What is the duration of RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam?

The RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam is held for 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates accompanied by a scribe). The questions are based on General Awareness, Mathematics and General Intelligence and Reasoning. The exam is held for 100 marks.

What is the duration of RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam?

The duration of the test is 90 minutes (120 minutes is given to PwBD candidates). The CBT 2 exam is conducted for the qualified candidates of CBT 1 exam. RRB NTPC exam pattern for the second stage CBT is such that it is divided into three sections-General Questions Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. The test carries a total of 120 questions.

What is RRB NTPC syllabus?

RRB NTPC syllabus comprises topics of high school level. The syllabus for CBT 1 and 2 are same. There is variation in the difficulty level. Candidates can prepare well for the exam. They must attempt mock tests.

Is RRB NTPC syllabus same for both- graduate and undergraduate posts?

RRB NTPC syllabus is the same for graduate and undergraduate posts. However, the difficulty level vary for two posts. The syllabus for graduate posts is more comprehensive and vast. RRB NTPC syllabus for undergraduate posts is bit easier.

What is the structure of RRB NTPC exam pattern for CBT 2?

The structure of RRB NTPC exam pattern for CBT 2 is given below. Sections No. of Questions Total Marks Duration Mathematics 35 35 90 minutes General Intelligence and Reasoning 35 35 General Awareness 50 50 Total 120 120

What is the revised RRB NTPC exam pattern for graduate posts?

The revised RRB NTPC exam pattern for graduate posts is given below. 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

What is RRB NTPC selection process for undergraduate posts?

There will be two stage CBTs for RRB NTPC undergraduate posts followed by Computer based Typing Skill Test (TST) wherever applicable. Typing Skill Test for Accounts Clerk cum Typist and Junior Clerk cum Typist. Subsequently, there will be document verification and medical examination. For Commercial cum Ticket Clerk and Trains Clerk there shall be two stage CBT followed by document verification and medical examination. RRB wise short listing of candidates for 2nd Stage CBT is done at the rate of 15 times the vacancies. The short listing for Computer Based Aptitude Test and Typing Skill Test is done to the extent of 8 times the vacancies (may increase or decrease as per the requirement of Railway Administration) based on the merit of the candidates in 2nd Stage CBT. When a candidate is qualified in 1st stage CBT & shortlisted for subsequent stages as OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD he/she will continue to be considered as OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD respectively in all subsequent stages.

What is the RRB NTPC selection process for graduate posts?

There are two stage Computer Based Test (CBTs) followed by Computer based Aptitude Test (CBAT)/ Typing Skill Test (TST) wherever applicable. The Computer-based Aptitude Test for Station Master and the Typing Skill Test are held for Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist. For Goods Train Manager, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, there are only two stage CBTs followed by document verification and medical examination.

What was the difficulty level of RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam?

The overall difficulty level of RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam was moderate to difficult. Maximum questions in the General Awareness section were asked from Computers. The General Awareness section carried questions from topics such as Women premiere league, Percentage of GDP on research and development, the Relation of Geographical features, etc. The GK section was difficult compared to other sections.

What is RRB NTPC Typing Test?

The candidates are required to type certain words in English or Hindi. Candidates are given passage for the typing test. This test is qualifying in nature. Those qualifying this stage are called for the next round.

Will there be any normalisation of marks in RRB NTPC exam?

Yes, there is normalisation of marks in RRB NTPC exam. This is done to adjust the difficulty level of the question papers held across various sessions. Result is announced based on the normalised marks.

What is the right time to begin with the preparation for RRB NTPC exam?

Candidates must begin their RRB NTPC exam preparation one year or six months before the exam. They should be thorough with the exam pattern. Knowing the pattern help candidates to understand the overall structure of the exam.

Is RRB NTPC exam pattern and selection process revised?

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 -------

What is the important part of RRB NTPC General Knowledge syllabus, from where the maximum number of questions are asked?

For General Knowledge section of RRB NTPC you need to cover Current Events of National and International Importance, Indian Literature, History, Polity, Geography, Economics, etc. The weightage given to this section in CBT 1 is 40 and in CBT 2 is 50. For RRB NTPC General Science and General Awareness, you can refer to the Lucent General Science and Lucent GK books. For General Science, you can also clear your concepts from high school Science books. RRB NTPC syllabus for General Knowledge is given below: Current Events of National and International Importance Games and Sports Art and Culture of India Indian Literature Monuments and Places of India General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE) General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE) History of India and Freedom Struggle Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and World Indian Polity and Governance- constitution and political system General Scientific and Technological Developments including Space and Nuclear Program of India UN and Other important World Organizations Environmental Issues Concerning India and World at Large Basics of Computers and Computer Applications Common Abbreviations Transport Systems in India Indian Economy Famous Personalities of India and World Flagship Government Programs Flora and Fauna of India Important Government and Public Sector Organizations of India etc

Is there any negative marking in RRB NTPC CBAT exam?

There is no negative marking in RRB NTPC CBAT exam. qualifying marks in the exam are 42. Candidates are required to qualify this test. Those qualifying the exam are called for next round of selection.

What is the distribution of questions in RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam?

The distribution of questions in the RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam is given below. Sections No. of Questions Mathematics 30 General Intelligence and Reasoning 30 General Awareness 40 Total 100

What is the distribution of questions in RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam?

The distribution of questions in the RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam is given below. Sections No. of Questions Mathematics 35 General Intelligence and Reasoning 35 General Awareness 50 Total 120

What is RRB NTPC CBAT?

CBAT is conducted for the post of Traffic Assistant and Station Master posts. There is no negative marking in this test and is qualifying in nature. Candidates must secure 42 marks in each test battery (for all categories).

What are the allowances offered to candidates selected through RRB NTPC exam?

RRB NTPC allowances are given below. Dearness allowance House rent allowance Transport allowance Pension scheme Medical benefits Other special allowance

RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2026: Check CBT 1, 2, CBAT & Typing Test

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Updated on Jan 5, 2026 17:41 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2026: Railway Recruitment Boards frames the Railway NTPC exam pattern for different stages of recruitment process. The exam pattern is different for Graduate and Undergraduate posts. RRB NTPC Graduate exam pattern includes CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, Typing Skill Test, and document verification/medical examination. The paper structure for Graduate posts comprises CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test, document verification & medical examination.

RRB NTPC 2026 exam pattern highlights the overall structure of the exam such as marking scheme, exam duration, number of sections, total marks, etc. RRB NTPC exam is conducted online. The total marks allotted to the CBT 1 exam are 100 whereas CBT 2 carries a total of 120 marks. The duration of the test is 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates accompanied by scribe). Read below for more details on RRB NTPC exam pattern 2026.

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