{"id":229458,"date":"2026-03-02T13:06:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:36:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=229458"},"modified":"2026-03-02T13:06:19","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:36:19","slug":"qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Score Above the Qualifying Marks in RRB NTPC CBT 2?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\/#What_are_the_qualifying_marks_in_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2\" >What are the qualifying marks in RRB NTPC CBT 2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\/#What_is_the_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2_Exam_Pattern\" >What is the RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Pattern?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\/#What_is_the_ideal_preparation_strategy_to_be_followed_for_qualifying_the_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2_Exam\" >What is the ideal preparation strategy to be followed for qualifying the RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\/#What_are_the_core_challenges_faced_by_RRB_NTPC_Exam_aspirants\" >What are the core challenges faced by RRB NTPC Exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\/#What_daily_schedule_should_I_follow_to_qualify_for_the_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2_exam\" >What daily schedule should I follow to qualify for the RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\/#What_are_the_recommended_books_to_follow_for_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2\" >What are the recommended books to follow for RRB NTPC CBT 2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Cracking the Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories (RRB NTPC) CBT 2 is a dream for thousands of aspirants every year. With lakhs competing for limited vacancies, understanding how to score above the qualifying marks in RRB NTPC CBT 2 is the differentiating factor between success and failure. This article dives deep into proven strategies and mindset shifts that can help you not just clear the exam but score significantly above the qualifying threshold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-mock-test\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt Free RRB NTPC Mock Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-qualifying-marks-in-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_qualifying_marks_in_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2\"><\/span>What are the qualifying marks in RRB NTPC CBT 2?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The qualifying marks for RRB NTPC CBT 2 vary from 30% &#8211; 40% as per the category of an applicant. It is recommended to know the expected <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-cut-off\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RRB NTPC Cut Off<\/a> <\/strong>before beginning your preparation. Given below are the details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Qualifying Percentage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UR<\/td><td>40%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS<\/td><td>40%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC-NCL<\/td><td>30%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC<\/td><td>30%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ST<\/td><td>30%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PwBD<\/td><td>30%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2-exam-pattern\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2_Exam_Pattern\"><\/span>What is the RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Pattern?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-exam-pattern\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>RRB NTPC Exam Pattern<\/strong><\/a> for CBT 2 consists of sections like &#8211; Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness. Given below are the details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Duration: 90 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+1 for every correct answer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>-1\/3 for every wrong answer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total marks: 120<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mathematics<\/td><td>35<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Intelligence and Reasoning<\/td><td>35<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Awareness<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>120<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>120<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/railway-rrb-ntpc\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore RRB NTPC Courses<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-ideal-preparation-strategy-to-be-followed-for-qualifying-the-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2-exam\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_ideal_preparation_strategy_to_be_followed_for_qualifying_the_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2_Exam\"><\/span>What is the ideal preparation strategy to be followed for qualifying the RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Exam aspirants must follow the strategies used topper to excel in the examination. In the table below, we have shared the strategies used by <strong>Ajay Kumar, who is currently working as a Pointsman in Indian Railways (Vadodara Division).<\/strong> Despite having a 12-hour duty schedule, Ajay successfully cleared RRB NTPC Graduate and Undergraduate levels, scoring an impressive 106.9 marks in NTPC UG CBT-2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Strategy Followed<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>How It Helped<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Overall Planning<\/strong><\/td><td>Followed a target-based study plan (daily + weekly goals) instead of random studying<\/td><td>Ensured syllabus completion in limited time (3\u20134 months)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Study Time Management<\/strong><\/td><td>Studied only after duty hours, focused on quality rather than hours<\/td><td>Balanced 12-hour duty with preparation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mindset Reset<\/strong><\/td><td>Restarted preparation after depression with clear goals<\/td><td>Improved consistency and confidence<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mathematics (Basic)<\/strong><\/td><td>Strong base, less time wastage in the exam<\/td><td>Strong base, less time wastage in exam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mathematics (Practice)<\/strong><\/td><td>Daily practice of 25\u201330 quality questions<\/td><td>Increased speed and accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Math Doubt Solving<\/strong><\/td><td>Actively solved doubts posted by others in discussion groups<\/td><td>Improved problem-solving skills<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Shortcut &amp; Option Techniques<\/strong><\/td><td>Used unit digit, options elimination, approximation<\/td><td>Saved time in lengthy calculations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Advanced Math<\/strong><\/td><td>Revised only selected high-weight topics<\/td><td>Avoided overload and confusion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reasoning (Concepts)<\/strong><\/td><td>Completed the full course once, then focused on revision of notes<\/td><td>No need for repeated theory<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reasoning (Practice)<\/strong><\/td><td>Completed the reasoning course once thoroughly<\/td><td>Improved accuracy with minimal effort<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GK\/GS (Main Focus Area)<\/strong><\/td><td>Studied structured, concise notes repeatedly<\/td><td>Completed the reasoning course once thoroughly<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GK\/GS Revision<\/strong><\/td><td>Multiple fast revisions instead of new content<\/td><td>Retained facts effectively<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>History &amp; Static GK<\/strong><\/td><td>Studied in a chronological &amp; organised manner<\/td><td>Reduced confusion in factual questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Current Affairs<\/strong><\/td><td>Monthly CA compilation + video explanations<\/td><td>Covered exam-relevant events only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mock Test Importance<\/strong><\/td><td>Took regular full-length + sectional mocks<\/td><td>Real exam-like practice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mock Test Attempt Strategy<\/strong><\/td><td>3-Round method: Easy \u2192 Moderate \u2192 Tough<\/td><td>Completed paper in 75\u201380 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Time Allocation in Exam<\/strong><\/td><td>30\u201335 min (Easy), 20 min (Moderate), 10\u201315 min (Tough)<\/td><td>Avoided time traps<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Question Selection<\/strong><\/td><td>Skipped time-consuming questions early<\/td><td>Prevented loss of easy marks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mistake Analysis<\/strong><\/td><td>Analysed every mock test properly<\/td><td>Reduced repeat mistakes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Consistency Rule<\/strong><\/td><td>Studied daily, even if less time was available<\/td><td>Built momentum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Motivation Source<\/strong><\/td><td>Self-goal, family responsibility, better posting<\/td><td>Maintained long-term discipline<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-core-challenges-faced-by-rrb-ntpc-exam-aspirants\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_core_challenges_faced_by_RRB_NTPC_Exam_aspirants\"><\/span>What are the core challenges faced by RRB NTPC Exam aspirants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain challenges like proper management of time, improper revision of topics and others are the major challenges faced by the NTPC exam aspirants. Give below are the major challenges faced by candidates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lack of conceptual clarity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Time mismanagement in exams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ignoring weak subjects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inconsistent revision<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fear of negative marking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-previous-year-papers\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt RRB NTPC PYPs Online<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-daily-schedule-should-i-follow-to-qualify-for-the-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2-exam\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_daily_schedule_should_I_follow_to_qualify_for_the_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2_exam\"><\/span>What daily schedule should I follow to qualify for the RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A proper daily study schedule covering all the subjects must be prepared to score above the qualifying marks in the RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam. We have given below a sample daily schedule for the aspirants. Check it out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Time<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Activity<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6:00\u20138:00<\/td><td>Mathematics (Practice &amp; Concepts)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8:00\u20139:00<\/td><td>Break \/ Revision of Weak Topics<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9:00\u201311:00<\/td><td>GA + Current Affairs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11:00\u201312:30<\/td><td>Reasoning Practice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12:30\u20131:00<\/td><td>Revision + Mock Test Review<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1:00\u20132:00<\/td><td>Lunch &amp; Rest<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2:00\u20134:00<\/td><td>Topic Testing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Night<\/td><td>Light reading \/ Revision<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-recommended-books-to-follow-for-rrb-ntpc-cbt-2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_recommended_books_to_follow_for_RRB_NTPC_CBT_2\"><\/span>What are the recommended books to follow for RRB NTPC CBT 2?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended books that candidates must follow includes RS Aggarwal books, Lucent&#8217;s GK, and many more. Given below are the details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Resource<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mathematics<\/td><td>RS Aggarwal + Shortcut Notes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reasoning<\/td><td>R S Aggarwal + Online Mock Pattern Sets<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Awareness<\/td><td>Lucent\u2019s + Monthly CA Notes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Previous Year Papers<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-ntpc-pyps\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Download RRB NTPC Previous Year Question Papers<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758866897536\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.1 How to score above the qualifying marks in RRB NTPC CBT 2?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Candidates need to develop a proper preparation strategy and a study routine of almost 8-9 hours of study to qualify in the examination.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758868655779\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.2 What are the important sections in RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The important section in RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam include Mathematics, General Intelligence &amp; Reasoning, General Awareness.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758868707647\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.3 What strategies should I follow to qualify in the examination?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Some of the best strategies to qualify in the examination include:<br\/>Choose mocks that mimic actual exam pattern and difficulty.<br\/>After each mock: spend equal time (or more) analyzing mistakes than attempting the test.<br\/>Track progress across 8\u201312 mocks &#8211; look for trends, not single-test performance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758868807931\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.4 Is it necessary to attempt mock tests regularly?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, every exam aspirant must attempt RRB NTPC CBT 2 mock tests regularly.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758868855513\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.5 How many hours should I study for the RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It is recommended to study for at least 8 &#8211; 9 hours daily for the CBT 2 exam.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cracking the Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories (RRB NTPC) CBT 2 is a dream for thousands of aspirants every<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":63,"featured_media":238730,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[555],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-229458","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-railways-rrb","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.6 (Yoast SEO v26.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to Score Above the Qualifying Marks in RRB NTPC CBT 2?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"To score above the qualifying marks in RRB NTPC CBT 2 exam, candidates need a solid preparation strategy. 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