 minutes for scribe eligible candidates. The 2nd Stage CBT consists of 120 questions including 50 in General Awareness, 35 in Mathematics, and 35 in General Intelligence and Reasoning.
Documents Required for Application and Verification
| Document | Format & Specifications | When Required |
|---|---|---|
| Live Candidate Photograph | Captured directly via webcam or mobile front camera | During online application |
| Candidate Signature | Scanned JPG/JPEG format, 30 KB to 49 KB, black ink | During online application |
| SC / ST Certificate | PDF format, size under 400 KB | Online application for travel pass |
| Matriculation Certificate | Original certificate and mark sheet | At Document Verification |
| 10+2 / Intermediate Marksheet | Original certificate and mark sheet | At Document Verification |
| Caste / Category Certificate | Prescribed Annexure format in original | At Document Verification |
| Present Address Proof | Aadhaar card, electricity bill, or rent receipt | At Document Verification |
Candidates are not required to upload a pre-existing photograph during online application. A live photo is captured by webcam or mobile front camera on a plain white background. Candidates are required to upload a scanned copy of signature in JPG or JPEG format between 30 KB and 49 KB. The signature must be in running handwriting using a black ink pen on white paper. Candidates requesting free travel pass must upload SC or ST certificate in PDF format under 400 KB. Certificates in support of educational qualifications and age must be produced at Document Verification. Candidates must produce documentary proof in support of present address at Document Verification. Scribes engaged by eligible candidates must register on the RRB portal to obtain an OTR number.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the unified official recruitment portal at https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in or https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
- Create an account by completing One-Time Registration with an active email address and mobile number
- Validate your Aadhaar number to display the linked bank account details for refund processing
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and correspondence and permanent addresses
- Select one Railway Recruitment Board and enter post preferences for notified categories within that board
- Capture a live photograph using your webcam or smartphone front camera on a plain white background
- Upload your scanned signature in black ink between 30 KB and 49 KB in JPG or JPEG format
- Upload your SC or ST certificate in PDF format below 400 KB if seeking a free railway travel pass
- Pay the examination fee through online payment methods including internet banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI
- Submit the online application form before 13 November 2026 at 23:59 hours and keep a printed copy for reference
Applications must be submitted online through the link provided on the official RRB website. Candidate must first create an account for this CEN by using the link provided on the unified official RRB website. During application, candidates validate their Aadhaar number to display linked bank account for refund. Candidates can choose only one RRB and indicate preferences for notified posts. Multiple applications to different RRBs or same RRB will lead to rejection of all applications. Application modification is permitted from 16 November 2026 to 25 November 2026 with payment of Rs 250 fee.
Points to check before applying
- Age is counted on 1 January 2027, not on the day you apply.
- The qualification must be complete by 13 November 2026.
- The fee must be paid by 15 November 2026, which is not the same as the last date to apply.
- On the last day the form closes at 23:59.
- The signature must be in running handwriting and not in block or capital letters.
- Only candidates appearing in 1st Stage CBT will receive an examination fee refund.
Important Links
| Resource / Document | Official Web Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Official Notification PDF |
| Online Application Portal | Apply Online |
| Unified Railway Recruitment Board Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
The last date is 13 November 2026 (23:59).
When do applications open for the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
Applications open on 15 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
The notice has 1,688 vacancies.
What is the age limit for the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years old as on 1 January 2027.
What is the application fee for the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
For all candidates: Rs 500; For candidates who belong to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities or Economically Backward Class: Rs 250.
What is the salary for the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk: 21700; Accounts Clerk cum Typist: 19900; Junior Clerk Cum Typist: 19900; Trains Clerk: 19900.
What qualification is needed for the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
12th (+2Stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate.
How is the selection done for the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
Selection is by 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), then 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT).
How do I apply for the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
Apply online at https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
What is the advertisement number for the Railway Recruitment Boards recruitment?
It is 07/2026.