The RRB NTPC Notification 2025 is yet to be released for the candidates. To appear for the examination in the undergraduate posts, candidates should be within the age limit of 18-33. For the graduate posts, candidates need to be within the age group of 18-36. The Railway Recruitment Board selects candidates for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) based on five major stages - CBT 1, CBT 2, Skill Test, Document Verification, and Medical Test. In this article we have provided all details related to the RRB NTPC Notification 2025, exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility criteria and more.
RRB NTPC Notification 2025
The RRB NTPC Notification for the recruitment of posts such as Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Station Master, Senior Clerk cum Typist, and others will be released for the applicants. For the previous year's cycle, there were 8113 graduate and 3445 undergraduate-level vacancies that were released for applicants.
RRB NTPC Notification 2025 PDF Download
The RRB NTPC Notification 2025 will be released for the applicants shortly. Until then, candidates can view and download the previous year's notification for a quick overview:
| Particulars | Download Link |
|---|
| RRB NTPC Notification For Graduates | Download PDF |
| RRB NTPC Notification For Undergraduates | Download PDF |
RRB NTPC 2025 Notification Overview
The Railway Recruitment Board recruits candidates for the Non-Technical Popular Categories all over India. Candidates interested in applying for the posts of Goods Train Manager, Trains Clerk, and Station Master, must know the basic details of the exam given below:
| Aspects | Details |
|---|
| Name of Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Name of Exam | RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories Exam |
| Level of Exam | National |
| Number of Vacancies | To be released |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500 for UR & OBC ; Rs. 250 for SC/ST, Ex-serviceman, PWDs, Female, Transgender, Minorities, EBC |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Stages of Exam | CBT 1, CBT 2, Skill Test, Document Verification |
| Exam Duration | CBT 1 – 90 mins CBT 2 – 90 mins |
| Job Location | All Over India |
| Official Website of RRB | RRB |
RRB NTPC Exam Date 2025
The RRB NTPC Exam Date for the CBT 1 examination is yet to be released. The table below shows the important events and dates for the RRB NTPC examination 2025:
| Events | For Graduates | For Under Graduates |
|---|
| RRB NTPC Notification PDF 2025 | To be released | To be released |
| RRB NTPC Apply Online 2025 Start Date | To be released | To be released |
| RRB NTPC Admit Card | To be released | To be released |
| RRB NTPC Exam Date 2025 | To be released | To be released |
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025
The Railway Recruitment Board had released 11,558 vacancies for the NTPC posts for the previous year's cycle. Candidates can check out the information below for graduate and undergraduate-level vacancies:
| Name of the Posts | Total Vacancies (All RRBs) | Level |
|---|
| Goods Train Manager | 3,144 | Graduate |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 1,736 | Graduate |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 732 | Graduate |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 1,507 | Graduate |
| Station Master | 994 | Graduate |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 990 | Undergraduate |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 361 | Undergraduate |
| Trains Clerk | 72 | Undergraduate |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 2,022 | Undergraduate |
| Grand Total | 11,558 | — |
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RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria
Candidates need to meet the criteria set by the board to be eligible for the examination. The RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria focuses on three main factors, which are as follows:
- Age Limit
- Educational Qualification
- Nationality
RRB NTPC Age Limit
The age limit to appear for the RRB NTPC examination varies according to the level of post. Given below is the upper age and lower age limit for the candidates:
| Levels | Age Limit |
|---|
| Graduate Level | 18 to 36 years |
| Undergraduate Level (12th Pass) | 18 to 33 years |
RRB NTPC Educational Qualification
All applicants must adhere to the educational qualification set by the board. The RRB NTPC Educational Qualification requirement according to the level of post are tabulated below:
| Level | Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|
| Graduate Level | Goods Train Manager, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, Station Master | Graduate Degree from a recognized university |
| Undergraduate Level | Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 12th pass from a recognized school or equivalent |
RRB NTPC Nationality
The board accepts candidates from India, Nepal and Bhutan. Besides this, the other nationality criteria set by the board are given below:
- Candidate must be a citizen of India, Bhutan or Nepal.
- Applicants who have migrated from Burma, Pakistan, East African countries of Uganda, Kenya, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Malawi, Zambia, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam and have the intention of settling down in India are also eligible.
- Tibetan refugees who have been staying in India since January 1, 1962, with the plan of settling here permanently are also eligible.
How to Apply Online for RRB NTPC 2025?
All applicants must know the correct application process to apply for the RRB NTPC 2025 examination. Given below is a step-by-step guide to apply online for the exam:
- Visit the official website of the Railway Recruitment Board of the respective region.
- Search and click on the "RRB Online Application" link
- Register yourself by mentioning details about your name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number.
- After registration, you will receive a unique ID and password on your mobile number and email.
- Log in using your registration ID.
- Fill out the application form by providing your personal, educational, and other important details.
- Upload your passport-size photographs, signature, and category certificate, if applicable.
- Pay the application fee by credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Review all the information carefully.
- Submit the application form.
RRB NTPC 2025 Application Fees
The RRB NTPC application fees vary according to the category of a student. Given below are the details of the application fees for the various categories of students:
| Category | Fee Amount | Refund Details |
|---|
| UR & OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 (Bank Charges Applicable) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PWDs / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Economically Backward Class | ₹250 | ₹250 |
RRB NTPC Selection Process 2025
The RRB NTPC Selection Process involves four major stages. However, the selection stages vary according to the post of a candidate. The major selection stages involve:
- CBT - 1
- CBT - 2
- Typing Test (Skill Test) / Aptitude Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
| Name of the Posts | Level | Selection Process |
|---|
| Goods Train Manager | Graduate | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Graduate | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Graduate | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Graduate | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test |
| Station Master | Graduate | CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | Undergraduate | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Undergraduate | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test |
| Trains Clerk | Undergraduate | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Undergraduate | CBT 1, CBT 2 |
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RRB NTPC Exam Pattern
The RRB NTPC exam involves 2 Computer Based Tests. Candidates can check the below given tables to understand the exam pattern of CBT 1 and CBT 2.
RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Pattern
The CBT 1 examination is conducted for 100 marks. The important sections in the RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam involves General Awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning. Given below are the details:
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- Negative marking: -1/3 marks for every wrong answer
- Duration: 90 Minutes
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Pattern
The RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam involves 120 questions. The table below shows the marks distribution across different sections:
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- Negative marking: -1/3 marks for every wrong answer
- Duration: 120 Minutes
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
RRB NTPC 2025 Syllabus
The RRB NTPC 2025 Syllabus contains questions from important subjects of Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness. The table below shows the syllabus for candidates as mentioned in the RRB NTPC 2025 Notification:
| Subjects | Topics |
|---|
| Mathematics | Profit and Loss, Fractions, LCM (Least Common Multiple), HCF (Highest Common Factor), Simple and Compound Interest, Ratio and Proportions, Elementary Algebra, Percentage, Geometry and Trigonometry, Number System, Elementary Statistics, Mensuration, Time and Work, Decimals, Time and Distance |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | Analogies, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Maps, Relationships, Venn Diagrams, Analytical Reasoning, Puzzle, Mathematical Operations, Data Sufficiency, Syllogism, Statement-Conclusion, Jumbling, Statement-Courses of Action, Similarities and Differences, Decision Making, Interpretation of Graphs |
| General Awareness | 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/World, Governance- Constitution and Political System, UN and Other Important World Organizations, Basics of Computers and Computer Applications, Environmental Issues Concerning India and the World, Common Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India, Indian Economy, Famous Personalities of India and the World, Flagship Government Programs, Flora and Fauna of India, Important Government and Public Sector Organizations, General Scientific and Technological Developments |
RRB NTPC Salary
The RRB NTPC salary includes basic pay, dearness allowance, house rent allowance, travel allowance, and various other perks according to the post of a candidate. The table below shows the RRB NTPC salary details for undergraduate and graduate applicants:
| Name of the Post | Level | Basic Pay (Rs.) |
|---|
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | Undergraduate | 19,900 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Undergraduate | 19,900 |
| Junior Time Keeper | Undergraduate | 19,900 |
| Trains Clerk | Undergraduate | 19,900 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Undergraduate | 21,700 |
| Traffic Assistant | Graduate | 25,500 |
| Goods Guard | Graduate | 29,200 |
| Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Graduate | 29,200 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Graduate | 29,200 |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Graduate | 29,200 |
| Senior Time Keeper | Graduate | 29,200 |
| Commercial Apprentice | Graduate | 35,400 |
| Station Master | Graduate | 35,400 |
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