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Anangsha Patra
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Updated on Mar 12, 2022 15:44 IST
RRB NTPC CBT 2 2022 exam dates have been announced. Candidates should start their preparation for the exam. Check here RRB NTPD study plan 2022 for CBT 2.

RRB NTPC CBT 2 2022 exam dates have been announced. Candidates should start their preparation for the exam. Read below RRB NTPD study plan 2022 for CBT 2 to know how to prepare for the exam.

RRB NTPC Study Plan

RRB NTPC Study Plan

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced RRB NTPC exam dates 2022 for CBT 2. The pattern for CBT 2 is divided into three sections- General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. The test carries a total of 120 questions. The duration of the test is 90 minutes (120 minutes is given to PwBD candidates). Candidates must start the preparation early to complete the syllabus and secure good marks. With proper guidance, best study material and hard work it is easier to crack the exam. Also, candidates must clear goals and firm determination to achieve that. Here is a detailed month-wise RRB NTPC study plan to crack the exam.
RRB NTPC exam is conducted to select candidates for  Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) graduate and undergraduate posts in various Zonal Railways and Production Units of Indian Railways. The exam comprises several stages of selection process such as 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), Typing Skill Test/Computer Based Aptitude Test (as applicable) and Document Verification/Medical Examination. 

RRB NTPC Study Plan: Month-Wise Targets for CBT 2

To begin with the preparation, candidates must understand the RRB NTPC exam pattern and RRB NTPC syllabus. Also, read newspapers and magazines to improve General Knowledge skills. Maximum weightage is given to this section. Let us have a look at the RRB NTPC study plan.

Mid-March: Finish reading the recommended books prescribed for the exam. Refer to the NCERT books of high school to clear your basics and concept. After reading the books, one should look at the previous years’ question papers. This will help candidates to understand the trend of the exam and types of questions.

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April: During these months candidates should devise a strategy for tackling the exam. They must revise, study advanced topics, and start attempting mock tests. Candidates must make notes of topics they study as it will help them in preparation.

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May: Candidates must work on the weaker areas. Equally, focus on the strong areas too. Candidates must analyse their mock tests. In case any topics are left uncovered, they should study those topics. Side by side candidates should focus on attempting sectional and full-length mock tests. With every mock test, candidates must improve their scores and speed.

June: Candidates should dedicatedly revise the topics they have already studied. Devote time in giving full-length mock tests and improve their performance. Also, they should develop a strategy for the exam day.

RRB NTPC Study Plan FAQs

Q: How to crack RRB NTPC 2022 exam in 30 days?

A: The tips and tricks to crack RRB NTPC 2022 exam in 30 days are given below:
  • Attempt RRB NTPC mock test
  • Analyse your preparation through mock test
  • Revise all the topics 
  • Understand the syllabus

Q: How to crack RRB NTPC exam in 3 months?

A: RRB NTPC preparation strategy for three months is given below: Read to increase knowledge for General Awareness Create and Revise Notes Improve logical skills Command over concepts Do not make unnecessary assumptions Work on your Basics Learn Shortcut Methods Solve previous years' question papers

Q: How many hours should I study for RRB NTPC exam?

A: Study atleast two to three hours daily sincerely and dedicatedly to prepare for RRB NTPC exam.

Q: Is typing test compulsory for RRB NTPC exam?

A: The required qualifying speed for typing is 25 words per minute in Hindi or 30 words per minute in English. The candidates are required to attempt either in English or in Hindi.

Q: Can I crack RRB NTPC exam in two months?

A: Cracking RRB NTPC exam in two months is definitely possible. You need to prepare for the examination in a planned manner.
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Answered a month ago

Candidates will be able to download the RRB NTPC admit card from the methods as mentioned below:

  • Visit the RRB NTPC websites
  • On the home page, you will find RRB NTPC admit card download link
  • Enter the user ID (registration number) and password (date of birth)
  • RRB NTPC admit card appears on the screen
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Manisha Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The RRB NTPC admit card for the Graduate posts released on the regional official websites. The exam was conducted from March 16 to March 27, 2026.

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Chanchal Shekhar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The minimum qualifying marks for the RRB NTPC CBT 1 graduate posts are for UR & EWS 40%, for OBC & SC 30% and for ST it is 25%. 

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Satyendra Garg

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

After qualifying the RRB NTPC exam CBT 1 for the Graduate posts, candidates will give the CBT 2 exam which is the second stage of an exam and consists of 120 questions.

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Ishita Kaur

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The candidates who appeared in the exam will be able to check the RRB NTPC Result for the Graduate posts online by visiting the official regional RRBs websites. It will be released in the form of PDF and contains the roll numbers of the qualified candidates.

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Shikha Goyal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The RRB NTPC exam of the Graduate posts is mainly considered tough because of the large number of candidates that give an exam every year. The difficulty level of the questions depends upon the preparation level, types of questions asked and the format of an exam.

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Virajita Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The RRB NTPC 2026 Graduate posts difficulty level in general is considered a Moderate. The CBT 1 is basically Easy to Moderate where as CBT 2 is Moderate to Tough due to the level of the questions asked which are advanced and analytical.

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Kritika Sharma

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

Check can check below the process to download the RRB NTPC 2026 answer key for the graduate posts:

  • Visit 21 RRB websites
  • Click RRB NTPC answer key link
  • Enter required credentials
  • The answer key appears on screen
  • Download and save it

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Gunjan Majumder

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The authority will release the RRB NTPC 2026 Graduate posts answer key for CEN No. 06/2025 within a few days after the conduction of an exam. The Graduate posts exam was conducted from March 16 to 27. 

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Nitesh Pruthi

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

Generally, the RRB NTPC exam for the Graduate posts is considered to be Easy to Moderate in difficulty level mainly for the CBT 1 and for CBT 2, it can be considered as Moderate to Tough.

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Shikha Shukla

Contributor-Level 6