RRB NTPC Exam Preparation
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RRB NTPC Dates 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the complete schedule for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 for both Graduate (CEN 06/2025) and Undergraduate Level (CEN 07/2025) posts. Candidates can check all important dates related to notification, application, admit card and examination below.
Graduate Level CBT-1 Exam Date: 16th to 27th March 2026
RRB NTPC 2026 – Important Dates
| Events | Graduate (CEN 06/2025) | Undergraduate (CEN 07/2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | 20th October 2025 | 27th October 2025 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 21st October 2025 | 28th October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 4th December 2025 (Extended) | 4th December 2025 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29th November 2025 | 6th December 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 30th Nov – 9th Dec 2025 | 7th – 16th Dec 2025 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 10th – 14th Dec 2025 | 17th – 21st Dec 2025 |
| Application Status | 21st January 2026 | 6th February 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip | 6th March 2026 | To Be Notified |
| Admit Card Release | 12th March 2026 | To Be Notified |
| CBT-1 Exam Date | 16th to 27th March 2026 | To Be Notified |
RRB NTPC 2026 Post List
The Railway Recruitment Board conducts RRB NTPC to recruit candidates for various Non-Technical Popular Category posts at Graduate and 12th Level.
| Graduate Level (CEN 06/2025) | 12th Level (CEN 07/2025) |
|---|---|
| Station Master | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk |
| Goods Train Manager | Junior Clerk cum Typist |
| Traffic Assistant | Accounts Clerk cum Typist |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor (CCTS) | Trains Clerk |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist (JAA) | — |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | — |
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding CBT-2, Skill Test, Admit Card and further recruitment stages.
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RRB NTPC 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
The RRB NTPC 2026 Syllabus consists of a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format with a duration of 90 minutes. There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect answer. The exam includes three major subjects: Mathematics, General Awareness, and General Intelligence & Reasoning.
📌 Understanding the detailed syllabus helps candidates prepare strategically for both CBT-1 and CBT-2 stages.
RRB NTPC 2026 Exam Overview
| NTPC Full Form | Non-Technical Popular Categories |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Subjects | Mathematics, General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning |
| Exam Duration | 90 Minutes (Each CBT Stage) |
| Negative Marking | -1/3rd for each incorrect answer |
| Exam Category | Graduate & 12th Level Posts |
| Selection Process | CBT-1 → CBT-2 → Typing/CBAT → Document Verification → Medical Exam |
| Medium of Exam | 15 Regional Languages |
Graduate vs Undergraduate Syllabus Comparison
| Criteria | Undergraduate (12th Level) | Graduate Level |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility | 10+2 (Intermediate) | Graduation (Any Stream) |
| Difficulty Level | Moderate (Class 10–12 Level) | Higher Analytical Level |
| Syllabus Subjects | GA, Maths, Reasoning | GA, Maths, Reasoning (Advanced) |
| Question Quality | Formula-based, factual | Analytical, data-driven |
| General Awareness Focus | Basic GK, Current Affairs | Economy, Polity, Deeper Current Affairs |
| Math Level | NCERT Based | Advanced Arithmetic & DI |
RRB NTPC CBT-1 Syllabus 2026
CBT-1 consists of 100 questions covering three subjects. General Awareness carries the highest weightage.
| Mathematics | General Intelligence & Reasoning | General Awareness |
|---|---|---|
|
Number System Decimals & Fractions LCM & HCF Ratio & Proportion Percentage Mensuration Time & Work Time & Distance Simple & Compound Interest Profit & Loss Elementary Algebra Geometry & Trigonometry Elementary Statistics |
Analogies Coding & Decoding Series (Number & Alphabet) Syllogism Puzzle Venn Diagrams Analytical Reasoning Data Sufficiency Statement-Conclusion Decision Making Maps & Graph Interpretation |
General Science (10th Level) History & Freedom Struggle Indian Polity & Constitution Geography (India & World) Current Affairs Indian Economy Government Schemes UN & World Organizations Art & Culture Computer Basics Transport Systems in India |
RRB NTPC CBT-2 Syllabus 2026
CBT-2 consists of 120 questions and forms the primary basis for final merit.
| Subject | Marks | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 |
Current Affairs Indian Polity & Governance History & Geography Indian Economy Science & Technology Government Programs Environmental Issues Computers & Abbreviations |
| Mathematics | 35 |
Number System Percentage Profit & Loss Time & Distance Algebra Trigonometry Data Interpretation |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 |
Series Coding-Decoding Analytical Reasoning Syllogism Puzzle Data Sufficiency Statement-Based Questions |
⚠️ Note: Both CBT stages carry negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer.
Preparation Tip
- Focus more on General Awareness as it carries higher weightage.
- Practice previous year papers regularly.
- Revise basic arithmetic concepts thoroughly.
- Stay updated with current affairs daily.