RRB NTPC 2025 Notification: Check Exam Dates, Pattern, and Syllabus
RRB NTPC 2025 Notification had released on September 14, 2024. A total of 8113 vacancies for graduates and 3445 vacancies for undergraduates have been announced for this recruitment. RRB NTPC application process took place from September 14, 2024 till October 13, 2024 (for Graduate) and from September 21, 2024 till October 20, 2024 (for Undergraduate).
RRB NTPC CBT 1 2025 is scheduled to be held from June 05 to June 24, 2025, for the Graduate Level. The exam for the undergraduate level is expected to be held around June 2025. Candidates must stay updated by visiting the official RRB website for the latest notifications, exam dates, and city intimation slips.
Railway Recruitment Board for Non-Technical Popular Categories conducts RRB NTPC to recruit candidates to fill vacancies for the post of Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, Traffic Assistant, Goods Guard, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, etc.
RRB NTPC Notification 2025
The notification for 2025 has been released in September 2024. You will find all the details like post name, vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, exam pattern, etc in the official notification. The last notification was released in 2019 for a total of 10628 vacancies which were later revised to 35,281 vacancies.
RRB NTPC Exam Dates 2025
| Events | Dates (Graduate Level) | Dates (Undergraduate Level) |
|---|---|---|
| RRB NTPC Notification | September 13, 2024 | September 20, 2024 |
| Starting Date of Online Application Form | September 14, 2024 | September 21, 2024 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application Form | October 20, 2024 | October 27, 2024 |
| Modification Window | October 23-30, 2024 | October 30 - November 06, 2024 |
| RRB NTPC Exam Date | June 5-23, 2025 | July 2025 (Tentative) |
RRB NTPC Exam Date
| RRB NTPC Exam Events | RRB NTPC Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| RRB NTPC CBT 1 Under Graduate 2025 Exam Date | Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026 |
Graduate and Undergraduate Vacancy
RRB has announced a total of 11558 vacancies out of which 3445 are for Undergraduate posts and 8113 for Graduate posts. You can check the post-wise details below.
NTPC Vacancy 2025 for Undergraduate Posts
| Name of Post | Safety/ Non-Safety | No. of Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Accounts Clerk Cum Typist | Non-Safety | 361 |
| Comm. Cum Ticket Clerk | Non-Safety | 2022 |
| Jr. Clerk Cum Typist | Non-Safety | 990 |
| Trains Clerk | Non-Safety | 72 |
| Total | 3445 | |
NTPC Graduate Vacancy 2025
| Name of Post | Safety/ Non-Safety | No. of Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Goods Trains Manager | Safety | 3144 |
| Station Master | Safety | 994 |
| Chief Comm. Cum Ticket Supervisor | Non-Safety | 1736 |
| Jr. Accounts Asstt. Cum Typist | Non-Safety | 1507 |
| Sr. Clerk Cum Typist | Non-Safety | 732 |
| Total | 8113 | |
Eligibility for RRB NTPC 2025
The eligibility for the exam includes Nationality, Age limit, and Educational Qualification. You can check RRB NTPC eligibility criteria below in the table:
| Particulars | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Citizens of India, Bhutan, Tibetan refugees, or Nepal, who came to permanently settle in India before January 1, 1962 |
| Age Limit | Undergraduate Posts: 18-30 YearsGraduate Posts: 18-33 Years |
| Educational Qualification | For Undergraduate Posts: Class 12 is required Graduate Posts: Graduation is required |
RRB NTPC 2025 Application Form
RRB NTPC 2025 Application form was out in September 2024. To apply for the exam, you need to visit the official website of RRB and get yourself registered. Fill out the application form with personal and educational details, upload the scanned documents, and pay the application fees. You can take a printout of your application form and the payment receipt at the end.
If you are a Male candidate, then you need to pay INR 500/- as an application fee for the exam. If you are a female candidate or belong to any of the categories SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy), Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, or other minor categories, then you need to pay INR 250/-.
Railway NTPC 2025 Exam Cities
While filling out the application form, you are required to select five exam cities. The exam centers are allotted to you as per your preferred cities. You will get to know the allotted center through the admit card.
| List of Cities with Exam Centres | ||
|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | Chandigarh | Haryana |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Chhattisgarh | Himachal Pradesh |
| Andhra Pradesh | Delhi/NCR | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Assam | Goa | Jharkhand |
| Bihar | Gujarat | Karnataka |
| Kerala | Mizoram | Rajasthan |
| Madhya Pradesh | Nagaland | Sikkim |
| Maharashtra | Odisha | Tamil Nadu |
| Manipur | Puducherry | Telangana |
| Meghalaya | Punjab | Tripura |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttarakhand | West Bengal |
Selection Stages in RRB NTPC 2025 Recruitment
RRB NTPC 2025 Selection Process consists of various stages- CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT/ Skill Test, and Medical Examination/ Document Verification round. You will be selected based on your marks secured in the CBT 1 and CBT 2 exams, whereas the Skill Test/ CBAT will be qualifying in nature.
If you clear the two exams and the skill test, you will be required to appear for Document Verification rounds and Medical Tests. However, some posts have different stages than others.
| Post | RRB NTPC Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Station Master and Traffic Assistant | CBT 1 CBT 2, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Exam |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account, Assistant cum Typist, and Senior Time Keeper | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test, Document Verification, Medical Exam |
| Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Goods Guard, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Commercial Apprentice | CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification, and Medical Exam |
RRB NTPC 2025 Exam Pattern
RRB NTPC 2025 exam pattern for CBT 1 and CBT 2 is similar to previous years’. The exam is conducted in 15 languages- English, Hindi, Assamese, Gujarati, Bengali, Malayalam, Kannada, Manipuri, Konkani, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
CBT 1 Exam Pattern
| Sections | Total Marks | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
CBT 2 Exam Pattern
| Sections | Total Marks | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Exam Syllabus for RRB NTPC 2025
The syllabus comprises General Intelligence and Reasoning, Mathematics, and General Awareness. It is similar for both CBT 1 and CBT 2. The topics that are prescribed are from 10th standard, 12th standard, and Graduation levels. You are advised to go through RRB NTPC Graduate Level syllabus before starting your preparation.
Railway NTPC Post & Salary Structure 2025
Railway Recruitment Board offers a good salary package along with other benefits like Dearness Allowance (DA), Transport Allowance (TA), Daily Allowance, House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Facilities, Allowance for Night Duty, and Overtime Allowance. RRB NTPC Salary as per the 7th Pay Commission for undergraduate and graduate posts are given below:
RRB NTPC Salary for 12th Pass (Undergraduate Posts)
| Post Name | Salary (in INR) |
|---|---|
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 19,900 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 19,900 |
| Junior Time Keeper | 19,900 |
| Trains Clerk | 19,900 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 21,700 |
Salary for Graduate Posts
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Traffic Assistant | INR 25,000/- |
| Goods Guard | INR 29,200/- |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | INR 29,200/- |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | INR 19,900/- |
| Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | INR 29,200/- |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | INR 29,200/- |
| Senior Time Keeper | INR 29,200/- |
| Commercial Apprentice | INR 35,400/- |
| Station Master | INR 35,400/- |
The exam has several stages. The recruitment cycle takes 3-4 years, so you are advised to apply for other railway exams. For more updates on this and other railway exams, you must keep visiting the RRB Chandigarh website.
RRB NTPC 2025 FAQs
Question: How many vacancies are released in RRB NTPC 2025 for graduate level?
Answer: The number of vacancies for RRB NTPC 2025 graduate level is 8113. In the previous cycle (2019-2020), a total of 35,000 vacancies were released.
Question: What are the eligibility criteria for RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: The eligibility criteria for RRB NTPC include educational qualification and age limit. For graduate level vacancies, the candidates must be graduate, and for undergraduate level, candidates must be 12th pass. The age limit is between 18 to 30 years for undergraduate posts and 18 to 36 years for graduate posts. Age relaxations apply to reserved categories.
Question: How can I apply for RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: Candidates can apply online through the respective regional Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) websites. Once the notification is released, a detailed application process will be available. You will need to fill out the form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.
Question: What is the selection process for RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: The selection process for RRB NTPC 2025 involves:
- First Stage CBT (Computer Based Test)
- Second Stage CBT
- Skill Test (if applicable) or Typing Test for certain posts
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Question: What is the syllabus for RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: The syllabus for RRB NTPC includes Mathematics (Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, etc.), General Intelligence and Reasoning (Coding-Decoding, Analytical Reasoning, etc.), and General Awareness (Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, etc.)
Question: Is there a negative marking in RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: Yes, there is a negative marking in both CBT stages. For each incorrect answer, 0.33 marks will be deducted from the total score.
Question: What is the application fee for RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: The application fee for General/Unreserved candidates is typically around INR 500, while SC/ST/PwD/Ex-servicemen and female candidates may need to pay INR 250. The final details will be available in the official notification.
Question: What are the documents required to apply for RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: Candidates will need to upload a recent passport-size photograph, A scanned copy of the signature, educational qualification certificates (10th, 12th, or graduation), Caste certificate (if applicable), and Disability certificate (if applicable)
Question: What is the age relaxation for reserved categories in RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: Age relaxation for reserved categories is as follows:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwD (General): 10 years Other reserved categories may have specific relaxations as well.
Question: What are the job profiles available under RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: RRB NTPC recruits for various positions including Junior Clerk-cum-Typist, Accounts Clerk-cum-Typist, Goods Guard, Traffic Assistant, and Station Master. Each role has different job responsibilities and salary structures.
Question: Can candidates from all states apply for RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: Yes, RRB NTPC is a national-level exam, and candidates from any state in India can apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.
Question: Is there any provision for PwD candidates in RRB NTPC 2025?
Answer: Yes, there are specific posts reserved for PwD candidates. Additionally, PwD candidates can avail of scribe services if required and may receive age and application fee relaxations.
Question: What is the expected salary for RRB NTPC 2025 posts?
Answer: The salary for RRB NTPC posts varies based on the position. For example, Station Masters can earn a salary in the range of INR 35,000 to INR 45,000 per month, while clerical positions may offer salaries around INR 21,000 to INR 30,000 per month.
Question: How can I prepare for RRB NTPC 2025 exam?
Answer: Candidates should start by reviewing the official syllabus and exam pattern. Regular practice with mock tests, previous year question papers, and time management strategies will be key. Books on General Awareness, Mathematics, and Reasoning should be thoroughly studied.
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