RRB NTPC Exam Dates 2025 (OUT): Check CBT 1 Exam Schedule for Undergraduate Posts

RRB NTPC admit card 2025 for CBT 1 for graduate posts will be released by 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.

RRBs will announce separate exam dates for RRB NTPC graduate and undergraduate posts. RRB NTPC exam dates for graduate and undergraduate posts will be announced soon. 

RRB NTPC exam dates 2025 for Undergraduate posts have been announced by the RRBs. The exam will be conducted from July 29 to July 21, 2025. RRB NTPC 2025 exam for Graduate posts is  being 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.

SC/ST candidates who opt for free travel facility, RRB NTPC call letter for CBT, CBAT/TST, DV contains information regarding the free travel authority. Such candidates are allowed to book their tickets after they submit a self-attested photocopy of the RRB NTPC admit card and SC/ST Certificate. Candidates need to download their admit cards online. To download the admit card, candidates need to enter user ID and password. RRB NTPC admit card is an important document for the exam without which candidates are not given entry to the examination centre. Candidates need to carry their admit cards along with one photo-identity proof to the exam centre. RRB NTPC admit card carries important information related to the exam. 

For RRB NTPC exam preparation, candidates should focus more on revision and clearing the concepts. They should practice mock tests and solve previous years' question papers to understand the pattern and difficulty level of the exam. The tips and tricks to crack RRB NTPC exam are given below:

• The first step to prepare for RRB NTPC exam is to download the syllabus and exam pattern
• Candidates must learn, understand and clear their concepts by referring to good books
• General awareness section includes GK and Current Affairs topics which require reading newspapers and magazines
• To ace the General Intelligence and Reasoning section, candidates need to sharpen their logical and analytical skills
• For mathematics, candidates must first clear their basics and then learn the shortcut tricks of solving questions
• Candidates must revise daily
• Candidates must practice previous years’ question papers and mock tests

The reporting timings for RRB NTPC exam are given below.,

Parameters	Shift 1	Shift 2
Reporting Time	8.30 am	1.30 pm
Gate Closing Time	10 am	3 pm
Exam Start Time	10.30 am	3.30 pm

RRB NTPC application status is released so that candidates can know whether their application forms have been rejected or accepted for the exam. Based on the application status, candidates are issued admit cards for appearing in the exam. 

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

RRB NTPC notification 2025 was released to fill up a total of 11558 vacancies. The short notification was released on September 2, 2024.  The notification is released to select candidates for various graduate and undergraduate posts. The posts announced under RRB NTPC exam are Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Traffic Assistant, Goods Guard, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, Senior Time Keeper, Commercial Apprentice and Station Master. RRB NTPC notification is released in PDF. The notification PDF comprises details such as important dates, application process, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, exam day guidelines, etc. Candidates must read the notification carefully before applying for the exam.

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

To get good marks in RRB NTPC exam, candidates must make a habit of solving previous years' question papers and mock tests to improve speed and accuracy. Instead of cramming, they must make their own notes. Candidates must try to cover all the topics given in the syllabus. It is only through practice that candidates can score good marks in the RRB NTPC exam.

RRB NTPC exam comprises various stages such as CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test/Computer Based Aptitude Test (as applicable), and Document Verification/Medical Examination. The posts offered through RRB NTPC exam are Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Traffic Assistant, Goods Guard, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, Senior Time Keeper, Commercial Apprentice, and Station Master. To prepare for the RRB NTPC exam, candidates need to follow the guidelines below: Follow a proper study plan Practice previous years' question papers and mock tests online Practice important topics and strengthen your weak areas.

To complete the syllabus in four months, you can follow the tips given below: Understand the theory behind every single concept Practice enough number of questions for every topic Keep formulas, steps to solve problems, etc. At your fingertips. Practice and revise them regularly Solve questions in a time-bound manner Maintain a balance between speed and accuracy Analyse your performance in the test and identify your weaknesses and mistakes.

RRB NTPC exam pattern and selection process has been revised for graduate and undergraduate posts. The revision in the exam pattern has been done in the second stage CBT. The second stage CBT has been made common for all the levels for graduate and undergraduate posts. The revised exam pattern is given below.

Revised Exam Pattern for Graduate Posts

Revised Exam Pattern

Name of the post	Level in 7th CPC	1st stage CBT	2ndstage CBT	Skill Test requirement
Goods Train Manager	5	Common for all Posts	Common for all posts	------
Senior Clerk cum Typist	5			Typing Skill Test
Junior Account Assistant cum Typist	5			Typing Skill Test
Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor	6			-------
Station Master	6			Computer Based Aptitude Test

Revised Exam Pattern for Undergraduate Posts

Sl. No.	Name of the post	Level in 7th CPC	1st stage CBT	2nd stage CBT	Skill Test requirement
1	Commercial cum Ticket Clerk	3	Common for all Posts	Common for all posts	------
2	Accounts Clerk cum Typist	2			Typing Skill Test
3	Junior Clerk cum Typist	2			Typing Skill Test
4	Trains Clerk	2			-------

 

Candidates called for document verification will have to pass requisite medical fitness tests by the Railway Administration to ensure that the candidates are medically fit to carry out the duties connected with the posts opted by them. Acuity Standard is one of the important criteria of medical fitness of railway staff. The medical standard is given below. Commercial Apprentice (CA)-B2 Station Master-A2 Goods Guard-A2 Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist-C2 Senior Clerk-Cum-typist-C2 Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk-B2 Senior Time Keeper-C2 Traffic Assistant-A2 Commercial cum Ticket Clerk-B2 Accounts Clerk Cum Typist-C2 Junior Clerk Cum Typist-C2 Junior Time Keeper-C2 Trains Clerk-A3.

RRB NTPC result 2025 will be announced online separately for different stages of selection. The result will be made available in PDF form and comprises the roll numbers of qualified candidates. Along with the result, the cut off marks are also made available. The steps to check RRB NTPC result are given below:

• Visit the official website of RRBs
• Click the 'RRB NTPC Result' link on the home page
• The result login page opens in a new page
• Enter the login details RRB NTPC result appears on the screen
• Download the result and take its printout

RRB NTPC answer keys will be released for CBT 1, 2, CBAT/CBTST within few days after the exams are conducted. Along with the answer key, the question papers, objection tracker and candidate response sheet will also be made available. To download the answer key, candidates need to enter user ID and password. The objection against the answer keys can be raised by paying INR 50.

The tips and tricks to prepare for RRB NTPC exam are given below: a) Understand the exam pattern and syllabus b) Practice the previous years' question papers to know the type of questions asked in the exam/li&get; c) Solve mock tests to improve speed and accuracy d) Identify the strengths and weakness and work towards improving the weaker areas/li&get; e) Refer to a good book and clear the concepts of each topic Questions asked in the RRB NTPC exam are generally of the school level. Candidates can brush up on the topics prescribed for Science subjects from the NCERT books of Classes 7 to 10. The books that candidates can refer to for RRB NTPC exam are given below: Mathematics Quantitative Aptitude by RS Aggarwal Fast Track by Rajesh Verma NCERT Maths from Grade 6 to Grade 11 Magical Books on Quicker Maths by M Tyra Advance Maths by Rakesh Yadav General Intelligence and Reasoning Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey Test of Reasoning by Edgar Thorpe A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal New Approach to Reasoning Verbal, Non-Verbal and Analytical by BS Sijwali and Indus Sijwali Lucents General Intelligence and Reasoning General Knowledge Lucents General Knowledge Manorama Yearbook.

The full form of NTPC is Non Technical Popular Categories. This exam is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board to appoint candidates as Commercial Apprentice, Goods guard, Traffic Apprentice, Traffic Assistant, Assistant Station Master, etc. All over India. The eligibility criteria prescribed for RRB NTPC is given below: Age limit: The age limit for undergraduate posts is 18 to 30 years. The age limit for graduate posts is 18 to 33 years. Educational qualification: For undergraduate posts, candidates must have passed Class 12. RRB NTPC Salary Railway Recruitment Board decides RRB NTPC salary structure. The basic pay of RRB NTPC Junior Clerk cum Typist is INR 19900 per month. RRB conducts the RRB NTPC exam to recruit candidates for various vacancies in the Indian Railways. 

In the self-declaration part of RRB NTPC admit card, candidates are required to write a paragraph saying that the details they have entered in the application form are correct and complete. They should not write the self-declaration in capital letters. Likewise, blank spaces are also provided for signature and left thumb impression. The official notification reads, "Candidates should leave blank spaces provided in the downloaded e-Call letter for writing self-declaration paragraph (as the paragraph will be displayed on the screen during CBT), signature and Left Thumb Impression (LTI) unfilled while coming for the exam." Candidates are required to write the paragraph of self-declaration, sign and affix the left thumb impression at the exam venue in the presence of the invigilator at the exam hall only. After this, they have to hand over the admit card to the invigilator.

Applicants must possess a Gazette Notification or relevant legal documentation for name changes and be prepared to present it upon request during the recruitment process. The same should be submitted at the time of DV. Applicants should also have to fill the original name and the changed name during ‘Create an Account’. In such cases, both the names will be reflected in the application

A total of 11558 vacancies have been announced for graduate posts and undergraduate posts. The vacancy break-up is given below.

RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025 for Graduate-Level Posts

Name of Post	Vacancy
Goods Train Manager	3144
Station Master	994
Chief Comm. cum Ticket Supervisor	1736
Jr. Accounts Asstt. cum Typist	1507
Sr. Clerk cum Typist	732
Total	8113

RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025 for Undergraduate-Level Posts

Name of Post	Vacancy
Accounts Clerk cum Typist	361
Comm. Cum Ticket Clerk	2022
Jr. Clerk cum Typist	990
Trains Clerk	72
Total	3445

RRB NTPC 2025 vacancies for undergraduate posts are given below.

Name of Post	Vacancy
Accounts Clerk cum Typist	361
Comm. Cum Ticket Clerk	2022
Jr. Clerk cum Typist	990
Trains Clerk	72
Total	3445

The zone-wise RRB NTPC 2025 vacancy break-up for graduate posts is given below.

RRB NTPC Graduate Level Vacancy
Zones	UR	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total
RRB Ahmedabad	202	79	37	137	61	516
RRB Ajmer	56	20	07	35	14	132
RRB Bengaluru	206	71	36	134	49	496
RRB Bhopal	65	32	12	25	21	155
RRB Bhubaneswar	328	108	55	199	68	758
RRB Bilaspur	273	88	51	168	69	649
RRB Chandigarh	228	59	29	65	29	410
RRB Chennai	195	65	34	105	37	436
RRB Gorakhpur	54	19	10	33	13	129
RRB Guwahati	213	74	38	140	51	516
RRB Jammu-Srinagar	60	20	13	38	14	145
RRB Kolkata	628	188	121	329	116	1382
RRB Malda	83	28	16	50	21	198
RRB Mumbai	319	126	66	217	99	827
RRB Muzaffarpur	04	02	01	04	01	12
RRB Prayagraj	103	34	13	56	21	227
RRB Patna	48	16	09	28	10	111
RRB Ranchi	133	49	22	87	31	322
RRB Secunderabad	212	66	39	101	60	478
RRB Siliguri	17	06	03	10	04	40
RRB Thiruvananthapuram	67	30	23	33	21	174
Total Vacancy	3494	1180	635	1994	810	8113

A total of 8113 vacancies were announced for RRB NTPC graduate posts.

RRB NTPC 2025 Vacancy for Graduate Posts
S. No.	Name of the posts	Total Vacancies (All RRBs)
1	Goods Train Manager	3144
2	Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor	1736
3	Senior Clerk cum Typist	732
4	Junior Account Assistant cum Typist	1507
5	Station Master	994
Grand Total		8113

Yes, there is a minimum qualifying cut off in RRB NTPC exam. The minimum qualifying marks for CBT 1 and 2 for General, EWS categories is 40 per cent, for OBC and SC is 30 per cent and for ST category is 25 per cent. In CBAT, candidates are required to secure a minimum T-score of 42 marks. Besides, cut off marks, candidates are also required to secure the qualifying marks as per their categories. Candidates need to secure the qualifying marks in CBTs and CBAT inorder to qualify the exam. The CBT 1 comprises questions from General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. The total marks allotted to the CBT 1 are 100. The CBT 2 comprises questions from General Questions Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. Total marks allotted to the test are 120.

To get good marks in RRB NTPC exam, candidates must make a habit of solving previous years' question papers and mock tests to improve speed and accuracy. Instead of cramming, they must make their own notes. Candidates must try to cover all the topics given in the syllabus. It is only through practice that candidates can score good marks in the RRB NTPC exam.

There are several mathematics books that are considered to be good for preparing for RRB NTPC. Some popular options include: Objective Mathematics for RRB NTPC" by RS Aggarwal Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R S Aggarwal Quicker Maths by M Tyra Magical Book on Quicker Maths by M Tyra Candidates can take a look at the previous year question papers and practice Sets to get an idea of the syllabus and level of difficulty of the exam.

The tips and tricks to prepare for RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam are given below: -Go through the Detailed Syllabus -Candidates must go through the detailed exam pattern and syllabus provided by RRB. This help candidates to plan their studies according to that. -Go through the tough section -Candidates must be aware of your strengths and weaknesses while preparing for a long time. Concentrate on the weaker parts. Also, try to answer as many questions about that section as they can. -Remember the entire syllabus and try to solve the question by topic. -Candidates must have easier time remembering all the tricks with this. -Choose proper study material -Don't use too many sources because everyone uses different methods and it will make you confused. Go through the syllabus thoroughly. -Previous Year Question Paper This will help the candidates to give an actual idea of the exam pattern. -Practicing previous years' question papers will help candidates to get all the types of questions. Time Management As per the exam pattern, you all know it will consist of 120 questions for 120 marks, in 90 minutes only. Candidates have to plan their strategy according to that and make the calculation part too strong. -To score good marks time management is the key. -Be Confident, Stay Motivated -Just focus on their goals and stay motivated to get success. -Always inspire themselves, in moving toward dream job -Candidates need to score higher and for that prepare up to the mark.

RRB NTPC age limit for candidates applying for the undergraduate level posts should be 18 to 33 years. The age limit for graduate-level posts is 18 to 36 years. Candidates belonging to the reserved categories are given relaxation in the age limit as per government rule. Candidates must check the RRB NTPC age limit before applying for the exam inorder to ensure whether they are eligible or not. RRB NTPC age limit for graduate and undergraduate posts is given below.

RRB NTPC Age Limit for Undergraduate Posts

RRB NTPC Age limit (As on 01.01.2025)

For Undergraduate level posts, candidates should be between 18 and 33 years.

Age group	Upper Age Limit of Date of Birth (Not earlier than)			Lower Age Limit of Date of Birth (Not later than)
18 to 33 years	UR	OBC-Non Creamy Layer	SC/ST	For all community /categories
	02.01.1992	02.01.1989	02.01.1987	01.01.2007

The age limit prescribed for Graduate level posts has been revised. The revised age limit is 18 to 36 years. Earlier, it was 18 to 33 years. 

Age group	Upper Age Limit of Date of Birth (Not earlier than)			Lower Age Limit of Date of Birth (Not later than)
18 to 36 years	UR	OBC-Non Creamy Layer	SC/ST	For all community /categories
	02.01.1989	02.01.1986	02.01.1984	01.01.2007

Note: Relaxation in age is provided to candidates belonging to the reserved categories.

The revised age limit is given below.

Name of the post	Previous Age Limit (In Years)	Age Applicable to This CEN (as on 01.01.2025) (In Years)
Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor	18-33	18-36
Station Master	18-33	18-36
Goods Train Manager	18-33	18-36
Junior Account Assistant cum Typist	18-33	18-36
Senior Clerk cum Typist	18-33	18-36

 

According to government notification, there will be no interviews at the Group C and Group D level post recruitment. The RRB NTPC recruits for Group C level posts in railways; there will be no interviews for the RRB NTPC at levels 2, 3,4,5, and 6. The selection process for NTPC is as follows: 1. First Stage Computer Based Test, 2. Second-stage computer-based test 3. The third stage is a typing skill test or a computer-based aptitude test, depending on the post. 4. Finally, document verification and a medical examination will be done after shortlisting aspirants.

Few general tips and tricks to crack RRB NTPC exam are given below:

• To crack the exam, candidates must have a concrete RRB NTPC study plan
• Candidates must make a habit of solving previous years’ question papers and RRB NTPC mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
• Candidates must develop a habit of reading to improve their General Awareness section
• Instead of cramming, candidates must make their own notes
• Candidates must practice important topics and strengthen their weak areas

 

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 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.

Under RRB NTPC undergraduate-level posts, the maximum salary is offered to the post of Commercial cum Ticket Clerk. Under the graduate-level posts, the maximum salary is offered to Station Master and Commercial Apprentice. The starting basic salary for undergraduate posts is INR 19,900 to 21,700. RRB NTPC salary for graduate posts is INR 25,500 to 35,400.

The job profiles of undergraduate and graduate posts under RRB NTPC exam are given below.

Graduate-Level Posts	Job Profiles
Traffic Assistant	Responsible for traffic and signal. Candidates need to work in different shifts.
Goods Guard	Monitor the functioning of the vehicle, check the loose ends in the train, identify and address minor issues while the train is moving, ensure brake continuity, coordinate with the Station Master in terms of communicating information regarding arrival and departure of trains.
Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk	Work in ticket booking offices, commercial checking and issuing tickets, booking luggage and goods.
Senior Clerk cum Typist	Responsible for clerical works and supervising Junior Clerks.
Junior Account Assistant cum Typist	Maintaining accounting records, tracking transactions, expenditures, claim settlements,  making account-related reports,  compiling budgets as per rules checking financial irregularities and supporting the administrative related tasks in the accounts department.
Senior Time Keeper	Working in sync with the entire railway network and keeping records of time regarding movements of trains.
Commercial Apprentice	Supervise in various commercial branches.
Station Master	Supervising the work of assigned railway station Works as the in-charge of the assigned railway station Ensure smooth and timely arrival and departure of trains Handling the issues faced by the passengers

 

Undergraduate-Level Posts	Job Profiles
Junior Clerk cum Typist	Assist the Senior Clerks with data entry work.
Accounts Clerk cum Typist	Works under the Accounts and Finance Department Track the monetary transactions Responsible for data entry and other works of the department Administrative activities
Junior Time Keeper	Assist the Senior Time Keeper in maintaining the records for arrival and departure of trains.
Trains Clerk	Maintaining records related to the trains and their conditions and keeping track record of the number of coaches in trains.
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk	Issuing tickets through computer reservation system and unreserved ticketing system Maintaining the records related to luggage.

 

To complete the syllabus in four months, you can follow the tips given below: Understand the theory behind every single concept Practice enough number of questions for every topic Keep formulas, steps to solve problems, etc. At your fingertips. Practice and revise them regularly Solve questions in a time-bound manner Maintain a balance between speed and accuracy Analyse your performance in the test and identify your weaknesses and mistakes.