RRB Exam Dates 2025 OUT: RRB NTPC, Group D, ALP Exam Schedule & Shift Timing

RRB Group D 2025 exam dates will be announced soon. The exam dates will be announced in PDF form and comprises the important events related to the exam. Candidates must the exam dates handy so that they do not miss any event related to the exam.

RRB Group D exam is conducted in three shifts. The exam for the morning shift begins at 9 am. The exam for second shift starts at 12.45 pm. The exam for the third shift starts at 5 pm. The details related to RRB Group D shift timings are mentioned on the admit card. Candidates need to reach the exam centre as per the timings mentioned on the admit card. The shift timings of RRB Group D exam are given below.

Shift	Reporting Timing	Gate Closing Timing	Starting of Examination	Exam End Time
Shift 1	7:30 AM	8:30 AM	9:00 AM	10:30 AM
Shift 2	11:15 AM	12:15 PM	12:45 PM	2:15 PM
Shift 3	3:30 PM	4:30 PM	5:00 PM	6:30 PM

RRB NTPC exam dates 2025 for Undergraduate posts have been announced. RRB NTPC UG exam dates are from August 7 to September 8, 2025. RRB NTPC 2025 exam for Graduate posts was conducted from June 5 to 24, 2025. RRB NTPC exam dates highlights the important events pertaining to the exam such as the release of application form, admit card, result, answer key, exam, etc. Candidates should keep the exam dates handy so that they do not miss any event. RRB NTPC is one of the most sought-after railway exams in the country. Large number of candidates appear for the exam. The selection process comprises CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test/Computer Based Aptitude Test (as applicable), and Document Verification/Medical Examination.

RRB NTPC application form for Graduate posts was released on September 14, 2024. The last date to apply for this post was October 20, 2024. RRB NTPC application form 2024 for undergraduate posts was released on September 21, 2024. The last date to apply for the exam was October 27, 2024. Interested candidates need to fill the application form online only. The application fee can be paid both online and offline. In 2022, a total of 1.25 crore application forms were received for RRB NTPC exam. Candidates are not required to sent the hard copy of RRB NTPC application form. The steps to fill the application form are given below:

• Visit the official websites of RRBs
• Click on the 'RRB NTPC Apply Online' link on the home page
• Candidates need to register for the exam such as name, category, date of birth, email ID, contact number, and academic details among others
• After submitting the details, a provisional user ID and password are
• Upload the scanned photograph and signature
• Candidates need to fill the educational qualification and other details
• Candidates should preview the application form
• Candidates need to upload the left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
• Pay the application fees and submit the application form

The highest salary of RRB Group D positions after 7th Pay Commission is around INR 25,000 per month with INR 18,000. The annual package ranges from INR 3 to 5 lakhs. This also includes various perks and allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA). The detailed break-up is given below.

• Basic Pay: INR 18,000 per month
• Monthly Salary Range: INR 22,500 to 25,380
• Perks and Allowances: DA, HRA, TA, Night Duty Allowance, Overtime Allowance (OTA), Travel Allowance, etc.
• Annual Salary Package: INR 3 to 5 Lakhs

RRB NTPC selection process comprises various stages such as CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT/CBTST, document verification and medical exam. The post-wise selection process is given below: First stage CBT, second stage CBT & Computer-based Aptitude Test is conducted for the posts of Station Master and Traffic Assistant. Subsequently, there will be document verification and medical examination. First stage CBT, Second stage CBT and Typing Skill Test are conducted for Junior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist and Senior Time Keeper. Candidates need to appear for document verification and medical examination. For Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Goods Guard, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Commercial Apprentice, two-stage CBT is conducted, followed by document verification and medical examination.

To prepare for RRB Group D exam, candidates need to go through the exam pattern and syllabus. Candidates must choose the right study material for the exam. They should attempt mock tests and solve the previous years' question papers. Make a habit of studying for at least three or four hours a day. The tips and tricks to prepare for RRB Group D exam are given below:

• Candidates must first go through the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly
• It is important to practice mock tests as this helps in analysing the preparation for the exam as well as in improving speed and accuracy
• Candidates must practice previous years' question papers to know what kind of questions are asked in the exam
• Candidates should focus on revising the important topics for the exam

For the RRB Group D exam, the age of candidates should be between 18 and 36 years. Candidates must have completed Class 10 or ITI or equivalent or NCVT/SCVT or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT to apply for the exam. The prescribed medical standards for the exam is given below.

RRB Group D Medical Standard	General Fitness	Visual Acuity
A-2	Physically Fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses (no fogging test) Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses and Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic vision, etc.
A-3	Physically Fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 2D). Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses and pass the test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Myopic vision, etc.
B-1	Physically Fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D), Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required and Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic vision, etc.
B-2	Physically Fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D). Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required and must pass the test for Binocular Vision, etc
C-1	Physically Fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required.
C-2	Physically Fit in all respects	Distant Vision: 6/12, NIL with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn. 0.6 combined with or without glasses where reading or close work is required

RRB NTPC salary is different for different posts. The starting basic salary range offered to undergraduate posts is INR 19,900 to 21,700. While, the graduate post employees are offered RRB NTPC salary in the range of INR 25,500 to INR 35,400. The monthly basic salary for Junior Clerk cum Typist is INR 19,900 while it is INR 35,400 for Station Master and Commercial Apprentice. Candidates are also entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), Travel Allowance (TA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), pension benefits, and medical reimbursements. The post-wise RRB NTPC salary is given below:

RRB NTPC Salary for Undergraduate Posts

Posts	Level in 7th CPC	Initial Pay (In INR)
Junior Clerk cum Typist	2	19,900
Accounts Clerk cum Typist	2	19,900
Junior Time Keeper	2	19,900
Trains Clerk	2	19,900
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk	3	21,700

RRB NTPC Salary for Graduate Posts

Posts	Level in 7th CPC	Initial Pay (In INR)
Traffic Assistant	4	25,500
Goods Guard	5	29,200
Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk	5	29,200
Senior Clerk cum Typist	5	29,200
Junior Account Assistant cum Typist	5	29,200
Senior Time Keeper	5	29,200
Commercial Apprentice	6	35,400
Station Master	6	35,400

RRB group D exam is conducted in both the language which is Hindi and English both and these questions are in the form of objective, so don't worry about the questions in RRB group D. Keep focusing on the syllabus.

The educational qualification for Undergraduate level posts was Class 12. For Graduate-level posts, educational qualification was Graduation. Provided below is the eligibility criteria for few posts: Commercial Apprentice: Degree from recognised University or its equivalent. Senior Clerk Cum Typist: Degree from recognised University or its equivalent Typing proficiency in English/Hindi on Computer is essential Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk: Class 12 or its equivalent with not less than 50 per cent marks in the aggregate. 50 per cent marks are not to be insisted upon in case of SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen and the candidates who possess qualifications higher than Class 12. Junior Clerk Cum Typist: Class 12 or its equivalent with not less than 50 per cent marks in the aggregate 50 per cent marks are not to be insisted upon in the case of SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen and the candidates who possess qualifications higher than Class 12 Typing proficiency in English / Hindi on Computer is essential. Read more on RRB NTPC eligibility-https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/railway/articles/rrb-ntpc-eligibility-blogId-108551.

RRB Group D selection process comprises CBT, PET/PST, Document Verification and Medical Exam. The PET/PST is qualifying in nature. Though PET/PST is qualifying in nature, candidates are required to clear it. There is weightage of marks for this stage. The final selection of candidates is done based on CBT provided they qualify PET/PST, medical exam and document verification. Medical exam is conducted by the railway hospitals.

The House Rent Allowance (HRA) depends on the city of posting, with X category cities receiving 24% (?4,320), Y category cities receiving 16 per cent (INR 2,880), and Z category cities receiving 8 per cent (INR 1,440) of the basic pay. Additionally, a Dearness Allowance (DA) of 34 per cent on the basic pay is provided, which amounts to INR 6,120. Candidates are also entitled to a travel allowance based on their posting location. The approximate gross salary is around INR 27,920 in X cities, INR 27,000 in Y cities, and INR 25,560 in Z cities.

No, both are different exams conducted by separate organisations. The full form of RRB NTPC is Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories exam conducted for recruitment of Commercial Apprentice, Goods guard, Traffic Apprentice, Traffic Assistant, Assistant Station Master, etc. NTPC stands for National Thermal Power Corporation Limited.

Log in to RRB Exam portal, enter your registration number/DOB, and download your admit card first.

On that, you will find your RRB Group D center. All details are mentioned there.

For now, all exam centers:

• RRB Website:

  • Visit RRB's Official Portal

  • Go to "Group D" ->"Exam Centers" or "Notice Board"

  • Download the PDF list of exam cities (region-wise)

The RRB Group D Probation period is 2 years for the candidates who are selected for this post. Candidates will have to take the training for a period of 2 years and then will be able to start their job as an RRB Group D Officer.

Currently, Engineering ETs in NTPC are hired through GATE results followed by a combination of aptitude/behavioral tests, Group Discussion and Personal Interview. In other areas, trainees are hired through All-India selection tests followed by Group Discussion and Interview

The CBT of RRB Group D exam comprises four sections-General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning and General Awareness and Current Affairs. Total marks allotted to CBT are 100. Based on the marks obtained in CBT, candidates are called for PET. The PET is qualifying in nature. Those who qualify the PET are called for document verification. Final empanellment of candidates is done based on the performance in CBT subject to their qualifying the document verification and medical exam. The structure of RRB Group D exam pattern is given below.

Sections	Number of questions
General Science	25
Mathematics	25
General Intelligence and Reasoning	30
General Awareness and Current Affairs	20
Total	100

RRB NTPC full form stands for Railway Recruitment Boards Non-Technical Popular Categories. The exam is conducted for recruitment of eligible candidates for various graduate and undergraduate posts. The posts under RRB NTPC recruitment are Commercial Apprentice, Traffic Apprentice, Traffic Assistant, Goods Guard, Assistant Station Master, etc.

RRBs conducts various exams for recruitment to the post of Junior Engineers, Assistant Loco Pilot, Non-technical and popular category, Group, C/Group D, and other posts in departments and offices of Indian railways.

Normalisation of marks are done to adjust the difficulty level of the question papers. The normalisation formula is given below:

 Xn= (S2/S1) (X-Xav) + Yav Where, Xn= Normalized Score of a Candidate. S2= Standard Deviation of raw marks of Base Session. S1= Standard Deviation of raw marks of Candidate Session.

RRB NTPC UG admit card 2025 will be released by August 8, 2025. RRB NTPC admit card 2025 for CBT 1 for graduate posts was released from June 1, 2025. The admit card is released four days before the exam. To download the admit card, candidates need to login with user ID and password. The admit card is an important document without which candidates are not allowed to appear for the exam.

The CBT of RRB Group D comprises questions from General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness and Current Affairs. The syllabus is given below: Mathematics: HCF and LCM, Ratio & Proportion, Mensuration Time & Distance, Profit & Loss, BODMAS, Percentages, Time & Work, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Age Calculations General Science: Topics from Physics Chemistry and Life Sciences General Intelligence and Reasoning: Coding-Decoding, Relationships, Alphabetical Series, Venn Diagram, Statement and Conclusion, Numerical Series, Distance, and Directions. General Awareness and Current Affairs. Indian History, Sports, Current Affairs. Events, important days and events.

Here are some common reasons why an admit card might not be visible on a website:

1. Admit Card Not Released Yet

Sometimes the admit cards are only available after a specific date. Check the official notification or website for the exact release date.

2. Wrong Login Details

Make sure you're entering the correct registration number, date of birth, or other login details required to access the admit card.

3. Website Server Issues

Sometimes heavy traffic or technical problems cause the admit card page not to load properly.

4. Incomplete Application

If your application form was incomplete or payment wasn't confirmed, the admit card might not be generated for you.

5. Browser Issues

Try clearing your browser cache or using a different browser or device.

6. Admit Card Issued in Another Format

Sometimes admit cards are sent via email or SMS, or are available in a candidate portal separate from the main website.

 

RRB Group D application form status link is activated after the completion of the application process. Candidates can check their application status till the completion of the CBT. Through RRB Group D application status, candidates can view the eligibility/ineligibility status of their applications. To check the application status, candidates are required to enter registration number/date of birth and security code.

RRBs also release the modification link for those candidates whose application forms are rejected on the grounds of invalid signatures and photographs. Such candidates can avail this facility to re-upload their photographs and signatures as per the specified format. The modification link and application status are made available on the respective official websites of RRBs.To check the application status and upload the photograph and signature, candidates are required to login with registration number, date of birth, and security code.

Also Read: RRB Group D Result 

RRB Group D 2025 vacancies announced for SECR are given below.

Name of the Post	Department	Rly./ PU	No. of Vacancies
			UR	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total
ASSISTANT (S and T)	S and T	SECR	35	10	5	20	6	76
ASSISTANT (WORKSHOP)	MECHANICAL	SECR	15	4	2	7	2	30
ASSISTANT BRIDGE	ENGINEERING	SECR	6	2	1	3	1	13
ASSISTANT CARRIAGE and WAGON	MECHANICAL	SECR	38	15	9	26	11	99
ASSISTANT LOCO SHED (DIESEL)	MECHANICAL	SECR	13	1	0	6	4	24
ASSISTANT LOCO SHED (ELECTRICAL)	ELECTRICAL	SECR	7	2	1	4	1	15
ASSISTANT OPERATIONS (ELECTRICAL)	ELECTRICAL	SECR	13	1	0	2	0	16
ASSISTANT P.WAY	ENGINEERING	SECR	4	0	0	0	0	4
ASSISTANT TL AND AC	ELECTRICAL	SECR	15	2	1	4	2	24
ASSISTANT TRACK MACHINE	ENGINEERING	SECR	13	3	1	6	2	25
ASSISTANT TRD	ELECTRICAL	SECR	31	7	3	13	6	60
POINTSMAN B	TRAFFIC	SECR	172	62	30	111	41	416
TRACKMAINTAINER-IV	ENGINEERING	SECR	216	81	40	144	54	535

The process to upload the photograph and signature is given below: Candidates will be automatically directed to the 'Photo and Signature' upload part of the application Select the 'Upload Photo Tab' and upload the colour photograph Select the 'Upload Signature Tab' and upload the scanned signature The photograph and signature should be in the prescribed format.

In the process of normalisation,  candidates of particular session generally have increase in the marks as we equalise the difficulty level of this session as compared to the base session. So a few high performer in the difficult session, such as the candidate Example 1 may get normalised marks over 100 also.

RRB NTPC result is announced on the region-wise official websites of RRBs. The direct link to download the result will be provided on this page. RRB NTPC result is made available in PDF form and comprises the roll numbers of qualified candidates.

Hi

Follow below steps-

a. Visit the regional website of Indian Railways from where you applied for the exam.

b. Enter your registration number, DOB and valid captcha code 

c. Now, click the login button

d. Check your details carefully 

e. Download the railway admit card

f. Print out the Admit card for future reference.

All the best for Exam

RRB Group D admit card will be released soon. Candidates need to download RRB Group D admit card online. The zone-wise links to download the admit card are made available on the respective official websites of RRBs. To download the admit card, candidates need to enter user ID and password. RRBs releases admit card for the computer based test. The admit card for physical efficiency test is released by the Railway Recruitment Cells. The steps to download RRB Group D admit card are given below:

• Visit the region-wise official websites of RRBs or the direct link available on this page
• Click the 'RRB Group D Admit Card Link' on the home page
• Enter the user ID and password
• RRB Group D admit card appears on the screen
• Download the admit card and save it

 

=Few important points related to RRC/RRB Group D admit card is given below:

• Candidates are informed regarding the release of RRB Group D admit card through SMS and email
• Candidates are advised to read the instructions carefully before downloading the admit card
• Candidates must bring their RRB Group D call letters and one valid photo ID proof (details of which have been filled in the application form)
• Candidates must bring one colour photograph of size 35mm x 45mm
• Leave the spaces provided in RRB Group D admit card for writing self-declaration, signature and Left Thumb Impression (LTI)
• Candidates need to write the paragraph of self-declaration, sign and affix LTI at RRB Group D exam centre in the presence of the invigilator before the exam concludes
• Electronic gadgets such as mobile phones, blue tooth, pen drive, laptops, calculators, wrist watches or any other communication devices or pen/pencil, wallet/purses, belts, shoes and metallic wears including ornaments, etc. are not allowed inside the exam centre

Candidates are required to download their admit cards from the zone they have applied for. Prior to the release of admit card, the details related to the test cities are released. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging with the required credentials. The admit card carries the necessary details related to the exam.

RRB Group D admit card is released online by RRBs. The steps to download RRB Group D admit card are given below:

• Visit the official website of RRB
• Click the 'RRB Group D admit card' link on the home page
• Enter the required credentials
• RRB Group D admit card appears on the screen
• Download the admit card and save it