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 was the distribution of questions in the Maths section of RRB NTPC 2025 CBT 1 exam?

The distribution of questions in RRB NTPC Maths section of CBT 1 exam is given below. Topics No. of Questions Profit, Loss & Discount 2 to 3 SI & CI 1 to 2 Number System 2 Percentage, Ratio & Proportion 3 to 4 LCM & HCF 1 Mesuration 2 Time, Speed & Distance 2 Alegbra/Simplification 1 to 2

What was the distribution of questions in the General Awareness section of RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam?

The distribution of questions in the General Awareness section of RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam are given below: Topics Number of Questions Static GK 2 History 5 to 6 Economics 1 to 2 Current Affairs 10

What was the distribution of questions in the Reasoning section of RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam?

The distribution of questions in the Reasoning section of RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam are given below. Topics No. of Questions Puzzles & Seating Arrangement 3 to 4 Blood Relation 2 Syllogism 1 to 2 Analogy & Classification 3 to 4 Number Series 2 ro 3 Coding & Decoding 3 Direction Sense 1

Which posts comes under RRB NTPC Level 6?

The posts that comes under RRB NTPC Level 6 are of Commercial Apprentice and Station Master. The salary for these posts are given below. Basic Pay INR 35,400 Grade Pay 4200 DA ( Currently 12% Of basic Pay) 4248 Travel Allowance ( Fixed Currently) 2016 HRA ( Varies according to Place – Minimum 8 % of basic ) 2832 Total Pay 48,696

How many vacancies were announced for RRB NTPC 2025 exam?

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

How many vacancies were announced for undergraduate posts in RRB NTPC 2025?

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

What is the zone-wise RRB NTPC vacancies 2025 for graduate posts?

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

How to prepare for RRB NTPC exam using the syllabus?

Candidates must go through RRB NTPC syllabus. They must focus on preparing those topics. Solving previous years question papers help candidates to know the type of questions asked in the exam. Candidates must also attempt mock tests.

What details do I need to enter in the RRB NTPC application form?

Candidates in the registration form are required to enter the basic details.The registration details once entered cannot be edited later.

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

Is RRB NTPC syllabus same for CBT 1 and 2?

RRB NTPC syllabus for CBT 1 and 2 is more or less same. However, there is a variation in the difficulty level of the exam. Candidates should check the syllabus thoroughly inorder to crack the exam.

What is the eligibility for Free Travel Authority (free railway pass) for RRB NTPC exam?

Candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe only can avail ‘Free Travel Authority’ (free Railway Pass). For availing the travel pass, candidates need to provide proper documents to the examination authority.

When RRB NTPC notification 2025 was released?

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.

How do I prepare for the RRB NTPC CBT 2?

Candidates can prepare for RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam in following way. Go through the detailed exam pattern Know the syllabus for topics Learn time management Solve previous years question papers Stay confident Attempt mock

What is RRB NTPC CBT 2 syllabus?

The RRB NTPC CBT 2 syllabus comprise questions from topics-General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. The topics are basically Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation levels, keeping in view the nature of the post. The General Awareness section carried questions from 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 History of India and Freedom Struggle, Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and World, Indian Polity etc. The Reasoning section carries from Analogies, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities and Differences, Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Puzzle, Data Sufficiency, Statement- Conclusion, Statement- Courses of Action, Decision Making, Maps, Interpretation of Graphs, etc. The Mathematics section carries questions from topics such as Number System Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Elementary Algebra Geometry and Trigonometry Elementary Statistics etc.

What is RRB NTPC application fee for graduate posts?

The application fees is accepted only online. RRBs have withdrawn the facility to pay the application form offline. The application fee is INR 500 for general category applicants, while it is INR 250 for Women, SC, ST, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen.

How do I avail Free Travel Authority (free Railway Pass) for RRB NTPC exam?

This facility is available only to SC/ST candidates. While filling up online RRB NTPC application form, such candidates, should choose ‘Yes’ from the drop down under ‘Do you wish to avail free rail travel pass for the exam and fill up ‘Nearest Railway Station’. It is the responsibility of the candidates availing free travel authority to give the correct name of the Railway Station in online application, failing which their travel authority may get rejected while obtaining reservation. They are also required to upload their Caste Certificate.

What to do if there is a delay in assessing the RRB NTPC application form status page?

At times due to the heavy load at the server, the application page takes time to load. Candidates should keep patience and retry after 15 minutes.

Where will I get the region-wise RRB NTPC answer key links?

RRB NTPC answer key will be released online on the region-wise official websites of RRBs. We will also provide the region-wise RRB NTPC answer key links after it is released. To download the answer key, candidates need to enter user ID and password. Candidates can use the answer keys to check the correct answers to the questions asked in the exam. Using the answer key, candidates can calculate the probable scores asked in the exam by knowing the correct and incorrect answers.

How to check RRB NTPC answer key?

RRB NTPC answer key is released after the exam is held. Candidates can download it by logging with the required credentials. Along with the answer key, question papers are also released.

Is the RRB NTPC result prepared based on the answer key?

RRB NTPC result is based on the final answer key. The answer key is released after the declaration of the result. The result PDF consists of roll numbers of qualified candidates.

Till when can I submit objections against RRB NTPC answer key?

You can submit objections against RRB NTPC answer key with the deadline prescribed by the examination authority by paying INR 50. Candidates are also required to mention the reason as to why they wanted to raise objections against the answer key along with the documentary evidence. The fee for raising objections is INR 50 per question/answer.

When RRB NTPC Graduate result CBT 1 2025 was announced?

RRB NTPC graduate level result was announced on September 19, 2025. RRB NTPC result for graduate posts was announced region-wise RRB NTPC Graduate result PDF was provided on this page once it is announced. RRB NTPC zone-wise graduate result display the roll numbers of qualified candidates shortlisted for CBT 2 exam.

What is the full form of RRB NTPC?

RRB NTPC Full Form is Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories. RRBs conduct the exam to recruit candidates as Commercial Apprentice, Goods Guard, Station Master, and many other posts across India. The exam is conducted in 15 languages which are English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.

When RRB NTPC answer key 2025 was released?

RRB NTPC Undergraduate answer key was released on September 15. RRB NTPC CBT 1 answer key for Graduate posts was released on July 1. Along with the answer key, the question papers, objection tracker and candidate response sheet are also 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.

How to complete the RRB NTPC syllabus in four months?

Check tips below. Understand the concept Practice enough questions Learn formulas Revise regularly Maintain speed and accuracy Analyse performance in the mock tests

Where can I get RRB NTPC previous years' question papers?

RRB NTPC previous year question papers are provided on this page to download. Candidates can download the question papers and practice for the exam. By practising RRB NTPC previous year question papers, candidates can know the important topics for the exam. Candidates can also know the weightage given to each and every topic prescribed in the RRB NTPC syllabus.

How to attempt RRB NTPC question papers?

RRB NTPC question paper help candidates to know the type of questions asked in the exam. The process to attempt the question papers is given below. Attempt question papers like real exam Manage time to solve all the questions Avoid doing guesswork Analyse your performance Practice regularly

When RRB NTPC question papers are released?

RRB NTPC question papers are released by RRBs along with the answer key. To download the question papers, candidates are required to enter user ID and password. The question papers are made available for different shifts and stages of exams. The question papers help future aspirants to know the type of questions asked in the exam. Accordingly, candidates can chalk out their preparation strategy for the exam.

Is it enough to solve RRB NTPC question papers or should I attempt mock tests also?

Besides solving RRB NTPC question papers, candidates need to attempt mock tests. This helps in improving speed and accuracy. They can work upon improving weak areas. Candidaates must know the exam pattern and syllabus.

Why is RRB NTPC admit card released four days before the exam?

RRB NTPC admit card is released four days before the exam. Admit card is released four days prior to exam to maintain transparency. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging with the required credentials. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent by post.

How can I check my RRB NTPC application status?

RRB NTPC application status is released few days after the declaration of the result. Candidates can check your application status of RRB NTPC with the direct link from the RRB Zone candidates have applied for. To check your status candidates need their Registration Number and Date of Birth. On this portal candidates can check whether their application form has been accepted or rejected. Only those candidates will be issued RRB NTPC admit card whose application forms were accepted.

Will my RRB NTPC admit card contains information regarding the free travel facility?

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.

What are the documents required along with RRB NTPC admit card?

The following documents are required to be taken to RRB NTPC exam centre: RRB NTPC Admit card Photo ID (Includes Aadhaar Card, Driving License, Ration Card, etc.) A passport-size photograph

Do I need to check the RRB NTPC result from the region I have applied?

Yes, candidates need to check RRB NTPC result from the region they have applied. The link to check the result is made available online by the different RRBs on its respective regional websites. RRBs announce RRB NTPC result region-wise. The result is made available in PDF form and comprises the roll numbers of qualified candidates. The result PDF of RRB NTPC comprises the roll numbers of qualified. Candidates qualifying the exam by securing the required cut off marks and qualifying marks are called for the next round of selection process.

What is the difficulty level of questions asked in RRB NTPC exam?

The difficulty level of questions asked in RRB NTPC exam is of moderate level. The level of questions asked in the General Intelligence and Reasoning section is and the Mathematics sections are easy. The level of questions asked in the General Awareness section is easy to moderate. The standard of RRB NTPC syllabus has been formulated keeping in mind the nature of the job profile and is basically based on Class 10, 12, and graduation levels.

How to check RRB NTPC Result?

RRB NTPC result is announced separately for different stages of recruitment. The roll numbers of qualified candidates are made available in PDF form. Candidates securing the required marks are called for the different rounds of selection.

How is RRB NTPC score calculated?

The marks of RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam is calculated based on the total marks. Normalisation of marks are done since the exam is conducted in multiple shifts. There are also negative marking in the exam.

How normalisation affects RRB NTPC cut off?

RRB NTPC cut off is calculated based on the normalised scores. This process is followed to adjust the difficulty level of questions since the exam is conducted in multiple sessions. The scores are normalised using the equi-percentile method. For eg: If the negative marking is 1/3 and candidates have answered 80 questions, out of which 12 were wrong, then the raw score will be 80-12-12 * (1/3) = 64. Therefore, 64 is the raw score. Also Read: RRB NTPC Normalisation of Marks

What is the qualifying marks in RRB NTPC CBAT?

The candidates need to secure a minimum 42 marks. This applies to all categories. Candidates must qualify this test. The performance is taken into consideration for final selection.

What are the factors that determines RRB NTPC cut off?

RRB NTPC cut off is calculated based on number of candidates, difficulty level, competition level. Separate cut off marks are announcedf for different stages. Besides cut off, candidates are required to secure the qualifying marks.

Where can I find the cutoff link for RRB NTPC exam?

RRB NTPC cut off is announced along with the result. The link to download the cut off is made available on the official website. The cut off is released region-wise for different posts in PDF form. The cut off is calculated based on the percentile based normalisation of marks.

What is RRB NTPC salary for Undergraduate posts?

The undergraduate posts are Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, and Trains Clerk. RRB NTPC salary structure for undergraduate posts is given below. Junior Clerk cum Typist- INR 19,900 Accounts Clerk cum Typist-INR 19,900 Junior Time Keeper-INR 19,900 Trains Clerk-INR 19,900 Commercial cum Ticket Clerk-INR 21,700.

What is RRB NTPC Salary?

RRB NTPC salary is different for different posts. The starting basic salary for undergraduate posts ranges between INR 19,900 to 21,700. RRB NTPC salary for graduate posts ranges between INR 25,500 to 35,400. RRB NTPC salary for Commercial cum Ticket Clerk is INR 21,700. RRB NTPC salary for Junior Clerk cum Typist is INR 19,900. RRB NTPC salary for Station Master is INR 35,400. The salary offered to the Commercial Apprentice through RRB NTPC exam is INR 35,400.

Which post is better in RRB NTPC exam as per salary?

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.

What is RRB NTPC salary after five years?

After five years RRB NTPC salary will increase due to increment and promotions. The basic salary for Undergraduate posts might range from INR 22,400 to 24,500. RRB NTPC salary for Graduate posts might range between INR 28,700 and INR 39,900. In addition, candidates will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other benefits.

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.

Which one is better RRB NTPC or RRB Group D?

RRB Group D is the entry-level job in the Indian railway while RRB NTPC comes under the category of group C jobs, which are next to Group D posts. For RRB Group D posts, the educational qualification required is a Class 10th pass. For RRB NTPC undergraduate posts, candidates must have passed Class 12th. The posts announced under RRB Group D are Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Helper/Assistant in various technical departments (Electrical, Mechanical and S&T departments), Pointsman, etc. The posts announced under RRB NTPC 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.

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.

RRB NTPC 2026: Notification, Apply Online Link, Eligibility, Exam Dates & FAQs

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Updated on Jan 20, 2026 16:04 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

RRB NTPC 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards is expected to release RRB NTPC 2026 notification in August. The application form will be released along with the notification. RRB NTPC notification will mention all the details related to the exam. Candidates meeting the required eligibility can apply for the exam.

RRB NTPC 2025

RRB NTPC Graduate application status was released on January 20 for CEN No. 06/2025. Candidates can check the same by logging with the required credentials. RRBs closed the window to edit RRB NTPC UG application form on December 16. The application form was available till December 4. Candidates could make corrections in the RRB NTPC Graduate level application form till December 9. The detailed Railway NTPC UG notification was released for a total of 3058 vacancies. A total of 8875 vacancies were announced for Graduate posts for RRB NTPC 2025 exam.

RRB NTPC 2024

RRB NTPC TST dates 2024 for UG posts will be announced soon. RRB NTPC Graduate Level CBAT exam was conducted on December 28. The Typing skill test exam was cancelled. The new exam dates will be announced soon. RRB NTPC 2025 exam recruitment is being conducted to fill up a total of 11558 vacancies.

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What is RRB NTPC Exam?
RRB NTPC 2026 Dates
RRB NTPC Application Form 2026
RRB NTPC Answer Key 2026
RRB NTPC Question Papers 2026
RRB NTPC Result 2026
RRB NTPC Cutoff 2026
RRB NTPC Exam Analysis 2026
RRB NTPC Admit Card 2026
RRB NTPC Selection Process 2025
RRB NTPC Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026
RRB NTPC Salary 2026
RRB NTPC Vacancies 2026
RRB NTPC 2026 FAQs

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RRB NTPC 2026 Dates

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Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
31 Aug ' 26	RRB NTPC 2026 Notification

Dates	Past Exam Dates
28 Dec ' 25	RRB NTPC CBAT 2025 Exam Date for Graduate Posts
20 Dec ' 25	RRB NTPC UG CBT 2 Exam Date 2025
28 Oct ' 25 - 04 Dec ' 25	RRB NTPC Application Form 2025 for CEN No. 07/2025
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